Gear: Weems & Plath BRIGHTWind
April 2, 2025
What if we could simplify the equipment at the top of our masts? Instead of a farm of devices, take an approach that cuts down
What if we could simplify the equipment at the top of our masts? Instead of a farm of devices, take an approach that cuts down
One of the best parts of arriving in a new port of call is the opportunity to go exploring—whether you’re looking for a place to get some food and drink, a secluded beach where you can kick back or somewhere to provision for the next leg of your journey. And what better way to do all that than by bicycle? But bikes are big, and space onboard is limited. Enter the folding bike—the cruiser’s best friend. Here is a selection of functional folding bikes. Grab one and stow it onboard for your next cruise. You’ll be glad you did.
The IF Mode folding bike from New Hampshire-based Independent Fabrication and Taiwan-based Pacific Cycles is for sailors looking for a bike that is on par with their boat.
The Gocycle G2 folding electric bike may be the most advanced folding bike you can stow onboard. The bike has an LED “dashboard” built into the handlebars that tells you your speed, what gear you’re in and the amount of battery life left in the motor.
The Mariner D7 from Dahon is a commuter bike with an urban design, ready to eat up the pavement as you head out from the boat. The 7-speed cruiser has 20in wheels and features a rack over the back tire
The APEX from Vilano rides on 16in tires and sports Shimano’s six-speed Revo Twist Grip and a Shimano six-speed derailer.
The GOTHAM1 from Citizen Bike is a lightweight, no-frills ride that is easy to use and easy to stow. This is a one-speed bike that rides on 20in tires
You may have noticed that you’ve heard from us less frequently this week. SAIL’s editor Lydia Mullan discusses changes to the newsletter.
Twenty countries sent tallships to participate in a parade of sail celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Here’s a look at the sights as New York City welcomed these iconic vessels.
From evaluating condition to pricepoint, Alan Glos shares everything you need to know to buy a used dinghy.
Contributing Editor Christopher Birch’s much anticipated “maintenance manual that should have come with your boat, but didn’t,” is available now.
To celebrate the 250th signing of the Declaration of Independence, the international tall ship fleet is headed stateside.
A marine transformer with fun at its core.
The Cal 40 Nicole wins the St. David’s Lighthouse overall title, while Black Jack 100 takes line honors just shy of a course record. On the course: stunning scenery and a range of conditions. Off it: a scoring drama.
Good skippers manage the boat; great skippers manage the tension.
A spritely little cat that holds its own in a blow.
Analog alarms offer important feedback about how the boat is doing.
