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Under the Caribbean Sun • There’s something magical about the colors of the Caribbean, and though the impossibly turquois water is perhaps the most famous example, we challenge you to find a view as peaceful as a firey sunset paired with the first lick of evening breeze after a long day on the water.

The Vagabonds of Watauga Lake • In small boats on an Appalachian lake, friends find sailing and healing go hand in hand.

SAIL wins big at Annual Boating Writers Award • SAIL magazine takes 11 awards, winning five of 16 categories, at the annual Boating Writers International writing contest.

Eight Bells: Patience Wales • The woman who led SAIL magazine “during the time of the boys’ clubs” and was a two-time circumnavigator has died.

Daniel Hays and Sparrow • An “old man” and the boat he took to sea.

Cruising Tips

A Marshall Cat Takes on the R2AK • Racing an 18-foot catboat to Alaska solo, SAIL Technical Editor Adam Cove ups the adventure ante.

Racing News: Welcome to New York—We’ve Been Waiting For You • The IMOCA fleet returns to the United States this month ahead of the Vendée Globe.

Airmar DST810 Smart Multisensor • Brand New Plus Tried & True

Jeanneau Yachts 55 • With its new 55, Jeanneau dares to think differently about monohull sailing and living.

HH44-SC • With hybrid electric power as the design driver, the new HH44-SC focuses on sustainable sailing.

How Cole Brauer Captured The World • RACING SENSATION COLE BRAUER’S CIRCUMNAVIGATION SHOWCASED OFFSHORE SAILING LIKE NEVER BEFORE.

Searching for Farley • A LITERARY PILGRIMAGE MAKES FOR A NOVEL CRUISE OF NEWFOUNDLAND.

Home is the Sailor • High in the Montana mountains, famed circumnavigator Robin Lee Graham finds family, fun, and peace.

Father Watch, Son Watch • MARKING BIG TRANSITIONS IN LIFE, A FATHER AND SON JOIN THE CLIPPER RACE THROUGH THE ROARING FORTIES AND HAVE “A BLOODY GOOD ADVENTURE.”

Solar Updates • Technology advances, from panel construction to voltage regulation, are making onboard solar better than ever.

Radio Active • Are VHFs still relevant? Absolutely, so put aside that cell phone and refresh your radio skills.

Anchoring Angst • On charter, sticking yourself to the ground is an art mastered by few.

Troubleshooting—When It’s Worth It