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Newport-Bermuda Race

Newport-Bermuda Tragedy Report Released

At the request of the Newport Bermuda Race, US Sailing has conducted an investigation into the fatal crew-overboard incident during this summer’s race. Last week,

Newport-Bermuda Goes Online

After this season’s sailing calendar was dismantled by myriad COVID cancellations, many race organizers have gotten creative about how to keep the spirit alive. The

Relaxing Aboard Comanche at 22 knots

“Don’t let anyone know how easy this is,” North Sails president Ken Read said. “Sure, no problem,” I said, far more concerned with how long

A Cruising Boat Does the Newport-Bermuda Race

For many sailors the prospect of sailing in a Newport-Bermuda Race remains the stuff of dreams, an adventure for “other” sailors who are somehow more worthy–which is too bad. In fact, the Newport Bermuda is about whole lot more than just a gathering of the world’s racing elite.

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Compass Care

Here’s what goes into reconditioning your boat’s most fundamental navigation aid. 

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Grand Prix Bloodbath

Six days in, and this year’s Route du Rhum has already served up dramatic scenes including capsizes, a crash, and several retirements. 

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Tom’s Tips

Photos by Tom Cunliffe Semantics – Chain or Rope? In the golden age of our sailing navies, a “cable” was the huge rope used for

Porto Photo by Lydia Mullan

The Ocean Race Moves to Portugal

Race organizers have announced long term plans for the event, including expanded science and education programming and a homebase in Porto, Portugal.

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