We are recently back from a year cruise from San Francisco to Mexico for 6 months and back to San Diego. The boat can handle it, plenty of space for two a paddle board, kayak, dinghy, spares etc... (remember to raise the waterline!) Like Steve we spent a fair amount of $$ prior to leaving, but it was all worth it. I think about the trip every day. Be careful it may ruin your ability to go back to work and not day dream all day.
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