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Outstanding in every respect. Story, boat, pictures, videos, ending. The epitome of every man's dream, done in a classicly tasteful way. Thank you for bringing us along.

I've been in the PNW too long. Being out of the wind/rain/sun, but still able to see is nice. My dermatologist would also support my choices....

The irony of Norm's Boat and the Birdwatcher is that they are probably pretty pleasant to be aboard. I confess pride of ownership would not be a problem for me. Pride in having built one's own...

Sheeting angle affects windward performance notably. So too, does age/cut/shape of sails. If old, you're potentially getting drag and heeling moment instead of drive. These two things alone will...

ALMOST, but...not really. Drake makes me want to row! However, I immediately want a sail, a bit more beam, blah, blah, blah. Nonetheless, she's beautiful as is.

Silly me, I want to see where...

While--Technically-- you might gain efficiency with your proposed solution, and to other's points, this has been done via a number of acceptable solutions, I'd suggest that the difference in a small...

Chris,

I 'get' what you're looking for with regard to the 'Look'. But the very things that attract you to a boat like the Folkboat are somewhat incompatible when you add in 'trailerability' and...

It's actually a pretty cool looking little keel cat. Would love to know the design. That being said ....

It's a cold winter and that wood is probably pretty well seasoned. It'll burn hot in the...

Small boats = wet boats at times. I suspect that anything adequate enough to reduce spray will not be particularly aesthetically pleasing. However, this raises a point upon which I've pondered for...

For whatever reason, I've been attracted to the Noordkaper 28c periodically. Not something I'd normally go for but it does speak to me nonetheless. Not likely cheap. Not wood. Definitely a little...

Ian's comment prompted a thought on something I've experienced. Those fine waterlines aft mean that when sailing you still need to keep your weight centered similar to when rowing. Consequently,...

Yup, waterline is everything and the Lynx doesn't have a long one! In fact, my 5 year old grandson can peddle the 14' Hobie Oasis tandem faster than I can pedal the Lynx--with his 230# Dad riding...

Another vote/accolade for the Hobie Lynx! We love ours. No, it's not wood. Yes, they are pricey, ok, expensive, but they're very light weight, require no maintenance other than rinsing and very fun...

And a very Lovely shop it is, too!

@Shopjock

Most of the boats on your list are pretty much what I’d call traditional sail and oar type boats that have the ‘look’ of a great boat. However, your willingness to consider some more...

I think I'd be tempted to try again with a fresh zinc but in a new marina. If the problem reoccurs, then it's in your system. I've heard of marina's hot enough to do some serious damage. Heck, in...

For camp cruising and spending time aboard and 'maybe' for two, I'd be looking really hard at the Ilur. Ultimately, I've determined that I need/want two things that are non-negotiable. 1) Good...

rgthom, I really, really, like where you and Paul are going with this. The pram style is a great one, both traditional and good looking to my eye. I'm less enthusiastic about having your bunk...

$95k is an indicator that the owner just wants it gone. A boat of this size and capability (in decent shape) should be north of $250k. I therefore conclude it has at least $150k in KNOWN...

Well, certainly there's oil in their fuel tanks but as a bulker, it typically carries hard, dry stuff. (caveat, SOME can do an either / or type of thing but that's pretty rare for the most part) I...

That would be an improvement when it comes to trailering. I’m wondering if that change came when they made the Daysailer II model change?

I spent my 'yute' in an Oday Daysailer. Funny enough, I never thought of it as too sporty. Per Willin's post above, they do NOT like sailing without the jib. On one occasion, I tried to reef by...

No worries! I figured that was pretty much the deal but was being a little silly…!

Crap! I’m a retired Master Mariner and I don’t know what a ‘bullstander’ is….

I’ve been scouring Small Boats Monthly (am subscribed), along with Offcenter Harbor, Duckworks, Oughtred, Jordan boats, Selway Fisher, CLC, the whole gamut. Nothing ​quite seems to fit… yet…

FF, always love watching the Two Luggers at Play video…

I’m in the process of having a mothership designed that will be able to carry a reasonable sized sail and oar type boat. I want ‘more than...

