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

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CLASSIC CRUISERS CLUB • Holly O’Brien had lived her life near water but had never owned a boat. That changed in 2020, when she bought the 47-foot Gulfstar trawler Audrey. With her partner, Jeff St. Cyr, who has lived on and around boats all his life, the pair moved Audrey to Florida and is planning exciting cruising adventures.

Alaskan Inspiration • I know, you think I forgot to draw the cockpit. The client didn’t want one—and with good reason.

Crab Cake Eggs Benedict • Move over, Canadian bacon. This dish is the king of the onboard brunch.

Making Scents of the Sea • Many have tried, but none have gotten it quite right.

Tip of the Month How much rode?

Ask an Expert • Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds afloat.

First Things First • If you’re trying to learn the basics as a new boater, or even if you just need a brushup, this is a good way to get started.

Why Proactive Maintenance Matters • Things that sit idle stop working, and won’t reveal themselves until it’s too late.

Beware the Chilling Effect • Overheating isn’t the only concern with engines. Running too cool can also lead to problems.

The Dread of the Deadhead • Root-balls, bobbers and various other varieties are a menace that’s best avoided.

Dodging the Dread

Return to Glory • A yacht designer is tasked with helping to restore a treasured Huckins to prior beauty, while upgrading her to cruise into the 21st century.

PIER TO PEERS • A family learns that remote cruising can make dockside fast friendships even more important.

BIG LITTLE CRUISER • The Banjo 20 is hard to resist during a visit to boatbuilder Sam Devlin’s workship.

Stitch-and-Glue Process, Simplified

Best of the Best • MANY CRUISERS CALL FRENCH POLYNESIA THE WORLD’S CRUISING MECCA. THE LEEWARD SOCIETY ISLANDS ARE MUCH OF THE REASON WHY.

PARTING SHOT