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Sailing News Articles

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S1D Coach of the Year: Steve Hunt

Sail1Design is proud to name Steve Hunt as the inaugural S1D Coach of the Year. Among many incredibly deserving nominations that were submitted to S1D, Steve’s stood out. Steve is […]

Airwaves StaffFebruary 28, 2013

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Judgement day: Five nations qualify for Red Bull Youth America´s Cup

Five of the best youth sailing teams in the world have qualified for the Red Bull Youth America’s Cup 2013 following a grueling two-week Selection Series in San Francisco. The […]

Airwaves StaffFebruary 25, 2013

The New US Olympic Sailing Program

By Airwaves Writer Zach Brown A lot has happened since the London 2012 Olympic Games. The heads of US Olympic sailing went into a deep meditation to reflect on the […]

Airwaves StaffFebruary 18, 2013

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Sail1Designers of the Month – Brian Porter and the Melges 24 Full Throttle Crew

By Airwaves Writer Martha Pitt January 21st – 25th marked the 2013 Quantum Key West Race Week, and over the five-day period, numerous new champions one- design champions were […]

Airwaves StaffFebruary 4, 2013

Good Sailing Coaches & Great Sailing Coaches: One Difference is Empathy

All good coaches, regardless of their chosen sport, share some important fundamental qualities that transcend technical knowledge, or specific x’s & o’s. In other words, whether it’s a basketball, tennis, hockey, football, […]

Airwaves StaffJanuary 17, 2013

I Miss Sailing: Winter Sailing Opportunities

by Airwaves writer Elizabeth Dudley Winter Sailing Opportunities It’s December. Depending on where you are living, the air is getting cold and the water temperature will soon follow. It’s easy […]

Airwaves StaffDecember 18, 2012

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J/70: A Rival One Design to J/Brethren?

The J/70 – It’s about Expanding the Pie By Airwaves Writer Dan Rabin Editors Note: We’d like to welcome and introduce Dan Rabin to our readers as our newest Airwaves […]

Airwaves StaffDecember 15, 2012

VIDEO: The American Youth Sailing Force is San Francisco’s Team in the 2013 RedBull Youth America’s Cup

Submitted by Vince Casalaina, Media Coordinator, American Youth Force Sailing Challenge {youtube}mO0HADYM3N0{/youtube} A year ago when RedBull announced their sponsorship of the Youth America’s Cup, five of us began planning […]

Airwaves StaffDecember 7, 2012

Sail1Designer of the Month – Charlie Buckingham and Team America

Sail1Designer of the Month – Charlie Buckingham and Team America for their Selection to the Oracle Team USA Youth Team By Airwaves Writer Martha Pitt Earlier in November, six teams […]

Airwaves StaffDecember 3, 2012

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Staying Sharp in the Offseason

Staying Sharp in the Offseason, Airwaves Writer Zach Brown The fall season has concluded leaving most college sailors eager for some down time but motivated for the ever important spring […]

Airwaves StaffDecember 2, 2012

Zim Holiday Sale!

Airwaves StaffNovember 20, 2012

Manto Strong: A Sailing Community Picks Itself Up After Sandy

By Airwaves Staff Writer Elizabeth Dudley Mantoloking, New Jersey is a predominately sailing community built on a barrier island. For the past century, residents have added bulkheads to […]

Airwaves StaffNovember 16, 2012

Sponsor Spotlight: Get a Ph.D from YALE CORDAGE!

Get Your Ph.D. from Yale. Performance handling. Delivered. “Ph.D. is light and grippy, perfect for the mainsheet on my foiling Moth, where every ounce counts. Yet it’s strong and secure […]

Airwaves StaffNovember 13, 2012

Henri-Lloyd Holiday Savings on Sailing Gear!

Now’s the time to start shopping for the holidays, and get your order in while supplies last!

Airwaves StaffNovember 13, 2012

Feeling the Need for Speed?

An Overview of the North American Speed Sailing Championship Invitational and Q & A with the event’s Winner, Rob Douglas. By: Maggie Lumkes Cohen Photography This October, Martha’s Vineyard was […]

Airwaves StaffNovember 12, 2012

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Making the Switch: Q&A with Stu McNay

By Airwaves Writer Zach Brown There are many different opportunities to compete in the sport of sailing. One design dinghy sailing, keel boat buoy racing, and off-shore racing are just […]

Airwaves StaffNovember 9, 2012

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Introducing the Farr B/One

Sail1Design is pleased to announce our newest sponsor and team member, Farr Yacht Design/Farr Yacht Sales. We are also very excited to introduce the newest member of the Farr sailing […]

Airwaves StaffNovember 5, 2012

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NYYC TEAM EXTREME Sail1Designers of the Month- October

Brought to you by Farr Yacht Sales Martha Pitt Three years ago, Team Extreme won the 2009 US Sailing Team Racing Championship for the Hinman Trophy; a few weeks […]