Before you cast off on this 6,000-mile, all-American (or mostly American, if you tiptoe into Canada) cruise, there’s a lot to know. In this episode, veteran cruiser Chris Caswell identifies the essential components you should be considering when shopping for the “perfect” Great Loop boat.
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Today’s Guest: Chris Caswell

Chris Caswell is an award-winning marine journalist with an ever-changing fleet, spanning both power and sail. In addition to being featured on Oprah! as a boating lifestyle expert, he was the host of Marine Voyager, a weekly cable series on the Speed Channel and the Outdoor Life Network.