Skipper wrote:
The original spec was for a boat (power OR sail) capable of safe and
comfortable passage between the Gulf of Alaska and San Carlos, Sonora,
Mexico. The stated budget was $180,000. A length of 50' was mentioned
because buyer is 6'3" and standup headroom was a must.

There are a number of 30' boats with 6'3" headroom. To
request a 50-footer for that is absurd.

DSK