Harbor Sailboats

An Absolutely Amazing Experience with Harbor Sailboats! I just completed the ASA 101 course with Harbor Sailboats this past weekend, and I can't express how awesome it was. From our fantastic instructor, John K, to the incredibly helpful dock hands, John, Dustin, and Matt, and the welcoming front desk staff, Paige, everyone made us feel truly appreciated. Keenan and Kyle, the owners, run a first-class operation. Their boats are in near-perfect condition, and their charter fleet is undoubtedly the most modern I've encountered. I'm so glad I chose Harbor Sailboats to kick off my sailing journey in San Diego. Bravo to the entire team!

I recently completed the ASA 101 course with Harbor Sailboats, and I can't recommend them highly enough. My instructor was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also made the experience enjoyable with his humor and enthusiasm. The whole team at Harbor Sailboats is welcoming and makes you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. I recently completed the ASA 101 course with Harbor Sailboats, and I can't recommend them highly enough. Our John instructor was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also made the experience enjoyable with his humor and enthusiasm. The whole team at Harbor Sailboats is welcoming and makes you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. The boats are well-maintained and in excellent condition, and the variety they offer ensures there's something for everyone. The location is convenient, and the overall value for the experience is excellent. I'm excited to continue sailing with this club and would recommend it to anyone looking to get into sailing or improve their skills.

Awesome experience in the basic keelboat class. Cole was a great instructor; knowledgeable, easy-going, positive, and encouraging. We had a great weekend learning to sail. I look forward to taking more advanced sailing classes with him.

A great club with a great management team that really care about your sailing experience & details. The boats are impeccable and San Diego Bay is a wonderfully scenic sail. I spent time with sailing instructor Don- the dude is a total pro and a great instructor with a genuine handle on the learning process. I cannot recommend this club enough. Do yourself a favor and spend some time on the water with this club!

I just completed the American Sailing Association's 101 Basic Keelboat sailing course this past weekend and I'm very happy with the entire experience. Our instructor, Tom, did an excellent job in teaching the group the basics of sailing, teaching how to understand and read the wind direction, how to sail upwind and downwind, dock the boat, heave-to, and a wide variety of common sense sailing knowledge. Tom is the kind of instructor everyone should have when beginning to learn to sail. Harbor Sailboats is also a very affordable group to join to rent sailboats to cruise around San Diego Bay. I didn't know what to expect prior to my arrival, but they've exceeded my expectations. They do a wonderful job and are a great group of people.

My girlfriend and I took our Asa 101 and Asa 103 with Harbor Sailboats, both Tom and Don our instructors were so knowledgeable and patient. All the boats we’ve rented were clean and well kept and the guys in the dock have also been super helpful as we continue to learn. We love being part of the club and have had an amazing experience with harbor sailboats. Thanks for all the help guys!!

Boats are in excellent condition and less than 6 years old. Clean and well maintained. Great location on the bay. The instructors and staff are some of the best we've met. Sailing in the bay is one of the best ways to see San Diego.

I've been a member since 2020 and have rented most of their yachts by now. They do an excellent job caring for the fleet and giving instruction (in certification classes and in daily condition) to make sure your charter is the best experience. Last summer, we went on a floatilla, sailing a 42' sailboat through the Dalmatian islands of Croatia. Harbor Sailboats organized the event and arranged 14 sailboats and guided all of us through an amazing experience. It was the vacation of a lifetime! If you've never sailed a day in your life, they have a program to teach you. If you don't own a boat, they will rent you one. Having a membership with Harbor Sailboats is one of my favorite things about living in San Diego.

Reached out to some local friends who are avid followers of all things ocean to find the best sailing school in San Diego to complete my ASA. Coursework. This place came highly recommended and offers the ability to rent boats after you get your credentials. Signed up for a private ASA 101 with Capt'n Buck. After spending 2 days together I can absolutely testify this was the best decision - he was super informed, calm, knowledgeable, brought props to teach me (visual aids to supplement the book reading), recommended apps I can use on my phone to stay aware of current ocean conditions, and was generally pleasant and fun to train with. I recommend him with the highest accolades if you are serious about sailing and want to get the time and practice to lay a solid foundation. Looking forward to continue taking ASA courses!! Huge shout out to the company for having great boats, nice dock crew - and I mention a jacuzzi and pool? What are you waiting for?

