SpinSheet Archives

New challenges bring learning, fun, joy

July 30th, 2026

by Kim Couranz, SpinSheet It’s great to work hard, figure things out, and find success. Imagine, you’ve sailed in the

July 5th, 2026

by Kim Couranz, SpinSheet “I don’t know.” On the surface, those may seem to be three of the hardest words

May 2nd, 2026

The 2026 Kentucky Derby saw winner Golden Tempo make an epic rally from far back, and while that might work

May 2nd, 2026

by Kim Couranz, SpinSheet magazine I grew up as a crew member, first as a tween on big boats and

March 26th, 2026

What does it take to make your boat and crew race-ready and as safe as possible for your first ocean

March 26th, 2026

by Molly Winans, SpinSheet “When in doubt, don’t go out.” When I heard about the Sierra Nevada avalanche on February

December 29th, 2025

by Robert Beringer, SpinSheet So, what’s in a name? Well, for a boat it’s everything; those letters you see affixed

December 29th, 2025

by Kim Couranz, SpinSheet It’s New Year’s Resolution time. Getting healthier and sailing smarter and faster are two resolutions I’m

November 21st, 2025

Have you ever considered getting your captain’s license? Here are some of the many reasons a sailor or powerboater might

September 30th, 2025

by Jay Smith, SpinSheet There’s a special allure to discovering a sailboat that has navigated the Chesapeake Bay for decades,