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We Swear This Is the Last America’s Cup Story

Like a fun, loud and slightly annoying friend who’s overstayed their welcome, the America’s Cup just never seems to go away — even though it came to a decisive conclusion a week ago, which we analyzed at length in the July issue. More »
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Readers Weigh in on Boater ID Law

In an April ‘Lectronic Latitude, we asked our readers to comment on a new Boater Identification law set to take effect in 2018, when California will begin to gradually roll out a requirement for certain motorized marine vessels — including sailboats with motors — to carry proof that they’ve taken a safety course. More »

QM2 Wins, but May Have to Do 720

In one of the more bizarre races of the year, the Queen Mary 2 has beaten four maxi-trimarans in a race from France to New York. But the ninth-longest ship in the world may have earned a penalty in the process of racing against four approximately 100-ft trimarans in a 3,000-plus-mile sprint across the Atlantic in the one-off event known as "The Bridge," and one of the QM2’s competitors has suggested a ‘penalty’ commonly seen in small-boat sailing. More »

Yacht Designer Doug Peterson Passes

Doug Peterson, one of the leading American yacht designers, passed away at the age of 71. Peterson was revered for his America’s Cup credentials, dominant offshore racing designs and sturdy cruising boats. More »

Cupdate: Kiwi Magic

It’s all over. Peter Burling, the youngest helmsmen to ever win the Cup, hoists the Auld Mug. We imagine that there are some happy sailors celebrating in New Zealand — where it’s early Tuesday morning as we write this.  More »

Superyachts Steal America’s Cup Spotlight

Forget the Warriors and Cavaliers — tomorrow in Bermuda will see a rematch for the ages, as Oracle Team USA  squares off against Emirates Team New Zealand to contest the 35th America’s Cup. More »

Artemis and the Gate

With the Louis Vuitton Cup scheduled to kick off today — but postponed due to high winds — we thought we’d feature a Flashback Friday to 2013, as brought to us by Christine Smith. More »

Boat-In Dining

Where do you go to find an ice-cold, locally brewed IPA, a hot, delicious meal or a fine bottle of wine within a short walk from a dock or anchorage? This summer sailing season seems like a good time to find out. More »