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Johan and Malin transitioned from full-time cruising between 2016 and 2022 to a land-based life in Sweden to construct their third boat.0:42 The couple currently focuses on hull construction, specifically sanding and fairing the planked hull of their new vessel.0:01 Their previous sailing experience includes a 30-day passage from Costa Rica to Hilo, Hawaii, and explorations ranging from the Caribbean to Alaska.4:20 These past voyages inform the design and build requirements for their current project, which aims to support full-time family living and future expeditions to British Columbia and the South Pacific.14:07 The pair emphasizes that problem-solving remains the most critical skill for long-term cruising, citing past mechanical and operational challenges as foundational lessons for their current boat-building process.9:55 They intend to return to a nomadic lifestyle once the new vessel is complete, prioritizing global travel and nature-based education for their daughter.8:25

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