Bob Perry Included in Sailing Hall of Fame Class of 2023
Congratulations to legendary Pacific Northwest yacht designer Robert "Bob" Perry and all the other sailors inducted into the Sailing Hall of Fame's Class of 2023! The National Sailing Hall of Fame (NSHOF) recently announced…
PNW Boaters Support Maui Fire Relief at Beneteau Rendezvous
Signature Yachts and their Beneteau Rendezvous attendees gave spontaneously and generously to support Maui fire relief. We recently were made aware of a story that revealed the remarkable character and generosity of a group…
Marine Servicenter is Appointed Catalina and True North Dealer for PNW
A new partnership between well-loved American boat manufacturers and a stalwart Pacific Northwest dealership. Catalina Yachts, the American builder of sailboats ranging in size from 12 feet to 45 feet, is pleased to announce…
Tell Us About Your Boat and Win a 48° North Gift Package!
Sail, power, or paddle — every boat has a story, and boat owners love sharing them! 48° North's "My Boat" is the place to tell those stories and boast a little about what makes your boat special. The next My Boat column…
MOHAI to Open ‘Pulling Together’ Exhibit in November About the History of Rowing in Seattle
On November 24, Seattle's Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) will open a new exhibit that's sure to be a hit with boaters in the PNW. Next Month, Seattle's (MOHAI) will open a new exhibit that is sure to be of interest…
Tight Quarter Maneuvering Technique with Twin Rudders and Bow Thruster
More and more modern boats are employing twin rudders. They have advantages under sail, but some think they're harder to maneuver in tight spots under motor power. Here are some handy techniques.... After a sail test on the…
Autumn Excursion on Aspen’s New Carbon Cat Dinghies
Would you take your dinghy on a 150-mile Puget Sound cruise in late September? Family-owned local boat builders, Aspen Power Catamarans, recently launched a new line of carbon fiber tenders and took them on an autumn…
Application and Race Dates Announced for Seventy48 and R2AK
The fine folks at SEVENTY48 and Race to Alaska HQ recently announced application and race dates for 2024, along with a new/old wrinkle for R2AK. Deciding to participate in either of the Northwest Maritime Center's adventure…
Sloop Tavern Yacht Club Announces New Boxing Day Race
The fun crew at STYC is dialing up a brand new race over the winter holiday on December 26, 2023. It'll be casual and probably chilly, and TOTALLY worth it. Editor's note: If we're honest, adding new races to the Puget Sound…