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  Andrew Bedwell’s Transatlantic Crossing Ends Before It Begins

  (pbo.co.uk) – A few weeks ago Cruising Compass reported on Andrew Bedwell’s dream, the Big C Atlantic Challenge, which was to sail a record setting small boat (3 ...

  On June 2, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Survey of the Week

  Before reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your thoughts and experiences with the Cruising Compass family.   Do ...

  On May 17, 2023 / By George Day
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  John Stobart Has Passed, Age 93

  (mvtimes.com) – One of the most renowed maritime artists, John Stobart died this past March. He was 93 years old. He developed a passion for ships and the ...

  On May 11, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Waves at Sea

  (bluewatermiles.com) – This article asks at what size do waves become trouble for your boat. Knowing wave characteristics will help you determine what will occur. Wind speed, wind ...

  On May 11, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Climate Connections Between Poles

  (insideclimatenews.org) – Scientists are studying the climate connection between polis and are learning that it may be driven by wind rather than ocean currents. As the glaciers melt ...

  On May 11, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Portable Fire Extinguishers

  Steve D’Antonio in waterwayguide.com explains the classification of portable fire extinguishers. He provides information on what is in each category and which ingredients can be harmful if in ...

  On May 11, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Yacht Delivery Skipper/Sailmaker to Cross Atlantic in a One Meter Sailboat

  (Yorkshire Post) – Andrew Bedwell, 49 was looking for a big challenge to complete before he turns 50. After reading about Hugo Vihlen who crossed the Atlantic 30 ...

  On May 4, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Maine Boatyard News

  Mainescoast.com has a wrap-up of what is going on in boatyards along the Maine coast. New boats and refits, from daysailers to lobsterboats its busy in the boatyards ...

  On April 6, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Ocean Race Launches Metaverse Experience

  The Ocean Race launched a metaverse experience pilot today with Virtual Regatta and Accenture (NYSE: ACN) to engage fans and businesses in a new way with the world-renowned, ...

  On April 6, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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  Ocean Race Launches Metaverse Experience

  ALICANTE, Spain, PARIS and NEW YORK; March 28, 2023 – The Ocean Race launched a metaverse experience pilot today with Virtual Regatta and Accenture (NYSE: ACN) to engage fans ...

  On April 3, 2023 / By Sandy Parks