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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A Small Cabin on the Water • With a shallow draft, protected keel and efficient outboard power, the Shanty 36 begs you to find your gunkhole.

Immutable Axioms • There is little we can be certain about when boating. Except for these things.

CLASSIC CRUISERS CLUB

Leopard 46 Powercat • THE SOUTH AFRICA-BASED BUILDER CONTINUES TO EXPAND AND IMPROVE THE LINE, WITH ITS LATEST LAUNCH OFFERING THREE-AND FOUR-STATEROOM VERSIONS.

Salmon Dill Croissant • These sandwiches come together fast and easy, utilizing canned salmon.

Navigating Under Bridges • Part II: Communicating with bridgetenders, understanding opening schedules and maneuvering in close quarters.

Corrosion and Rust Never Sleep • Staying ahead of them both on stainless steel and anodized aluminum requires diligence.

Speaking Their Languages • Understanding the way marine electronics communicate can help you troubleshoot failures.

Happiness is in the Sole • Appropriate footwear for boating, and for pre-and post-boating activities, is not a one-shoe job.

A GIANT AWAKENS • NORTHERN MARINE LAUNCHES ITS FIRST 57 SINCE THE START OF THE PANDEMIC, WITH THE YARD UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP.

THE 90% TOOLKIT • Nearly all jobs on a boat can be done with a relatively small assortment of tools.

The Other 10 Percent • These tools are nice to have on board, but I put them in the category of being useful for only about 10 percent of the jobs that I need to do.

ACCIDENTAL RESCUE • A PLEASURE CRUISE TO THE DRY TORTUGAS BECOMES A ROUGH-WEATHER MISSION OF MERCY.

THE ABCs OF BONAIRE • THIS SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN ISLAND OFFERS CRUISERS COUNTLESS WONDERS ABOVE AND BELOW THE WATER.

The Right Stuff • How to get the most out of an electronics upgrade at your helm.

All About the Survey • Survey days are long. They can be overwhelming. They’re still worth every last minute and dollar.

Through The Looking Glass • A view of the 1889 Arthur Foss tug through the portlight of the lightship Swiftsure. Both vessels are being restored by Seattle’s Northwest Seaport.