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In search of the wily ‘hummigator’

The anchoring experience is a benchmark of wonderful cruising. Relaxing in the cockpit, listening to the wind in the trees ashore, hearing the gentle waves

Trawler talk about cruising grounds

Kevin and Donna Steele, Nordic Tug 39 CarefreeOn weekend cruising and beyond The good: The solar panels on the pilothouse roof allow us to keep

A new adventure every day

Geography lessons from the trawler clan Bob and Sharon Bond bought their Krogen 42 in 2007 and named her Big Run. They spent their first

Checklist for your cruising destination

These lists are by no means complete and Soundings encourages readers to e-mail additions, as well as the reasoning behind the suggestions. Great Loop/ICW/Chesapeake Bay40-plus-gallon

Easy cruising at 65 mph

You can cover a lot of miles with a trailerable trawler Story and photos by George Sass Sr. Until recently, most of my cruising has

Q&A: Cruising strategies

Should I “ride a cold front down” when I’m sailing south along the East Coast in the fall? I recommend against it, except in rare

Painting Michael Keane

Inspired by Catboats

Maritime artist Michael Keane was known for his use of color and fine detail, which imbued his works with a romantic atmosphere. In Reaching Cats, he captures the serenity of a summer day on the water in New England.

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Boat Solar Installation Guide

A well-designed solar system ensures your boat’s batteries stay charged and systems run without noisy generators or shore power. But installation can be complicated. Here’s what you need to know.

A short white motored catamaran on the water on an overcast day.

A Boat for Anne

After his wife had a stroke that made their 50-foot trawler unusable, a husband commissioned a handicapped-accessible power cat. They took delivery in May 2021, and for the rest of the summer, with family and friends, they explored the waters near their house.

Constitution Marina, which accommodates nearly 300 boats, is in the heart of the city and within walking distance of sites such as the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall .

Make Fast in Boston 

As boaters continue to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday, there’s no better time for a cruise to Boston, where the nation’s history is just steps from the dock.

An enclosed motorboat cruising through the water in profile.

The All-Weather Targa 41

When the forecast turns ugly, the Targa 41 inspires confidence, delivering the  solid, comfortable ride that has defined the brand for decades.

Illustration by Jim Ewing

Classic Boats: Tiara 3100

This express cruiser hit the market in 1979, was an almost instant hit, and stayed in production for a long time.

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Krogen 36 Manatee

Mary and Chris Kelleher refurbished their Krogen 36 Manatee for their Great Loop adventure.

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