In this episode, we feature Part 2 of our interview with Neil Hawkesford from The Gleda Project about building his Wharram 38 catamaran and beginning his cruising life.  We have some sailing news.  And our featured product will keep your boat fenders looking sharp.

Intro News

• We talk about our weekend on the beach at Palm Island Resort.
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The Interview - Part 2 with Neil Hawkesford - The Gleda Project

• Get a copy of Neil's book A Foolish Voyage here.  It is a fantastic read.  Neil tells the story of sailing the south coast of the UK in an 18 foot sailboat.   You really feel that you are along for the ride.  It will make you want to go back to your early 2o's and go on a big adventure!

• Go to Neil's web site The Gleda Project to see all the details of him building his Wharram 38 catamaran and his current cruising blog.   Neil's catamaran build took eight years. In the interview, Neil speaks about not just building a boat, but building his future lifestyle.
• For a female perspective on Gleda's adventures, go to his partner Gail's blog Landgirl Afloat.

Sailing News

• ARC Bluewater Open Weekend cruisers rally May 14th - 15th Lymington, UK
• Key Safety Equipment for Offshore Passages
• A Tale of Survival After Catamaran Hits Whale
• 280Ft. Sailing Superyacht AQUIJO

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–  Steve & Brandy