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)

SIGHTLINES

Legends Old and New

PassageMaker

CLASSIC CRUISERS CLUB

The Copper Conundrum • California and Washington state are vying to lead the nation in reducing environmental harm from copper-based bottom paints.

Lean Life, Good Life • THE BLUE FIN 42 IS FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO GET THERE JUST A LITTLE BIT FASTER.

The Grant Game • Researchers have built entire careers “discovering” stuff that we boaters already know.

Salmon, Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup

Tip of the Month • Low engine hours tell two stories.

Wait. Where am I? • Disorientation is a real phenomenon in boating, especially during docking maneuvers.

Canvas Care • Don’t let folks judge your boat by its covers. Here’s how to bring old vinyl back to spec.

15 CANVAS CLEANING TIPS

Electrical Parasites? • Yup—your boat has them, and they’re constantly feeding, sometimes to the point that you can step aboard and find your batteries drained.

It’s About Time • Things can move surprisingly fast between making an offer and closing the deal.

New Waypoints • The Beneteau Grand Trawler 62 flagship makes her debut with room to move and horsepower to spare.

THE INSPIRATION • Robert Beebe inspired legions of long-distance cruisers, and continues to do so today.

NEW LIFE FOR A LEGEND

FAR & WIDE • A couple cruising the Great Loop on their 34-foot power catamaran has learned, once again, why they prefer the cat to a monohull.

PARTING SHOT