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THE YACHTING LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE | MARCH 2021

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THE YACHTING LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE | MARCH 2021

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SPRING FORWARD By Kate Calamusa This collection of goods and gear is here to help you weather the transition aboard, with ultra-portable tech, layer-friendly fashion, and super savvy storage picks so you can pack it all up with ease—and cast off whenever the water calls your name.

Departments 14

From the Helm

Tight Lines

Making Waves:

On Watch

News + Nautical Notes

60 Ask Nigel

In Memoriam

International Ports of Call

New! The Current

Racing Sheet

Pearl’s Picks

Hoppy Hour

Arrivals

New! Bon Voyage

Broker’s Best

New! Below Deck

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I grew up on farm. Well, not really a “farm farm,” but we had a horse, some ducks and chickens, a goat or two, and some llamas. Our home was near Martha last Lake, In Schelleen the deepest, darkest days of quarantine year, Rathkopf which is just 20 miles my husband bought a boat.north Not the boat of of downtown our dreams—no, that one features Seattle.enough Today, the get-up-and-go to pull kids behind on tube,le, but area is considered a suburb of aSeatt back then, with pastures andaanimals running giggling as they bounce across frothy wake; about,upholstered it was the deep inon our minds. a plush, benchcountry to curl up and My Mom felt strongly that all her watch the sunset over the Olympic Mountains;animals should have water to play in and she and, in my ultimate fantasies, a deck spacious always had a kiddy pool set up just for the enough to house a BBQ to cook the catch we of get animals. When my Dad suggested thea day. Instead, it was an inflatable, four-person boat (so we could play, too), I remember that she too keenin on idea at ﬁSUV rst. dinghy that wasn’t we could throw thethe back of the With twoon adults andbody four of kids, where were and get out whatever water we could the goats supposed sit?6 and 2. find with our two kiddos, to ages We eventually got the boat. Though the And that’s what we did, piling in picnic provisions farm animals weren’t invited, my Mom evenand setting off to watch and pelicans pluck fishthe from tually came around she enjoyed time a lake in Oregon; ourthe fishing andof on the water a grabbing lot. During pastpoles couple sleuthing a spotdownright to practice tumultuous casting into the Puget crazy and months, I’ve been a lot about farm, my Sound; tying thinking up along the shore andthe lazing in the family, the long summer days when we kids sun as the kids tossed stones plink-plonk-splash would leave the house in the morning and into the water. That simple, little boxed-up-boat hear our Mom saying, “Be home before dincame to mean much to us. Itquickly brought slammed us the ner!” as thesoscreen door pleasure of getting out into the positively glorious shut behind us. Those were the days. Fast forward 40plus years and here we are. Mask wearing, sanitizer carrying communities with a new layer of angst due to a systemic imbalance of social equality that permeates all corners of the globe. When we kids would bicker or we were upset about something, my Mom would often say, “Treat each other how you want to be treated,” and that generally did the trick; whatever the circumstance.

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Many of us have been through the ringer in recent months, carrying on as best we can in a whirlpool of social unrest and tension. Our kids have participated in virtual graduation ceremonies. The Pacific Northwest’s best summer rendezvous and sailboat racing events, like Race Week, are cancelled. We’ve missed and our Sound our that friends surrounds us,hanging the peaceout andon serenity boats. Yet, July has arrived and finding some provided by the lapping water, and the chance for water to play in (whether on a SUP board, a littlecanoe, adventure in every cove. kayak, luxury yacht, sail, fishing or ski I think feelingsas areanwhat many boat) is asthose important ice attract cube insoyour sweet tea. of us to yachting here in Northwest, that sense of To inspire your water and pursuits, you’ll endless possibility, freedom, excitement we find that there is something for everyone all feel at the helm. Boating is life and we here at inside these pages. You’ll read about NorthNorthwest Yachting sure think it’s a lifestyle west Yachting columnist Margaret Pommert, worth celebrating. who was recently awarded the 2020 Boat As I step here as editor Association this month, US Nationalaboard Women’s Sailing Leadership intoWomen's Sailing for we’re looking glorious spring onAward the horizon excellence inhelp enriching the of women with finds to you prep forlives the season ahead, (pages 22 &from 51). super Margaret is an inspiration everything portable tech devices to for all women in the marine industry who layer friendly fashion (page 46). Also in these strive to make inroads in equality. We’ll also pages: takes usRegatt on ana, take youColumnist into the Mark worldYuasa of Virtual of Sekui to find the Chinook a exploration sailboat racing program (aswinter featured on this month’s cover and onpreviews page 54) has (page 56); Doug Hansen thethat upcoming some ofrace the area’s sailors sailing seasonmost (pagecompetitive 66); and we’re saying engaged and inspired. Missy Gervais shares cheers to our favorite nautically inspired beers, all a feature about medical evacuation insurfrom Northwest craft breweries (page 70). ance and other emergency considerations I hopeabout this issue, andcruising all the ones to come, to think when (page 60) and inspire you to cast off from the dock explore— we introduce you to the Cantius 46and and the whether are New a seasoned sailor, a master Melges 15you in our Arrivals section (page 34) and so much more.fanatic, or a boating yachtsperson, a fishing Now is a really good timevery to spend enthusiast looking to upgrade soon, time with your quarantine family or a couple of like myself. (I’ll take the Maritimo M55 on your close friends and play on the water while page 36, much.) is warm. And the days arethank longyou andvery the breeze while you’re out there, treat others as you’d Bontovoyage! like be treated, and remember to be home before dinner! —Schelleen Rathkopf Kate Calamusa

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After Heroic Relaunch, American Magic’s Prada Cup Run Ends Early

Despite returning in time for the semifinals just days after enduring a disastrous capsizing that nearly sank their racing yacht, the American Magic team bowed out early from the Prada Cup tournament in New Zealand after losing to Italy’s Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team on January 30. As a result, the U.S. team, representing the New York Yacht Club, will not compete in the 36th America’s Cup race this month against the defending champions, Emirates Team New Zealand. The loss ends a dramatic series of events for the American Magic team’s AC75 hydrofoil monohull Patriot, which had suffered serious damage in a crash on January 17 during a round robin race in Auckland’s Waitemata Harbor. During a tacking maneuver on the final mark, a sudden gust of wind struck the boat, causing it to pitch upward, heel over, and slam down on its port side. While no one was injured in the capsizing, the impact punched a hole in the hull just ahead of Patriot’s port hydrofoil arm, nearly sinking the boat. With help from the New Zealand Coast Guard and many of the competing crews, Patriot was saved and returned to American Magic hangar for emergency repairs. After some feverish patchwork occurring day and night over the next nine days, Patriot re-emerged on the water in time for the semifinals. However, the boat failed to win any of its four races against the Luna Rossa team. Terry Hutchinson, skipper and executive director of the American Magic team, remained upbeat despite the setback. “We need to recognize the heroic effort by everybody in the Auckland community that came forward to rescue Patriot from despair,” he said at a post-crash press conference. “They were spectacular. When you think about that family, our sailing community, it was awesome to see the show of support.” At press time, the INEOS Team UK and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli were set to face off on February 22 to determine the winner of the Prada Cup, which will then take on New Zealand’s team for the 2021 America’s Cup to be held March 6-21.

