Notable Numbers: Magellan’s 492nd, Minoru’s 8th, and Dekker’s 16th
On this day in 1519, Ferdinand Magellan set sail on the first ever circumnavigation of Earth. Magellan sailed in the service of King Charles I…
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New discussion forum for ASA instructors on Facebook
The sport and lifestyle of sailing are ever-changing, and ASA instructors, some of the finest sailing teachers in the world, are a great resource to…
America’s Cup Live Coverage, Sailing News, and Your Moment of Zen
September is here and while it’s still high summer at ASA’s headquarters in Marina del Rey, CA, in many places the sailing season is winding…
New 2012 ASA Flotillas!
Every year ASA organizes flotilla cruises around the world. In 2011 alone we’ve been to the Bahamas, Greece, Croatia, and the Pacific Northwest, among other…
ASA launches learn to sail online system with “Your First Sail” course
Stepping aboard a sailboat for the first time takes courage. The new sailor is entering a floating world where there are new rules, and even,…
Rambler capsizes in Fastnet Race with ASA co-founder Peter Isler onboard
During last week’s Fastnet Race in the Irish Sea, the yacht Rambler, which Sailing World called “the most advanced, powerful monohull race boat in the…
Zen 24 electric sailboat demonstrations with Yoh Aoki
The Zen 24, a new electric auxiliary inboard sailboat designed in Japan by legendary circumnavigator Yoh Aoki, will be on display and available for demonstration cruises…
ASA Launches Fan Appreciation Sweepstakes on Facebook
Our fans are the best, and they deserve the best. That’s why ASA is launching our Fan Appreciation Sweepstakes on Facebook, to reward and grow…
Voyaging with Velella: Home Is Where the Boat Is
This is the final installment in the “Voyaging with Velella” series by ASA writer-at-large Meghan Harvey. Meghan, her husband Prescott, and their cat Nessie have…
This Week in Sailing History
There’s something about the first week of August. All sorts of notable events in sailing history took place this week, and here’s a list of…
Voyaging with Velella: Sailing Fresh Waters
Continuing the Voyaging with Velella series by ASA writer-at-large Meghan Harvey. Meghan and her husband Prescott have been cruising aboard their boat Velella for the…
Sailing Tragedy in Race to Mackinac 2011
As you may have already heard, on Monday the U.S. Coast Guard confirmed the death of two sailors competing in the Chicago-Mackinac Race. A late…
Voyaging with Velella: How to Sail Across a Bar
Continuing the Voyaging with Velella series by ASA writer-at-large Meghan Harvey. Meghan and her husband Prescott have been cruising aboard their boat Velella for the…
Voyaging with Velella: Rite of Passage (Part 1)
Continuing the Voyaging with Velella series by ASA writer-at-large Meghan Harvey. Meghan and her husband Prescott have been cruising aboard their boat Velella for the…
Out of Office: Communication Options for Cruisers
We’ve received a number of reader questions about internet access at sea. This guest blog by ASA cruising expert Meghan Harvey has the answers! Lots…
Two Cool Videos for Sailors
A couple of videos ASA sailors should see this week: #1 Our latest advanced sailing tip produced in cooperation with Forespar Sailing. See this video…
Voyaging with Velella: Hitched!
Continuing the Voyaging with Velella series by ASA writer-at-large Meghan Harvey. Meghan and her husband Prescott have been cruising aboard their boat Velella for the…
July Photo of the Month: Sailing Dads
Father’s Day has come and gone, and this month in honor of those brave patriarchs who plough the seas, our photo contest on Facebook and…