
Fisherman Killed in Volvo Race Collision
The 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race finds itself facing one of the greatest challenges and tragedies of its 40-plus-year history following the death of a commercial

The 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race finds itself facing one of the greatest challenges and tragedies of its 40-plus-year history following the death of a commercial


At press time, Vestas 11th Hour Racing and organizers of the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean race were still not saying much about what, if anything is

Crewmember Alex Gough of Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag was washed overboard by a wave during a sail change on Sunday in winds of 15-20 knots, midway

Following the adventure that was Leg 3 through the heart of the Southern Ocean, the seven teams making up the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race must


Every sailor, regardless of experience, feels some trepidation when meeting a new captain or crew for the first time. How well will their personalities fit? How do the others handle stressful situations? Will you live up to your own hype?

In this Q&A, North Sails president Ken Read, a three-time veteran of the Volvo Ocean Race, talks about the sails the boats are using for the


As the seven crews competing in the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race fight their way through the Southern Ocean, past VOR winner Ian Walker looks at

This tried-and-true piece of gear will keep your dinghy where you put it.

Last weekend Bentley College hosted the Northeast Ocean Racing Symposium, a day of lectures, panels, and networking centered around all things offshore.

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The latest from Dufour continues the French builder’s move toward refining its performance cruising chops under the guidance of naval architect Umberto Felci.

The Cruising Club of America (CCA) is a collection of 1,400 ocean sailors with extensive offshore seamanship, command experience, and a shared passion for making adventurous use of the seas.

This season’s latest from Patagonia includes an expansion of their NetPlus line, which is made from recycled fishing nets to help protect our oceans.

Revisit the drama, adventure, and challenge of this year’s Vendée Globe with a new documentary from race organization.

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