Posts by Monica Grant
Good Jibes #121: Chris Childers on Teaching Kids to Sail
Listen in as Chris chats about his first sailing experience, his first rescue, and how we can better sell the sport to the next generation,
What’s the Latest on Jack van Ommen and ‘Fleetwood III’?
Jack van Ommen says he's nearing the end of his third Fleetwood's repairs, and, it seems, the end of his love for the lapstrake, plywood-paneled boat.
Meeting New Friends — Two Sailors and Their 1966 O’Day
A casual detour on Saturday led us to meeting Kent and Ian and Kent's beautiful, new-to-him O'Day Daysailer.
I Have Arrived! — A Tequila Sunrise in Baja California
The view was stunning; before us lay miles of untrodden beach and the surrounding barren hillsides of Bahia Santa Maria, Baja California, Mexico.
Bay Area Sailors Contribute to ‘Translated 9’s Ocean Globe Race Success
Two Bay Area sailors from Sunnyvale are among dozens of non-professionals currently competing in the 27,000-mile Ocean Globe Race.
The Sinking of ‘Boat Bum Gal,’ and a Comment From the Captain
In 'Latitude 38's December issue, we share the story of 'Boat Bum Gal's sinking at the entrance to Turtle Bay, along with a comment from the boat's captain, Ray McCormack.
San Francisco on the Bay: “The List”
Discover San Francisco Bay and all that inspires those of us who live or visit here.
Fire Destroys California Yacht Club in Marina del Rey
The historic California Yacht Club in Marina del Rey was destroyed by fire on Monday night, leaving members stunned and in shock.
Good Jibes #120: Dennis Maggard on Solo Sailing
Hear about Dennis's journey from a Silicon Valley tech employee to spending weeks singlehanding, and the allure of being alone at sea.
A SailGP Weekend of Firsts in Dubai
A weekend of firsts as three teams engage in the closest podium finale finish in the series' five-year history, and Jimmy Spithill announces his retirement from racing SailGP.
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