General Sailing
The Greatest Dining Bargain in Cruising?
If anyone is looking for a good culinary reason to go cruising in Mexico this winter, one good answer can be found in the photo above. It’s just part of a meal for a price you’ll find hard to believe. More »
Investigation into Simpson’s Death Continues
In the aftermath of Bart Simpson’s death, many questions remain unanswered.
© Sander van der Borch Atemis Racing
“It’s too early to speculate about the causes of the accident," said Chief Executive of the America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA) Stephen Barclay on Friday, referring to the tragic death of Artemis Racing crewman Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson the day before. More »
Exploding Lead-Acid Batteries
The battery in this photo is from the 65-ft sloop Blue Peter, which was built in England in 1930 from teak harvested in Thailand in 1870. She was dismasted during last month’s Antigua Classic Regatta. More »
Simpson’s Tragic Death Stuns Sailing Community
Sausalito diver Tim Sell captured this photo of Artemis Racing’s AC72 as it was being towed to Clipper Cove. Note the port ama sheared off just forward of the aft crossbeam and rudder. More »
AYSF Capsizes AC45
While Great Vallejo Race participants were waiting out a light wind postponement for the return trip on Sunday, the young guns of the American Youth Sailing Force were pushing themselves to the limit on the Bay, resulting in the first AC45 capsize for the team. More »
Mexico’s Amigo Net Migrates
If you’re planning to cruise Mexico this season — or you’re already enjoying those sunny latitudes — you’ll want to make note that the much-used Amigo Net has switched frequencies.
Net Manager Jake Howard writes, "Starting May 15, 2013, the Amigo Net will switch frequencies to 6.212 USB. More »
Volunteers Continue to Free Boats from Nelson’s
As seen in this file photo, Nelson’s used to be a thriving maritime center. Sadly, it is currently the scene of a scramble to free boats from the tentacles of bureaucracy. More »
Delta Doo Dah Kick-Off Party Friday
Ditch the summer gloom and head up to the Delta this summer in the Delta Doo Dah DIY
© Alex Pearce
If last week’s stunning weather wasn’t enough to jog your memory, we’ll remind you that summer’s nearly here and you know what that means…the Delta Doo Dah! More »
Estuary Diver Found Dead
We’ve received word that the body of William Swanson, who owned the boat diving service Got Zinc, was found dead in the water near Jack London Square early Saturday morning. It’s been reported that his wife called police last night when he didn’t return home Friday night. More »
Gary Jobson Talks AC at OYC
Winning AC crew, author and national sailing commentator Gary Jobson is slated to speak at Oakland YC in Alameda on May 18. Jobson will offer his views on the America’s Cup in a talk called ‘Who Looks Strong and Why’. More »
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