NEW GEAR AND YACHTS
WinWin a 108ft cruiser-racer
New yachts from Annapolis show
New gear tested: A revolutionary four-speed winch design from Pontos

CRUISING
The Clipperton experiment: A bizarre expedition to a remote island in the Pacific
Close up with whales: How likely is it that you will hit a whale?
Bluewater Techniques: Sailing with poled out headsails

RACING
The Pofo factor: Why are these French racers so popular with cruisers?
Boat of the month: Pogo 3, thid-generation Mini Transat speedster
Five tips: Developing your polars

REGULARS
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Skip Novak
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