Seattle’s Newest Circumnavigator: David Linger (Part Two)

Last month, we introduced the 48° North community to Seattle sailor David Linger. Dave’s recent completion of a singlehanded circumnavigation as a part of the Global Solo Challenge (GSC)—which he completed in 175 days…

Editor’s Letter: On Bringing Up Sailors

One of the mistakes parents, like me, make these days is to overinflate our perception of influence with our children and their interests. As boat folk, deeply held hopes that our children will love time on the water can…

R2AK 2024 Gets Underway

The 2024 celebration of the weirdest, wildest, most wonderful adventurers has crossed Juan de Fuca and now heads north. I love R2AK, have from the jump. I was fortunate to be on scene for the sunrise start in Port Townsend.…

Editor’s Letter: Sometimes, It Is About the Destination

Sailors and boaters will be well-versed in the notion, “It’s about the journey, not the destination.” And of course it is. Our boats are so much more than transportation, and the experience underway is often the most fun and…

#TBT: A Love Letter to Fair Weather Sailing

In honor of these first summery days of 2024 when so many of us water folk will be casting off for some much needed Vitamin B(oat) with a heavy dose of Vitamin D from that elusive glowing orb, it seemed like the right time…

Editor’s Letter: Extraordinary Achievements Outside the Limelight

One day before this magazine was sent to press, Seattle sailor David Linger crossed the finish line of the Global Solo Challenge in A Coruña, Spain, completing a solo sailing race around the world. I don’t know David well,…

Rare Opportunity: Join the Close-Knit 48° North Crew!

48° North is seeking to add a terrific person to our small team as the Advertising Sales Rep and Customer Care Captain! Love boats, the boat life, and the communities of people who are also passionate about those things?…

Sea Adventurer: An Interview with Kirsten Neuschäfer, Part One

Minnehaha, Kirsten's Cape George 36. South African…