Safety
Flares, Paint and Oil — Which One Does Not Belong?
Flares are something you are required to buy and keep safely aboard your vessel. They expire in 42 months after date of manufacture. Since you own them it is your responsibility to dispose of the dangerous, toxic product. Why is it your problem?
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.
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.
Alert for Sailboat ‘Unicorn’ Possibly Adrift in Pacific
The details are sparse, but it appears that 'Unicorn,' with perhaps only one soul aboard, has encountered problems at sea and is by now possibly disabled and adrift.
To Race or Not to Race
The first weekend of the month is the busiest for midwinters on San Francisco Bay, but some clubs are canceling tomorrow's races.
Wild Winter Weather Marks Transition Into New Year
The entire San Francisco Bay Area and central coast are on alert for damaging gusts, flooding and landslides as a result of another severe weather system tonight.
Upon Reflection, Perhaps This Was My Worst Day Sailing
On Monday we shared Richard Spindler's story of what he thought could have been his worst day of sailing in 50 years. The tale continues…
The Trouble With Sailing the Forbidden Path
Forbidden zones usually exist for a reason, and it behooves us as sailors to be aware of not only those zones, but also the reasons behind them.
Ryan Finn Rescued From Sinking Trimaran
Ryan Finn has been rescued from a sinking 44-ft custom trimaran in the Atlantic Ocean.
Solo Racer Rescued; Orcas Attack Sir Robin Knox-Johnston
Tapio Lehtinen took to his liferaft when his Gaia 36 sank.
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