Browsing All Posts By George Day
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Dock Talk 0
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta: Fully Rigged and Ready to Race. See Pictures
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta (ACYR) proudly begins a fourth decade of showcasing maritime history and tradition during six days of high-spirited, world-class competition. Races are held ...
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Dock Talk 0
We’re Weathered but Wiser: First Time Cruisers Learn Hard Lessons
Living the dream of cruising around the world in their own sailboat, a British couple discover that the life at sea is not all rum drink with umbrellas ...
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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, ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
