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October 2009

2009 October 1

Features

Years After the Globe
One of the most grueling around-the-world races began with one man: Sir Robin Knox-Johnston

A Traveling Paradise
Exploring the lush and exotic islands of Thailand is better savored from a charter boat

Cruising New Zealand's Playground
A charter down under offers a glimpse at the beauty of the Bay of Islands and the rugged coast beyond

Chartering Antigua
Sailing is just the start to a memorable Caribbean cruise

Sailing to Dive For
Sail Caribbean, which runs a dive rendezvous for charter boats, turns 30

The Family that Sails Together
Author Nick Hayes attempts to figure out why fewer people are sailing

Boats & Gear

Perry
Grand Soleil 46, Runnalls 39, Hallberg-Rassy 310

Boat Doctor
What sheets are best for an A-sail

Gear
Marine laptops

Technique
Packing spinnakers

Boat Test
Catalina 445

Departments

For Openers

Full &?By
Mr. Hands-on Sailor meets his destiny-pass the bleach

Letters

On the Wind
There is no age limit on stupid sailing stunts

Splashes
Super Macs, super slow

Nautical Library
"Adventures in Paradise" revisited and fast forecasting

Launchings
Remembering Tom Neill

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