No Two Chicago to Mackinac Races are the same and this year’s 116th running of the 333-mile event the length of Lake Michigan truly tied the crews’ patience. ...
On July 23, 2025 / By George DayFlorida builder Island Packet Yachts, one of only a few sailboat builders in North America, recently added a new 42-foot motor sailer to their fleet. Designed by IPY ...
On July 16, 2025 / By George DayIncluded in the big federal funding bill recently passed by congress and signed by the president is a whopping $25 billion investment in the Coast Guard’s future. It ...
On July 16, 2025 / By George DayAs Greal Lakes sailors all know, storms can and do build very quickly in the summer and can generate fierce winds and steep waves. That’s just what the ...
On July 16, 2025 / By George DayBefore 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 July 16, 2025 / By George DayWhat is the award The Blue Riband given for and what ships holds it? Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly from the ...
On July 16, 2025 / By George DayBefore 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 July 9, 2025 / By George DayWhat is the gas used in engine room fire suppression systems? Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly from the correct answers. ...
On July 9, 2025 / By George DayDuring the great multihull surge in popularity over the last 20 years, the French Builder Fountaine Pajot has grown by leaps and bounds and has continued to innovate ...
On July 9, 2025 / By George DayThe Dutch builder KM Yacht Builders has been building aluminum explorer-style sailing vessels since 1998 and recently announced the launch of a new Van de Stadt-designed 56-foot Stadtship ...
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