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May 15, 2013Hans Klaar: The AntidoteTim Zimmermann finds an irresistible pull in the way of life of Hans Klaar, a longtime voyager and builder of Polynesian-style blue water catamarans.
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August 22, 2012Summer Spotlight: Collin WestonSchool is out for the summer, and so is college sailing. Without a detailed practice and regatta schedule, young sailors across the country have to find alternative ways to keep their skills sharp and their sunglass tans sharper. We caught up with a handful of students to find out what they’re doing during these sunny months, ensuring that at least a few memories of Summer 2012 will outlast Orientation Week.
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March 1, 2013Time to Embrace the Inner Pirate?Is a little civil disobedience justified in the name of our oceans?
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June 20, 2012Giraglia Rolex Cup (Saint-Tropez)Nearly 200 international yachts flocked to this sun-kissed town to celebrate the Giraglia Rolex Cup's 60th anniversary this year. The regatta is aptly nicknamed "Queen of the Mediterranean," both for its historic roots and its magnificent scenery. Oh, and the fierce conditions and competition that await the daring competitors.
Esimit Europa 2 smashed the race record by over three hours, completing the 242-nautical mile race from Saint-Tropez, France to Sanremo, Italy, in just over 14 hours. Read more in our Finish Line forum.
Photos: Rolex/Kurt Arrigo
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February 11, 2013Maintaining the AC45It's not a glamorous job, but getting the AC45s ready for the Red Bull Youth America's Cup Selection Series is critical work.
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January 28, 2013The Golden Boy Comes HomeGabart becomes the youngest and fastest sailor to circumvent the world alone in the Vendée Globe.
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November 13, 2012Extreme Family Voyaging, the Anasazi Girl WayFor James Burwick, Somira Sao, and their two young children, 200-mile days on the Open 40 Anasazi Girl are just part of the everyday routine.
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November 7, 2012Vendée Globe Preview 2012The “Everest of the Seas” kicks off on Nov. 10 from Les Sables d’Olonne, France. Here’s what you need to know about this grueling ocean race.
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November 2, 2012Surviving Sandy: The Moondust ChroniclesTim Zimmermann battens down the hatches on the Beneteau 36.7 Moondust on the Chesapeake Bay for Hurricane Sandy.
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October 10, 2012The Webb Chiles WayTim Zimmermann gets the scoop from Webb Chiles on his latest circumnavigation dream, which he plans to sail on board the Moore 24 Gannet.
