We found more evidence that the economy continues to rebound at one of our favorite builders up North, just across the border in Delta, BC. West Bay SonShip, established fortysix …
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Here’s a nifty new product that reportedly allows you to take accurate wind measurements using your iOS or Android device: *Instantly measure wind speed, direction, average & gusts from any …
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Boating SafetyMiscellaneous and Curious
Northern Marine’s Sinking Explanation
by Kurt Hoehneby Kurt HoehneNorthern Marine is placing the blame for the capsize and sinking of the yacht Baden during its launch on the ramp. According to the following press release, “the ramp carrying …
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Mark Yuasa reports in his fine blog of a 192 halibut caught off the south end of Whidbey Island by Ross Metcalf. Congratulations, Ross!
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Update: It turns out that the missing vessel Arctangent was not missing. The owners, Mr. and Mrs. Matt Nelson, moved the vessel to Florida. Our apologies to Mr. Nelson. …
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Boating BusinessPower Boating
NW Explorations and Grand Banks Offer Unique Purchase-for-Charter Program
by Kurt Hoehneby Kurt HoehneFor those who don’t know, NW Explorations created a niche for itself a long time ago with its “Mother Goose Cruises” that gave would-be adventurers the chance to cruise to …
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As Swiftsure Races go, this certainly wasn’t one of the worst and really was pretty good since we had wind, for the most part, and if you were on …
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AdventurePaddles, Oars and Boardsvideo
Our Team on the Great Pacific Race
by Kurt Hoehneby Kurt HoehneThe Great Pacific Race is a rowing race starts on June 7th in Monterey, California to Honolulu, Hawaii. The Pacific Northwest is well represented by Rebecca Berger and Leanne Zrum, …
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This one is painful, but especially so for the bowman who may think twice about straddling the bowsprit next time.
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Activities & EntertainmentThe Boat Guyvideo
Pat Cashman finds Chip’s Old Toys in the Tunnel
by Kurt Hoehneby Kurt HoehneAll in good fun to promote a Fathers Day/Seafair Kickoff event in Seattle.
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As they predicted, the front passed and the ridge is building. If we look at the same two place this morning where barometric pressure is reported, Forks and Bellingham, the …
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This could be a very interesting race because of the usual suspects: tide and wind. It maybe raining now (1100 hrs Friday) however that will pass shortly and we will …