Steveyacht
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In the OP initial post, he mentioned that, in the past there have been as many as 6 on board. If this is still the case, you may want to consider a larger boat. Also, you left out what you have budgeted for such a purchase, unfortunately, that is a VERY important consideration.
With such a large investment, you also want to consider the resale value and desire. In this arena, I have found that high(er) quality, full displacement vessels have done much better than any of the SD style vessels.
If it were me, I would keep an open mind and look at as many vessels as possible. Some on my own list are: Selene, Nordhavn, Cherubini, Krogen, Fleming, as well as some of the later DeFevers. Of course there are others out there but these are proven designs with great histories.
For the "Big U" you will have to consider being away from land for a fairly extended period of time, and when on the Land along the way, it may not offer the most modern of facilities for provisioning.
You will need a fair amount of space for provisions, minimum 600 GPD water maker, tankage, both water and fuel. Fuel Scrubber System, spare parts, etc.
If single engine, I would consider rigging the generator as a limp home engine.
If you feel that a Grand Banks will do the job for you, it opens up a few more boats that will do the job as well, or better than the GB's. Too many to consider in this category to attempt to list.
What ever you decide, HAVE FUN!
With such a large investment, you also want to consider the resale value and desire. In this arena, I have found that high(er) quality, full displacement vessels have done much better than any of the SD style vessels.
If it were me, I would keep an open mind and look at as many vessels as possible. Some on my own list are: Selene, Nordhavn, Cherubini, Krogen, Fleming, as well as some of the later DeFevers. Of course there are others out there but these are proven designs with great histories.
For the "Big U" you will have to consider being away from land for a fairly extended period of time, and when on the Land along the way, it may not offer the most modern of facilities for provisioning.
You will need a fair amount of space for provisions, minimum 600 GPD water maker, tankage, both water and fuel. Fuel Scrubber System, spare parts, etc.
If single engine, I would consider rigging the generator as a limp home engine.
If you feel that a Grand Banks will do the job for you, it opens up a few more boats that will do the job as well, or better than the GB's. Too many to consider in this category to attempt to list.
What ever you decide, HAVE FUN!