Posts by John Arndt
How Times Have Changed Since 4/20, 1988
Though pot is now legal in California and many other states, the USCG is a federal agency, and while aboard your boat you do come under their jurisdiction.
Navigating to Your Next Issue of ‘Latitude 38’
When we ask, West Marine always explains that they put us back there for the same reason 7-11 puts the milk and beer in the back …
Morro Bay: Mid-Coast Relief or Destination?
While Morro Bay is a well-protected harbor of refuge for boats traveling north or south, it's also a worthy destination on its own.
Corinthian Yacht Club’s Unique Friday Night Microclimate
While race committees everywhere strain to set perfectly square lines and courses that create the elusive, mythical 'fair' sailing arena, the average Friday night race is set up to fire a gun and go, regardless of what's out there.
Navy Trimaran USS ‘Oakland,’ ‘Sailing’ into San Francisco Bay
The USS 'Oakland' will be sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge on Wednesday, ahead of her commissioning ceremony at Pier 22, Oakland.
Peter Cunningham’s MOD70 ‘PowerPlay’ Sets Fastnet Course Record
The MOD70s Phaedo3, Maserati, Concise 10 and PowerPlay have been a powerful force in the record-hunting world. PowerPlay has just knocked off one of the tougher records, on a very challenging course.
Ha-Ha XXVII — We’re Putting the Baja Ha-Ha Band Back Together!
Plans are underway for the 27th Baja Ha-Ha, with registrations due to open at noon on May 6.
Wet Wednesdays at Santa Barbara Yacht Club
During our trip north, we received as warm a welcome as possible during a pandemic from Santa Barbara Yacht Club.
Dogwatch at the Richmond Yacht Club Beer Can Series
Dogs watching dogs during the daytime dogwatch in Richmond Yacht Club's Wednesday night beer can series last week.
Looking for a Fresh Seaweed Salad?
Water intake, fuel filters, oil filters, and water filters are all there to prevent problems. But if they're full of seaweed ...
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