June 2010

2010 June 1

Features

Crazy 'bout a Mercury
Classic lines, sprightly sailing characteristics and a loyal following have kept this one-design popular for 70 years

High Adventure in Low Water
Old friends journey by catboat into the heart of the Florida Everglades

Oh, the People You Will Meet
A sailor finds pleasure in meeting a cast of characters during a summer of charter sails

Lazy Day Cruising
A last-minute cruise of the Southern California coast is anything but hurried

Boats & Gear

Perry on Design
Triak, Scandinavian Cruiser 20, Alerion Sport 33

Boat Doctor
Installing a carbon monoxide detector and splicing sheets

Gear
Anchors

Technique
Anchoring etiquette and the S-turn jibe

Boat Test
Weta
Rustler 24

Departments

For Openers

Full &?By
Colorful experiences found when sailing in black and white

Letters

On the Wind
Need a refit of the soul? Sailing provides the needed restoration

Splashes
Schooners take the cup

Nautical Library
Two on a boat and the joys of simple sailing

Launchings
New Boat: Hobie Tandem Island

The Wharf
Brokerage, charters and other sailing-related products and services