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Volvo Penta to Release Joystick Controlled Docking System

This spring, one of the most difficult and delicate yachting maneuvers—docking—may get a little easier with a new GPS-based joystick system being offered by Volvo Penta. The company’s Assisted Docking system debuted in January at the virtual CES show to much maritime fanfare for its ability to automate the process and compensate for unpredictable docking variables, such as tide, wind speed, and currents. The module’s new software makes it easier to move the boat in a straight line or maneuver in close quarters by calculating how these conditions can impact drive angles. “Joystick-controlled docking systems have been around a while,” said Larry Lougheed, service manager of Seattle’s Coastal Marine Engines. “But this self-docking unit, which uses GPS for positioning, is totally new.” The docking system can also be installed as an upgradeable option for Volvo Penta IPS-equipped boats, as well as a retrofit for IPS boats, which the company said will require a software upgrade and a new antenna. The updated software merges Volvo Penta’s Dynamic Positioning System with a “human-machine interface” (HMI), providing control of a boat’s electronics, engine, propulsion, sensors, and navigation through a joystick. The enhanced control will make it easier to keep the craft standing still, rotate around a fixed point, and adjust alignment with micro-repositioning. While the system will not be fully automatic, it will provide added stability and fine-tuning of a captain’s joystick docking commands to keep the boat on course.

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Yannick Bestaven Wins Ninth Vendée Globe In the most competitive finish in Vendée Globe history, Yannick Bestaven, the French skipper of Maître Coq IV, was named the overall winner of the ninth edition of the race after sailing around the world in 80 days—plus 3 hours, 44 minutes, and 46 seconds, to be exact. A total of three boats crossed the finish line on the final day, all within a span of about 8 hours. The final time of Maître Coq IV’s late January finish, at Les Sables d’Olonne in France, was shortened by about 10 hours to compensate for Bestaven’s search-and-rescue efforts for fellow sailor Kevin Escoffier, off the coast of South Africa in late November. Escoffier’s IMOCA-class boat, the PRB, suffered catastrophic hull damage and sank on the race’s 22nd day, requiring the skipper to escape safely on a life raft. A total of four skippers were called to assist in Escoffier’s rescue, including Bestaven, and all were compensated for the extra time required. The adjusted time eventually placed Bestaven 2 hours and 31 minutes ahead of second-place finisher Charlie Dalin and 6 hours and 40 minutes ahead of Louis Burton, who took third place. Citing the reason for his victory in the Vendée Globe, which featured a record high field of 33 skippers, Bestaven said his main quality was “stubbornness,” which he also described as his main flaw. The race was the winning skipper’s first navigation through the treacherous southern Indian Ocean, where he excelled, taking the third-place spot at Australia’s Cape Leeuwin. Bestaven later took the lead around Cape Horn, but faced slack winds off southern Brazil, which shortened his lead time. He fought back while making good time past the Azores and was able to accelerate toward the western coast of France ahead of a low-pressure system. Bestaven’s illustrious career has spanned 20 years, with a victory in the 2001 Mini Transat and two wins in the Transat Jacques Vabre. In the 2008 Vendée Globe, however, he was forced out of the race within the first 24 hours after his boat was dismasted on the Bay of Biscay. 26

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Meet Exhibitors, Take a Tour at the NYBA’s Boats Afloat Open House this Month After the success of their September installment, the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association (NYBA) is offering another Boats Afloat Open House this month on March 19-21 to connect boating enthusiasts and expert exhibitors. In keeping with the social distancing protocols, the association is encouraging attendees to hop online prior to the weekend event. There, you can peruse the immense collection of new and used sail and powerboats—all offered at special boat show pricing—and then schedule a personal tour with an exhibitor of choice. Tours are available from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, and then 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; for more info, to schedule a tour, or to explore the Open House exhibitors and inventory, visit boatsafloatshow.com. Photo by Hero Creative / Diana Bartos

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BoatUS Celebrates Recreational Victories in 2020 While most of us have a dim view of 2020, the Boat Owners Association of the United States (BoatUS) celebrated the new year by recognizing some notable accomplishments, in spite of the general lockdown gloom. The organization took part in a number of debates and helped foster legislation in 2020 concerning recreational boaters across the country, from environmental restoration programs to the handling of the Covid-19 pandemic in state waters. One highlight was the reauthorization of the Sport Fish Restoration Program, a user-pay/user-benefit program providing education programs, fishing and conservation efforts, boating access sites, and law enforcement by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. BoatUS’s lobbying efforts to save key parts of the government fishing restoration program will continue. Other environmental causes taken on by BoatUS included the Water Resources Development Act and the Great American Outdoor Act. By promoting the greater awareness of the impact of recreational boating on water resource conservation, BoatUS advocated for setting aside funds targeting the need to improve boating navigation for smaller harbors. The group also worked with the Outdoor Recreational Roundtable to secure up to $9 billion to support national parks and public lands over the next five years.

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Meet the New Owners: Dan & Lisa Krier of Marine Servicenter Congratulations to Dan and Lisa Krier on the recent purchase of Marine Servicenter from founders Jim and Jeanna Rard. Dan is no stranger to Marine Servicenter, he has been the vice-president of sales & marketing for the company under the Rards’ ownership for over 21 years. The Kriers were presented the opportunity to purchase as the founders plan to retire from the company they started in 1977. Marine Servicenter has been the Jeanneau North American Dealer of the Year three of the past five years (2016, 2019, 2020) and is on track to achieve this prestigious award in 2021 under the new leadership. The name will remain the same as “service” is the middle name of the company. With offices in both Seattle and Bellingham, Marine Servicenter is a proud dealer for Jeanneau, Lagoon, Island Packet, Blue Jacket, Seaward, and CNB Yachts. The company also focuses on the sale of used/ brokerage boats and has prime display moorage at their offices (marinesc.com). 28

