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Amazing eBay auction for a 2-bedroom, beachfront Bermuda condo for watching the America's Cup Finals to benefit Hospice Cup!
To accompany Craig Ligibel's article "Split for the Cup: Make Plans Now To Watch the 2017 America’s Cup in Person" in the April issue, here are some resources
AKA, "Play Nice, Kids." By Kim Couranz
When it comes to fears about bowriding legislation in Maryland, know that an amendment has been drafted.
Greg Leonard's J/120 Heron at the Down the Bay Race start 2015. Photo by SpinSheet
Tried and tested rules for racing the Racer Cruiser Successfully.
Tucker Thompson speaks in front of a crowd at Fawcett Boat Supplies in Annapolis. Photo by Craig Ligibel
Annapolis’ verteran sailor and commentator Tucker Thompson has played a big role in building pre-race excitement. By Craig Ligibel
The Askew Brothers are on fire this year. Photos by Edward Downer / Pineapple Cup.
"In the prestart, the bowman has a big role, and you need to be ready to communicate what you see, quickly and clearly. You have to listen well, as others will be passing on...
Is she counting down seconds to the start? Or minutes until she can go home? Photo by Al Schreitmueller
"Roll tacks are more meaningful when the threat of hypothermia is involved." By Duffy Perkins

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