Rob tested out my husband on ASA 101. My hubby was new to the Catalina Capri sailboats and said Rob really put him through the paces. Focused on walking him through the boat bow to stern. The reviews about friendly and knowledgeable staff are all correct. From our first visit just to check out the place it has been a pleasant experience. We had our first family sail today. 4 hours spent unplugged from our phones and in fresh air. Highly recommend for quality family time!

I've been a member here for almost 2 years. Rented many times. Have taken two sailing classes with them. Great employees super boats great service. Shout out to Paige Martin and Don Rock. Both are awesome. Paige is amazing at quick replies and taking care of reservations. Don is a great instructor

Harbor Sailboats is the finest sailing club in San Diego. Friendly staff, finest Benateau boats, and great instruction. In four years with the club, we've never had a negative encounter. Our previous club on Harbor Island was unfriendly and unprofesional with poorly maintained old boats.

I completed my ASA 101 class here and the entire experience was fantastic from start to finish! Erica in the front office cheerfully answered all of my questions about the classes and how to sign up. Robert was my knowledgeable instructor with lots of experience and patience. His calm manor of instruction made it stress free for me out there on the bay as we were sailing away learning the required skills and drills and having FUN! The Catalina 22's that we used were clean and well maintained. After I get more experience I'll be signing up for the ASA 103 class, Basic Coastal Cruising! I highly recommend Harbor Sailboats for sailing lessons!

Just finished my second day of ASA 101 with the instructor Tom and would absolutely recommend to people i know. Tom was a very practical, passionate and hands-on instructor. He emphasized the things we really needed to know in order to sail the boat successfully. This was helpful since there is a lot to learn initially and it can be overwhelming. He frequently reinforced good habits when handling the boat. When the wind came up (10-15 kts, a lot for the little 22' capri) he didn't have us go in or give up, he taught us how to handle the boat safely in a situation that didn't initially feel safe. He showed us the limits of the boat and how to get out of common unsafe situations such as overpowered sails, accidental tacks and jibes, stuck in irons, sailing by the lee, and inattentive drivers of other boats. I found this experience invaluable since I plan on sailing more with family, friends, and other classmates - people who aren't instructors, experts or perhaps sailors at all - and I will need to be able to handle any situation that arises. Overall, thought he was a great instructor. The club itself was great as well. It has reasonable prices compared to competitors. I shopped around before deciding on harbor sailboats and was not disappointed. Erica was super helpful and answered all my questions clearly and in a timely manner. They also have a nice fleet of boats consisting of newer Beneteau's and Catalina's which are well maintained and clean. I'm looking forward to logging some more hours with some of friends, family and classmates before moving on to the 103 course. I absolutely recommend this place.

Ahoy, Cap'n Jones here! Low rental rates and nicely maintained boats make Harbor Sailboats a nice marina. I've taken some lessons and have a nice time on San Diego bay with my friends. Just don't use the head!

I typically don't post on yelp, but when you experience something this enjoyable, I feel that it is necessary. Keenan, Kyle, Tom, and Aaron made sure that everything was perfect! This type of experience is exactly what I was looking for while visiting San Diego. I'm not sure you can find something, or a place, that would have made our families/friends trip more memorable! Thank you Hirsh Family! Harbor Sailboats is a place to remember! We will be back!

I've been using boats at Harbor Sailboats for years! I love this place, super friendly staff! Very patient when it comes to teaching. I started as a newbie and now I'm a pro!

I am a member of a reciprocating sailing club in Southern California and have charted boats on numerous occasions from Harbor Sailboats. It has always been a great pleasure working with the folks at Harbor Sailboats. The office personnel are very friendly and supportive. The dock crew very knowledgeable and helpful. The Catalina and Beneteau boats are in pristine condition, very well maintained and a pleasure to sail. If you want to go sailing in and around San Diego Harbor, go and visit Harbor Sailboats.

Due to my Chagrin I could not compete the two day sailing course. Having said that Matt the Civil Engineer was an awesome instructor and he gave me encouragement on a continuing basis on my first day. Kim Volm DRE#020440644 Coldwell Banker.

Had a great first experience with Harbor Sailboats yesterday. A friend of mine was in town and rented a Beneteau 34 which was by far one of the nicest and well maintained boats I have ever been on. The staff all seemed very professional and it carried over to the quality of their boats. I look forward to sailing San Diego Bay again this summer on one of their vessels.

