August 2004

Weather for sailors: Understanding frontal systems
The convergence of warm and cold air creates a variety of conditions

Seamanship: Personal safety gear
You can take it with you

Classic Passages: Reflections on the Red Sea
Part 1 (of 2)—A New Zealnds couple's cruise from Oman to Sudan

Coastal Cruising: Bright waters of the Pacific Northwest
Portland to Neah Bay via the Washington Coast

Tech Report: Mainsail handling systems
It may be big and powerful, but there are ways of easily getting it under control

Design Forum: Najad 511
This Swedish import has all the room and all the quality you need for a world cruiser

Special Report: DC-powered watermakers
The new generation is both extremely productive and efficient