Proving that one does not need to be wealthy to enjoy a lifetime of fulfillment aboard a cruising sailboat, this collection contains anecdotes from eight experienced sailors who have voyaged safely and comfortably aboard boats ranging from 16½-foot centerboard gaff cutters to ocean-going 22-foot cutters. Included is the story of the Sea Dart, the small sailboat made famous by adventurer Tristan Jones in his bestselling book, The Incredible Voyage. Contributors relate how they could afford larger, more complex boats but have resisted the urge to upgrade for reasons both practical and philosophical. Topics covered include boat selection, cooking, toilet facilities, ventilation, sleeping, and seamanship.
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"Indeed inspirational. It shows that big bucks and big boats aren't necessary to go cruising." —Sailing
"Very detailed accounts, not of extended passages or nautical disaster . . . but simple day-to-day life aboard their variously sized pocket cruisers." —Watercraft (UK)
About the Author
Stan Grayson has studied and sailed small boats for over 30 years and is the author of Cape Cod Catboats and Old Marine Engines. He lives in Marblehead, Massachusetts.
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28 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
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An inspiration to buck the trend,
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This review is from: Sailing Small: Inspiration and Instruction for the Pocket Cruiser (Paperback)
After recently realising that a small, traditional boat can have many advantages over today's 'dream boat', it was a delight to discover others that share the experience. As I learn about the capabilities of my 18' gaff yawl, this book provides inspiration for fit-out, handling, rigging and, above all, the immense capabilities of a variety of well-designed small craft. By following the example of these writers, you'll be sailing sooner, more often and have more fun.
24 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
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Nice stories about small boats,
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This review is from: Sailing Small: Inspiration and Instruction for the Pocket Cruiser (Paperback)
This books owners tell about their experiences with 8 small boats. If you think you must buy a big boat, read this and you'll see it's not so. Just depends on your application and how squished you're willing to be on a longer passage. The different writing styles and perspectives of the various owners is a pleasure.
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Sailing Small feeds big day dreams!,
By KW "A1CPeanut" (Pacific Northwest) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Sailing Small: Inspiration and Instruction for the Pocket Cruiser (Paperback)
Very enjoyable book with lots of info that is useful. An easy read with nice visuals.
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