Wild, Wild West
An Aspen Power Catamarans rally raises the adventure bar with a trip up Vancouver Island’s untamed west coast.
For Cruisers & Liveaboards
Cruising
Destinations, seamanship, and the systems that keep you moving.
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La Dolce Vita
Day-tripping aboard a modern Gozzo cruiser reveals Italy’s historically vibrant and delectably delicious Amalfi Coast.
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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.
Liveaboard Life — Self-sufficiency, systems, and long-range
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Boating First Aid Kit: Treating Onboard Injuries
Essential wound care tips and first aid strategies every cruiser should know before leaving the dock.
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Living by the Dock on the Bay
A liveaboard in San Francisco says a minimalist mindset and staying ahead of maintenance are key to the aquatic life.
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Making It Happen
Nordhavn is seeing more female owner-operators than ever. These two continue to bust through obstacles while embracing big adventures.
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Riding Solo: How I Learned To Love Singlehanded Cruising
Couples cruising can be fun, but it can be equally romantic just sitting by yourself at anchor under a full…
All Cruising Stories
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When the Bottom Moves
Groundings often happen in the places we think we know. These are the reasons why.
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A 10,000-Nautical-Mile Delivery
Nathan and Lindsay of the 71 Percent—the can’t stop, won’t stop power cruisers—completed a “wrong way” crossing of the Pacific Ocean.
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Tangerine Dream
A small crew finds the adventure they wanted on a bucket-list journey to Greenland aboard a custom aluminum yacht.
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A Thin Space
Cruisers face challenges getting to Princess Louisa Inlet, but it’s worth it to experience this cruising ground’s natural beauty.
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Pro Boat Handling: Timing the Tide
When you can’t go any faster or slower, there are other options to help you arrive safely.
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Dash of Salt: Now We’re Talking
Let’s bring back these nautical words and terms. They’re better than the way we communicate today.
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When Minutes Matter
Island time is great, except in an emergency. This medevac service is for boaters who need help fast.
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Another Kind of Epic
We follow the path of explorers who ran the Northwest Passage over a century ago, but our journey is a lot more…
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A Dash of Salt: Carpe Diem
We can spend years planning for a bucket-list trip and then life gets in the way. Go now.