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In this episode of the NanoCruising Podcast, I sit down with André-François Boudreau—sailor, adventurer, survival expert, and designer of the unique Gorfnik NanoCruiser.

Although we planned to cover a range of topics, the conversation naturally wandered—as good conversations often do. We spent a lot of time exploring the thinking behind Gorfnik, why André-François believes small boats are remarkably capable, and what it means to design a boat around simplicity, self-sufficiency, and real adventure.

Along the way, we also discuss survival, preparedness, risk, and the mindset that helps sailors become more capable and confident on the water.

Whether you're interested in small boat design, self-reliance, or simply hearing from someone who's spent a lifetime thinking about adventure, this episode offers plenty of food for thought.

You'll also find links in the show notes to André-François' book, Wilderness Secrets Revealed, and his presentation at the Global Bushcraft Symposium if you'd like to explore more of his work.

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Boat designer and builder Sam Devlin has spent decades creating some of the most recognizable small cruising boats around. But behind the hundreds of designs is a remarkably simple philosophy: he just likes boats.

In this episode, Sam shares how he got his start, what drew him into designing and building boats, and the principles that have guided his work throughout his career. We discuss how the boating market has evolved over the years, what makes a good boat, and why simplicity still matters.

Along the way, Sam tells the hilarious story behind the Nancy's China design and reflects on the joy of creating boats that inspire people to get out on the water.

Whether you're fascinated by boat design, dreaming of your next project, or simply love hearing from one of the great minds in small craft, you'll enjoy this conversation with one of boating's most respected designers.

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In this episode of the NanoCruising podcast, I sit down with Flavien Gaulard, founder of Kaori Concept, to talk about small boats, sustainable boatbuilding, and designing for real-world adventure.

We dive into Flavien’s experience building boats in the Philippines, how he started Kaori Concept, and the philosophy behind the Kaori 550. Along the way, we explore the advantages of small boats, the tradeoffs between simplicity and comfort, and why thoughtful design matters so much in small craft cruising.

It’s a fascinating conversation about building boats with intention—not just for performance, but for usability, sustainability, and the kind of sailing many of us actually dream about doing.

If you enjoy small boat design, camp cruising, or hearing how new ideas take shape in the sailing world, this one’s worth a listen.

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