Been a member for a year now. I joined to learn how to sail & take advantage of the boat rentals. Although I have only taken the first class (ASA101) I have enjoyed renting from their fleet of capri 22's several times over the past year. They have boats up to 47 ft, but you have to complete other classes or have a sailing resume in order to rent the larger boats. Staff is very friendly, instructors are cool & boats well maintained. They have lots of club activities, as well as a club online bulletin board for anyone looking for crew. Membership also entitles you to use of the pool & jacuzzi at the marina. I plan on taking more classes with them as time & money permit. I Recommend Harbor Sailboats to anyone looking for sailing classes & sailboat rentals in San Diego.

I've been a member for 7 years, and have nothing but good things to say. ASA 101 - I took this 7 years ago, but still remember it like yesterday. The instructor was very thorough, and we practiced a lot of important skills repeatedly, including simulated water rescues. On day 2, we came upon some very strong winds, so we practiced reefing the sails. Although I had been sailing with friends for years, I learned a ton of stuff! ASA 103 - Took this just last year. Again the instructor was very thorough, and tough, and would not let us get away with anything. Although he passed us all, he let us know that he thought we all needed a lot more practice. Boats are in great condition, all in working order and very clean and well maintained. Front desk is friendly and dockhands are extra helpful - what more could you ask of a sailing club?!

I was a member twice. Recently cancelled my membership as I found that I was just not getting my money's worth and not using the club as often. I am ambivalent about them, as they have always been very nice to me. They have a very nice fleet of boats that are well maintained, the guys on the docks (Kevin and Kyle) are great and very helpful. However, I have found the management to be very inflexible and just not focused on customer service or loyalty. There is an arrogance and sense of entitlement. What Jeff T. described is a perfect example. They do what is best for their bottom line and do not consider the member's situation and request. There has to be some give and take and reasonable exceptions made given the situation. I have found in my own experience and other club members that they are not willing to do that.

Just finished ASA 104. Captain Dave Brotherton is top notch (I also had him for ASA 103) I have chartered several different boats with Harbor Sailboats and I have always been impressed with the cleanliness of the boats and the professionalism of the staff. My first review was in July and now it is almost October and I would give Harbor Sailboats 10 Stars if I could.

Spent today in Sailing 101, and as a queer female learning to sail amongst all men, well let's just say... it was terrible. We started the day with the instructor Tom smacking me in the face with the Tiller cover almost on purpose, he whipped it off so fast it smacked me in the face at full force... he shrugged it off with a half-ass apology then turned it into a mockery of me by laughing at me for it. Then later he put me on the helm and proceeded to berated me for not knowing what I was doing (of course I don't know what I'm doing, I'm in the 101 course and I AM PAYING YOU to TEACH ME). He immediately wanted me to tack, after no knowledge of the tiller or tacking, or anything aside from reading the book before class. He didn't allow me to get a feel for the boat or explain anything at all and in the very busy San Diego Bay on Labor Day weekend...He just told me to start tacking. I was terrified, as would anyone thrown into that situation after being physically assaulted and made a mockery. He then decided to berate me in front of the entire crew because I voiced my concern and asked for instruction before attempting that maneuver. He told me that if I wasn't comfortable then I wouldn't pass the class after only being at the helm for 5 minutes, a mere 20 minutes into the first day of the full weekend course. (Again zero class room time before this and zero instruction before..) Later in the same afternoon, when it was my turn again at the helm, he condescendingly asked me if, "the water was calm enough for me to feel comfortable." I felt like I had to constantly stick up for myself as a woman, but also as a beginner... it was a terrible learning environment. Not to mention we had zero instruction beforehand then immediately put us at the helm... and in Tom's own words we were, "thrown to the wolves." If you're a woman, I would say don't waste your valuable 500 dollars to go through the terrible stuff I had to put up with and DEFINITELY don't take the course with Tom. He will put you through hell, physically assault and then verbally assault and berate you for not knowing what HE IS SUPPOSED to teach you. Save your money and find something that has a better and more healthy learning environment, isn't abusive towards women, and one that is inclusive to queers and/or women sailors. To Tom, I would say, the women's place is not just in the kitchen. We have a right to learn to sail too, without being physically and verbally assaulted and/or berated by you. Also, leave your prejudice about queer folks and misogyny out of the learning environment. If I could, I would give him 0 stars. The. Worst. Teacher. Ever.

