Racer-Cruiser Royalty Fit for a Legend
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to be part of the unveiling of Lenny, Beneteau’s new First 44, dedicated to the memory of my mentor and frien…
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May 2023 Sailor of the Month: Mark Hejtmanek
This month we were inspired by Mark Hejtmanek's story and he is our May Sailor of the Month. We sat down with Mark and asked him a few questions about…
Featured School: Anchors Aweigh Sailing School
Anchors Aweigh Sailing School in New London, CT, is located on the Thames River. Their goal is to help you reach your sailing potential while introduc…
Do I Really Need Sailing Lessons?
Learning to sail with ASA opens the doors to the world of sailing and the vast experiences that come with it from bareboat charters to owning your own…
Five Essential Bareboat Charter Skills
Here are 5 essential skills to master before you leave the dock for your first bareboat charter sailing vacation.
Sailing the US Virgin Islands
By Bob Curley Writer, Editor and Sailor, Bob Curley, is a Rhode Island Expert who contributes to American Sailing on sailing New England and the Carib…
How to Tie 3 Important Sailing Knots
There are as many sailing knots as there are stars in the night sky — or so it seems. But the reality is that most sailors can get along with only k…
Bite Sized Lessons : Apparent Wind
In this lesson we take a look at some sailing terminology used when talking about wind. Learn what an easterly wind is and the difference between onsh…
Bite Sized Lessons : Aids To Navigation
In this bite sized lesson video we take a look at navigation aids. We explain the basic rules and talk about their colors, shapes and numbers.
Understanding a Lee Shore
Captain Cam Seamus from Harbor Sailboats in San Diego California shares a few tips about handling and understanding a Lee Shore. Understanding a lee s…
Bite Sized Lessons : Wind Terminology
In this lesson we take a look at some sailing terminology used when talking about wind. Learn what an easterly wind is and the difference between onsh…
Cruising Catamaran Quiz
So you’re thinking about chartering a nice sized cruising cat or maybe you’re even thinking about buying one. Here’s a fun quiz to see what you …
Can Overboard! 🔉
Scenario: You crack open a cold one after a long day of sailing. Your buddy Jim finishes his first beer (rather quickly) and tosses the can overboard.…
Plastic-Free Provisioning
Over the years American Sailing has promoted our Plastic Pollution Purge campaign. We have asked our fellow sailors to “bring back more plastic than…
BVI’s Legendary North Sound Rises Again
By Bob Curley Writer, Editor and Sailor, Bob Curley, is a Rhode Island Expert who contributes to American Sailing on sailing New England and the Carib…
Catamaran Sailing – What’s the Difference?
Over the last 25 years, catamarans have seen a massive rise in popularity among charterers, cruisers, and even the casual daysailor. Curious about cat…
Five Sailing Superstitions to Retire and One That Should Be Kept
Sailing superstitions go back to the dawn of modern civilization - we take a look at some of them and decide whether or not there is any truth to them…
Charter Yachts and Bermuda Racers Gather to Race and Mingle in Newport
Writer, Editor and Sailor, Bob Curley, is a Rhode Island Expert who contributes to American Sailing on sailing New England and the Caribbean. The beau…