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My idea for the mast base was to take a rectangular piece of wood and glue it in place. It will have a hole in the center to accommodate the end of the mast. It will taper outward from the center so that the outer edges don’t stick up too much. It will be wide enough to provide sufficient...

Once I'm done with the mast base, I'll move on to the centerboard. Then I'll work on the leeboard. I think I'll just build one to see if that's enough...

@Boatman53 The pictures shown are just a sort of test setup for now... to see if it works. I'll have to figure out how to design the mast base over the next few days - I can't say anything more specific about it today. Should the shrouds be moved a bit further aft? Hmm... let's see how I can...

then at least a few days of sailing :cool: That's how it'll be... once it's ready. . . . . But there's still a bit of work to be done before Wilma can float on the water.

I decided to go with the PETROMAX cooler bag. With the QOOL Elements ice packs, I can say that this bag, with its 22L capacity, is enough to keep food and drinks cold to cool for 5–6 days. I'm very satisfied. . . . . .

@dutchlennart please - let me see your sailing rigg. :love:

I think, THIS kind of dog will work ... Kangal Shepherd Dog https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kangal_Shepherd_Dog

Man, I wouldn't want to have your problems. :LOL:

here's the small version for a quick cup of coffee on the go...

(Compact) Kitchen Kit - Show Yours US Canteen Cup + Canteen Cup Hobo Stand . . .

That's it! I've also got a kayak paddle with me… and if I have to, I'll turn around in my seat, grab my kayak paddle, and fight my way forward against the headwind.

Maybe you'll find a tough guy from the Swiss Alps tough as nails, strong, resilient, and in top shape, just like @Aslowhand ;)

or you have a good friend with you who can pull the canoe for you... ;) .