David: No, you and your friend are not crazy. Folks have done the Loop aboard jet skis, and small boats of almost every description -- canoes, kayaks, dinghies, etc. The tricks will likely be, (1) careful minding of the weather (particularly wind and waves on the open water), (2) finding suitable lodging near the water for each night (it has been done) and (3) carrying enough fuel, or finding enough, to get you from Hoppie's to Kentucky (you may have to hike for it). On (3), I am assuming you will be using power other than rowing, sailing, solar, etc. Please keep us all posted regarding your plans and progress! Bill At 04:27 PM 12/9/2011, David Pike wrote: >My friend and I (both retired and previous Trawler owners) are considering >doing the Great Loop in very small boats (under 12 ft). Is this crazy to >even think about? or is it doable given the types of water that we will >have during such a trip. We are somewhat experienced boaters but no >experience with the Great Loop. We obviously would not be living on the >boats, but just using them to get from point A to B to C, etc. Any advice >appreciated. >_______________________________________________ >http://lists.trawlering.com/mailman/listinfo/great-loop_lists.trawlering.com > >To modify your Great-Loop subscription options (change email address, >unsubscribe, etc.) go to: >http://lists.trawlering.com/mailman/options/great-loop_lists.trawlering.com