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Not Much Clarity on New Zealand’s Yacht Immigration Rules
An appeal to NZ's Ministry of Immigration, which was supported by many of the local marine businesses, was declined.
Did You See Who’s in Sailagram? Bay Area Sailors Doing What They Love
There was some early rain, but following that, November has been a perfect month of light-air sailing with big sails, if you have them.
Carnage and Glory in the Route du Rhum
The first two finishers have arrived in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, in the 12th edition of the prestigious Route du Rhum singlehanded Transatlantic race.
Dee Smith Wins 2022 2.4mR World Championship
Hurricane Nicole interrupted the 2022 2.4mR World Championship.
Route du Rhum Sets Sail From Brittany to Guadeloupe
The record-breaking fleet of 138 solo sailors have now been at sea for about 48 hours in the 12th edition of the Route du Rhum.
Route du Rhum Start Postponed Until Wednesday
For the first time in Route du Rhum race history, the organizers have made the difficult decision to delay the start of the 3,543-mile race.
US Coast Guard Calls Out to Sailors for Help on Navigational Aids
Usually it's mariners calling the Coast Guard for help. Right now the tables have turned, and for the next few weeks the USCG is calling out for help from mariners.
A Question on New Zealand’s Immigration Policy for Returning Yachts
We recently received an email from a reader who was grappling with New Zealand's policy on returning yachts. Do you have any information?
Hurricane Roslyn Hammers Mexico’s West Coast
Hurricane Roslyn crossed Mexico's west coast between Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán as a Category 3 hurricane at around 4:30 (PT) on Sunday morning.
Late-Season Tropical Storm Roslyn Poised to Strike Mexico as a Hurricane
A late-season tropical disturbance is looking to cross the Mexican coastline.
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