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The 49-foot sailboat SV Eva, purchased at auction and refitted over one year, serves as a full-time, off-grid home for two years.2:57 The vessel features dual helms, allowing the crew to steer from the high side while heeled.6:52 Navigation and safety equipment include a chart plotter and radar, which the owners recently installed.1:00:50 Storage solutions for long-term living include labeled totes for dry goods, blackout Velcro curtains for light control, and under-cushion compartments for safety gear and canned provisions.28:10 A water maker is located beneath the master mattress.38:33 The crew manages waste by using reusable, washable bags to minimize trash and utilizes a stainless steel bar to remove fish odors from their hands after cleaning their catch.43:11 While underway, the crew maintains a four-hour watch schedule, often sleeping in the head or cockpit to manage cabin temperatures.50:09 The boat remains functional for offshore travel, currently maintaining speeds of eight knots in 12 knots of wind.

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