Posts by John Arndt
Beach Cats — Signs of the Times
Storing and launching beach cats in Santa Barbara.
Philippe Jamotte off for a Sail — Back in 200 Days
In his quest to sail around the world, Philippe Jamotte planned to leave San Francisco Bay in early October. He left on October 1, right on schedule.
Michael Moradzadeh Crosses Oceans and Launches Websites
What to do when you’re not sailing on the ocean or organizing the Pacific Cup for other people to enjoy? For offshore racer Michael Moradzadeh, the answer is to help build a new website for the Cruising Club of America.
Are You Making Caribbean Charter Plans?
While travel remains somewhat complicated and confusing, it is not out of the question. The Bahamas are open to US residents, and the BVI, which has been closed, is scheduled to reopen on December 1.
Wil Spaul and ‘Chubby Girl’ Head Out the Gate
Mitch and Quncy Andrus were out enjoying the Bay this past weekend aboard their Kelly Peterson 46 Esprit when they happened across Wil Spaul leaving for Hawaii aboard his 9-ft sailboat, Chubby Girl.
Cats on Tris
Who said cats can't be crew? Ships' mate Ollie, the Bengal cat, is sailing in the BAMA COVID Cup Challenge aboard a Corsair 760 trimaran.
Where There’s Fire There’s Smoke
We've talked to dock neighbors who have scrubbed hard and not been able to get the soot completely off their boat.
Learn to Design Yachts with Westlawn
Graduates of the Yacht & Boat Design course have gone on to become some of the most prominent designers in the marine industry.
Autumnal Equinox Heralds Changing Seasons
At 6:31 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time on September 22, 2020, the sun will cross the equator as it moves from the Northern Hemisphere to the Southern Hemisphere.
Sailing Like It’s 2019
Did you sail this weekend? The Bay Area enjoyed almost perfect weather and sailors were out in force to take advantage of the sunshine, pleasant breezes and relatively fresh air.
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