Category: Sailboats and Sailing

A Watchmaker Sponsors a New Classic Yacht Regatta

The Richard Mille Cup, a England-to-France regatta, includes challenging conditions, vintage yachts and an under-30 crew.
Talking With Kirsten Neuschäfer, the First Woman to Sail and Win the Golden Globe

Kirsten Neuschäfer talks about winning the nonstop, round-the-world Golden Globe race and the possibility of another circumnavigation.
Buddy Melges, American Sailing Champion, Dies at 93

A product of a Wisconsin lake region, he was the first sailor to win both Olympic gold and sailing’s top prize, the America’s Cup. And his colleagues revered him.
Jeff Bezos’ New Yacht, Koru, Is Finally Ready to Set Sail

Amazon’s founder has been spotted on Koru, a massive schooner with a design that evokes the golden age of sailing in the early 20th century.
Search Halted for 3 Americans Missing Off the Mexican Coast

Kerry O’Brien, Frank O’Brien and William Gross, who were sailing aboard the Ocean Bound, were last heard from near Mazatlán, Mexico, on April 4.
Hold Tight and Plan to Get Soaked

At Les Voiles de St. Barth Richard Mille, the geography can lead to some hair-raising sailing.
Brotherly Love Has Its Limits When Sailing

Greg and Todd Slyngstad are racing in different boats but are scheduled to compete in the same class at Les Voiles de St. Barth. Don’t ask which one is better.
A Sailboat Race With a French Flair

Les Voiles de St. Barth Richard Mille is a combination of high-end fun on shore and drama on the water.
Sailboat Crew Rescued After Hitting Whale in Pacific Ocean

The New York Times – Travel:
After the collision in the Pacific Ocean this month, Rick Rodriguez and three other sailors were rescued by a fellow boater, with an assist from a satellite internet signal.
The Cycling Champion Who Doesn’t Have to Win to Be Satisfied

The New York Times – Sports:
Ashton Lambie set a world record in individual pursuit 16 months ago. Winning was great, he said, but now he just wants to explore.
John Jaso Gave Up Baseball to Enjoy Life on a Boat

The New York Times – Travel:
John Jaso walked away from Major League Baseball at 34, potentially leaving millions of dollars on the table. The sea was calling.
The Beauty of Expiration-Date Dating

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Falling for someone who’s leaving can be surprisingly liberating (and so much fun).