A Tale of Two Baja Ha-Has
A hard-core racer and neophyte sailor give their unique perspectives on this quirky Californian cruising rally

The Boatyard Shuffle
SAILING visits the experts for advice on choosing the best boatyard for your baby

Offshore Dreamin’
A couple make their coastal cruising dreams come true by fitting out a Mariner 31

Beating Around the Azores High
A coastal sailor’s transatlantic passage proves contrary, challenging yet rewarding

BOATS & GEAR
Gear
Antifouling paint

Perry on Design
Malö 37, Tartan 4300, Hallberg-Rassy 54, Alden 55

Boat Doctor
Re-attaching interior cabinetry and best bets for teak finishing

Technique
Freshwater plumbing

Boat Test
Beneteau 10R

Used Boat Notebook
Catalina 42

DEPARTMENTS

For Openers

Full & By
Cruising in tune, but not in touch, with the bottom

On the Wind
Nautical wackos need not call for help

Letters

Splashes
Smith and Railey earn a timepiece

Nautical Library
Ships of war on the Great Lakes and Steve Fossett’s record-breaking book

Launchings
New Boat: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i

The Wharf
Brokerage, charters and other sailing-related products and services