Double Damned Racers Battle Light Winds to Halfway Finish in the Gorge
August 10, 2023
The infamous Double Damned brings sailors to the notoriously windy Columbia River Gorge for what’s supposed to be a 40-mile downwind rip full of planing, wipeouts, and as much fun as you can have on a sailboat. The forecast…
Valkyrie Flies Again – 2023 Women at the Helm 1
August 2, 2023
A perennial favorite, STYC's Women at the Helm returned with great competition in light conditions, and so many incredible women sailors having a ball. Here's the report from Synergy 1000, Valkyrie. I’m happy to report that…
The Red Ruby Project: Round Isle of Wight Race
July 27, 2023
Boats are things that take us places. They can also be so much more, even a way to connect with old friends. When my regular doublehanded sailing partner Alyosha was unavailable for the Round Isle of Wight Race in England, I…
Sweet Home Anacortes – Race Week 2023
July 12, 2023
Race Week in Anacortes — the skies are so blue, the boat racing is fun and competitive, and the parties returned to their previous glory. In year three, Anacortes Race Week really hit its stride and felt like home. For me,…
Editor’s Letter: Investment Returns
June 2, 2023
Sailboat racing can be so stinkin’ fun and rewarding, something that affords extraordinary community. Of course, I know that lots of folks don’t share this opinion. They’ve had experiences that contradict those and any other…