Current News
US Sailing Open Sailing Series Qualifies Sailors for World Events
The three-regatta Florida/winter portion of the US Open Sailing Series wrapped up in Clearwater last Sunday.
Where Do You Pick Up Your Latitude 38? We Have Two New Outlets in the North Bay Area
During a recent pass along the Marin waterfront we found a couple of new places for you to pick up your 'Latitude 38,' and as we were in the neighborhood, we also stopped by one of our many stellar distribution points.
Man Steals Boat, Gets Toppled by Wave and Rescued by Coast Guard, Then Walks Away
Video from a Coast Guard helicopter shows the rescue swimmer approaching the boat as the man climbed over the transom and stood on the swim step, waiting. That's when the wave began to rear, then broke in earnest, sending the motor boat tumbling like a puny toy.
Oakland Waterfront Free-for-All
Brock de Lappe writes about how the Oakland waterfront is once again falling prey to lack of oversight and attention from the city and the port.
Sausalito Working Waterfront Victorious Over Housing Threat
The City of Sausalito has voted to preserve its working waterfront and shift its housing focus to another part of town.
Daniela Moroz Wins Fourth Yachtswoman of the Year Award
Bay Area Kiteboarder Daniela Moroz celebrates '22 and turning 22.
West Coast Sailor Captures Container Ship Fire Drama
West Coast sailor and renowned photographer Louis Kruk awoke from an overnight stay in Panama last Monday when he happened to witness the drama of a container ship fire.
Sailing Denied Paralympic Games, but the Sport Continues To Grow
Despite being denied inclusion in the 2024 L.A. Paralympic Games, Para Sailing continues to grow as World Sailing vows to continue its support.
Crossings, Rescues and Adventures Recognized in OCC Awards
The Ocean Cruising Club's (OCC) 2022 awards recognize many worthy sailors, including GGR participant Kirsten Neuschäfer and Palo Alto teenager Cal Currier.
The Painfully Slow but Slightly Encouraging News About Green Ships
When will there be a critical mass of new wind-assist and/or alternative-fuel ships that shift economies and the scales of production in a meaningful way to offer efficient and lower-cost alternatives?
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