Kimball Livingston
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For Races on the Water, These Yachts Have Pit Crews
It takes sailmakers, carbon specialists, hydraulics experts and workers “who can do anything” to keep these boats in racing shape. And don’t forget the chef.
With Foils, the Flying Nikka Is a Boat That Can Indeed Fly
If the wind is right, this new Maxi can rise on its foils and sail above the water, reducing the drag that slows other boats.
Hold Tight and Plan to Get Soaked
At Les Voiles de St. Barth Richard Mille, the geography can lead to some hair-raising sailing.
In the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, How Does the Crew Sleep?
Not well. No one gets a full night’s sleep, and there is no guarantee of a dry bunk. One sailor said, “Do I want to...
Sarah Douglas Wants Another Shot at Sailing in the Olympics
She’s the strategist for Canada’s SailGP team. In Tokyo in 2021, she missed winning a medal and can’t wait to try again.
At the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, J-Class Yachts Are Back
These majestic boats, which were abandoned before World War II, are on the water again, built using old designs.
Pamala Baldwin Would Rather Be Sailing
The owner of Liquid has her young crew out on the water early to get things right. The key to winning, she said, is hard...
You, Too, Could Be Sailing in the Sydney Hobart
Nonprofessional sailors, with some training, can land berths. Or pay for them.