Best charter company in San Diego. Great variety of new boats, friendly staff, and perfect location. They will help you get back on the water. Highly recommend

I recently purchased a sail yacht through Harbor Sailboats yacht broker, Keenan Hirsh. I have sailed aboard their club charter boats a number of times and have always noticed how meticulously and professionally their fleet is managed and maintained, so when the opportunity to purchase a vessel from their fleet presented itself I did not hesitate. Keenan took me through the entire buying process with ease, even saving me a lot of money when an issue arose on a yacht that I initially made an offer on in Long Beach. Keenan communicated clearly, professionally and in a timely manner, and when the time to sail my new yacht away came, he was right there at the marina with the keys. I can't say enough things about the professionalism of their entire staff, and highly recommend them for any and all boating and yachting needs!

On a family vacation to San Diego and took a 4 hour ride on a 37 foot sailboat. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Capt. Brett was terrific. He was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot about sailing. He was also great at pointing out interesting points of interest around the bay. Would definitely go back to Harbor Sailboats.

I just completed ASA 101 with Harbor Sailboats, and I am planning on taking ASA 103 and 104 with them as well. My initial experience was very favorable. The instructor was very knowledgeable, and even though I was already pretty familiar with the subject matter of the course (I'm getting certifications to be able to bareboat-charter), I learned enough in the 101 class to justify the time and money spent, beyond the certification. The boats were clean and well-maintained, and I've had no problems getting questions answered by email from the staff. I can recommend these folks without hesitation.

I'm impressed with the fleet of Beneteau's they offer and how well maintained they are. Had a good experience here twice this week (as luck would have it) and will be back next week. My friend is a member and when my membership at another place ends I'll be switching to Harbor Sailboats.

I absolutely love the fleet of boats. I've thoroughly researched other sailing clubs and nothing even comes close. If you want to learn how to to sail (the right way) then this is the club you want to join. Cole was my 101 instructor and he definitely knows what he's doing- confident but reassuring. The fleet of Beneteaus and Catalinas are incomparable to any others. I was thinking of buying a sailboat, but why? I'm proud to call Harbor Sailboats my home.

This place is awful..... The owners do nothing to foster new members... it's not a CLUB.. they nickel and dime you for every little thing. Absolutely horrible people run this thing. We rented one time as non members when there were no boats available at our usual place. So overpriced.

It is a fine place for a class or for chartering a boat. However, they will not let you charter a boat if you find any part of your crew on social media.

Took 101 and 103 both with Steve . He is a great instructor ! Both patient and not condescending. The whole crew is incredibly welcoming and hard working. I have a momentous time every time I rent and learn from this crew. Thanks Steve and Bri you da best!

I have been a member for over 3 years, I had to cancel eventually because living in Denver and not being able to use my money worth just didn't make sense any more, I wish membership fees would rollover or accumulate for future rentals, it would be a win win for both club and members as well.

Completed another ASA class 103) at Harbor Sailboats and had the same great experience. Allan was our instructor and he is not only very knowledgeable but he loves what he does. We also rent boats there and the quality and condition of the boats is fantastic. The dock personnel are always helpful. I'm not sure why my first review regarding the previous ASA class was filtered by Yelp, but hopefully customers will see this one. I highly recommend their classes and their rentals.

Wonderful. 4 hour rental of a 28' Catalina with captain Joe was an experience the kids will always remember.

We recently took the ASA sailing 101 lesson and had an amazing weekend! Nate was our instructor and he made our first attempts at sailing enjoyable and, at times, hilarious. He is in his element as a sailing instructor - so unflappable! I am on a Harbor Sailboat as I write this review, we feel confident by ourselves because we hear Nate's voice as questions come up. Thanks for a great sailing lesson and starting our new found love of sailing!

Great experience! Our captain , Fred, was great. The 28 foot sailboat was clean and modern.

I researched and visited several sailboat rental/ sailing lesson/ charter companies in San Diego and picked Harbor Sailboats because of their extremely professional staff and exceptional equipment. I just completed my ASA 101 and was extremely impressed with our trainer. Steve was very knowledgeable, a great communicator and took his job very seriously yet made the 2 day course absolutely enjoyable - a true professional at what he does. I could not be more pleased with the training.

Great club! I've been a member for over 12 years, and it is by far the best sailing club I've ever experienced. The fleet is constantly upgraded, and the boats are always well maintained. Even when I moved from San Diego, I maintained my membership, as the club also has reciprocity with other nice clubs. The fact that 100% of you membership is applied to sailing makes this the best deal no matter where you live. I've investigated joining other clubs, but Harbor Sailboats offers the Best in membership! Learn to sail and join this club!

