Current News
Jim DeWitt, Bay Area Renaissance Man and Master Artist, Passes at 92
On Saturday, James Harden DeWitt passed away at the age of 92. He was a giant in the Bay Area sailing world as a racer, sailmaker and painter, a true Renaissance man who wore his passions on his sleeve.
Proposed New Marine Sanctuary off California’s Central Coast Progresses
The proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary stretches along 152 miles of coastline adjacent to San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties.
The Route du Rhum Floodgates Open
The floodgates are opening in Guadeloupe, with IMOCA 60 monohulls finishing in rapid succession.
Not Much Clarity on New Zealand’s Yacht Immigration Rules
An appeal to NZ's Ministry of Immigration, which was supported by many of the local marine businesses, was declined.
Fatal Capsize at Route du Rhum Finish
Two of the Route du Rhum race organizers have tragically passed away.
Carnage and Glory in the Route du Rhum
The first two finishers have arrived in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, in the 12th edition of the prestigious Route du Rhum singlehanded Transatlantic race.
An Update on Jack van Ommen as ‘Fleetwood lll’ Nears Completion
Van Ommen says his next challenge is to recover his expenses from the seller, who, by previous accounts, knowingly misrepresented the condition of the boat.
Dee Smith Wins 2022 2.4mR World Championship
Hurricane Nicole interrupted the 2022 2.4mR World Championship.
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year — Lighted Boat Parades Begin!
Next comes Thanksgiving, then comes Christmas. But first we get to enjoy the wonderful lighted boat parades.
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