We sail a Coaster as well. I glued yogamats to the ceiling and sides. Covered that with ultrathin (and cheap) carpet. No condensation anymore. We sail in shallow waters, but with 3-4 knts of tide. Our danforth anchor with 20m of rode never let us down. Our trips are up to four weeks. So we do set up the cockpit tent at nights inside marinas. We love motoring through canals, rivers etc. So versatile these Coasters. Cheers.
Great video. On your sardines story I helped my uncle move house in the 1980s. In his cellar he had tinned fruit from the 1950s. We ate the lot and it was just as good as if we had bought it that day.
Excellent video, thanks Neil. There's always something to be learned and appreciated from a well-organised boat. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and I hope your weather improves!
Neil, there are many meaningful activities in life, and learning from others is certainly one of them! I sail a Windrose 18 and appreciate all the great ideas for more efficient and effective cruising, whether overnight or several days. I also have about 40m of chain, so you are in good company!
Great video but it put me in panic mode as I am having a boat built and thinking of all the things I need to accumulate to sail. The boat is around 15 foot and is a cat boat and is being built by Skol ar Mor in France by apprentice boat builders. It is a chance in a lifetime very excited. Happy sailing Neil.