Me and the family (+ grandma) chartered a private sail this past Sat., Feb. 17 on the Lagoon 42 - our Captain was Aaron (sp?) - and it was a fantastic time. First and foremost after watching movies my entire life like Jaws, Titanic, Open Water, etc. etc. I have what you would call a slightly "un-natural" level of respect for the Ocean(s)... meaning that I'm hyper-aware that once you leave shore, we as humans are no longer at the top of the food chain. After asking an avalanche of safety / concern questions like, "when the boat goes down, how do the shark repellant canisters deploy - are they automatically triggered when they touch water or do you have to pull a pin like a grenade".... "how do the satellite phone / transponders notify the Coast Guard / U.S. Navy so they know where to deploy the helicopters and Cutters"..... it was pretty obvious that 1) Aaron knew what he was doing and 2) we were in good hands and I needed to ratchet my coffee-fueled morning crazy down a notch or three. After putting to bed my 'what if the worst of the worst happens' Q&A, Aaron's first question was - what do you and your family want to get out of this trip ? My kiddos are all about Ocean life / animals - so my response was: maximize the: whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks, monster squid, etc. Aaron did a great job of not wasting any time and navigating us straight out to Whale Highway 1.... we saw an array of sea lions on the way in and out of the harbor - one actually swam right next to the boat and did barrel rolls for us !! We tracked and saw at least six or seven different whales with huge / multiple blow hole sprays as well as tail flips. The kids were ecstatic..... mission accomplished. As far as the boat, yeah..... the Lagoon 42 is just as awesome as the pictures. Super spacious, excellent condition, with all kinds of great space to stretch out, have lunch, get sun, etc. etc. etc. etc. Can't say enough good things about this trip, the boat - awesome, the marine life - awesome, the weather / sun / wind / temp. - awesome, and the Captain (Aaron) - awesome. I would absolutely do this again and would recommend a private charter to anyone looking to get away from the crowds and have control over their sail. I think the only thing that could have put this (even further) over the top is for the co. to package a better food / beverage option with the sail. On the advice of the booking agent, we dropped into the local deli just down the dock and picked up fresh sandwiches, drinks, etc. - but what would have been great is the kitchen on the boat to have all of this type of stuff on-board and ready for consumption. Like I said, AMAZING trip, would absolutely do it again - just would have been the icing on the cake if food / beverage was included / provided / option on the boat already. Six stars.

We chartered a sailboat with a captain for a day while on vacation. The boat was immaculate, and the captain was very professional and friendly. He let all three of our kids take the helm for extended periods (with close supervision). We had a terrific time, and would highly recommend Harbor Sailboats. If we have the opportunity we'll do this again!

My husband and I took the ASA 101 (beginner) basic keelboat sailing class in December 2020. Our instructor Matt was terrific--very knowledgeable, approachable, funny, enthusiastic about sailing, and genuinely invested not only in our passing a 100-question test for the ASA credential, but also making sure we learned to operate safely while having fun. The 2-day weekend course gave us time to go out on the water 4 times, and Matt gave us lots of ideas about where to go on San Diego Bay within our skill level in the future. The class size was 4, including another nice couple who appeared to be experienced sailors, and we all took turns at the various positions on the sailboat. The class was excellent, although having no prior sailing experience at all, my husband and I will probably hire an instructor to guide us the first time or two when we take a boat out on our own in the future. Erica and Keenan in the office were terrific as well--they answered the phone AND answered all my questions when I called several times to prepare for the class, and Erica took the time to show us around the marina and dock when we stopped by for a look around. We're very happy we chose Harbor Sailboats and look forward to sailing as part of their sailing club in the new year, Covid or not. Cheers.///

Chartered a 28ft sailboat and hired a captain for an afternoon from Harbor Sailboats. It was great! I called in the morning for a reservation and they had a Captain there at 1pm. Captain Brett was amazing! The boat was ready when I arrived and he took the time throughout the sail to instruct me on basic sailing skills as it was my first time on a sailboat. I would highly recommend Harbor Sailboats and Capt. Brett! Thanks!