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Eight Bells: Derek M. Campbell Known throughout the Pacific Northwest as a passionate sailor, an inspirational leader, and a formidable competitor, Derek M. Campbell passed away peacefully on Dec. 23, 2020, surrounded by his family, following a lengthy battle with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), a rare neurodegenerative disorder. He was 61. Derek’s illustrious sailing history includes campaigns ranging from dinghies to sleds. He was highly respected by world-class sailors for his successful effort to establish the 49er Fleet in Seattle and his participation with Scott Smith in the 1997 49er World Championship. He was also a highly proficient race program organizer, a dedicated crew member, a collaborative team player, and an accomplished helmsman on board numerous winning big boat programs in the Pacific Northwest. Derek was the 1973 OK Dinghy National Champion, but his true love for dinghies was the 505, in which he campaigned in numerous Continental and World championships. Despite graduating from the University of Washington in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in structural engineering, Derek ironically built a 30-year career doing almost everything other than structural engineering. Over time, he rose to program management and chief engineer positions at Boeing, where he managed several complex Department of Defense and commercial projects. His career involved multi-national travel to Ireland, Italy, South Africa, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and locations across the United States. Derek’s charismatic leadership fostered successful professional business teams and maximized the skills and capabilities of every team member. Soccer was also a big part of Derek’s life. He spent decades competing with multiple men’s soccer teams, often playing more than three days a week. Derek paid his enthusiasm forward by coaching Ballard Youth Soccer teams for more than 10 years, again building successful programs, helping young people realize their goals and develop their passions. “When he was showing me his first 505 in the garage of his Greenlake 30

rental, he was finishing the rigging process,” said longtime friend Craig Leweck, editor and publisher of Scuttlebutt. “To me, it looked like a beautiful spaceship. Little did I know this was just the beginning of a life together sharing many ‘spaceships.’” Many of Derek’s close friends recall that they were always excited and happy to be sailing with him. “His infectious enthusiasm and optimistic outlook was only slightly overshadowed by his intelligence,” Leweck said. “A truly wonderful soul who enriches the lives of all who know him.” “Derek’s spirit will live with me and my family forever,” said his friend, Jay Renehan, an engineer at Boeing. “Derek was a person who made everyone better. Whether it was sailing dinghies or keelboats, on the soccer pitch, or coaching kids’ soccer, he got the best performance out of everyone.” Olympic sailor Charlie McKee described Derek as “an exceptionally well-rounded sailor,” and the “spark” that helped create 49er sailing in the U.S. “He would get a gleam in his eye; then, you knew he was going to make something happen. Knowing Derek, you knew it was going to be done right, and since he was involved, it was going to be fun. We are all fortunate to have been touched by him.” Derek had exhibited symptoms of MSA for more than 10 years, Leweck recalled, but the official diagnosis wasn’t made until August 2014. “By that time, some of the more aggressive symptoms were impacting him,” Leweck said, such as balance and motor skills. “As crappy as the disease was, Derek always maintained his fun disposition, sense of humor and appreciation for family, friends, and everyone helping him battle the disease’s symptoms.” Derek Campbell is survived by his loving wife Rana, daughter Kailey, and son Brent, who all shared Derek’s love of sailing and were active members in the Tasar Class boating community. He is also survived by his sister Carol Turek. Charitable donations made to the nonprofit group, Defeat MSA Alliance (defeatmsa.org), will be deeply appreciated by the Campbell family.

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Maritimo M55 Featuring extensive entertainment areas, the Maritimo M55 fuses the latest advancements in motoryacht technology with the iconic features of the M-Series of the past.

Released months ahead of its expected launch date, the Maritimo M55 luxury yacht has hit the American market, garnering great interest in expected sales. The M55 is the latest addition to the Australian company’s line of M-Series, long-range flybridge yachts, featuring a variable deadrise hull, a deep keel, and a sharp bow entry with a flattened progression aft. One of the key features of the M55 is the enclosed, climate-controlled flybridge “sky lounge,” which incorporates a pair of flybridge lounging areas that can be easily converted to additional sleeping berths if required. This internal flybridge includes opening skylights, internal stairs, and an aft galley accessible via walk-around side decks. These side decks 36

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deck space, with easy access to deep walk-through side decks. The upper cockpit is sheltered by the extended flybridge headliner, providing overhead protection in the alfresco area. An optional roll-down isinglass clear cover can provide 360-degree coverage for the deck space in inclement weather. The M55’s aft galley seamlessly connects to the upper cockpit deck and an enormous salon lounging area. Two-stage vista sliding windows can convert the salon to an indoor/outdoor configuration as needed, injecting light and air to the salon and flybridge.

Belowdecks, the M55 offers three spacious staterooms and two en suites, with a full-beam king in the master stateroom, an offset queen in the forward stateroom, and a twin single in the starboard guest stateroom. The lower companionway includes space for either combination or separate washer and dryer options. Using direct-shaft drive technology, the M55 is powered by standard twin Volvo Penta D11-670MHP engines, with an option to choose Scania or CAT engines up to 1,000 metric horsepower.

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Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 This sleek cruiser designed by Marc Lombard offers an innovative flared hull design, plus unrivaled deck volume and interior space for comfort at sea.

This 40-foot sailing cruiser follows in the wake of her elder sister, the Oceanis 46.1, with a new monolithic polyester contact hull design by Marc Lombard. The yacht offers unrivaled deck volume and interior space and is available in several different layouts, drafts, and rig options. On the outside, the Oceanis has a hull built for speed and is stiff under sail. The deck plan and spacious interior were drawn up by Nauta Design, and include many tasteful Italian accents, such as walnut or white oak options and Rovere Alévé parquet-type laminated floorboards. Large benches on the main deck seat up to six, with a fold-away table. Sails include a 373’ furling mainsail, a 290’ self-tacking jib, a 450’ classic 38

mainsail, and a 370’ furling genoa. The anodized aluminum mast is deck stepped, with an in-mast furling system and classic stainless steel, single-strand standard rigging. The solid wood cockpit features twin consoles with two stainless steel steering wheels, each with its own seat, plus a steering compass on the luxe polyester/wood cockpit table. Navigation equipment features B&G 4G Radar, a VHF H60 handset, an AIS500 transceiver, and a forward-scan sensor. The interior can be divided into a two-, three-, or four-cabin configuration, including a C-shaped galley to starboard that offers abundant of

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storage and spacious Compact Clay countertops. The galley also includes a stainless steel sink, a microwave oven, a 50-gallon icebox, and a gas stove with two burners. For climate control, the boat also has a 24,000-BTU air conditioner and a diesel air pulse heater. On the port side, the large salon includes a table, a removable bench, and a chart table at the foot of the companionway. The chart table is equipped with a multifunction touchscreen B&G Zeus³ (with GPS, chart plotter, chart reader, and Cartography Navionics Silver included). The flexible, modular design allows boaters to arrange customized living spaces. Several hull portholes and portlights let in a surprising amount of

natural light. Depending on the layout, the Oceanis can come with one or two heads, plus a shower with a Perspex door. The companionway is lined with laminated, molded wood with a non-slip coating, and covered by a saloon-type door and sliding hatch. The fully opening aft transom is convertible into a teak deck and swim platform, including a fixed, telescopic, stainless steel swimming ladder. When the wind is slack, the Oceanis can cruise back to port with a 45-horsepower Yanmar diesel engine.

