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Two Men Rescued from Sinking Sailboat. CG Credits Registered Emergency Communications Devices. Watch Video.

Here’s another story that highlights the dedication and professionalism of the U.S. Coast Guard and the importance for all sailors to make sure their emergency signaling devices are ...
On February 12, 2025 / By George Day
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Miami Show Update: Introducing the Windelo 51 and 55 Sport Catamarans

YOU’RE INVITED! FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2025 AT 10AM ON THE WINDELO STAND MIAMI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW – MUSEUM PARK MARINA To kick-off 2025 with a highlight, Windelo is ...
On February 11, 2025 / By George Day
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How I spent the Pandemic University Lockdown

Here’s an inspiring story by an adventurous 20-year-old college student who took the opportunity provided by her university’s pandemic lockdown to buy an old 30-foot cruisuing boat, completely ...
On February 11, 2025 / By George Day
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Mindbender

How many points are there on a traditional compass rose and how many degrees are in each single point? Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will ...
On February 11, 2025 / 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 11, 2025 / By George Day
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Snorkeling in the Exumas, Bahamas

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On February 11, 2025 / 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, 2025 / By George Day
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Mindbender

What is a “williwaw”? Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly from the correct answers. Thanks to the many readers who sent ...
On February 5, 2025 / By George Day
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French Shipping Company Launches World’s Largest Sailing Cargo Ship

Here’s an update on a story that we revisit from time to time for the simple reason that sailing cargo ships with auxiliary power just makes sense, particularly ...
On February 5, 2025 / By George Day
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Registration Now Open for All 2025 Salty Dawg Rallies

The Salty Dawg Sailing Association, in its 15th year of “Sailors Helping Sailors”, announced today that it will be hosting five (possibly six) rallies in 2025. Mike Benjamin, ...
On February 4, 2025 / By George Day