Racing
11th Hour Grant to Polynesian Voyagers
The Polynesian Voyaging Society will engage student navigators in storm training and the ancient science of non-instrument, wayfinding navigation.
Record Smashed in RORC Transatlantic Race
Giovanni Soldini's Multi70 'Maserati' crossed the finish line first in the eighth edition of the RORC Transatlantic Race.
Good Jibes Episode #23: A Chat with Dustin Reynolds
After Dustin almost lost his life in 2008 when he was hit on his motorcycle by a drunk driver, sailing became a huge part of his recovery.
Tonga Reminds Us, Never Turn Your Back on a Tsunami
The Tongan tsunami swept the West Coast, leaving significant damage to a few and barely a ripple for most.
US Sailing Advanced Race Management Seminar
"Area G leaders, interested in learning more about race management? Renewing your race officer certification?"
Boat of the Month: The Millimeter
The Millimeter is a one-design, one-person, single-hull racing yacht, related to the Mini-12 and the slightly longer International 2.4mR.
Red Sky at Night, Sailor’s Delight
"Does the weather proverb 'Red sky at morning, sailor take warning / Red sky at night, sailor's delight' have any basis in weather fact?"
RORC Transatlantic Navigators’ Nightmare: The Big Blue Hole
How would you find your way across the Atlantic in these scrambled trade winds?
US Sailing Honors California Sailors for Rescues
The US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee awarded the prestigious Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to two California crews who performed man-overboard rescues.
Hanks or a Headfoil? What’s Right for an Express 27?
Greg Felton asks, "Should I put hanks or a new foil for the luff of my jib on my Express 27?"
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