Posts by John Arndt
Applications Now Open for Women in the MerConcept Grand Prix Program
Applications are now open for women sailors to join an elite Open Fifty trimaran circuit with the goal of having a woman skipper in the 2026 Route du Rhum.
Good Jibes #131: Melinda Erkelens on Keeping Sailing Fun and Sustainable
Melinda has sailed over 30,000 nautical miles — including 10 races to Hawaii — and has spent 19 years as general counsel for three America’s Cup teams.
The Ficker Cup Leads Into Long Beach Yacht Club’s Congressional Cup
Ficker Cup and Congressional Cup match racing returns to Long Beach Yacht Club in April.
The Trade Winds Take a Caribbean Vacation in the RORC 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 took off from English Harbour on Monday, sailing straight into rare, fluky conditions.
What’s on the Sailing Horizon in 2024?
Great weather and great events lie ahead. We can't predict the weather part, but our calendar can help you find the great events.
Billionaire Lifestyle: Champagne and Caviar With Your Yachting?
Sailors know there are a lot more aspects to sailing than billionaires, but the public perception of the sailing lifestyle is defined by luxury marketing and gawking at billionaires.
Scammers, Classifieds and Crew List Rides to Nuku Hiva
A report of a scam led to a discovery about one sailor's success with finding a crew spot, and joining the Pacific Puddle Jump.
Bay Area ILCA Masters Raced the Worlds in Adelaide, Australia
San Francisco ILCA Masters sailors traveled to Adelaide, Australia, to take on the world. They not only survived but did well!
Getting in the Swing of Celestial Navigation
On Super Sail Sunday a group of students polished up their celestial navigation skills at the Cal Sailing Club in Berkeley.
Find the Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift in Classy Classifieds
It's a great time to offer your boat for sale in our 'Classy Classifieds.' The March issue deadline is tomorrow, February 15, at 5 p.m.
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