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The hosts of Chez Team face significant logistical and emotional challenges while searching for a sailboat in Puerto Rico to begin a circumnavigation. Their initial purchase agreement falls through when the seller retracts the offer, forcing the team to pivot their search strategy under the pressure of a looming six-month tourist visa expiration. They evaluate a second vessel with significant water intrusion issues caused by failing window seals, considering it for its potential despite the necessary repairs. A third potential boat, which they initially admired from the marina, is ultimately rejected after a sea trial with an experienced local sailor reveals the vessel is too small for comfortable passage-making in the Caribbean’s significant sea states. The search is further complicated by the need to manage Starlink Mini hardware logistics, which requires activation in the United States. The hosts continue to navigate a cycle of shifting plans and uncertainty while balancing their budget, the physical condition of prospective boats, and the time constraints of their stay in Puerto Rico.

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