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  Tech Talk 0

  Dealing with Dirty Sails

  Among the many chores we’ve got ahead of us this winter, removing, and storing sails is one of them. This is also a good time to clean the ...

  On February 16, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Launches 0

  Swedish Yard Najad is Introducing 2 New Farr Designs

  Najad is introducing the two all new N395 AC and N395 CC. The yachts are designed in a joint venture by Najad, Farr Yacht Design – acknowledged as ...

  On February 16, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Dock Talk 0

  Sleep Matters – How to Cope When Short-handed

  Psychologist Chris Sharpley delves into the latest research on sleep and the lessons it holds for the cruising yachtsman or woman. We spend about one-third of our lives ...

  On February 16, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Dock Talk 0

  British Royal Navy Warship Rescues Stranded Yacht Crew in Atlantic

  A Royal Navy warship has rescued 14 sailors who were stranded for two days in the Atlantic Ocean after their racing yacht was damaged in a storm. HMS ...

  On February 16, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Dock Talk 0

  Sailing Podcasts to Make Winter Easier

  Looking for some inspiration to hold you until you can splash the boat and get back out on the water? Whether you’re a racer or a cruiser, a ...

  On February 16, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Boat Rat's Tip of the Week 0

  Adding Reef Points

  Previously published in BWS by Heather B. Hamilton. Any experienced cruising sailor knows the importance of being able to reef your sails in heavy weather to reduce power ...

  On February 15, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Dock Talk 0

  Cruising Update for the Southwest Side of Cuba

  Pete Dubler relays an important update for cruisers on the southwest side of Cuba. The harbor master at Maria La Gorda has declared the mooring balls there unsafe ...

  On February 15, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Dock Talk 0

  The Ocean Cruising Club Announces Annual Award Recipients

  Each year, the Ocean Cruising Club (OCC) recognizes the outstanding achievements of blue water sailors and brings them to the attention of the sailing community. Commodore Anne Hammick ...

  On February 15, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Boat Reviews 0

  Bavaria Vision 42

  As I drove by scenic Mystic Seaport on my way to the marina where we were to set off for a test of the new Bavaria Vision 42, ...

  On February 15, 2017 / By Administrator
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  Mindbender 0

  Mindbender

  What famous sailor wrote the book The Long Way? Send your answer to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. The winner, selected randomly from correct answers, will receive a Blue Water Sailing hat. ...

  On February 9, 2017 / By Administrator