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The crew of the Sea Ray completes a Gulf Stream crossing from the Bahamas to Palm Beach, Florida, to prepare the vessel for sale.0:04 After clearing customs, they move the boat from the expensive Palm Harbor Marina in West Palm Beach to a more affordable facility in Stuart, Florida, to store it while awaiting a new vessel.9:03 The transit involves a fuel stop at Sailfish Marina and a coastal run north.11:20 Upon arrival at the final slip, the crew demonstrates how to secure lines to fixed docks to accommodate a two-to-three-foot tidal range, emphasising the need to prevent forward and aft movement while allowing for vertical travel.13:41 They also offload personal gear, including paddleboards and scuba equipment, into a long-term storage unit to manage costs during the transition between boats.5:10 The crew notes that choosing a storage unit over replacing gear is more economical for their long-term plans.5:39

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