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Third Annual Race to Mero During 2026 Dominica’s PAYS Yachting Week March 21 to 27

By Hank Schmitt You may ask, where is Mero and why is there a race to go there? Mero is a very small beach community on the West ...
On February 11, 2026 / By George Day
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The BVI Still Plagued by Crime Wave Against Cruising and Charter Boats

As we reported last fall, the Caribbean Safety and Security Net (CSSN) issues an annual report on criminal and security incidents involving cruisers throughout the Caribbean. To our ...
On February 11, 2026 / By George Day
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Survey of the Week

Before reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your knowledge and experiences with the Cruising Compass family. Thanks. ...
On February 10, 2026 / By George Day
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Mindbender

In an old marine tradition, sailors earned an ear ring for founding which cape for the first time? Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be ...
On February 10, 2026 / By George Day
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Survey of the Week

Before reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your knowledge and experiences with the Cruising Compass family. Thanks. ...
On February 5, 2026 / By George Day
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Mindbender

In coastal piloting, what do you calculate when you “double the angle on the bow”? Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly from ...
On February 5, 2026 / By George Day
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Catamarans Rule 2026 Miami Boat Show

The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show opens on February 11 and promises to be a city-wide boating extravaganza. There are plenty of reasons to jet to Miami ...
On February 4, 2026 / By George Day
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Survey of the Week

Before reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your knowledge and experiences with the Cruising Compass family. Thanks. ...
On January 22, 2026 / By George Day
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Mindbender

What are King Tides? Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly from the correct answers. Many thanks to everyone who sent in ...
On January 22, 2026 / By George Day
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ATN’s Gale Sail for Heavy Weather Sailing

Even with accurate weather forecasting and long-range weather models, from time to time those of us who go to sea will encounter heavy weather. This is particularly true ...
On January 22, 2026 / By George Day