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Introducing S1D Sailing Fitness, Brought to You by Sailorcise

Editor’s Note: Sail1Design is thrilled to introduce Rachel Bennung, our newest Airwaves writer and member of the Sail1Design team. Rachel is not only an experienced sailor, but she’s also a […]

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Club 420 Class Launches Informational Video

PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION North Kingston, Rhode Island, December 21, 2015 As the largest North American youth-oriented, double handed class the Club 420 is a key entry point […]

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Manage Your Sailing Program Toward Success

PART I:  SAILBOAT RACING IS A MANAGEMENT EXERCISE   Annapolis, MD (December 16, 2015) –  By Airwaves Writer Joe Cooper Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of articles, […]

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Staying in Touch: College Alums Create Alumni Yacht Club!

By Airwaves Writer Brendan Healy Charleston, SC (December 15, 2015) – Since its inception in 1953, the College of Charleston Sailing program has been synonymous with championship sailing both at […]

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 Premiere Sailing League Unveils “Made in the USA” Boat Editions

NEWPORT, R.I. (December 09, 2015) – The Premiere Sailing League USA, structured after the enormously successful sailing leagues pioneered in Germany and Denmark (www.segelbundesliga.de; www.sejlsportsligaen.dk), announced today that special-edition J/70s […]

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Winter Is Coming: 5 Ways to Stay Sharp in the Off-Season

By Rachael Silverstein- In the wake of a busy regatta season and rigorous practice schedule, a brief hiatus can restore a sailor like a good night’s sleep.  It allows the […]

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Club Profile: Beverly Yacht Club

The Beverly Yacht Club is one of oldest and most distinguished yacht clubs in America. It was founded in 1872 in Beverly Massachusetts by a group of sailors from the […]

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College Sailing 101 LIVE VIDEO

This event was held at Severn Sailing Association, 04 December 2015. For more information, or if you are interested in having Sail1Design host this near you, please get in touch. […]

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Club Profile: Hudson River Community Sailing

Hudson River Community Sailing develops leadership and academic success in underserved New York City youth through sailing education and provides maritime education and recreation to the community at large. Hudson […]

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Starting: Make it or Break It

By Airwaves writer Rachel Bennung In high school and college sailing your start is one of the most important things. You may be thinking, well getting a good start is […]

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So What Exactly IS a "Pro Sailor," Anyway?

By Airwaves writer Joe Cooper The rapid commercialization of the America’s Cup and the Volvo Ocean Race has introduced to the rest of the sailing world in a dramatic fashion […]

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Club Profile: Camp Winadu

Camp Winadu is America’s finest full season sports camp for boys.  It is located in the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts only 2 1/2 hours from NYC and Boston. Winadu […]

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Back to the Future? A Look at the Lark Dinghy

By Rachael Silverstein Since the first inter-collegiate dinghy fleet race in 1930, small boats and fast racing have become a healthy addiction for young sailors across the country. In 1934, […]

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From the Experts: Headsail Changes

By Airwaves writer Andrew Kerr The call of “change the headsail “has resonated with teams since the inception of competitive sailing. It is one of the ultimate calls to action […]

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Club Profile: Great Harbor Yacht Club

Great Harbor Yacht Club, situated on picturesque Nantucket harbor, offers its members exceptional recreational opportunities and dining options while making sure to immerse our members in Nantucket’s unique locale. The […]

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Club Profile: Sarasota Yacht Club

Camaraderie. At the Sarasota Yacht Club, a spirit of friendship and community makes everyone feel welcome. Whether you glide in dockside or step inside the new luxurious clubhouse, you’re greeted […]

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The International Comet Class is Alive and Well with a New Builder

Whitecap Composites has been selected as the exclusive builder of the International Comet Class.  With active fleets in Maryland, New Jersey, the Midwest and Bermuda, the appointment of a new […]

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RS Quest

RS Sailing would like to introduce the development of their latest sailboat, the RS Quest. Designed by RS Sailing and Jo Richards, the RS Quest is a 14’ 1” dinghy […]

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Class Profile: RS Quest

RS Sailing would like to introduce the development of their latest sailboat, the RS Quest. Designed by RS Sailing and Jo Richards, the RS Quest is a 14’ 1” dinghy […]

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Club Profile: Little Traverse Sailors, Michigan

News Flash: Little Traverse YC has a RACE TEAM COACH position opening! About Little Traverse Sailors Little Traverse Sailors, a 501(C)(3) charitable education organization, has been a leader in teaching youth […]

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