CHANGING WORLD
May 15, 2017
The world of cruising yachts is dominated by diesel power, but before diesel came on the scene there were boats powered by electric motors. These
The world of cruising yachts is dominated by diesel power, but before diesel came on the scene there were boats powered by electric motors. These
Boat buyers often take strong positions on galley stoves, insisting that they would never expose themselves to the risks of an explosion posed by propane.
Following up Technical Editor Nigel Calder’s 2-part series, marine expert and PassageMaker contributor Steve D’Antonio takes a stab at why he believes the marine world is not yet ready for Hybrid technology.
In the second half of Nigel Calder’s Hybrid series, the author argues the hybrid technology is not just about propulsion, but supporting comforts.
If you’re curious about hybrid technology on the water, sit down, roll-up your sleeves and enjoy your first lesson from one of the world’s foremost experts, Nigel Calder.
Once an exception, large house battery banks have become virtually de rigueur. In the not too distant past, two of the industry’s ubiquitous 8D batteries
The Ins And Outs Of Marine VHF By: Joe Minick VHF RADIO GLOSSARY Automatic Identification System (AIS): A system used by ships and Vessel Traffic
Even if your boat’s bonding system and anodes (sometimes referred to as “zincs”) are in top working condition, it’s possible that a vessel may still
Because of the potential for disaster it possesses, wiring should be routed above “normal” bilge water levels and in cases where this cannot be avoided—bilge
When I include a segment in my Trawler Fest lectures about shorepower transformers I often ask attendees these three questions: “How many folks have a
Andre Lay and Cavendish are back on the brine and on Trawler Talk! Lay returns to his SeaPiper 37 in southern Mexico to resume his
For the series flagship, the Australia-based builder holds fast to what makes this model line a sensation.
Explore Lady Di, the Nordhavn 80 with a bespoke Vripack interior—where custom design meets luxury, innovation, and ocean-ready performance.
B/OLD redefines classic trawler design with modernist styling, innovative features, and ocean-ready performance. Discover this bold 50-ft vessel’s details.
Join us in beautiful Anacortes as Trawlerfest partners with the Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show for an amazing event
Four intrepid women spent over two months on a cruise up the Inside Passage of British Columbia on a North Pacific 28.
How to Spot, Fix & Prevent Shaft Seal Leaks on Cruising Boats
Whether on a coastal hop or cruising toward a faraway harbor, a passagemaking yacht meeting a new day is a sheer delight.
Discover how Captain Luuc Klop transformed a rugged, unfinished 44-foot pilothouse trawler into “Barabbas”—a stunning, family-friendly passagemaker.
Learn life-saving tips for surviving a plunge into cold water. Stay calm, prevent hypothermia, and ensure safety with expert advice for cold-water emergencies.
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