September 2020

Delta Rat Scrapbook – by Bill Wells

Korth’s Pirate’s Lair I was at Korth’s to meet Ty, naturally he was running late as usual. While I was waiting Tiki Tom introduced me to Mark Bettis and his wife, the lovely Catherine Miskow....

Front Rudder – by Mark Reid

A Way Forward This year will be one for the books for sure. We’re still not there yet and we have a long way to go. This summer though, there was a way forward....

Lessons Learned – by Pat Carson

Rule 14 It was a beautiful Saturday morning in Alameda, and we had planned on a late start for our voyage to the Delta. Departing Richard Boland Yacht Sales’ docks at Marina Village around...

The Co-Publisher – by Ty Mellott

As we are in the 55th year of Bay & Delta Yachtsman this month, I thought it would be fitting to go back in time a little before opening the curtain to the future if...

New Products – By Terry Goble

Upgrading To Quality Folding Cleats Is Simple Retractable cleats enhance the safety and appearance of any boat, but their required deck cut-outs may not be possible if there are bulkheads, electrical runs or other...

Calendar - Down The Rode

Down The Rode – by Ty Mellott

BAY & BEYOND AUGUST Friday & Saturday • Sunset Cruises, Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry. View the Bay & the SF skyline. Wine, soda & a variety of snacks for purchase onboard. Fri – Sat evening...