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Dock Talk 0
Vestas 11th Hour Racing Arrives in Brazil under Jury Rig. Watch Vodeo

Leg 7 of the Volvo Ocean Race from New Zealand to Brazil was one of the roughest legs in the history of the race. One sailor, John Fisher, ...
On April 18, 2018 / By George Day
For the Hungry Crew 0
Quickest, Easiest and Sweetest Blueberry Muffins Ever

Nothing says breakfast like a basket full of freshly baked blueberry muffins. They are easy to make and just about everyone loves them. Even better, you only have ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day
Mindbender 0
Mindbender

Where in the world is the Sargasso Sea? Send your answer to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. The winner, selected randomly from correct answers, will receive a Blue Water Sailing hat. The winner ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day
Boat Rat's Tip of the Week 0
Is It Time To Move On from Zinc Anodes?

This excellent article on alternatives to toxic zinc anodes on our boat’s engines and shafts by Craig Ritchie appeared in Canadian Yachting magazine. “For years, we’ve all ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day
Tech Talk 0
FLIR One: Thermal Imaging Camera for Your Phone

This report by Will Brunton was published in the British magazine Yachting Monthly. Until recently, thermal-imaging camera systems built for yachts were extremely expensive. Both fixed and portable ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day
Cool Things to Do 0
The Miami to Key Largo Regatta, April 21-22, Adds Second Day of Competition

This spring regatta has long been known as one of the most laid back and fun events in southern Florida sailing calendar. Just about any boat can enter ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day
Boat Reviews 0
Construction of World’s Largest Sailing Cargo Ship Moves a Step Closer to Reality

A lot of sailors and even non-sailors have a soft spot for the sailing ships from the great age of sail, the Clipper Ships in particular, that combine ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
Global Warming Is Changing Atlantic Currents And Will Alter Weather Dramatically

While the fossil fuel industry and it’s minions in government continue to deny climate change and global warming, the evidence is becoming ever clearer that the planet is ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
Sail with the Salty Dawgs from the Caribbean to the East Coast

You are invited to join the Salty Dawg Spring Rally that leaves Antigua and the BVI on May 15 ….. and other islands, too. Destination: the US East ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
Volvo Ocean Race Update: Vestas and Scallywag Down But Not Out

The seventh leg of the Volvo Ocean Race from New Zealand to Brazil via Cape Horn turned out to be one of the toughest legs even in this ...
On April 12, 2018 / By George Day