George Day

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    The America’s Cup  was held by the New York Yacht Club and defended successfully for 132 years from 1851 to 1983.  What foreign skipper finally defeated the American ...

    On March 6, 2024 / By
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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 27, 2024 / By
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    Why do so many modern cruising boat designs have hard chines above the waterline?   Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly from the ...

    On February 27, 2024 / By
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    On February 20, 2024 / By
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    What does the phrase ‘When in doubt, let it out’ refer to?   Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly from the correct answers ...

    On February 20, 2024 / By
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    On February 11, 2024 / By
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    What causes the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights?   Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly from the correct answers and will win a ...

    On February 11, 2024 / By
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    New Hanse 410: German Engineering Meets Thoroughly Modern Cruising Style

    The new Hanse 410, which was introduced at the Cannes boat show last September, was nominated for European Boat of the Year 2004 in the family cruiser category. ...

    On February 7, 2024 / By
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    On February 6, 2024 / By
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    Cruising in the tropics, what steps should you take to keep cock roaches off your boat?   Send your answers to george@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected randomly ...

    On February 6, 2024 / By