Events
Mini Transat Drifts into Gran Canaria
The first boats finishing Leg 1 of the Mini Transat La Boulangère began trickling into Las Palmas in the wee hours on Sunday. Light air dominated during the last day, allowing…
The Big and Small of the Annapolis Boat Show
We just arrived back from our annual pilgrimage to the Annapolis Boat Show. Held every year on Columbus Day weekend (the last day is today), this sailing extravaganza is alleged to be the world’s largest all-sail boat show, with almost 200 sailboats on display. More »
Holiday Happenings
The goblins have yet to come collect the candy, so how can we possibly be calling for holiday season events?
Cruising through an ‘Exceptional High Wind Event’
Wednesday and Thursday corresponded to the much-publicized Diablo wind event. We figured the dire weather would discourage the cruisers, altering their itinerary for the week. We were wrong.
Express 37 Nationals Bask in Berkeley
Three days of distance and buoy racing attracted eight California crews to the 2019 Express 37 Nationals hosted by Berkeley Yacht Club on October 4-6. Lingering summer-like conditions brought light but shifty winds.
Great Pumpkin Regatta at Richmond Yacht Club
Great Pumpkin Regatta, October 25-27, at Richmond Yacht Club. Party with costume contest on Saturday night.
Coasties to Participate in and Protect Fleet Week
San Francisco Fleet Week kicks off today with a series of public events, including the arrival of military vessels to the Port of San Francisco. Several branches of the Armed Services will offer a variety of ship tours and displays.
Step Aboard This Hunter 42 at Yacht Fest
This well-maintained, spacious center cockpit Hunter 42 is worth a close look. With two cabins and two heads, it offers very comfortable family or two-couple cruising.
Hurricane Delays Singlehanded Ocean Sailors
After a 14-day delay waiting for Hurricane Lorenzo to move out of the way, 87 boats in the 2019 Mini Transat La Boulangère will start October 5.
Come Aboard this Santa Cruz 52 at Yacht Fest This Weekend
Roxanne, the second to last 52 to come out of Santa Cruz, is one of the nicest ones you will find. She was originally built to go cruising with a family.
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