Rethinking the Cat
Zurn Yacht Design and New England Boatworks team up on a radical new catamaran concept that’s ideal for island time.
Technical
From battery selection and yacht maintenance on your trawler, to fuel system design and filtration, to stabilizers and hydraulics, to refits and repairs, to engines types and oil, our selection of technical articles offers you a wide range of subjects. Where power cruiser technical articles are concerned, chances are good if you’re interested in it, we’ve written about it.
Pacific Powerhouse
A forward-thinking owner’s 92-foot steel expedition trawler can cruise for months at a time without plugging in to shore power.
The Merits and Drawbacks of Engine Redundancy
Is get-home power really necessary? Seldom-used get-home engines might not work when you need them most.
Tried, True and Brand New
Huckins’ Hybrid Sportsman 38 pairs the best of last century with tomorrow’s technology.
Mapping the Sea Floor with Lasers
The next step in mapping, LiDAR utilizes high-tech lasers to give us the most accurate maps yet.
Blow-By, Puke Jugs & CCVs
Manage these engine exhaust system components to keep your diesels firing on all cylinders.
The Science and Art of Rejuvenating Propellers
Computers are great, but some propellers still demand a craftsman.
Navigation Lost
For all the precision of modern technology, sometimes there’s no substitute for the tried-and-true art of dead reckoning.
There’s More Than Meets the Eye at IBEX
Amid a dizzying array of press conferences and product demos, not-so-undercover agent Phil Friedman deep-dives in search of something else.
New Pony, Better Tricks - The John Deere 4045SFM Marine Engine
John Deere delivers a lightweight power option that packs a punch.
Troubleshooter: Best Practices When Under Tow
Following a few basic procedures can ensure that you and your boat arrive with no more problems than the one that stopped you in the first place.
Mastering the Ups and Downs of Tides
he better we intrinsically understand tides and tidal currents in the areas we navigate, the better we can anticipate which charted hazards are actually hazardous to us, and which are merely interesting.
The Story of Evinrude Outboard Motors
Evinrude built the first outboard motor, and an empire that endures today.
The Cutting Edge: Codega Design
Here's how pointy boats with outboards could make cruising cheap again.
Seamanship: Time and Tide, Part One
A look at the physics behind our tides and why it matters for the everyday seafarer.
Troubleshooter: How Long Will My Engine Last?
Eventually, time and wear catch up and the situation will call for a rebuild, a remanufactured engine, or a new engine.
Coastal Craft: A Product of Passion
In the small coastal community of Gibsons BC Coastal Craft has a strong team that produces a beautiful product.
Winegard WiFi Extender
Getting descent internet on your boat can be a pain, Winegard offers a solid solution.
Troubleshooter: Shorepower Danger
The Definitive Guide To What You Need To Know About Shorepower Code Changes - It Could Save Your Life.
Blue Tape: The Universal Light Dimmer
In this 'Postscript' from Peter Swanson he follows up on preserving your night vision with the best way to dim all those pilothouse lights - painter's tape.
How to Maneuver Your Boat in Close Quarters
The expertise you employ maneuvering in close quarters has as much to do with skill as it does with proper planning.