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Specs & Info LOA 92’ · Beam 20’ · Min. Draft 5’ Tankage (Fuel/Fresh/Black) 2,750 gal. / 600 gal. / 200 gal. Contact Hampton Yacht Group Seattle, WA Pete Sponek 253.720.1917 hamptonyachtgroup.com

2004 West Bay Sonship 84 This beautifully customized yacht features four cabins, a spacious salon, and a fully equipped galley.

Named Arcturus, this magnificent West Bay SonShip is one of the most highly customized yachts ever produced from the factory. This yacht, moored in fresh water, has three staterooms with en suite heads, and can comfortably sleep six guests and two crewmembers. The spacious salon features a massive U-shaped sofa, a coffee table, built-in wine storage, and a full entertainment system. Also included is a wet bar, a customized glassware case, and an electric lift. Moving forward and up several steps is the galley that is open to the pilothouse and backs up to a large dining settee. The galley is equipped a full-sized Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, a Broan trash compactor, a Panasonic microwave, a Miele oven with a four-burner electric cooktop, and a Miele dishwasher. The pilothouse features a raised, L-shaped settee and table, Phantom roll screens, and built-in storage. On the flybridge, two West Bay-style helm chairs provide ample viewing, plus another L-shaped settee with a fixed table, a U-Line refrigerator/icemaker, and a built-in sink. The sleep accommodations are accessed via a curved companionway on the starboard/forward end of the pilothouse. The master is a full-beam stateroom located amidships, with a centerline king-sized berth, an office 40

desk, and a Samsung LCD TV. The VIP stateroom, with a queen-sized berth, is in the forepeak, and the guest stateroom, with side-by-side twin berths, is located on the port side between the master and VIP. All three staterooms have en suite heads with showers. The suite of navigation and electronics on board includes Furuno 6kW radar, a 12kW Navnet fish finder, and a PG 1000 heading sensor, along with three NES monitors, a Simrad AP 20 autopilot, ICOM IC-M602 VHF radio, and a KVH Azimuth 1000 digital compass. The vessel is powered by two 1,350-horsepower 12V2000 M90 MTU diesel engines, which provide a cruise speed in the 20 knot range and can top out at 27 knots. On the teak aft deck, there is a steering station with DDEC, thruster, and autopilot controls. Some other notable customized features aboard Arcturus include a modified pilothouse dining table to incorporate a table-top extension, along with a doubling of the width of the starboard-side buffet, and a boat deck reinforced and lengthened to support a 16-foot Boston Whaler Dauntless tender. The owners also installed a large deck freezer on the boat deck with a built-in DCS BBQ unit, a propane crab cooker, a customized rack to carry two Hobie pedal kayaks, and an extra-wide swim step.

2016 26’ Ocean Sport Legacy This long range vessel is fit for fishing and comfort with an intuitive cabin layout that features three separate sleeping areas. The sweeping lines of Ocean Sport’s newest addition, the Legacy 26, are eye-catching to every discerning boater or angler. The Legacy 26 is a rugged, long range vessel that is equally at home trolling for coastal salmon or going 60 miles out to stalk tuna. Thanks to its 200-gallon fuel capacity, faraway fishing grounds are always within reach. The interior boasts an intuitive cabin layout with three separate sleeping areas. A stand-up head is situated below decks. The helm is situated for an unobstructed 360-degree view. Electronics include a Garmin 7612 Plotter/Sounder/GPS unit, a Garmin VHF200, and Garmin GMI and Auto Pilot, as well as a Clarion radio. The compact galley includes a single-burner butane cooktop, a stainless-steel sink, and a mini refrigerator. All interior cabinetry and tables have been upgraded to a high-gloss finish and the dinette features a flip-up table extension and slide-out seats.

The roomy cockpit features a large, flush deck and an extended hardtop, which holds an Achilles Inflatable kicker, with a Yamaha 9.9-horsepower outboard and an IMC Easy Lift bracket. For anglers on board, the boat includes for Burnewiin stainless steel receivers, bin boards in the fish hold, and a circulating live baitwell. For added visibility, the Legacy 26 includes bow LED docking lights molded into the hull, plus two high-intensity LEDs under the gunnel cockpit. Other features include snap-on sliding curtains, an anchor windlass, two upgraded AGM 250-6 batteries, and a Webasto diesel 12,000 BTU furnace with a thermostat. A teak folding table can be found aft, along with a swim step, a stainless steel railing, and an aft helm with main controls. She is powered by a Volvo Penta D6 370-horsepower engine, with a recently upgraded dual Racor fuel filter. Although the boat was built in 2016, the engine has only 40 hours of use and runs like new.

Specs & Info LOA 26’9” · Beam 9’6” · Min. Draft 2’9” Tankage (Fuel/Fresh/Black) 200 gal. / 40 gal. / 15 gal.

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S P R I N G As the light lingers later in the day and the temps turn milder, the march towards spring has officially begun in the Northwest. However, that can be a slow shift indeed—those rare sunny afternoons interrupted by squalls, rain showers, or a combination of the two.

