Boat Reviews
In-depth power cruiser reviews that give you an inside look at new and used boats of all cruising styles, shapes, and sizes. PassageMaker Magazine, the cruising under power authority, covers the boats, owners, gear, and destinations of those interested in seaworthy, ocean-going motorboats— traditional full-displacement or faster semi-displacement trawlers, efficient lobster-style Down East boats, leading-edge multihulls, spacious pilothouse motor yachts, trailerable pocket cruisers, or even bluewater motorsailers.
Nordhavn 41 Sea Trial Review (w/video)
The N41 is the smallest model Nordhavn now offers, but she makes a big impression.
Top 10 Components of the "Perfect" Great Loop Boat (Podcast)
From air draft to shore-power cords, here's what you really need in a boat to complete America's Great Loop.
Long Haul: One Man's Adventure in Building Custom
Eight years in the making, a custom steel trawler far exceeds its owner’s needs.
New Boat: Apollonian 52
A new boat from a new brand with Pacific Northwest roots, the Apollonian 52 is set up to be easily managed by an owner-operator.
First Look: Leen 56 Trimaran (Video)
Leen Trimarans has launched the first hybrid exploration trimaran, the Leen 56.
Virtual Debut: Aquila 54 Power Catamaran (Video)
Sweeping lines, a dramatic bow profile and wave-piercing bulb technology highlight the Aquila 54, which has made its official debut.
North Pacific 49 Euro
North Pacific Yachts builds its 49 Euro for trawler fans with an affection for contemporary styling.
Preview: Vicem 50 Classic
The fiberglass-constructed new Vicem 50 Classic model makes landfall in the U.S.
Sea Trial Report: Back Cove 39O
The Back Cove 39O, the Maine boatbuilder's second outboard-powered model, is also its quietest yet, registering just 73 decibels at cruise.
Editor's Cut: Hampton Endurance 720 Skylounge (Video)
Tour the Endurance 720 by Hampton Yachts with PM's Editor-in-Chief Andrew Parkinson.
New Models Underway At Nordhavn
Nordhavn Yachts has announced the addition of two new models to its fleet: the N625 and the N71.
Bering Yachts Unveils 72 Explorer
Meet the Bering 72: a versatile explorer yacht designed for owner-friendly navigation and family expeditions.
An Old Fireboat (Re)fit to Live Aboard
Through the stress and strife of endeavoring to bring an old fireboat back to life, an owner finds higher purpose in his labor of love.
The Perfect Great Loop Boat
From air draft to shore-power cords, here are the core components of the ideal Great Loop boat.
Beneteau Antares 11
This smart-looking outboard cruiser is the latest star in the Beneteau constellation.
Sea Trial Report: Helmsman 43E Pilothouse
The semi-displacement, full-keel Helmsman 43E Pilothouse does just what a trawler is supposed to: She goes the distance.
Arksen 85 "Project Ocean"
Designed for sustainable off-grid exploration, Arksen's new 85-footer hits the production line.
Chris Caswell Examines the Leopard 53 Powercat
Whether the goal is family fun, longer-distance cruising or charter service, the Leopard 53 Powercat is worth a look.
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.
Sea Trial Report: Aspen Power Catamarans C108
The Aspen Power Catamarans C108 adds subtle improvements to its predecessors in a multifunctional boat that refuses to compromise.
Peter Frederiksen Sea Trials the Kadey-Krogen Summit 54
The all-new Summit 54 by Kadey-Krogen brings fresh features to fast cruising.
The Allure of a Motoryacht. The Advantages of a Catamaran.
Spend more time on the water. Visit the world's most spectacular cruising grounds.
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.
Northern Marine 57 (Hull No. 6)
Checking in on Northern Marine's 5706, on pace to arrive in early 2021.