In the world of small boat cruising, few names carry the weight and admiration of John Welsford . Based in New Zealand, John is known for crafting small boat designs that are not only beautiful and practical, but also rooted in real-life adventure and safety. In this first of a two-part podcast interview, John joins us to share the story behind his career and the boats that have inspired so many to take to the water. John talks about how he first got into designing boats, long before the SCAMP ever hit the water. His background offers valuable insight into how his designs evolved—and why safety, stability, and seaworthiness are always top priorities in his work. Of course, we couldn’t talk to John without diving into the creation of the SCAMP (Small Craft Advisor Magazine Project) —a design that’s become a cult favorite among home builders and NanoCruisers alike. He shares the behind-the-scenes of how SCAMP came to life and why it continues to resonate with such a broad spectrum of s...
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