February 2004

Practical Passagemaker: Rage at Rangiroa Pass
Negotiating-and trying to understand-the treacherous waters of a Tuamotu atoll

SPECIAL REPORT: Onboard communications
Going to sea and staying in touch
Slow speed e-mail
Three ways to stay connected

Classic Passages: Malasia to Block Island
In Part III, the author closes the circle on his solo circumnavigation

Tech Report: Perfect Pitch
the rewards of folding, feathering and variable-pitch props

Blue Water Boats: A new J with wings
The J/133 achieves the magic combination of terrific sailing qualities
with accommodations for family cruising

Design Forum: Stellar 53
Sparkman & Stephens creates a new center-cockpit, raised-saloon
performance cruiser for Stellar Yachts

Blue Water Classics: Bristol 35.5
a little gem of a shoal-draft cruising boat