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.
Q&A: Swinging on the Hook, Halyard Shackles & Cruising Preparedness
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds on the water.
Add More Gear with Smarter Power Distribution
Understanding power distribution can help you make smarter choices when adding equipment.
Bar Hopping: The Most Dangerous Game?
Crossing a bar safely requires careful planning and good seamanship. A little local knowledge helps, too.
Top 25 Tips for Foul Weather Cruising
Here's how to instill confidence and ensure safety aboard when the skies turn black.
The Ultimate Haul-Out Guide (Includes Free Checklist)
Whether hauling out annually or less often, follow this haul-out game plan to get the most from your time "on the hard."
Get Your Shine On: Top Varnishing Tips for DIYers
A great varnishing job is a blend of smart preparation and time-sensitive application. Here's the right way to do it.
How To Bleed A Diesel Engine
Got an airlocked engine on your hands? Here's how to fix it.
Off the Charts: Pro Advice for Venturing Offshore
Here’s what it really takes to prepare for a long-distance offshore cruise.
Big-Boat Docking: Tools and Techniques
If you address the dual challenges of communication and sightlines, docking becomes a whole lot easier.
Troubled Waters: Washington's Deception Pass
Navigating the Pacific Northwest’s Deception Pass is a challenge, even for experienced skippers.
The Ultimate Impeller Hack
Attempting to re-install a rubber impeller in your engine room? First read this.
Binding Coverage
Insurance shouldn’t be an afterthought. It should be a top priority in any trawler purchase.
Consider Northern Marine Yachts For All Reasons
There's something about a comfortable ride aboard a heavy displacement boat. No drama—just quiet capability, every day.
Arctic Apparition
The idea for this Oso Blanco 54 springs from a bucket-list cruising itinerary.
Quick Tips for Running in Fog
Need to press onward despite limited visibility? Here's what you need to know.
How To Find, Stop & Seal Water Leaks
The problem was easy to see. Figuring out the solution was another matter.
Nautical History: The Unlikely Success of the Haitian Sloop
Whether serving pirates, traders or smugglers, these rustic watercraft are among the most successful small-boat designs in history.
Pro Tip: How To Maintain A Working Windlass
When it comes to your windlass, what you "don’t" see is what needs the most TLC.
Q&A: New Parts for Old Engines, Second-Hand Surveys
Your technical questions answered by some of the most experienced trawler minds on the water.
The Coolant Recovery Bottle: Unsung Hero of the Engine Room
Here's how to make sure your coolant recovery bottle is properly installed and in good working order.
Boat Handling Tips for Mooring Ball Mastery
Safely picking up a mooring will put you in the heart of harbor scenes that only boaters can enjoy.
The Accidental Refit
Ahead of a busy cruising schedule, an ’80s vintage Grand Banks 36 gets a new lease on life.
So Long, Sternbidextrous Life
The double-ended Tyee 33 underscores why two sterns can, sometimes, be better than one.
Before the Deal
Preparing your team and documents before making an offer on a trawler will save you time and hassles.