Current News
West Coast Designer Paul Bieker Wins CCA’s Diana Russell Award
Designer Paul Bieker has been recognized for his innovation in sailing design, methodology, education, training, safety, and the adventurous use of the sea.
Join the ‘LL King Tide Event as Rising Waters Swamp Bay Area Foreshores
King tides are coming this week. Get amongst it and be part of the wave of activity flooding the Bay Area and West Coast.
Capsize at Golden Gate Midwinters
The Martin 243 'Nice Rack' caught a stinger, capsized and sank partway.
Sailing Science Center Is Teaching ChatGPT To Sail
ChatGPT is blurring the lines between the real and the make-believe, yet it still needs to learn to sail.
Kirsten Neuschäfer Awarded Cruising Club of America’s Blue Water Medal
Kirsten Neuschäfer has been awarded the Cruising Club of America's Blue Water Medal for 2023, in recognition of her 235-day solo circumnavigation aboard her Cape George 36, 'Minnehaha.'
Going for a 26,000-Mile Sunday Sail With the Arkea Ultim Challenge
This should be the fastest race around the world yet.
California-Based S/V ‘Lenny’ Completes Her First Rolex Sydney Hobart Race
California's 'Lenny', the only US-flagged boat in the 103-competitor fleet, has completed the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.
Ronnie Simpson Planning Pit Stop for Repairs in Hobart, Australia
Ronnie Simpson is running in third place in the Global Solo Challenge but makes the difficult decision to stop for repairs.
Rolex Sydney Hobart Race — West Coast’s S/V ‘Lenny’ Heads to Hobart With Precious Cargo Aboard
When the 103 entrants in this year’s Sydney to Hobart ocean race crossed the starting line, none carried a more precious cargo than Charles Devanneaux’s Beneteau First 44, 'Lenny.'
Happy Christmas With the ‘Westerly’ Sleigh Ride
We wish you all a safe and happy holiday season, and look forward to sharing more great stories in the new year.
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