
Sailing Zingaro
Meet Captain James, a seasoned sailor and former U.S. Navy submariner with over 70,000 nautical miles of experience, and Ana, a vibrant Colombian salsa and yoga instructor. We’re thrilled to welcome them aboard as affiliate partners!
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Top Gear Picks
Whether you're new to sailing, or looking for your next upgrade, here's what James & Ana recommend!
Articles
Explore some of Alex and Cory's top sailing tips.

5 Rookie Sailing Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
New to sailing? These are 5 mistakes you can easily avoid, and be a better, safer sailor.

What to Do When Grounded & How to Kedge Off
Learn the lifesaving skill of kedging to free a grounded boat.

Upgrading a Coastal Cruiser for Offshore Sailing
From upgrading a C&C 35 to avoiding container collisions, Captain James has got you covered.
Discover Video Content
Watch Now — Open Ocean Rescue: “Mayday We’re Dismasted! | Real-life rescue of three sailors on our Pacific crossing from Marquesas, French Polynesia to Panama.


Would You Pay $5K for This Sailboat?
Sailboat deal of the century? Or boat buying nightmare? You decide!

Dockside Sailboat Rigging Change With Explanations
Tons of information for sailors of all levels

We Found an Abandoned Boat Drifting in the Ocean - The Crew Disappeared!
Torn sails, holes in the hull, what happened to this boat and it's owner?
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