Balancing the Equation
The Apollonian 52 was designed from the start to fill a void in the market for 50-foot cruising boats.
Big Little Cruiser
The Banjo 20 is hard to resist during a visit to boatbuilder Sam Devlin’s workshop.
New Life for a Legend
A cruising couple takes on the significant task of bringing Beebe's original "Passagemaker" back to form.
Meet the Man Who "Really" Started Charter in the BVI
History credits Jack Von Ost with the advent of BVI charter. But there was another man before him. His name is Paul Gouin—and we sat down with him for an unexpected history lesson.
Back in the BVI
The pandemic still poses some travel challenges, but now may be the best time in years to charter in the islands.
November/December Issue Preview: Legends Old and New
we explore the pioneering life of Robert Beebe, catamaran cruising, electrical parasites (yes, your boat has them), and more.
Life Proof 35 Full Cabin: Review & Sea Trial Report
The military-grade Life Proof 35 Full Cabin can do many things that trawlers do—at more than twice the speed.
A Need for Speed
Editor-in-chief Andrew Parkinson reflects on the remarkable modern age of passage making.
Electric Boat Completes All-Solar Generated Cruise to Alaska
A father, a son, and a dream of zero-impact passage making culminates in a record-setting 1,400 mile voyage.
Refit Reality
There comes a time in every older trawler’s life when her owner is consumed by the desire to spit on his palms, hoist the black flag and consider a major refit.
North Pacific 49 Euro
North Pacific Yachts builds its 49 Euro for trawler fans with an affection for contemporary styling.
Gratification Aplenty Close To Shore
Coastal cruising has generated some of my most enduring memories and all the challenges I’ll ever need.
The Cruising Spirit
Ready to get back to cruising? In a roundabout way, the lessons of 2020 prepared us for the uncharted waters of 2021.
Arksen 85 "Project Ocean"
Designed for sustainable off-grid exploration, Arksen's new 85-footer hits the production line.
DIY and the IKEA Effect
There’s no greater satisfaction in a boat owner’s life than the act of pouring blood and sweat into a project worth doing.
Helmsman Launches 43E Pilothouse Hull No. 1
New model is a progression from the 38E, a TrawlerFest Best in Show award winner that debuted in 2016.
Step Inside the Marlow Explorer 58E Hull No. 16
The newest 58E sports a new beach club feature and modern interior design, and has top and cruising speeds almost 3 knots faster than her predecessors, using similar-output engines.
EXCLUSIVE Interview: Fleming 85 Unveiled
Fleming's Duncan Cowie and Adi Shard discuss the all-new flagship Fleming 85 with Passagemaker editor-in-chief Andrew Parkinson.
The Bright Side
For all of our sacrifices this year for the greater good, from the maelstrom came a few important lessons for us mariners.
Northern Marine 57 (Hull No. 6)
Checking in on Northern Marine's 5706, on pace to arrive in early 2021.
The Show Goes On
The fall boat show season is always a sleigh ride, but this year is a whole new game.
Change in Latitude, Change in Attitude
I’m looking forward to my next cheeseburger in paradise, and I hope you are too.
How To Make the Perfect Margarita
The summer cruising season is here. Is your margarita game shipshape?
Brave New World
In the midst of a pandemic, I've been planning my next waterborne endeavors. Haven't you?
Treasures, Past and Future
Will our own cruising rituals of today at all resemble our children’s nautical endeavors of tomorrow?
MJM 53z
The latest dual-capability cruiser from MJM balances the scales between small-boat exploration and yachtlike comfort.
Anything Goes
Pondering the modern definition of passagemaking and what the future might hold.
Greenline 48 Coupe
The Greenline 48 Coupe has kilowatts to spare, so much so that the Great Loop beckons.
First Look: Grand Banks 85
The builder’s new flagship will put up 30 knots while putting down minimal wake.
Take The Reins Of The Hampton Endurance 720
With its newest Endurance 720, Hampton Yachts delivers a workhorse that’s not hard to handle.
A Lesson on Being Prepared
Never underestimate the little things that can turn south in a hurry on the water.
Burger 48 Cruiser: Strong, Fast & Elegant
Wisconsin Builder Goes Small While Retaining Big-Boat Feel
Hurry Up and Take Your Time
Krogen Express goes fast (or slow) in the land of chill.
Long Range, Reimagined
Outer Reef’s newest 700 Classic Series Motoryacht is a customized take on a proven performer.
Stairway to Heaven
The reimagined enclosed-bridge version of the Grand Banks 60 delivers much more than a higher vantage point.
Rethinking the Cat
Zurn Yacht Design and New England Boatworks team up on a radical new catamaran concept that’s ideal for island time.
Palm Beach International Boat Show
The Passagemaker team heads to Palm Beach this weekend, where more than $1.2 billion worth of boats and accessories are on display.
From the Pilothouse: The Long Way Home
New Editor in Chief Andrew Parkinson introduces himself
Live from Miami: Day 2
Catch up on all the top news from Day Two of the Miami boat shows.
Live from Miami: Day 1
Catch up on all the top news from opening day at the Miami boat shows.
It’s Showtime in Miami
All eyes are on the ‘Magic City’ this week as two major boat shows run concurrently through Monday. And we’ve got you covered.
Palm Beach 45: Solid As A Rock
The Palm Beach 45 gives an owner new confidence in offshore cruising.