Latitude Nation Loves Their Dinghies and the Childhood Memories They Stir
Sailing a dinghy is an amplified and more connected version of the already extraordinary feeling, where speed/planing are almost on tap. But dinghies also beckon to one's childhood.
Winter Solstice Starts the Countdown to Summer Sailing
As the world turns: we're all about to complete another lap of the sun on the good ship 'Earth' with tomorrow's winter solstice leading the way.
Sailagram: A Snapshot of November Sailing
Holiday festivities got going in earnest this month with some Thanksgiving sailing!
Should We All Be Worried About Spade Rudders?
Reading about 'Lucky Dog's dilemma in the October issue brought up the core reason why she was almost abandoned in the first place: the loss of her spade rudder.
Horsing Around in the Horse Latitudes
Migrating south is a fall tradition for many species, including sailors. As they head south they see new stars and cross many climate features recorded and named by history's navigators.
Sailagram: A Snapshot of October Sailing
October was a big month: fall-themed regattas, Oktoberfest, Halloween and more!
European Travel Sightings From a Bay Area Sailor
Rick Elkins shares snippets of his travel in Europe, including sighting a mysterious vessel in Italy.
Another Issue of Latitude 38, Another Golden Ticket Winner
"Thanks to all you salts!" wrote Terry Jackson, who found a Golden Ticket in an issue of 'Latitude 38' in September.
A Short Film About Webb Chiles, With a Few Corrections
It was a thrill to hear from Webb Chiles a few weeks ago, with some exciting news to share.
Sailagram: A Snapshot of September Sailing
Sailagram: A Snapshot of September Sailing
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