Posts by Christine Weaver
America’s Cupdate: An ‘A’ of a Course
The 36th America’s Cup has elicited a full range of emotions over the last several days. ETNZ has broken free of the deadlocked series…
Delta Doo Dah Lucky 13 to Open Registration Next Week
This will be our 13th year for the cruising rally, so we're going for a 'Lucky 13' theme. We plan to open registration next Wednesday, March 17, St. Patrick's Day.
Solo Skipper Overboard in SSS Three Bridge Fiasco
As three boats were in the vicinity of Blackaller Buoy east of the Golden Gate Bridge's South Tower, one of the solo skippers fell overboard.
We Have a Match! Italians vs. Kiwis
We made it past that 'magic' moment of the first race of the America’s Cup, though it was a bit 'tragic' momentarily for…
Californian Melanie Roberts: Globetrotting Race Committee Official
When the boats cross the starting line at the 36th America’s Cup Final on March 10, San Diego sailor and race official Melanie Roberts will be one of the very few Americans on the course.
America’s Cup Delayed but Will Start on Tuesday
The highly anticipated Race 1 of the 36th America’s Cup Match between Emirates Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli will begin at 7 p.m. PST on Tuesday, March 9.
The Female Factor in the Vendée Globe
Female sailors Clarisse Cremer, Pip Hare, Melinda Merron and Alexia Barrier finished the solo Vendée Globe in February. Sam Davies and Isabelle Joschke completed the course around the world.
Is Today the First Day of Spring?
With the flip of the calendar to the month of March, so begins spring. What?! No, spring starts on the vernal equinox.
Yacht Racing Ramps Up in March
We predict that March will come in like a lamb and go out like a lion. And we're not talking about the weather.
Talking about Sailing in Virtual Events
Bay Area sailors Liz Baylis and Nicole Breault will discuss getting involved in match racing. The Starboard Portal will present the event as part of their online series.
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