My First Time: The Salty Dawg Caribbean Rally
February 19, 2025
The author joined a four-man crew for a 1,700-nautical-mile passage.
The author joined a four-man crew for a 1,700-nautical-mile passage.
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The 12 inductees are a diverse group of accomplished sailors and mariners
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The Danish builder launches a 32-foot day cruiser with electric, outboard, and gas or diesel inboard power options.
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The new inductees include Olympians, yacht designers, coaches, educators, and more.
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