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)

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FIRST LOOK: STEELER OCEAN EXPLORER 85 • The Dutch builder delivered its largest-ever boat earlier this year.

CHILD’S PLAY • FLIR’s handheld is a safety and navigation tool that’s so simple, even a kid can use it.

Blinded by the Light • Radar has daytime advantages. Here’s how to make the most of them.

Avoidance Navigation • Many chartplotters have built-in features that can be used for observing the surroundings.

Keeping Up Appearances • How to maintain your boat’s exterior during extended voyages.

WILD, WILD WEST • AN ASPEN POWER CATAMARANS RALLY RAISES THE ADVENTURE BAR WITH A TRIP UP VANCOUVER ISLAND’S UNTAMED WEST COAST.

SUSIE Q SETS OFF • THE NEW FLAGSHIP ASPEN C128 IS BUILT FOR ALL KINDS OF CRUISING, FROM THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST TO THE BAHAMIAN SHALLOWS.

ELECTRIC DREAMS • THREE DECADES AGO, I PROMISED MYSELF I’D RETURN TO NORWAY. IN PART ONE OF THIS TWO-PART SERIES, I MADE IT TO THE FJORDS AND COASTAL PORTS OF THE TELEMARK REGION.

FULL CIRCLE • WHY WE CHOSE TO BUILD OUR DREAM VERSION OF A SELENE 60 FROM THE KEEL UP.

THE UNEXPECTED MOMENT • AFTER OVERPLANNING FOR A GULF STREAM CROSSING ON MY REFITTED GRAND BANKS 47, I FOUND MYSELF IN A SCENE THAT WOULD HAVE SHOCKED ANYONE.

Cruising with Intention • Too many boat owners are doing checklist tourism. This way of exploring is a better experience.