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What this video covers

A couple transitions to a full-time liveaboard lifestyle aboard a 1985 FES 310 sailboat, departing Rio de Janeiro to cruise the Brazilian coast.0:19 The owners, who met through mutual friends and shared interests in sailing and surfing, spent their pre-departure period learning boat maintenance and sailing skills on a Ranger 22.3:36 They emphasize the necessity of budgeting for ongoing repairs, noting that their FES 310 required significant work upon purchase.4:02 The couple plans to participate in the Refeno regatta, with the female partner serving as skipper, while maintaining a focus on healthy, minimally processed nutrition while at sea.25:06 Separately, the host of the channel details his transition to a high-quality portable generator for his own vessel, the Balanço, to reduce maintenance downtime compared to previous, less reliable models.15:39 He highlights features such as a fuel shut-off valve for carburetor maintenance and dual power outlets.17:14 The couple views the move to the boat as a way to escape urban stress and prioritize personal growth and shared experiences over traditional comforts.21:23

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