Current News
It’s a Full Gale at Our Desk, But We’re Reefed Down and Carrying On
The West Coast sailing news comes through our office like the wind through the Golden Gate on a July day. Usually brisk and often gusty. This reefed-down version of a few of the stories should help keep it all comfortable.
Help Name Alameda Marina’s New Park ‘Svendsen Maritime Park’
If you have stories or memories of how Svend Svendsen or his Boat Works made a difference in the community, innovation, or in your life, share them now to support naming the new park at Alameda Marina 'Svendsen Maritime Park' in his honor.
SHE DID IT! Singlehanding Phenom Cole Brauer Finished Global Solo Challenge
Cole Brauer is set to become the first American woman to finish a solo around-the-world race in the next 24 hours, after just over four months at sea.
Three-Masted Clipper ‘Stad Amsterdam’ Sails Under Golden Gate Bridge
Though the weather for stunning morning photos was uncooperative, today's 7:30 a.m. arrival of the 'Stad Amsterdam' was nonetheless impressive after its 25+ day voyage north from the Panama Canal.
Bay Area Boaters Unite To Push for Ayala Cove Dock Repair and Upgrade
A petition to repair Ayala Cove's docks is circulating among Bay Area sailors.
Annual Barra de Navidad Cruise-In Week Raises Funds for Local Schools
Each year, sailors come to Barra de Navidad for the fun and camaraderie of Cruise-In Week, and to raise funds for the local schools and their students.
Pyewacket Sails to a Win in the Puerto Vallarta Race
Roy Pat Disney's San Diego-based Andrews 68 Pyewacket is on a roll.
2024 Optimist Team Trials Coming to San Francisco Yacht Club
If you want to look on the bright side of life, surround yourself with Optimists.
Olympian JJ Fetter Calling for US Sailing Resignations
US Olympic medalist and longtime US Sailing volunteer JJ Fetter wrote US Sailing President Rich Jepsen asking for resignations.
Latitude 38’s March Issue Docking Today at a Distributor Near You!
In this month's issue we share stories about Ronnie Simpson's dismasting, 'No Name's "manifestly unsafe voyage," Sue and Mike Proudfoot's 36-year-long journey with 'Farida,' and many more interesting and fun stories.
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