Commentary
The Resourceful Sailor Makes Rigging Alignment a Top Priority
While working aloft on the tricolor, The Resourceful Sailor noticed that the toggle and triangle plate connecting the masthead to the dual backstays were misaligned, awkwardly loading the clevis pin.
This Day, 10 Years Ago
Today we're taking a step back to January 18, 2013, when the day's news included snippets of ocean racing, kiteboarding (no foils yet), and seeing the light.
Sharing Sailors’ Superstitions on Friday the 13th
Welcome to 2023's first of two Friday the 13ths. We took this opportunity to share a few interesting sailors' superstitions.
Damage and Close Calls on the Waterfront During California Storms
The storms continue to ravage the state and the coast, causing severe damage, loss and close calls for many.
Want To Have a Say in What a Pedestrian Bridge Over the Oakland Estuary Might Look Like?
How tall will the bridge be? How will it affect boats sailing on the Estuary? How often does the City expect the drawbridge section to be opened on a typical high-water-traffic day (aka the weekend)?
Good Jibes #72: Dr. Paul Heineken on Championing the Next Generation of Sailing
Paul is a lifelong competitive dinghy sailor, windsurfer, supporter of junior sailing, and former commodore of the St. Francis Yacht Club.
Wild Winter Weather Marks Transition Into New Year
The entire San Francisco Bay Area and central coast are on alert for damaging gusts, flooding and landslides as a result of another severe weather system tonight.
Enjoy a Little Holiday Interlude With Salty Phrases — Part 2
Just after Thanksgiving, we shared the origins of some Salty Phrases — sayings that have been repeated for generations. Here is Part 2.
Take a Quick Dive Beneath Your Keel Without Getting Wet!
Do you know how deep a human being has dived (and when)? What's the largest type of crab? Check out this cool fact finder: "The Deep Sea."
Upon Reflection, Perhaps This Was My Worst Day Sailing
On Monday we shared Richard Spindler's story of what he thought could have been his worst day of sailing in 50 years. The tale continues…
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