PassageMaker

PassageMaker Magazine (PMM) is the market leader covering the boats, people, gear, and destinations for the trawler and cruising-under-power lifestyle. Over the years it has evolved to connect the marine industry to consumers through print, digital, online, and in-person brands (Trawler Fest, Trawler Fest University, and Trawler Port)

Riding Among Giants

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New Classic • Husk has modern features and amenities in a traditional package.

Nordhavn N96 • Hull No. 18 of the series summered in the Pacific Northwest and will continue on a six-year, around-the-world trip in the spring.

Arksen 85 • The adventure outfit has splashed the first of two of its 85-foot, all-aluminum explorer vessels.

Making a Good Thing Better • After a run of more than two decades, Outer Reef re-engineers its 650 Classic.

North-Line 42 Wheelhouse • This Dutch-built, ocean-ready vessel takes cues from workboats that ply rugged waters.

Classic Look, Smart Purpose • Seattle Yachts is bringing back the SeaPiper 35, a trawler for cruisers who know exactly what they want.

Shrimp Fajitas • This simple, go-to recipe will spice up things in your galley.

NATURE’S PERFECT SYMMETRY • Shutterbug Joël Marc captured this fluke of a shot somewhere in the South Pacific. He and his wife, Dominique, have logged over a quarter-million nautical miles at sea.

Rendering a Smart Verdict • During any sea trial prior to purchasing a trawler, you are the final judge and jury.

Stop, Thief! • Follow these three tips to keep the boating bad guys at bay.

Storm Drogues and Sea Anchors, Explained • Often confused as serving the same purpose, these types of equipment have different uses and deployments.

FEATURES OF A PROPERLY DESIGNED STORM DROGUE OR SEA ANCHOR

Sealing the Deal • Caulking and adhesives are vital to keeping the water out of your boat.

Redundancy Matters • A power failure at sea highlights the ins and outs of multi-voltage systems.

STEEL THE ONE • On the eve of 75 years in boatbuilding, Holland-based Linssen Yachts continues to craft classically styled, full-displacement vessels.

The Innovators • Volvo Penta offers a look at its hybrid propulsion system and a culture capable of changing boating.

POWERFUL IDEAS • TECHNOLOGY IS LETTING BOATERS JETTISON THE GENERATOR, ALONG WITH ITS WEIGHT, NOISE, VIBRATION AND SPACE CONSUMPTION.

Fit to be Tied • The skills of boat owners come in handy when dealing with life on land.