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The Southern California Boat Show features a variety of monohulls and catamarans, including a 2002 Valiant 50 and a new Lagoon 42.0:47 The Valiant 50 offers a custom interior with a single head and expanded living space, while the Lagoon 42 highlights the modern space and entertainment layout typical of newer catamarans.1:30 The event also showcases pedal-powered watercraft, specifically the Hobie Eclipse paddleboard and the Hobie i11s inflatable kayak, both utilizing the Hobie Mirage Drive system for propulsion and rudder-based steering.4:49 Representatives from the ARC Pacific rally describe their new organized passage route from Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas and onward to French Polynesia, noting that participants must meet specific safety requirements, including AIS transponders, radar reflectors, and life rafts.8:37 The marina hosting the show accommodates deep-draft vessels with keels exceeding eight feet.10:59 The event provides a smaller, more manageable environment for boat shopping compared to larger shows in Annapolis or Miami.9:22

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