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Tim Zimmermann finds an irresistible pull in the way of life of Hans Klaar, a longtime voyager and builder of Polynesian-style blue water catamarans. ... Read full blog
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The father of the Luna Rossa Challenger flies into San Francisco to deliver the terms of his team's participation in AC34, including lower wind limits.
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September 25, 2012Rules at Starting Marksby Dick RoseConsider the type of starting mark and the time left in the starting sequence when giving room on the line. 'Rules' From the Experts from our September 2012 issue.
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September 24, 2012San Francisco NOOD 2012: Blackhawk Takes the FleetA second consecutive day of favorable winds opened the door for a highly-competitive final day of action at the Sperry Top-Sider NOOD Regatta San Francisco. Going against a stacked field of accomplished sailors in the J/105 fleet, local skipper, Scooter Simmons from San Francisco Yacht Club and crew navigated their boat, Blackhawk, with perfection through three final day races and earned the overall event victory.
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September 22, 2012Sperry Top-Sider San Francisco NOOD Day OneContrary to what the weatherman said...the wind blew San Francisco style.
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September 21, 2012More Tricks For the Bagby Steve HuntFrom getting a running start to getting the spinnaker down before the mark, some simple but effective practices can make all the difference. From the Experts "Fundamentals" from our September 2012 issue.
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September 21, 2012Smart Roundings at the Top Markby Stuart WalkerJoin the layline parade to the weather mark too early or too late, and you’ll struggle to round. Pick the right moment, and you’ll capitalize at the top of the beat. From the Experts "Tactics" from our September 2012 issue.
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September 20, 2012Volvo Ocean Race: Driven to Changeby Ken ReadThe realities of a shrinking fleet and the rising cost of competing in and running the Volvo Ocean Race have forced race organizers to take a different tack. I hope it's not a header. Gaining Bearing from our September 2012 issue.
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September 20, 2012High Gear to Bermudaby Gary JobsonAfter many years and many miles at the helm, the recent Bermuda Race experience stands out as one of my all-time favorites. Jobson Report from our September 2012 issue.
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September 20, 2012Plane Speak on Spinnaker Trimby Stuart StreuliThe most challenging part of moving from a displacement keelboat to a planing one is learning how to sail downwind. Extended version of the interview found in our October 2012 issue.
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September 20, 2012The Upside Of Global Warmingby Tim ZimmermannThe shrinking ice cap in the Northwest Passage affords unique opportunities to explore the unknown for those adventurous enough.
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September 19, 2012Tech Review: Furling From the Topby Ryan Scott/West Marine RiggingNew furling systems developed for grand-prix programs may be the solution for better spinnaker handling. Tech Review from our July/August 2012 issue.
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Sailing World's Boat of the Year 2013: Winners and Nominees
After a week of sail testing in Annapolis last fall, six new boats emerge as individual winners from Sailing World's Boat of the Year Awards testing. Here's a look at the entire fleet with highlights from the tests.
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