TECH ON DECK Whether finding your fish or filtering your water, these techy gadgets perform big, all the while taking up very little space on your boat. Luci Solar Bike Light Set Yes, this brand-new solar light from MPOWERD was designed with bicycles in mind, but is it handy to have aboard, too. The set can be attached to pretty much any bar, handle, or steering wheel via an adjustable silicon strap and provides up 100 lumens of eco-friendly light on those dark, dusky late afternoons. Rechargeable via either solar or USB, the headlight and tail light weigh less than a latte all together, so they won’t drag your bag or your boat down. $64.95 //mpowerd.com

Garmin quatix® 5 Multisport Marine Smartwatch Building on Garmin’s popular fēnix® 5 platform, this newer-model, multisport marine smartwatch connects with compatible Garmin chartplotters and other devices to stream data straight to your wrist, including speed, depth, temperature, and wind. Sleek, compact, and stylish, it also boasts advanced fitness features such as a wrist-based heart rate monitor and built-in activity performance metrics for water sports such as paddleboarding, kayaking, and canoeing. Don’t worry, you can also access all your emails, texts, and alerts, too, making this watch an all-in-one, all-star device. $509.99 // amazon.com

F O RWA R D Never fear. This collection of goods and gear is here to help you weather the transition aboard, with ultra-portable tech, layer-friendly fashion, and super savvy storage picks so you can pack it all up with ease—and go forth whenever the water calls your name. By Kate Calamusa

Spigot Portable Water Filtration System Forget lugging around gallons (and gallons) of water when you head out to sea: This newly redesigned system from Guzzle H2O attaches to just about any faucet you find at marinas, beaches, or campgrounds, and it filters out a wide range of chemicals—VOCs, chlorine, lead, mercury, bacteria, cysts, and microplastics—to give you perfectly-fresh drinking water. Super lightweight and portable, and designed and assembled in the USA, each kit comes complete with a pressure regulator, filter, nozzle, and hose keeper. $199 // guzzleh2o.com

Garmin STRIKER™ Cast Fishfinder Available from Fisheries Supply in Fremont, this snappy little castable device transforms your phone into a fishfinder, so you have one less thing to chuck in the tackle box. Compatible with Apple and Android devices, the STRIKER™ works with a free app to wirelessly stream sonar imagery of what is lurking below in colorful detail. With a castable range of up to 200 feet, it also works well in both the depths and shallows and has built-in Quickdraw Contours mapping so that you can save (and remember) precisely where you caught that whopper the next time you head out. $179.99 // fisheriessupply.com 47

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WELL FASHIONED Stock up on these fashion finds and footwear options—because spring boating means sporting waterproof layers, windproof layers, and maybe even a few whimsical layers just for good measure. Slam WIN-D Technical Shoe A favorite among both the sailing- and style-savvy, the WIN-D Technical Shoe from Italian brand Slam boasts a Vibram® sole to ensure excellent grip on wet and slippery surfaces, as well as over twenty drainage holes to ensure that if any water does get in there, it won’t stay for long. The upper is composed of a malleable combination of nylon, polyester and spandex, and this marina-to-market-ready style is available in black, grey, or navy. $159 // slam.com Helly Hansen W HP Foil Light Jacket This lightweight sailing jacket from Helly Hansen is one wonderful windbreaker, made with the brand’s signature Helly Tech® waterproof

performance fabric and durable, two-layer construction. The pack-away, color-contrast hood is also especially well-suited to our sunny-rainy-ohwait-sunny-again spring afternoons. $250 // hellyhansen.com Salmon Sisters x XTRATUF Mermaid Life Legacy Boot Waterproof, lightweight, comfortable, flexible: These cute boots from Alaska’s own Salmon Sisters (see page 32!) are fit for both land and sea. The slip-resistant chevron outsole provides excellent traction, while a triple-dipped shell protects against water, plus the hand-layered construction adds flex and strength at critical stress points. Be sure to fold down the top of the boot to give everyone a peek at that aquatic-themed mermaid lining! $150 // aksalmonsisters.com

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Kaenon Clarke Polarized Sunglasses Designed in California and handcrafted in Italy, the Kaenon Clarke sunglasses are super light and feature hyper-clear polarized lenses to cut down on that glare coming off the water. Finished with a premium coating that sheds oil, dirt, and water, this style comes in a particularly apt Pacific-inspired design. $209 // kaenon.com Maggie Lee Designs Compass Rose Collection Share your love of the sea with this charming collection of bracelets, pendants, earrings, and cufflinks from artisan Maggie Lee customized with the latitude and longitude of your most special place on the front,

and a personalized inscription on the back. Crafted in beautiful contrasting 14K yellow and white gold, or sterling silver, each piece can also be embellished with a royal blue sapphire, blue diamond, or other symbolic gem. Price varies // maggieleedesigns.com Columbia PFG Mesh Fish Flag Ballcap Pledge allegiance to the fish with this mesh flag ball cap from Portland’s own Columbia Sportswear; with a secure Flexfit® design, breathable mesh back, and a stretchy cotton-elastane fabric construction, these caps have drawn many fans for their comfort and style. $25 // columbia.com

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STOW AWAY Stash your stuff (and cut down on the time you spend schlepping it all at the dock) with these smart, savvy, water-repelling totables.

Filson x Nomar Mesh Go Bag Made in Homer, Alaska, by Nomar, the commercial fishing gear pioneers, this Filson collaboration was inspired by Nomar’s super-tough Brailer bag used to transport heavy loads of fish. This bright oversized orange tote is constructed from the same mesh fabric, with a no-drip, sea-tarp bottom that can handle just about anything—tackle boxes, rubber wellies, tie lines, even that catch of the day—as well as sturdy, wrap-around handles to help gather it all up. $75 // filson YETI Roadie® 24 Hard Cooler A fresh take on a tried-and-true YETI favorite, this newest cooler is 10% lighter in weight, holds 20% more snacks, and performs better 50

thermally than the brand’s preceding hard coolers. It’s slim enough to sit behind the driver’s seat in the car and then tuck in your vessel, and the 13-inch-interior is also tall enough to accommodate that all-important bottle of wine. $199 // yeti.com ugo™ Signature Collection Dry Bags One of our favorite finds from this year’s Seattle Boat Show, these nifty little zipper bags not only keep everything dry should they fall into the drink, they also float for easy retrieval. Available in several sizes that fit all your essentials (keys, wallet, your phone, even a tablet in the XL model). The Signature Collection items made in thermoplastic polyurethane are also UV, chlorine and saltwater resistant, and feature

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a clear peekaboo panel so you can operate your devices without ever unzipping the pouch. $129-$179 //ugowear.com Kavu Keyblur Where are the keys?! Never ask that question again, thanks to Kavu’s Keyblur pouch. Brought back by this Seattle brand due to popular demand, the Keyblur features a spring hook and snap closure to attach it to your belt or coat zipper—simply add your keys to the split nickel ring and tuck them into the mesh pocket for extra protection. (There’s also a zipper pouch on the back that is super handy for lip balm, change, and the like.) $12 // kavu.com

Filson Dry Sling Pack Fit for fly fishing on the river, or terrific toted aboard for a little extra protection on stormy days, this fully-waterproof pack from Seattle’s own Filson is constructed from heavy-duty, TPU-coated nylon and the same TIZIP ® zippers used in commercial diving dry suits. Designed in a teardrop shape, with a single extra-wide shoulder strap, it’s made to carry a day’s worth of gear, easily rotating to the front for quick access; external D-rings are also at the ready to attach your fishing nets, water bottles, and other gear. $235 // filson.com

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B ELOW D E CK BY ANDREW HOGE

Get Your Skin Onboard Stave off winter’s harmful effects with these essential skincare tips from local style expert—and new columnist—ANDREW HOGE.

