New from Waszp.com: INTRODUCING THE 7.5 SAIL The much-anticipated 7.5 sail is now available for purchase! Sailors can get their hands on the new rig by heading to the WASZP shop or contacting their WASZP Agent. The 7.5 uses the same bottom mast section as the 6.9 sail and comes in three striking colour options: … Read More
Hudson River Community Sailing is Hiring!
Hudson River Community Sailing develops leadership and academic success in under-served New York City youth through sailing education and provides maritime education and recreation to the community at large. Hudson River Community Sailing is hiring a full-time Youth Program Director. The Youth Program Director oversees the safety, quality, and educational effectiveness of all youth programs. Primary … Read More
Tips for Staying in Shape in the Winter
By Airwaves writer Paige Hoffman Spring sailing will be here before we know it! In the Northeast, it is now far too cold for most competitive sailing. Aside from a few winter warriors up to the challenge of frostbiting, most of us have hung up our drysuits for the winter and are anxiously awaiting spring sailing. … Read More
Tight Layline Management & The Art of the Shoot
By Airwaves writer Andrew Kerr Picture this: A team is approaching the weather mark in 3rd place on a tight starboard tack lay line , it looks like that with some good sailing they will make it around the mark ahead of 55 other teams and will be off and running with a good spinnaker set. … Read More
Club Profile: St. Francis Yacht Club
News Flash: St. Francis YC is Hiring a full-time Race Director! St. Francis Yacht Club was founded in 1927 by a group of 21 San Francisco Yachtsman with a vision of a club in the City. Ground was broken for the clubhouse that year, and events were held on members yachts until the club was … Read More
2016 S1D/KO Sailing Youth Sailor of the Year Announced!
Sail1Design and KO Sailing are elated to announce the 2016 winner of the Youth Sailor of the Year Award, Charlotte Rose. Dedication. Perseverance. Independence. These are just some of the attributes of the go-it-alone sailor, the lone wolf who is able to train, plan, and compete by her or himself, and do it successfully. This … Read More
2016 Orange Bowl Results
By Airwaves writer Taylor Penwell 2016 International Orange Bowl Regatta/Coral Reef Yacht Club, Miami Florida/December 26-30th Copyright OB16 Matias Capizzano … Read More
Club Profile: Lauderdale Yacht Club
News Flash: Lauderdale Yacht Club is Hiring! Lauderdale Yacht Club opened in June 1938 for the purpose “to promote the science of seamanship and to provide and maintain a Clubhouse, piers and anchorage for the recreation of its Members and to make available for the youth of the community the opportunity to learn and practice … Read More
2016 S1D Optimist Sailor of the Year Announced!
Sail1Design is elated to announce the winner of the McLaughlin S1D Optimist Sailor of the Year Award winner, Justin Callahan! Optimist sailing, for so many, is where it all starts. In fact, there may be no healthier one-design class in North America than the US Optimist Class. Sail1Design is proud to salute this boat, the people … Read More
Club Profile: Bitter End Yacht Club
By Airwaves Writer Taylor Penwell The Bitter End Yacht Club is the epitome of the word picturesque. The world-renowned club is nestled in the posh North Sound of Virgin Gorda, part of the British Virgin Islands. With winter temperatures averaging in the low 80’s, the Bitter End Yacht Club is an extraordinary vacation destination in … Read More
Club Profile: Hudson River Community Sailing Center
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. Founded in 2007 to serve the urban community, we partner with public schools to offer credit-bearing academic programs, internships, mentoring, and college readiness. Our youth development … Read More
Club Profile: Fishers Island Yacht Club
The Island: Fishers Island Yacht Club is located on Fishers Island in West Harbor. Fishers Island is located at the eastern entrance to the Long Island Sound. It is about two miles off the southeastern coast of Connecticut opposite Stonington. The island is about 9 miles long and 1 mile wide. Ferries run year round … Read More
S1D 2016 Youth Sailing Team of the Year Nominations Open!
Its’ that time of year again! Please send in your nomination for 2016 Youth Sailing Team of the Year! Teamwork. Chemistry. Dedication. Cooperation. Being on the same page as your partner and/or teammates is never easy, especially when that shared vision has to endure, and not simply be a statement of purpose on the dock. … Read More