I can't say enough about the great customer service. Honestly, when reviewing previous reviews, I was a bit shocked as my experience was fabulous. Being a complete novice to the sport of sailing I was a bit intimidated. I did my research and visited several sailing businesses. To me joining Harbor Sailboats was an easy decision as the boats were above and beyond anything I had seen from the competition and the staff was both friendly and knowledgable.

Just finished the ASA 103 class at Harbor Sailboats and it was even better than the first course (ASA 101). The instructor was top notch and made it easy to understand. Since then I have rented a couple of their boats and they were in great shape and made for a great day on the water.

My husband and I were members of Harbor Sailboats for about a year and a half. We took the ASA 101 class and sailed every month on the Capri 22s. Keenan was our instructor and he was great. The boats were also in pretty good condition for rentals. However, we recently had a baby and had to cancel our membership. This is where I have the problem: they charged us a membership fee for 2 months, even though we did not go sailing for those months and gave cancellation notice. Their policy is 30 day notice, I gave 27 day notice. (I have a newborn!) It left a bad impression of what was otherwise a good experience with Harbor Sailboats. If you ever want to join this club, I would be very clear about what their terms and conditions are... just like a bank or those shady big gym memberships that will continuing charging your credit card even after you cancel to get as much money as they can. I expected more from a family-owned company. I feel swindled out of $45, and will therefore no longer re-join this club ($395), nor take another ASA class here (about $430 each person). That adds up to about $4,380 (including sailboat rentals for a year), which I will now be taking to another company. 4 stars for boat rentals, 2 stars for customer service.

We joined the club in May of 2013. Since then we've completed two ASA courses and inside of a year we're sailing 32 foot boats. Both classes were great experiences and the instructors were top notch. The office staff is always helpful, and the guys on the dock are the greatest. The fleet is meticulously maintained (seriously, I think you could eat off some of the engines....most impressive). We plan to continue with the ASA 104 course this summer. I can't say enough good things about Harbor Sailboats. If you have ever thought about learning to sail...this is the place for you!

What a bargain! There is simply no way to enjoy the use of high quality sailboats for a better deal then being a member of harbor sailboats. The staff are friendly, patient, and helpful. The boats are in outstanding condition. Classes are well run and fun. For the cost of the dues, you have access to all this? No brainer if you want to sail in San Diego.

This course is the best Going into it I had almost no experience sailing and after 2 days I was able to sail and even dock under sail! Written material is very good. The instructor Steve was awesome I told family and friends I learned more in those 2 days than any other 2 days in my life Steve made it fun yet covered an amazing amount of material in a very understandable way I can not say enough good things about my experience. If you want to learn sailing this is the place.

I as a member for many years. This last year I had heart surgery and a knee replacement in October, which put me out of commission for three months. I asked to have my sailing dues held over until January so I can use them as I could not walk. This was denied, so, they basically kept my money. Very poor customer service and no loyalty to long-term members....would NEVER recommend

My company did a Sailing Regatta with Harbor Sailboats and it was an excellent team building event and a wonderful experience for our group! The staff was amazing, we all learned a lot, and everyone had a lot of fun. This is a great activity for a group. It appeals to those who are competitive as well as to those who just want to relax and enjoy a day of sailing. Amazing overall experience and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a large group activity.

We rented the Beneteau Oceanis 45 for a surprise birthday celebration. The Harbor Sailboat staff were very accommodating in our request to stock the boat beforehand and sail it into another dock for the surprise. All 12 passengers were smiling the entire time during our cruise of the San Diego Bay. Our captain Kyle did an outstanding job of piloting the boat. The vessel was very clean, beautiful and provided plenty of comfortable seating. The views of the San Diego skyline, Point Loma, Coronado Island and the bridge at sunset are unlike anything you can see from the shore. It was truly a beautiful and unforgettable experience!

I dropped my membership a while back after being a devoted member for ten years and found I wasn't using it being out of town frequently and experiencing current health problems. Today I went out on a Catalina 28 with an out of town friend. Returning dockside to pick up a second load of passengers, I made a serious mistake of overriding the halyard while raising the main. My partner, a very experienced sailor and I tried everything we could with no success. Upon radioing the club, the owner, Tom, immediately came out worked very hard, could not fix the override after using some ingenious attempts so we returned to the dock again. His able son, Kevin, and he then were able to repair the override after removing the winch and releasing the tangled halyard. Tom was very upbeat and positive and even though I offered he made no attempt to charge me anything for his very solid effort. I have nothing but praise for Harbor Sailboats for their personal care and their fleet which is always in pristine condition.