Posts by John Arndt
Is Offshore Cruising or Racing More Fun?
Some people only race and others only cruise. Some know how to enjoy both. Jimmy Peter is one of those who relays the differences.
Clipper Cove Beach on Treasure Island To Be Closed to Boats?
A new plan by the Treasure Island Development Authority (TIDA) aims to restrict access to the beach in Clipper Cove to swimmers only.
New Pedestrian Bridge Planned to Cross Oakland Estuary at Jack London Square
A planned, new bicycle/pedestrian bridge across the Estuary looks as if it could cause problems for Estuary sailors.
Federal Funding Now Available for Maritime Training Centers
There's a shortage of skilled workers for good careers in the maritime trades. Now expanded federal funding can help marine training centers gear up to fill the shortage.
- Maritime History
- West Coast Sailing
- Northern California Racing
- General Sailing
- Racing
- Repair & Maintenance
Classic M-Class Sloop ‘Pursuit’ Seeks Investors for Rescue
Many Bay Areas sailors remember walking past Ron MacAnnan's beautiful M-Class sloop 'Pursuit' on the Sausalito boardwalk.
Defender: Supplier of Kuuma Water Heaters
Get your Premium Kuuma Water Heaters from Defender — Marine Outfitters of Choice Since 1938.
Restoring a Classic: The Slog of the Albin Vega 27 ‘Mahina’
John Neal's 'Log of the Mahina' was one of the early, small-boat voyaging books that spawned endless followers.
A Pleasant Day on the Way to Half Moon Bay
It was smooth sailing all the way to Half Moon Bay for a small fleet of offshore racers.
Will Keeping It Simple Get You on the Baja Ha-Ha This Year?
There's no need to wait if you're thinking about cruising Mexico. Keeping it small and simple has allowed many to set sail when the spirit moved them.
Condos Grow at Alameda Marina — Boatyard TBD
Alameda's once-thriving maritime trade center is heading full-tilt toward relieving the area's housing shortage, but possibly also its maritime heritage.
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