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Wes and Kate seek a replacement monohull sailboat for full-time living, shifting their search criteria from heavy-displacement blue-water cruisers to more affordable, achievable options.0:12 They establish specific search parameters for potential vessels: a fiberglass hull between 32 and 38 feet in length, a diesel inboard engine, and a purchase price under $35,000.1:40 The search area is restricted to the United States East Coast to allow for in-person inspections before purchase.2:00 Wes utilizes sailboatlistings.com to filter for these requirements, noting an Ericsson 32 as an initial example.2:19 The couple requests viewer recommendations for specific boat listings that meet or approximate these criteria, intending to review and provide feedback on the suggestions in a subsequent update.2:19 The search process prioritizes accessibility and budget over the initial goal of finding an indestructible, full-keel vessel.0:12

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