Posts by John Arndt
Be One of 12 on a 2020 Latitude 38 Cover
Have you got a favorite Latitude 38 cover? The shot below, from February 2009, remains one of our favorites. We’ll explain why they’re all laughing later.
Latitude 38 has produced 516 issues, so we’ve run a lot of covers and have lots of favorites. More »
Hey YRA Racers: #raiseyoursails on #summersailstice
Recently, US Sailing VP Rich Jepsen recalled Bay Area legend Tom Blackaller saying, "Why would anyone ever just go sailing?" When racers are forced to relax they get all stressed out.
Webb Chiles: Thoughts from a Singlehanded Sailor
At a time when organized racing has been curtailed and sailing with household members is the current guideline, we thought we'd remind you of the thoughts Webb Chiles shared…
The Pandemic’s Silver Lining for Sailing
An interesting aspect of the unfolding pandemic is the increase in boat sales. Yes, you heard that right. Actually, like the pandemic, the data’s evolving, but our calls to brokers and dealers indicate that there is some surprisingly good activity on the waterfront. More »
June Issue of Latitude 38 Out Today and Completely Normal
We have a healthy dose of escapism in this month's Latitude 38. Here is a taste of the normal-ness we're bringing you in the June issue…
‘Yankee’ Faced Rebuild Regulations in 1946
The more things change the more they stay the same. We started rereading Yankee's Wander World by Irving and Exy Johnson.
Sail Greece with Poseidon Charters
Poseidon Charters has 25 years expertise in Greece, Croatia and Tahiti. Singles, couples, yacht clubs and groups welcome.
Monterey Bay Instead of the Pacific Cup
When I made plans earlier in the week to sail out of Moss Landing with my friend and mentor George Mckay, I felt a tension ease out of my shoulders that I hadn’t really been cognizant was there.
How to Get Your Boat Home from Mexico
With seaports around the world closed to unfamiliar vessels, it’s not surprising that sailors are left wondering what to do when they and their beloved sailboat are sheltering in different countries.
Rediscovering Cruising San Francisco Bay on Mother’s Day
The Moores cruised San Francisco Bay for Mother's Day on the Catalina 270 Blue Ribbon II.
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