…Starts today in beautiful downtown Annapolis’ City Dock.
Well folks, apparently the last one was such a success that they’re doing it again. U.S. Yacht Shows proudly presents, the second annual Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show 2013. The event will be held in Annapolis’ historical downtown, City Dock. The Annapolis Fall boat show, has helped to build the town’s reputation for hosting the largest boat show in the…
Here are some great shots of Oracle Team USA’s Hydro-foiling AC 72in action. Insane! I can’t wait to see them all on the race course. This will indeed be a Cup to remember….. Images courtesy of Guilain Grenier. …..and as a bonus, some AC 45 highlights. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3Nfjy3yQYs&w=560&h=315]
Ahhh a beautiful day to begin the Spring. Aloft in Maryland’s Capital, with a great view of the Chesapeake Bay, the U.S. Naval Academy and downtown Annapolis. Today makes me look forward to some spring sailing, a good steady moderate breeze with flat water. Just how we like it on the bay. Today’s trip was for a mast and…
There are sailboat riggers, sailboat rigging apprentices, and then there are master riggers. At what point do you achieve master status? Well it is all a matter of who is handing out these titles, I guess. Regardless of who is handing out titles, after 20 years of practicing any one skill or trade, you have become…
Spring is right around the corner, although there have been a few days that have had us feeling like spring is already here. This amazing winter has moved some people to start preparing earlier rather than later. Not only does one need to prepare the boat and de-winterize the engine, but we shouldn’t forget about…
Check out the AC 45’s best wipe out moments……. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-FlN97Y3ok&w=560&h=315]
This is the yacht that leisure off shore sailors have been waiting for. Behold the future of sailing is right around the corner. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fq173AXAdkY&w=560&h=315] The Discovery 57 features some of the latest and greatest powered rigging products on the market. This kind of technology isn’t just for mega yachts anymore and is becoming more and more…
Well it has certainly been a while, but today’s excellent weather prompted another segment of “Views From Aloft”. This being the first climb of the year, all things considered, went pretty well. Sean and I argued a bit about who would get to ‘go up’ and how it just isn’t safe to send someone my size up…
Last week, one of the world’s most infamous regattas has crossed the finish line yet once again. The Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race usually offers some some real excitement when it comes to rough sea conditions and heavy winds. Over the years, this race has earned a reputation for causing some detrimental damage to sailors and their…
Just taking a look back at the mega multi-hull Banque Populaire. In January it was official, the massive tri-maran had broken the ’round the world speed record; 45 days, 13 hours, 42 minutes and 53 seconds. Get the full scoop here. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKUwK4NOUs8&w=560&h=315]
I found this on YouTube and found it quite relaxing…….even the cheesy elevator music. This is a beautiful boat and a beautiful sailing destination. Although this isn’t the typical warm tropical paradise it is definitely on my list of places to visit. Enjoy. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WliDLjg5CDg&w=560&h=315]
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