The Skipper’s Paradox
June 18, 2025
Sometimes, being good enough at the helm isn’t good enough at all.
Sometimes, being good enough at the helm isn’t good enough at all.
Proper fuel management is key to hassle-free, long-range power cruising.
Mastering locks is an art, but with practice and patience, boaters can build confidence.
Consulting tide charts for safe arrival and departure is good practice, but tidal currents need to be considered as well.
Seasickness can strike even the saltiest captain, but measures can be taken to avoid the dread.
Adapting to new technology may be harder for some boaters than others, but it’s the way of the future.
An exciting and busy Trawlerfest reminds me that it’s never too late to go back to the basics of boat handling.
Responsible boat handling and good seamanship require balancing helm technology with situational awareness.
Properly equipping a boat for shorthanded cruising can make the experience a whole lot better.
The latest Nordhavn 71 to hit the brine, Hull No. 3, has made her way up the West Coast, bound for Canada and beyond.
It took this couple a decade to build the boat of their dreams, a Diesel Swan 55
This couple rebuilt a classic former tugboat as they lived aboard and built their family.
September 23-27, 2025
This wooden classic was refit for a life on the rich emerald waters of the Salish Sea and beyond.
The latest model adds a full walkaround layout, a new hull design and an optional solar array.
Bearings From The Editor’s Desk
Exploring the Florida Mini-Loop: A Cruiser’s Dream
Don’t let fuel system neglect leave you dead in the water.
Trawler Talk Podcast from Passagemaker
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