Maintaining an effective skincare routine is a good rule of thumb for just about everyone, especially those who spend their days at sea and, honestly, it’s easier than ever to find cleansers, lotions, and serums on store shelves or at the click of a button. While having options is generally considered a good thing, it can be difficult for the skincare novice to find what works best for their skin type, not to mention the added care and attention required during the harsher winter months. Luckily there are three easy adjustments you can make to your routine so you don’t get left out in the cold. Not all sunscreen is created equal. Slathering on sunscreen in summer is a no-brainer, but it would behoove you to continue this precautionary measure during wintertime as well. The sun’s powerful ultraviolet rays—specifically the UVA and UVB variety—can cause skin damage and premature aging and are generally most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. If you believe you’re out of harm’s way during the winter and early spring months, think again. The season’s overcast skies can trap and intensify these rays while the water surrounding a boat can reflect them back at you. What’s a seafarer to do? Stock the cabin with sunscreen made with zinc oxide. This chemical is favored by dermatologists because it actually works to reflect the sun’s harmful radiation without producing a chemical reaction on your skin. Try the SheerZinc SPF 30 (dermaquestinc.com) or Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 (credobeauty.com) that comes in a range of tinted options. Don’t forget to give your lips some love with the Hydra Volume Lip Mask SPF 15 by Soleil Toujours (penelopeandthebeautybar. com) that features added plumping benefits. Hydrating is a form of good manners. The frigid, wind-whipped air leaves much to be desired when it comes to adequate hydration but the right moisturizer, along with a personalized and consistent skincare routine, can help maintain your moisture balance, reduce redness, and infuse your skin with additional nutrients. Try the 54

Lala Retro Whipped Cream from Drunk Elephant (drunkelephant.com) that features six luxurious oils. And if sustainability is top-of-mind, snag the Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer from Biossance (biossance. com); a company on a mission to create beauty products without harming the environment and animals. For a more indulgent experience, use a sheet mask—a longtime fixture in Korean beauty routines—that have exploded in popularity over the past several years; showing up everywhere from grocery store shelves to our Instagram feeds. Perhaps the most diverse selection of these nutrient-rich marvels in the Pacific Northwest can be found at K Banana (hellokbanana. com) in University Village in Seattle, where owner Liz Kang Yates offers over 100 sheet masks in her K-beauty boutique. Don’t hate, exfoliate. There are many reasons to exfoliate regularly; chief among them are clearer pores and increased cell turnover. Throughout winter, exfoliation can be exceptionally useful because removing dry, dead skin cells can allow your skincare products to penetrate deeper and become more effective. But gone are the days of gritty, ineffective salves, instead opt for a chemical exfoliant for more effective results. Seattle-based Bio-Therapeutic (biotherapeuticspa.com) offers the lightweight Aquafuse Foam Peel that gently exfoliates and removes pore congestion. Alternatively, try the highly effective Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel from Dr. Dennis Gross (drdennisgross.com), which utilizes five AHA/BHAs to lift away impurities, reduce oil, and even skin tone. A proper skincare routine requires some flexibility to evolve and adapt to our environment. Luckily, you can apply these simple tips and get that dry skin overboard. Andrew Hoge is a Seattle-based fashion, beauty, and lifestyle writer who covers the Pacific Northwest’s evolving style and cultural scene. Follow his perspective on Instagram at @andrewhoge.

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TI G H T LI N E S BY MARK YUASA

See You In Sekiu Columnist MARK YUASA on chasing the winter Chinook in the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The winter salmon fisheries are regarded as one of the best times to pursue resident Chinook in local marine waterways, but the 2021 season has painted a much different picture with dwindling fishing options. Central Puget Sound, located in sight of the Seattle skyline, shut down after just 18 days of fishing in January due to skyrocketing Chinook catch rates. That left the Puget Sound south of the Narrows Bridge as the sole choice (and those waters are a known ghost town for Chinook). But brighter days are on the horizon as Sekiu—a small, rural fishing community in the western Strait of Juan de Fuca—opens their door to winter Chinook opportunities from March 1 to April 30. Based on historical data, right now is the optimum time frame to bring your boat to Sekiu where schools of winter Chinook have a tendency to congregate from late winter through early spring. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife catch data during the 2019 season showed 312 legal-size hatchery winter Chinook caught in March and 568 in April; in 2018, 342 were landed in March and 118 in April. (Legal-size are hatchery chinook more than 22 inches long.) Salmon are lured into the western Strait to feed and fatten up on abundant schools of 3- to 4-inch candlefish and larger-sized 5- to 7-inch herring baitfish, so it’s not uncommon for anglers to catch winter chinook in the 8- to 13-pound range with a few hitting 20-plus pounds. The journey to the fishing grounds is a short boat ride from the floating docks surrounding Sekiu, and the key to success is locating baitfish schools—usually most concentrated around the sandy and rocky structured bottom. On an ebb tide, drop your fishing line just around the corner from the Sekiu breakwater at a place known as the “Caves” in 90 to 150 feet of water. The current will push you in a westerly direction toward Eagle Bay just off the Hoko River. Once you arrive at the bay, head back to the Caves and repeat the process or shorten it if the baitfish are concentrated in a 56

certain area. On a flood tide, head east of Clallam Bay to the Slip Point buoy. Here the drift will push your boat easterly toward Mussolini Rock and Cod Fish Bay. Try to stay in 90 to 175 feet of water, but again— it also depends on where the schools of baitfish are located. The eastern fishing boundary line is Low Point at mouth of the Lyre River to the mouth of the Sekiu River on the western edge. The most effective fishing technique is downrigger trolling with a variety of spoons, plugs, plastic squids, or bait like herring. Others prefer drifting or motor mooching with herring or jigging with a Point Wilson Dart or Buzz Bomb jigs. Working your presentation along drop-offs, underwater structure, and ledges where baitfish tend to congregate during a certain tidal movement is the key to success. Lastly, there’s no need to rush out for the daybreak bite and often the best fishing period is dictated by tides and location. If the fish bit at a certain time of the day, it’s likely they’ll bite again the following day, only an hour later. There are two main resorts at Sekiu—Olson’s (olsons-resort.com) and Van Riper’s (vanripersresort.com)—that offer all the amenities needed to fish, plus boat moorage, launch facilities, fuel, campsites, and accommodations. I’m planning on making the pilgrimage to this mecca for winter salmon fishing enthusiasts. I’ll see you on the water soon! Mark Yuasa is a longtime fishing and outdoors writer. Born and raised in Seattle, and a UW alum, Mark joined the Northwest Marine Trade Association in 2017 as the Director of Grow Boating Programs after 33 years at The Seattle Times. He also volunteers with the BSA Chief Seattle Council and National Order of the Arrow organizations, and enjoys fishing for salmon and other fish species in local waterways.

