In my previous posting I was really pumped-up about the multihull matchup for the 33rd America’s Cup. After coming up to speed on the run-up to the event, I have changed my mind. After a lifetime of sailing, I’m fed up with wannabe clowns who have no business on the water. From SailWorld.com: There is little... »
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America’s Cup Times Three
This year the America’s Cup will pit monster trimarans against each other and the elements. When racing, these machines run on the edge of chaos. I spent years racing... »
Unintended Destinations
People give various reasons to explain why they put to sea in small sailing boats but once underway, those reasons are overwhelmed by the immensity of their undertaking. Our... »
Seasickness Solutions
After many hundreds of hours behind the helm I was never sea sick, however, a couple of years ago I signed on as crew (along with my wife), on... »
Songline’s Double Angle Race, 2009
Last weekend Songline raced the Double Angle Race hosted by the very salty Elkhorn Yacht Club. It features two starting lines, one at Monterey Harbor and the other at... »
60 Knot Sailing
Bill Lee is famously quoted as saying “Fast is fun”. How about 60 knots of sailing fun? Length - 18 meters Beam - 24.5 meters Mast Height - 27 meters Height of Lateral... »

Capt. Marc, veteran of multiple ocean crossings, offshore and one-design racer, and instructional pro, invites you to join him for lessons and/or excursions under sail.
