Some experience sailing a small Shetland boat in NW Scotland convinced Nick of the suitability of the design for coastal adventure sailing and camping. But how to find one for sale? A chance encounter led to Scrabster harbour on Scotland’s bleak northern coast, and a 21ft Shetland boat, The Aegre. Her owner, Andy Bryce took them out for a sail… From Chapter 4: The perfect boat
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