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Pickling Pot of Politics Murky waters: Columnist PETER SCHRAPPEN explores how a boating bill flows through the legislative process. As a political science major, I vividly remember the lesson from school that lawmakers fit into three tidy categories when they decide how they will vote on an issue. There’s the trustee model, the delegate model, and the politico model. As an undergrad, I found myself relieved just how tidy politics and lawmaking must be. That’s funny. While these archetypes exist in the classroom, lawmakers take a much more nuanced look to how they decide on bills. Hopefully, you know by now that bills are just ideas with a name associated with them that are part of the legislative process. As we go to print, 903 of these ideas, err bills, have been introduced in the first of the two-year legislative session. So, how in fact do lawmakers keep track of the different issues? Do they read every bill before they vote? (Answer: No.) Whom do they listen to? Let’s dissect these questions one by one. First, let’s define some terms. As taught in political science classes, the trustee model is the approach lawmakers take when constituents are not paying attention to specific issues. Think technical and non-controversial matters. The delegate model adopts the mindset that the lawmaker is a vessel for the constituents’ whims on areas where voters are paying attention. And then, there’s the politico model. This hybrid model means that lawmakers act like a trustee sometimes and a delegate other times. Clear as mud, right? Like with the rest of what was taught in the classroom with teachers who have never worked in politics, leave those notes behind as we enter into the twilight zone of legislative activity and success. Let’s use House Bill 1107 as an example, which would allow the state to sell permits to visiting boats put up for charter when a skipper is required. Rep. Mike Chapman, Democrat from the Port Townsend and Port Angeles areas, is the prime sponsor with Rep. Barkis, leading Republican (“Ranking Member”) when the bill be heard. Instead of the three type of lawmaker models, I would encourage you to think more around signaling 58

and tells. For signaling, focus on who is the prime sponsor. Are they in the majority party? Check. Are they in a district where constituents care? Yes. Which lawmaker signed the form as second on the bill? Is that person from the opposing party? Better be. Now, think about the chair of the committee. Ultimately, he or she must care enough about the measure to use the precious time (remember, time drives many decisions in Olympia) in that committee to hear the bill and to then move it out to the next step in the multi-layered legislative process. As I hit send on this column, this bill to sell permits has not moved out of the committee. Keep saying those rosaries. The prime sponsor will need the majority of the committee to support it to pass it along, but even with a majority if the vote is split, the issue can be seen as controversial (time suck) and lose the priority status needed. Plus, we need the chair of the committee’s support. If he doesn’t want to expose his colleagues to a bad vote or doesn’t personally care about this issue, it’s good night. Other higher profile, less time draining items will box out measures that suffer a split vote in committee. When it comes to who do legislators listen to, keep in mind that pressure exists from a variety of sources. Constituents back home, church members, family members, party leaders, donors, lobbyists, and colleagues who need something later in session are also possible voices. Add core values to the mix and combine all into a pickling pot of inner activity for the legislator. Sound like fun? Ha. As a lawmaker texted me, however, “This is the business we’ve chosen.” Peter Schrappen is Northwest Marine Trade Association’s Government Affairs Director and the Clean Boating Foundation’s Executive Director. Additionally, he serves on the boards of the Boating Safety Advisory Council, Washington Boating Alliance, and U.S. Superyacht Association.

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Lighten The Load It’s time for some spring cleaning: Expert NIGEL BARRON on how to keep your boat organized and functioning at its best. I’m confident that, at some point, the pandemic represents a number of pounds added to my waist. I’ve had to begrudgingly make some lifestyle changes to move in the right direction. The same is true of many boats. As we start to use our boats more, we often relax our cleaning and maintenance. So, our boats tend to get heavier. You could just raise the waterline to account for this, but all that does is mask a bigger issue. I’m a big advocate for keeping any boat, sail or power, as light as possible. In both cases, it increases efficiency. A light boat is a clean boat because you’re not collecting clutter. I like to think about picking the boat up, turning it upside down, giving it a good shake, and looking closely at everything falling out. Going through all the drawers and hidden compartments, where things collect, can be gratifying. One obvious place to start looking is in your spares and tools. If your entire boat is standard, you don’t need the metric tools on board. Do you need Phillips and flathead screwdrivers if everything is a square drive? A multi-bit screwdriver could replace all of them. Over the course of a refit on a race boat, it becomes evident that every nut will be one of two sockets. Do we really need to carry that cool socket set on board? If you’re mostly day sailing or going for weekends, you probably don’t need the complete oil change kit. Same goes for the soft goods on board. I’d previously written about taking a lot of the soft goods off the boat for the winter months. If you’re not going on overnight trips, you don’t need all the bedding on board. Are you really going to make a full Sunday roast, or can that galley equipment live in a nice plastic tub and go on the boat when necessary? Your water tanks don’t need to be full if you’re not using the onboard water. After considering the easy stuff to save weight, there are some other changes you can make to the boat to lighten things up. For a sailboat, there are a variety of options for rigging with newer high-tech lines or lighter weight blocks. Pay special attention to the mast, one pound at the masthead on a 35- to 40-foot sailboat is like subtracting 7 to 10 pounds of ballast. Getting aggressive with weight loss in the mast will make a noticeable difference in the way the boat sails. If you’ve swapped out lights for LED, did you replace the wiring at the same time? A hundred feet of 16/2 wire is about 4 pounds lighter than 100 feet of 12/2 wire. Synthetic rigging is becoming more commonplace on sailboats. You certainly don’t have to go to the extreme of something like Future Fibres 60

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R AC I N G SH E E T BY DOUG HANSEN

