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Mahe, Sechelles: Live Out Your Castaway Dreams

Remote, scarcely populated and all but unexplored, the many islands of the Seychelles let you live out your castaway daydreams. The Seychelles rewards intrepid sailors with strong winds, ...
On September 27, 2017 / By George Day
Boat Rat's Tip of the Week 0
Anchors for Cruisers

For cruising sailors who like to explore off the beaten path, anchors are their most important safety gear and insurance policy. If you are going to sleep well ...
On September 27, 2017 / By George Day
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Owner of Abandoned “Ghost Ship” Is in Key West Jail on Attempted-Murder Charges, Officials Say

This is one of those head-scratching stories that just keep us wondering how in the world the boat got there? MELBOURNE, Fla. — The abandoned “ghost boat” that ...
On September 27, 2017 / By George Day
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Lisa Blair’s Record Circumnavigation Ratified

The World Sailing Speed Record Council has officially ratified Lisa Blair’s circumnavigation of Antarctica, a 183 day long journey. Lisa’s solo and unassisted circumnavigation was not short of ...
On September 27, 2017 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
Baja Ha-Ha Registration Still Open

As of September 25, the Baja Ha-Ha, the two week rally that runs from San Diego, CA to Cabo San Lucas at the tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, ...
On September 27, 2017 / By George Day
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IGY Marinas: Post Huricane Irma & Maria Update

Fort Lauderdale, FL, September 22, 2017: Thank you for your continued support in the wake of Hurricane Irma and Maria. We have received a tremendous outpouring of concern ...
On September 27, 2017 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
In at the Deep End

The Volvo Ocean 65s are high and dry in Lisbon as they get their final tune up before the race – but the sailors are wet to the ...
On September 27, 2017 / By George Day
For the Hungry Crew 0
Classic Beer Bread

This is a simple bread recipe that anyone can make successfully and is a great way to spend stormy, rainy evening … of which there have been all ...
On September 20, 2017 / By George Day
Mindbender 0
Mindbender

What island group spawns the largest Atlantic hurricanes? Send your answer to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. The winner, selected randomly from correct answers, will receive a Blue Water Sailing hat. The winner ...
On September 20, 2017 / By George Day
Boat Reviews 0
Dufour Grand Large 460

The French builder dials in the sweet spot with their new, three-cabin ultra-modern family cruiser, complete with built-in grill Good ideas are catching. Once you’ve had ...
On September 20, 2017 / By George Day