I am new to this forum, but have long considered building a small boat for daysailing and camping trips. I love the idea of sleeping on an open boat (with tent) and sailing in areas with less-than-lake-like conditions (like the Chesepeake Bay, Albemarle/Pamilico Sounds, and East Coast (U.S.A) island hopping.
From what I see the Spindrift and Core Sounds may fit my bill.
I like that a Spindrift (even the 12 footer) is light enough to cartop, but I wonder how sleeping aboard could work, and I wonder how it would do in the open waters I want to sail.
The Coresound 15 & 17 seem large enough to camp in, but I could not cartop. I wonder how these fair in open water, & I wonder if I could sleep my self (6' 2") and my sons (age 9 & 7).
Of course I am curious how each sails and would love a chance to try them out before commiting to plans and building.
Is there anyone in my area with a Core Sound or Spindrift that I can see. Being able to crew on one would be an added bonus. Any help, sage advice from anyone would be appreciated?
Thanks,
Kirk