Racing
Round the World Racing Round-Up
Midway for Clipper Fleet
This week, the 10-boat Clipper Round the World Race fleet sailed backward in time one day and from winter into spring. As the sun passed north of the equator, the boats passed the International Dateline and into the Western Hemisphere. More »
MEXORC Report
Today’s Scuttlebutt has a terrific report on the equally terrific MEXORC: "Skipper-owner Wayne Zittel from J/World Hula Girl said it perfectly. ‘Seriously. I don’t get it. For the life of me, I can’t fathom why this isn’t the most popular regatta in the world. More »
AC World Series Dates in Flux
Before you block vacation time or book flight reservations in order to watch the San Francisco edition of the America’s Cup World Series this summer, be aware that the tour dates are in a state of flux. More »
Heineken Regatta Impresses
The Heineken Regatta once again lived up to the hype.
© Bob Grieser
From the 32nd Annual St. Maarten Heineken Regatta final press release:
"On the first day of the 32nd St. More »
Sadie Hawkins Race
"When ah fires my gun, all o’ yo’ kin start a-runnin!" exclaimed Hekzebiah Hawkins in Al Capp’s Li’l Abner comic strip. Sadie Hawkins Day is not until February 29, but that’s a Wednesday, so Island YC will observe it tomorrow. More »
Who Are Those Guys?
Jimmy Spithill and his men in black are back on the Bay. We encourage you to get out an have a look. But if you must cross their bows’ trajectory, don’t underestimate their speed. More »
New Free App Reveals Bay Currents
Understanding Bay currents can give racers a huge advantage in developing winning strategies, especially during long, complex races like the recent Three Bridge Fiasco.
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©2012 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Bay Area sailors who own smart phones and tablets have been using tide apps for years. More »
©2012 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Bay Area sailors who own smart phones and tablets have been using tide apps for years. More »
RC Volunteers Get Educated
Don’t make the mistake of thinking race committee duties are boring!
© Fred Fago
Volunteering for a race committee has many advantages: 1) You will learn a lot about racing and most likely improve your own performance; 2) It’s the ideal alternative if you’re not so keen on competitive racing but still want to be involved; 3) You give back to the sport you love. More »
Hundreds Attempt the Three Bridge Challenge
The first strategic decision for most, but certainly not all, entrants was to ride the ebb to Blackaller.
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© Latitude 38 Media, LLC More often than not, conditions for the annual Three Bridge Fiasco are cold, wet and nasty — the sort of weather that would inspire fair-weather sailors to turn up the thermostat, slip on their Uggs and linger over a long, drawn-out breakfast. More »
© Latitude 38 Media, LLC More often than not, conditions for the annual Three Bridge Fiasco are cold, wet and nasty — the sort of weather that would inspire fair-weather sailors to turn up the thermostat, slip on their Uggs and linger over a long, drawn-out breakfast. More »
Midwinter Racing Wrap-Up
The bowman signals to the driver of the J/120 Twist at the start of the first race.
© Roxanne Fairbairn
This Saturday’s RegattaPRO Winter One Design race on the west edge of the Berkeley Circle enjoyed sunny skies and a 5-15 knot breeze from a consistent north-northwesterly direction. More »
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