Boomerang Tool Super SNIP Fishing Line Cutter Crafted with precision and durability in mind, this nifty tool from Boomerang Tool Company is designed to effortlessly cut through fishing lines of all types with ease and efficiency. Its compact and ergonomic design fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, ensuring a firm grip even in wet or slippery conditions. Equipped with a durable stainless steel blade, the Super Snip delivers clean and precise cuts, making it indispensable for on-the-water line management. Whether you’re retying rigs, trimming excess line, or freeing your catch from tangle ..read more

Photography by Charity Burggraaf and Tucker + Hossler By James O. Fraioli /Photography by Charity Burggraaf and Tucker + Hossler April is here, and that means it’s time to showcase a delectable array of ocean flavors at your next gathering. With a variety of Pacific Northwest seafood available at local grocery stores and markets, get ready to fill your spring platters and boards with an impressive collection of mouthwatering bites that capture the essence of our region’s coastal bounty while celebrating its rich culinary heritage. The following recipes are courtesy of Fremont Mischief Distille ..read more

Photo Courtesy of Hampton Yacht Group At first glance, the beautiful new Hampton Endurance 630 for 2025 may seem like a lot of cruiser to handle, but it’s actually designed to be operated by just two people. The 630 is the smallest long-range cruiser in the Endurance series, measuring 66’8”, but its 19’ beam makes it feel like a much larger vessel, giving it plenty of room for luxury amenities and socializing spaces. Most interior spaces are appointed with rich Makore cherry wood paneling, teak decking, and holly flooring, bringing touches of elegance throughout the vessel. Stepping through th ..read more

Photo by Mikaela Judd [ flight plans ] Kenmore Air to Fly from South Sound to San Juan Island Soon Now that spring is in the air, it’s getting easier to take flight, thanks to an expanding partnership between Kenmore Air and the Puyallup Tribe. Beginning next month, Kenmore Air will offer two new daily flights from the Tacoma area to the boater-friendly playgrounds of San Juan Island. Starting May 16, Kenmore is scheduling morning and afternoon round-trip seaplane flights from the Puyallup Tribal Air Terminal on Ruston Way to the Roche Harbor and Friday Harbor marinas. The planes used in the s ..read more

This Little Turtlebox Rocks For those who still have some work to do on their boat’s audio system, here’s an option that lets you carry your tunes anywhere the party is headed. This new Gen 2 version of the Turtlebox portable speaker produces up to 120 decibels of good-time sound. Enclosed in a rugged, 100% waterproof, dustproof casing, the 12”-wide sound machine includes a titanium and stainless steel frame capable of withstanding the punishment of outdoor recreation. Powered by a nine-cell, 85-watt-hour lithium-ion battery pack, the lightweight, 10-pound unit gives you 20+ hours of playtime ..read more

Photo by Nathaniel Sisco Built in 2018, this Ocean Alexander 70 Evolution is made for luxurious cruising, with ample space for socializing and entertainment, but also has exceptional stability for long-range excursions. Playbook is constructed with advanced composite materials and hydraulic zero-speed fin stabilizers, providing the smoothest possible ride on choppy seas. Stepping aboard the hydraulic, teak-lined swim platform, one notices there is plenty of room to park a 13’ Walker Bay tender (2019). A centerline transom door provides access to the crew quarters and engine room. A few steps u ..read more

Photos Courtesy of Worth Avenue Yachts With a super sleek, swept back silhouette, designed by Apollonio Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering Services, this 2005 LeClercq certainly has speed as one of its top selling points. Its twin Detroit Diesel 12V92s produce 1,100 hp, allowing it to cruise smoothly at 17 knots and go to 24 knots on a full sprint. But behind the speed, this LeClercq 82’ superyacht, called Sea Spur, also provides meticulous luxury and refinement.   Entering from the aft SeaLift hydraulic swim step, you are greeted by an airy gathering space, with curved ..read more

Photo by Jan Anderson March is a bit of a perplexing time in Seattle. The city is still very much in the depths of winter, but for the local sailboat racing crowd, it marks the beginning of the spring racing scene—though it often feels like the start drags spring into Puget Sound kicking and screaming. The first so-called spring sailing season event is the Center Sound Series, hosted out of Shilshole Marina by the Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle. The initial race of the three-part series is a short 21-mile lap around Blakely Rock just off Bainbridge Island. It is a vital shakedown for racing ..read more

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