You really have got me thinking about a nesting boat.

I've looked at the capacity and stability of the 8 footer. While it would
be a cool little boat, it would be most appropriate for a singlehander or a
light weight couple. We'll be sailing with two big kids and guests, I don't
think a dinghy this small is going to cut it. It would take three adults in
calm water but the ferrying time under oars for six people on a weekend sail
will just be too much.

I realized that, the last time I got in and out of a dinghy this small from
the deck of a larger boat, I was 20 years younger and a bit lighter. We'll
have guest who aren't as agile as I am. Three adults could row in it but I
don't thing three adults could get into it from a 32 foot sailboat.

Nothing bigger is going to fit so it has to be a nesting design. I'm going
to put this project on hold while I look into that.

Roger Long