Posts by John Arndt
RORC Transatlantic Navigators’ Nightmare: The Big Blue Hole
How would you find your way across the Atlantic in these scrambled trade winds?
Digging It at Hood River Marina on the Columbia River Gorge
Right now, there's quite a difference in sailing conditions between San Francisco Bay and the Columbia River Gorge.
Hanks or a Headfoil? What’s Right for an Express 27?
Greg Felton asks, "Should I put hanks or a new foil for the luff of my jib on my Express 27?"
The Humble Albin Vega 27 Has a Storied History
We spotted an Albin Vega 27 in 'Latitude 38's 'Classy Classifieds,' reminding us of the many adventures taken aboard the relatively nondescript 27-ft sloop.
Why Is Sailing Like Reading Latitude 38?
As we head into what will certainly be an interesting and no doubt busy year for many, we're reminded that sailing is relaxing, both on and off the water.
Herreshoff 12 1/2 Is Waiting for Spring
You can sail the California coast in the winter, but in the mountains, they have to wait.
Dustin Reynolds Sails Into the Circumnavigation Record Books
In 2008 Dustin Reynolds lost an arm and a leg in a devastating motorcycle accident. In 2014, despite not knowing how to sail, he set off to become the first double-amputee circumnavigator.
Stories of Coast Guard Boardings in Florida and San Francisco
The modified Wylie 34, Cheyenne, recounts two Coast Guard boardings, one in the Oakland estuary and one at night off the coast of Florida.
Ryan Finn to Make Second Solo New York-to-San Francisco Attempt
Ryan Finn poised to restart a record run from New Yorks to San Francisco aboard his 36-ft proa Jzerra.
What Should Chuck Hawley’s Next Boat Be?
Chuck Hawley has sold his most recent boat and is hot on the trail for a new one.
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