Published on March 2nd, 2026
For one week each winter, the famed Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami becomes the epicenter of the sailing world. Olympians meet amateurs on the dock. America’s Cup veterans share weather notes with rising talent. You cannot ... Read More →
Published on March 4th, 2026
“All those who believe in psycho kinesis, raise my hand.” – Steven Wright Providing “insight” since 1997, the Curmudgeon’s Observation has been a hallmark of the Scuttlebutt Newsletter which delivers a digest of major sailing news, ... Read More →
Published on March 4th, 2026
The 2019 Strategic Review into Women in Sailing explored gender balance and made a case for change to address disparities within the sport. The report identified nine recommendations to balance the playing field, and six years ... Read More →
Published on March 4th, 2026
Prominent boating supporter Robert B. Kieding, 88, passed away February 16, 2026 in Santa Barbara, CA. Born in Evanston, Illinois, Bob began sailing an 8’ single-handed pram at the age of eight, and never looked back. ... Read More →
Published on March 4th, 2026
It was 2024 when SailGP global league held its first Canadian event in Halifax, but after not including the nation in 2025, the fleet returns June 20-21. However, as the province is enduring significant budget cuts ... Read More →
Published on March 4th, 2026
The 2026 O’pen Skiff North American Un-Regatta will be on March 20-22 in San Diego, CA. While the Class has proven to be an excellent alternative to the Optimist and other prams for the youth sailor, ... Read More →
Published on March 4th, 2026
The Olympic Truce is a tradition originating from ancient Greece that dates back to 776 BC, and is intended to secure safe passage for athletes during the Games and, in the long term, promote the idea ... Read More →
Published on March 3rd, 2026
“99% of lawyers give the rest a bad name.” – Steven Wright Providing “insight” since 1997, the Curmudgeon’s Observation has been a hallmark of the Scuttlebutt Newsletter which delivers a digest of major sailing news, commentary, ... Read More →
Published on March 3rd, 2026
Photographer Cory Silken provides us with a computer monitor calendar for March 2026. Click here to open the image, then put your cursor over it, right click to open the drop down menu and indicate you ... Read More →
Published on March 3rd, 2026
When America’s Cup defenders began bidding out the hosting rights, local loyalty has not been universal. San Francisco didn’t get what they paid for in 2013, Bermuda wanted more than only 2017, COVID cheated Auckland in ... Read More →
Published on March 2nd, 2026
Life can get in the way of sailing, but Richard Joules found a way back in: I was introduced to sailing in the Bahamas as a five-year-old – 56 years ago. That start in my sailing ... Read More →