On The Horizon DOUG HANSEN previews the spring racing season—from the Center Sound Series, presented by the Corinthian Yacht Club (check out their renovated home!), to a brand-new sailing race around the Sound. While a lot of the landscape has changed, the constant will of the sailing community to adapt and push forward has shone through this past year and even fueled some amazing opportunities for sailors to participate in events and styles of sailing that they otherwise might never consider. The past year brought an abundance of short-handed races as well as some new events all stemming from our community’s desire to spend time on the water. While there is still a long way to go and a lot of challenges to overcome, it is exciting to finally be given the opportunity to look towards a cautiously optimistic sailing season this year. As we continue to navigate the ever-changing “current plan,” one constant is that everyone wants to get back on the water to enjoy our sport and all of the amazing experiences that it invites into our lives. Kicking off the official 2021 spring season will be the Corinthian Yacht Club Center Sound Series (cycseattle.org/ Racing) in March. The three-race series runs the fleet up and down Puget Sound and invites all manner of keel boats to line up and blow off the dust (or, in the case of the past year, grind off the rust). The Series starts off with Blakely Rock on March 6, Scatchet Head on March 13, and Three Tree Point on March 27. While these traditional courses are the G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time), recent years have shown that by shifting the course based on the wind makes for better racing than drifting towards a buoy in a hole. Expect the race committee to be quick to adapt if the conditions call for it. Corinthian Yacht Club has a supportive leadership and operational community that are committed to making this year racing season a reality. Without missing a beat, the month of April is stocked full of both keel boat and dinghy events including the Sloop Tavern Yacht Club’s Carol Pearl Blakely Rock Benefit that has attracted literally hundreds of boats in years past and looks to be on track this year. Expect to see a larger number of shorthanded participants in all of this year’s events as the majority of the organizers are adding the option moving forward as so many have caught the bug of solo and 66

double handed racing. A bit further down range, but worth talking about now, is a brand-new event from the Northwest Maritime Center in Port Townsend, Washington. With the recent postponement of the legendary R2AK or Race to Alaska, the event organizers have pivoted towards a more local race and are even relaxing some of their steadfast rules to allow for more boats to come play in 2021. The Washington 360, or WA360 (nwmaritime.org/wa360) for those in the know, is a simple concept: Bring a boat to Port Townsend, sail south to the end of Puget Sound, then north to the border, and back to where you started. The rules are equally as simple. Do not use your engine and that’s about it. Interest is already spiking as would be R2AK hopefuls are shifting their focus and are looking to take on the new challenge. With some tricky requirements such as navigating Deception Pass without motor, not to mention sailing to Olympia in the often calm seas of summer, the gauntlet has been thrown down. The scheduled start kicks off on June 7 and for those of us that are stuck shoreside, we can live vicariously as a full race tracker is expected.

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WELCOME TO THE CLUBHOUSE Seattle sailboat racing’s proverbial home of Corinthian Yacht Club has recently been returned to Shilshole after a major refit (see photos of the February 7 return by tug). The result of a years-long process with many thousands of hours of work and fundraising by a huge group of committed members, “The Refit” as it has become affectionately known, has given the club a new lease on life and an update for the new decade. Beginning with a dry dock period, then knocking out a full structural update of the hull and systems, continuing right up to the windows and siding, the project is wrapping up with interior upgrades now and will soon be ready to support the sailing community for the next 25 years.

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CHARTER OWNERSHIP PROGRAM WHY CHARTER?

WHY NW EXPLORATIONS?

YOUR BOAT CAN BE YOUR BUSINESS

PROFESSIONAL MAINTENANCE

When you purchase a boat and place it in charter you are forming a business. Up front you defer 8.7% sales tax on the boat and any subsequent equipment purchases. This adds up to HUGE Savings!

Our team of marine service technicians and detail staff will keep your yacht in pristine condition year round, so you never have to worry about repairs or cleaning. Your boat will be ready for you to just put your gear aboard and go cruising.

EARN CHARTER INCOME

EXPERIENCED BOATERS ONLY

By being in our charter fleet, this revenue offsets much of the operating expenses. You, as the owner, receive 60% of the charter fee, covering a percentage of moorage, maintenance, and insurance you would otherwise be paying out of pocket.

Our fleet is maintained to the highest standard and our charter guests reflect that standard. The qualifications we look for to skipper a vessel in our fleet are recent experience in similar size vessel, similar engine (twin or single) and similar waters.

CUT ANNUAL COSTS BY 20%-50% For a privately owned 46’ Grand Banks yacht (around $400,000), annual operating and moorage expenses can cost as much as $53,000 a year! But by adding your yacht to our charter fleet, you can cut that down by 20%-50%, on average. If you purchase your yacht through us, you’re deferring sales tax and saving money on your down payment.*

PREMIUM SERVICE When you put a boat in our fleet, you’re taking advantage of the resources and knowledge we’ve accumulated being in the business for over 30 years. As a charter owner, you become part of the NW Explorations family.

NOTE: Information provided for general purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult your tax professional.

Call as at (800) 826-1430 for more details and let us help you through the process of becoming a charter boat owner.

308 Harbor Dr., Sausalito, CA 94965 MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION: $299,000 This nearly new 2018 steel hull yacht is already a proven coastal cruiser, logging over 800 nautical miles. Arriving back in Sausalito from Ventura in summer 2020, Captain remarked “she treated us kindly even when the ocean didn’t.” Designed and constructed for long range, efficient, comfortable and safe voyaging. Original owner has meticulously cared for this beauty and invested in over $50k of upgrades in the last two years.

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With a peekaboo look at its gorgeous stern here, the Regency P65 provided by Seattle Yachts was photographed by Hero Creative/Diana Bartos in anticipation of this month’s Boats Afloat Open House presented by the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association (NYBA)—see page 28 for more information or visit boatsafloatshow.com.

Industry Leader in Yacht Sales, Charter and New Yacht Construction.

L E T YO U R I N V E S T M E N T W O R K F O R YO U Chartering your private yacht is the most effective way to maximize return on your luxury investment. Charter income can offset the costs of ownership, such as maintenance, running costs and crew salaries. Worth Avenue Yachts successful chartering program will boost the yacht’s reputation, thereby potentially increasing its popularity and resale ability. Our team of experts is standing by to assist you in legally chartering your yacht in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. If you are interested in putting your existing yacht into a charter program or purchasing a yacht to earn a charter income, contact our team today.

M/Y MON CHATEAU 2020 88’ Sanlorenzo Now available for charter with Worth Avenue Yachts in Forida & Bahamas

YOUR CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL YACHT BROKERS

Worth Avenue Yachts is an industry leader in yacht sales and charter, selling our clients listings faster than average. Contact us today and list with Worth! +1 (206) 209-1920 Lori Eastes Yacht Charters (206) 954-0770

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BEAM: 20’0”

STATEROOMS: 4

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107’ WORKBOATS 1990

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