Latitude 38

Since we released our inaugural issue in 1977, Latitude 38 has embraced a distinctive lifestyle that sets it apart from other sailing magazines. While many have tried to replicate our success, none have succeeded. We’ve evolved from a quirky regional publication to a relaxed California staple and now serve as an “alternative” voice for sailors both in the U.S. and worldwide. The team at Latitude is committed to providing you with the most engaging content in the sailing community. People take to the water for various reasons—be it for adventure, relaxation, or simply to escape the daily grind. Those same motivations drive our readers to enjoy our magazine each month. If you're not out on the water, dive into our latest issue, crafted by our dedicated team and the many sailors and contributors who make sailing and reading Latitude an enjoyable experience.

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Delta Ditch Run to Delta Doo Dah

3 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

The 34th Delta Ditch Run from Point Richmond to Stockton is on this Saturday, June 7. Are you signed up? This iconic Bay Area sailing race attracts dozens of crews. This year’s registrations stand at 95 boats. Not a record, but still, that’s a lot of people and sails to watch on the Bay. Often starting in what appear as calm conditions, the past events have had their share of excitement.
Sarah Kraft on EntrepreneurSHIP and Sailing

3 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

This week we chat with Sarah Kraft about juggling sailing with running a business. Sarah is a Hobie 16 world champion and WASZP sailor who’s the co-founder and CEO of Koil, the AI Reddit for Teens.
A Tip On Researching Documented Vessels

3 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

On Monday we shared a story about the Formosa 51 Fair Seas. While the boat is now enjoying life as a centerpiece bar in The Kraken, a restaurant in Tonga, its owner is interested in learning more about its history. Reader and regular Latitude contributor John “Woody” Skoriak sent us his tip on how to find the information. “When all else fails, one of the most effective ways to gather information is through a US Coast Guard vessel documentation search.
June 4, 2025 - Latitude38

4 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant |John “Woody“ Skoriak

Hydrovane is your best crew member: an independent self-steering windvane and emergency rudder/steering system … ready to go! Yes — it’s true, I received my US Coast Guard 50-ton master’s inland license just a few weeks ago, making me a newly minted captain. Hold the applause, thanks. I’m not saying you have to call me Cap, but I am saying that you could, if you wanted to.
Foreign Flagged Cruisers Have to Pay-up in Washington State

5 days ago | latitude38.com | John Arndt

Arnstein Mustad has sailed thousands of miles delivering sailboats, but finds, once again, there’s always more to learn. He’s helping the owner of a foreign-flagged Oyster 66 sail to the Pacific Northwest and has discovered Washington state requires a special permit for foreign vessels. Cruisers confront all kinds of unique local rules, regulations and fees as they travel the world, but it seems unusual to find new fees as you move from state to state in the US.
Another Puzzle for Latitude Nation Readers To Solve

5 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

Here’s a cute and interesting new puzzle for our sleuthing readers to solve. Well, not actually a “puzzle” as such, but a question of its origins, what it’s made of, and, for good measure, what kind of bird this item is meant to represent. Reader John Dukat presented us with the photos and the information he does have. “One of our members passed away recently, and among the donated items was this ivory carving. “At first I thought it was an albatross, then shifted over to a tropicbird.
Solo Transpacific Adventure Starts With Voyage South

5 days ago | latitude38.com | Christine Weaver

On Thursday, May 29, Christopher Rusin departed from his homeport of Blaine, WA, on a solo delivery of his Westsail 32, InnFall, south through the Salish Sea and on down the coast to the Bay Area. His next destination after that: Hanalei Bay on the north shore of Kauai, HI. He’s among the three entries from the Pacific Northwest (two from Washington and one from British Columbia) signed up to start the Singlehanded Transpacific Yacht Race on June 21.
June 2, 2025 - Latitude38

6 days ago | latitude38.com | John Arne Riise |John Arndt |Christine Weaver |Monica Grant

Receive emails when 'Lectronic Latitude is updated. SUBSCRIBEMay is the month for California Offshore Race Week (CORW) starting with the Spinnaker Cup from San Francisco Bay to Monterey Bay. The S.F. Sea Scout whaleboat 'Viking' lost her rudder during last weekend's Master Mariners Regatta. It has since been found and returned to base. The Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival invites you to step into the enchantment — and into the pages of your favorite sea-bound tales.
California Offshore Race Week Starts With the Spinnaker Cup

1 week ago | latitude38.com | John Arndt

California Offshore Race Week kicks off the West Coast ocean racing circuit each spring — the Spinnaker Cup to Monterey, the Coastal Cup to Santa Barbara, and the SoCal 300 to San Diego. Crews enjoy long downwind legs and plenty of sunshine, and each YC rolls out the red carpet for the finishers. As this missive goes to press, the third leg is underway. Andy Schwenk tells the tale from the decks of Sir Edmund.
Start the Weekend With the June Issue of 'Latitude 38'

1 week ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

May is the month for California Offshore Race Week (CORW) starting with the Spinnaker Cup from San Francisco Bay to Monterey Bay. The S.F. Sea Scout whaleboat 'Viking' lost her rudder during last weekend's Master Mariners Regatta. It has since been found and returned to base. There’s something undeniably enchanting about the sight of a wooden boat gliding across the harbor — its gleaming varnish, timeless silhouette, and the silent suggestion of a thousand stories held within its hull.