NanoCruising : the small boat cruising podcast (dinghy cruising & trailer sailing)

• 🌊 Building Better Boats: Sustainable DIY with Sean Petterson of SuperSede 🛶

  Send us a textIn this episode of the NanoCruising Podcast, we sit down with Sean Petterson, co-founder and CEO of SuperSede, to explore a game-changing innovation in boatbuilding: a sustainable, recycled-plastic alternative to marine plywood.Sean shares his own journey into boating and how it led him to help develop SuperCede Marine Board—a structural material designed for boats and marine projects that’s waterproof, durable, and easy to work with. We dive into why this material is especially exciting for DIY boatbuilders and small boat cruisers:No epoxy neededLess tooling requiredStrength and longevity advantagesA greener way to build We also discuss where SuperSede works best, how it could change small boat building, and why accessible innovations like this matter to the future of the marine community.If you’ve ever dreamed of building your own boat—or just want to learn about the next wave of sustainable materials—you won’t want to miss this episode.Ask ChatGPT-----------------------------------------------------Join the conversation in our Facebook groupSubscribe to our mailing list to be notified of new episodeswww.nanocruising.comSeas Your Own Adventure 🌊⛵

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• ⛵ Small Boats, Big Community: Dan Roeder and the West Coast Trailer Sailing Squadron 🌊

  Send us a textDan Roeder, current lead of the West Coast Trailer Sailing Squadron (Florida), joins us to talk about the vibrant life of a small boat cruising community. In this episode, Dan shares his personal journey into the group, the variety of boats that show up to their events, and the shared joy of trailer sailing.We explore:The inclusive and welcoming culture of the SquadronFavorite cruising grounds around FloridaAnnual events and meetups that bring the community togetherWhy small boat sailors are some of the best people you'll ever meetHow the group continues to introduce newcomers to the sailing lifestyleWhat it means to “serve the life of a sailor”Whether you're new to trailer sailing or a seasoned cruiser, this episode is a celebration of camaraderie, exploration, and the joy of small boats.-----------------------------------------------------Join the conversation in our Facebook groupSubscribe to our mailing list to be notified of new episodeswww.nanocruising.comSeas Your Own Adventure 🌊⛵

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• 🎙️ Finding the Current: Trapper Haskins on Building a Boat, Paddling South, and Rediscovering Himself ⛵

  Send us a textTrapper Haskins, author of Crooked River,  built his own Mississippi Yawl and paddled it all the way to New Orleans—but the real journey was internal. In this heartfelt and candid conversation, Trapper shares the story behind building his boat, the inspiration behind the trip, and how navigating the river helped him navigate a personal crossroads.We dive into the highs and lows of the adventure, the craftsmanship behind his boat, and the mental and emotional clarity that can emerge when we fully commit to something difficult and uncertain. It’s a moving tale of self-reliance, reinvention, and finding purpose on the water.If you’ve ever dreamed of a reset—or just building a boat and heading south—you’ll want to listen to this one.-----------------------------------------------------Join the conversation in our Facebook groupSubscribe to our mailing list to be notified of new episodeswww.nanocruising.comSeas Your Own Adventure 🌊⛵

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• Epic Journeys in Tiny Boats: Stephen Ladd on Rowing, Sailing, and the Spirit of Adventure ⛵🌎

  Send us a textIn this episode, I’m joined by legendary small-boat adventurer and author Stephen Ladd, known for his remarkable books Three Years in a 12-Foot Boat and The Five-Year Voyage. We dive into the origins of his epic journeys, including designing and building his own 12-foot microcruiser Squeak and navigating thousands of miles of wild and remote waterways—from the Mississippi to the jungles of South America.Stephen shares what it takes to live aboard such a small craft, how he and his partner Ginny voyaged across oceans and rivers, and the emotional highs and lows of long-term small boat travel. We talk about boat design, staying safe, finding joy in simplicity, and how these intimate journeys can lead to deep personal transformation.If you’ve ever dreamed of casting off in a tiny boat and heading into the unknown, this episode is for you.-----------------------------------------------------Join the conversation in our Facebook groupSubscribe to our mailing list to be notified of new episodeswww.nanocruising.comSeas Your Own Adventure 🌊⛵

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• ⛵ John Welsford on New Designs, Ocean Dreams, and the Future of Small Boats 🌊

  Send us a textIn Part 2 of our deep dive with legendary boat designer John Welsford, we go beyond the SCAMP and explore what's next. John shares exciting news about a new 7-meter ocean-going boat currently on his drawing board and introduces us to Scallywag, a design born from sailors dreaming of a SCAMP... with accommodations.We also hear some incredible stories from the field—including Welsford designs voyaging to Tierra del Fuego and playing a part in community building in East Timor. John weighs in on the debate between junk rigs and balanced lug sails, and offers his hopeful perspective on the bright future of small boats and their builders.If you love design talk, big ideas, and small seaworthy boats—you won’t want to miss this one.-----------------------------------------------------Join the conversation in our Facebook groupSubscribe to our mailing list to be notified of new episodeswww.nanocruising.comSeas Your Own Adventure 🌊⛵

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