If you enjoyed Part 1 of our conversation with legendary boat designer John Welsford, you’re going to love what’s in store for Part 2. In this episode, John takes us further into his world of small boat innovation and adventure.
We kick things off with a look at the new 7-meter ocean-going boat he’s currently designing—something he hasn’t talked much about publicly until now. It’s a boat meant to cross oceans with confidence, while still staying true to Welsford’s core design philosophy: safety, practicality, simplicity, and real-world performance.
From there, we dig into the story behind his new design “Scallywag,” which was born out of a desire for a microcruiser like the SCAMP—but with accommodations for longer journeys and sleep-aboard comfort. It’s a design many have been waiting for, and it reflects the continued evolution of small cruising sailboats.
John also shares some fantastic anecdotes about his designs out in the wild. We hear about a SCAMP in Tierra del Fuego, and a beautiful example of how one of his boat design was donated to a community in East Timor to support access and resilience.
And of course, we talk rigs—junk vs balanced lug—and where John sees the future of small boats heading.
If you're passionate about small boat cruising, or simply love hearing from someone who has shaped the field for decades, this episode is one to savor.
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