Selected by sailing experts, 50 spectacular sailing experiences are featured, from East Coast ports to tropical refuges to some of the most hair-raisingly treacherous waters on earth. Each of the 50 places are gorgeously photographed, and the sailor recommending the venue spins an entertaining yarn about his or her experience there. Convergence, the West Marine founder's boat, is pictured.
Combine the best features of a running shoe with the best features of a high-performance boat shoe and you've got the SB1070. Featuring exceptional cushioning and stability, these shoes are constructed of low-water absorption materials and waterproof leather so they won't get soggy and slow you down. Designed with a dual-density compression molded EVA midsole, removable full-length molded footbed, HRC(r) forefoot cushioning, arch lock and GRID patented technology to protect your feet even when they take a pounding. And Sperry's traditional non-marking wave-siped rubber outsole keeps you steady on your feet on the wettest decks.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's SailFast™ bracelet is a unique blue band with red and white embroidered accents made from spinnaker cloth. A portion of the proceeds will help advance the Society's mission to find cures for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
Save valuable time in heated mark-roundings or tacking duals with this innovative winch handle. Its patented "OneTouch" lock-in mechanism offers fast, one-handed winch exit and entry, so you spend less time fiddling with a sticky locking lever and more time sailing. Just squeeze the release button (which runs the entire length of the handle) and pull to unlock in one quick, easy motion. To insert, simply squeeze the handle as you place it into the winch.
Shave additional seconds off your start with Ronstan's Clear Start Sailing Watch. Features multiple start time sequences, oversized digital readout, a handy "SYNC" function that lets you resynchronize with starter's time mid-sequence, rotating face, large positive function keys and a prominent isolated stop/start button. It's water resistant to 164'/50m, has optional audible alarms and 24-hour clock. Comfortable wristband can be adapted for mounting on mast or boom.
