With nine miles of river downstream and another three or four upstream, under Wilford Bridge, the River Deben provides great opportunities at most states of the tide.

Having drawn up plans for a lugsail with Steve M. and made the mast and spars some time ago, Steve started thinking again about getting a new sail cut. He decided to go to Jeckells, taking delivery in July 2023.

With a lugsail, Steve can easily join the paddlers beyond the bridge . . .