You offer a great question! I am familiar with your boat and have operated similar vessels, and operated different vessels on those waters. The vessel is certainly capable of the mission you propose, as long as her material condition is sound.
Since the boat will likely need a crew, I will offer that only a small number of recreational boaters would be prepared for such a trip without significant preparation. Of course a "coastal cruiser" has some limitations in open waters, so the go/no go decision, the risk management, is crucial. There are a significant number of considerations when leaving the contiguous 48/Canada. For example and in no particular order:
- judgement and experience
- weather forecasting
- mechanical casualties (engine/steering)
- medical emergencies
- onboard emergencies (fire/flooding)
- communications
- survival gear
- redundant navigation equipment
- ashore support
This is not at all an insurmountable trip, as long as one respects the risks.
Best Wishes,
Jeff
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