An amateur builders view resolving many challenges with cost effective solutions, ideas and importantly, avoiding the traps. Detailing the journey of Ôwhere there is a will, there is always a wayÕ. Whether sailboat or motorboat, the build challenges remain the same.

Choosing a Design (for the right reasons), developing a plan with achievable goals to complete such a large project - building to enjoy.

How much electrical power do you need? Is it diesel with sail-drives or outboards? Even how to pacify the wish-list of the First Mate.

ÔPointersÕ, ÔTrapsÕ and 'Builders Pantry' ideas following some chapters, all 'food for thought'. Even ideas on mast build to anchor winch rollers - one key safety area often missed in many books.