I had the same reaction as Wizbang. Sure looks like paint on the zinc. Can’t say that I’ve seen zinc turn dark like that otherwise. (But I haven’t seen much…)

Nice looking little boat. Sort of an enlarged Shellback/Poohduck dinghy. I found the Poohduck to be fun to sail, but a little tough to row against a chop. (Too big and too light, relatively...

So, are you simply stretching the Long Steps or enlarging it in length AND beam? The standing headroom requirement seems to complicate things. Perhaps leave enough cockpit aft of the panels to...

Two very cool/beautiful/fun boats! They each, in their own way, stir up my daydreaming/sketching* juices. Thanks for sharing.

* I need a small marina (in a variety of locations) to sail all the...

That there 2 foot-itis can be debilitating….

Glad the First Mate is ‘IN” and looking forward to seeing what choices you make.

@Rumars

So glad you layed it out so succinctly. These ARE the issues when one is considering electric. The siren call of no hydrocarbons is strong.

@JimL

Indeed. You are a wise man…

Yeah, Willin, but it’s less about motoring that 100 all at once and more about having a bit left ‘in the tank’ after 3 -5 days out cruising and not ‘having’ to go find a marina for a night.

Electric power is fun to chat and exchange opinions on. With some exceptions either way, it seems a 20-30 nm range at 5 knots is well within reach. Today’s typical weekend cruiser and 2 week summer...

Electric is making improvements every year and holds a great potential for certain uses. Emphasis on ‘certain uses’. Until you have a 100+ mile range at ‘normal’ cruising speed, electric requires a...

One other quick thought regarding the feathering capability of the Sabb. In all likelihood, you can’t get a folding prop to fit due to the prop placement and rudder location. A feathering prop can...

I know that I’ve ALWAYS wanted a Sabb ever since I saw one in a friend’s boat, lo, these many years ago. They are simple and comforting and easy to understand. The controllable pitch feature has...

Untidy boat for sale pics equals and untidy owner which equals BIG questions regarding the actual condition of a wood boat...

Sadly, one day it will likely sink at its slip and be expensive to...

Steve, the Oonagh is in my top 3 contenders list, as is Doug's Crab Skiff. The cool thing about the Oonagh is that while it's on the smaller side of the goal, it is a pram which makes it really more...

Thad, I think you're asking the right question and one I ask myself as I also consider a 14-16' boat. However back support combined with butt support that keeps you out of the inevitable bilge/spray...

Had some recent thoughts myself regarding a crab skiff or other sharpie/skiff design. Traditional construction I guess is a personal choice, but you seem to have a fairly significant size range...

The quest for ultimate efficiency leads one into a never ending loop. I suspect that at the speeds you're looking at, absolute hull efficiency may not be the best place to focus. For instance, I'm...

Lots of good food for thought. I’m thinking Doug H’s Point Comfort 23 would provide the good ‘bones’ for what you’re looking for. While able to use a larger ICE outboard, she’d do pretty good at...

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I've enjoyed sailing my Poohduck over the years. However, my jib is still 'fresh' and unused in the sail bag. I really enjoy the simplicity of a single lug sail and never felt under powered....

Paul Gartside has the 'eye'.

What about this? https://store.gartsideboats.com/collections/rowboats-and-a-pedal-boat/products/14ft-plywood-pram-design-222

That trailer looks a little undersized for the boat. (Always admired the Houdini,btw). You’d have to put all gear well forward to have adequate tongue weight and don’t trailer it with the outboard in...

Yup. What he/they said.

I’ve come to call it my own personal weight loss program. The Dr removes little bits of me periodically. Personally, I don’t want anymore removed from my nose... pretty...

You make a fair point about how sailors from a previous era approached safety. However, I’m assuming that racing events often led to extreme risk taking with occasional tragic results. Another...

Back in 'the day', with traditional building methods, strength was a big deal. Builders and designers worked hard to build a strong structure with the materials at hand. Heavy, 'half tide' boats...

I wouldn’t touch ‘em with a 10 foot pole! Gift shop crap, but bigger. That 6’ canoe is a death trap if you put it in the water... I mean, c’mon! The other things Chris points out are dead give...