On June 13, 2025, West Coast Sailing marks its 20th anniversary. Two solid decades of fun. It’s been a wild ride since we started in ‘05. To summarize it all would be impossible. There have been so many memories, regattas, events, and emotions of all kinds! For our 20th year, I want to attempt to … 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
Club Profile: Downtown Sailing Center
The Downtown Sailing Center (DSC) is an award-winning, nonprofit 501 (c)(3) community sailing center offering sailing instruction and access to sailing through a variety of programming to the Greater Baltimore Community since 1994. News Flash: Downtown Sailing Center is hiring 2 full-time positions, a Community Programs Director, and a Fleet & Membership Programs Director!! The … Read More
Nominations Open for 2016 Youth Sailor of the Year!
Sponsored by KO Sailing, 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: Youth Sailor of the Year Dedication. Perseverance. Independence. These are just some of the attributes of the go-it-alone sailor, the lone wolf who is able to train, … Read More
Club Profile: Lake Sunapee Yacht Club
News Flash: LSYC is Hiring a Sailing Program Director! Lake Sunapee Yacht Club is a family focused summer only club located on the western shore of Lake Sunapee in Sunapee NH. The club offers a wide range of adult and junior activities including sailing, tennis and swimming. LSYC is the host of a large inland … Read More