Ian:

You may want to check out some of the sites, such as the Micro Cruiser and Trailer Sailor, on this section of the MSOG:

http://msog.org/cfmods/M-links1.cfm?cat_ch=B

And may also want to subscribe to the Small Craft Advisor:

http://www.smallcraftadvisor.com/

Both are good resources for someone thinking about cruising around in small boats.....which sounds to me like a good idea!

Howard