PARADOX MICRO-CRUISER SAILBOAT, IS MATT LAYDEN’S DESIGN THE ULTIMATE SOLO SAILBOAT? IS LESS MORE???

Matt Layden’s Paradox challenges almost everything people expect from a sailboat. We take a look at this unusual pocket sailboat, we explore its freestanding mast, chine runners, enclosed sailing position, internal controls and the design choices that make this compact boat so different. Could a boat with no conventional keel or centerboard still sail effectively? How does the steering work from inside? And what does it take to build and sail a minimalist boat like this? We examine the ideas behind the Paradox and consider what they mean for sailors interested in small sailboats, trailer sailing, boat design and do-it-yourself boatbuilding. Whether you’re researching your next sailboat, comparing compact cruising boats, or simply curious about unconventional design, this boat is well worth a closer look. What do you think of the Paradox? Tell me in the comments and subscribe to Small Sailboat Big Water for more sailboat reviews, design stories and practical conversations about getting out on the water. Join the fleet. Keep your eye on the weather and your hand on the helm. Thanks, Mitch smallsailboatbigwater@gmail.com