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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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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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South Carolina YC OPTI Team Race Results and Report

For Immediate Release- November 11, 2015 The South Carolina Yacht Club presented an idea to bring six teams from across North America to Hilton Head Island.  With the help of Zim […]

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COLLEGE SAILING 101: Inside the World of College Sailing for Sailors, & Parents of Prospective College Sailors

  WHAT:                  COLLEGE SAILING NIGHT WHERE:                Severn Sailing Association, Annapolis, MD WHEN:                  04 December 2015           1900-2100 LIVE VIDEO Come join us for a round-table […]

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Working Together for Sailing Success

By Rachael Bennung, Airwaves writer Henry Ford, founder of Ford Motor Company, once said; “Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.” This quote is […]

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Club Profile: Cape Cod Sea Camps

News Flash: Cape Cod Sea Camps is Hiring! View their open jobs HERE The Cape Cod Sea Camps Mission Through personal commitment and dedicated to the development and guidance of […]

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Club Profile: Kittery Point Yacht Club

Kittery Point Yacht Club is located in New Castle NH, on the southern shore of the Piscataqua River. Its clubhouse stands opposite Seavey Island, home of the historic Portsmouth Naval […]

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LaserPerformance Collegiate Cup Travels to Torbole, Italy

LaserPerformance is pleased to announce the 2016 venue for the LaserPerformance Collegiate Cup (LPCC). LPCC will be held in Torbole, Italy on Lake Garda hosted by Circolo Vela Torbole from […]

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LaserPerformance Introduces Thomas Galster

LaserPerformance is thrilled to announce the addition of Thomas Galster as the company’s new Institutional Account Executive. Thomas brings several years of sailing experience to the LaserPerformance team. A Rhode […]

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Coaches Locker Room: Practice How You Race

By Airwaves writer Rachel Bennung Sailors fouling during practice can become a problem. It becomes an even bigger problem when they don’t do their circles. Some may think this isn’t […]

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S1D Opti, Youth Sailor, & Youth Sailing Team of the Year Nominations Open!

It’s that time of year again! S1D has already received nominations, so now is the time to write in and submit your nominations for: Optimist Sailor of the Year Optimist […]

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Club Profile: Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club (BHYC) in mid-coast Maine has been celebrating yachting for over 100 years, welcoming boaters who want to experience the fabled Downeast cruising grounds and picturesque Boothbay […]

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