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Using Spinnaker Poles, Whisker Poles and Sprits to Enhance Sailing Fun and Performance

Previously published in BWS. Downwind sailing is the course of choice for most cruisers and to enjoy this favored angle you really need downwind sails and the right ...
On December 3, 2015 / By Administrator
Cruising Green 0
Plastic by the Numbers in the Atlantic Ocean

In late 2014, Adventurers and Scientists for Conservation partnered with the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers, a fleet of sailboats that makes an annual crossing of the Atlantic. In total, ...
On November 26, 2015 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
Facts About the Build of Sailing Yacht A

As owner of Motor Yacht A, another divisive yacht, we knew Sailing Yacht A would be anything but conventional. Melnichenko is one owner who delights in challenging the ...
On November 26, 2015 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
Mariners Skeptical About Coast Guard Change to Lighthouses

Some Maine mariners reacted with skepticism to the news that the Coast Guard will automate fog signals at 17 lighthouses around the state and make them activated on ...
On November 26, 2015 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
“Sea Organ” Makes Music With Ocean Waves

Croatian architect Nikola Bašić has created a beautiful piece of architecture that merges the modern city with nature and playfulness. His incredible “Sea Organ” graces the coast of Zadar ...
On November 26, 2015 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
Staniel Cay Airport has Reopened to Air Traffic

Great news for the businesses and residents of Staniel Cay, Bahamas and great news for cruisers who enjoy family and friends flying in to visit them in this ...
On November 26, 2015 / By Administrator
Mindbender 0
Mindbender

What is the primary line that controls the draft depth of the main sail?[spacer height=”10px”] Send your answer to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. The winner, selected randomly from correct answers, will receive a Blue ...
On November 26, 2015 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
GryphonSolo2 Round-the-World: Game On!

Accomplished solo sailor Joe Harris set off from Newport, Rhode Island on November 15, 2015 in an attempt to break the non stop solo around the world record ...
On November 24, 2015 / By Administrator
Boat Rat's Tip of the Week 0
10 Ways to Protect Your Sailboat in a Slip

Capt. John of skippertips.com outlines ten tips to help keep your boat riding nicely in a slip. Will your small sailboat survive howling winds, tidal rise and fall, ...
On November 24, 2015 / By Administrator
Cool Things to Do 0
Ready for a Marathon? Sign up for the Three Peaks Yacht Race

Sail up the wild West Coast and run to the summits of Snowdon, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis, the highest peaks of Wales, England & Scotland. This is ...
On November 24, 2015 / By Administrator