protest room n.— «Unfortunately, protests are an integral part of racing, and this scene is all too common, especially at Key West Race Week where 260 highly competitive boats push hard to win races. The sailing is usually aggressive;...
grinder n.— «Some, like Chris Brittle, are called grinders—muscle machines who crank huge winches. Others are trimmers, fine-tuning the line of every sail. Each time we change course, everyone leaps to the nearest rope or winch handle and...
mahogany reef n. a place where alcoholic drinks are served, especially in a seaside community. Editorial Note: This is a jocular expression associated with sailing and fishing. It is sometimes used as the name of an actual drinking establishment...