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dr wogz said:
Like sooner Boomer, I learned (and raced) sailboats before driving. A Sabot, then a Laser, then crewing with dad on our Albacore. I had a Fireball in the late 80's, but an unreliable crew, and he wasn't really into racing.. I crewed to a BC Fireball provincial 2nd place in the late 90's. And then nothing, really, after that..

Do I miss sailing? yeah, I guess so, but other interests & commitments.

Boating now is a rental kayak for fishing. Or a canoe if needed.. I do have my eye on a fishing kayak.. one day..
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Sailing is the one kind of boating I haven’t done more than a handful of times. From my limited experience it can be incredibly beautiful and peaceful, but can also induce some serious sea sickness in those of us prone to it...

mhanna said:
I just traded a 21' Larson runabout in for a new Pontoon boat. As the sales person said, "You're getting older". Easier to keep the grand kids under control on a pontoon boat. (I hope)
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Yep, this is my first grownup boat at age 46. ;)
 
Sailing can also be one of the hardest sport to do. Hiking, the method of keeping the boat flat to counter the tipping effect of the wind in the sail, is the original 'planking'! Try doing that for an hour or two (or more!), while cold & wet!
 
Around ten years ago my younger brother and I used to take our jet skis out to Lake Erie on a regular basis. Once we went out in October when it was only 65 degrees and there was a small craft advisory, but those waves made for one of my fondest memories.

In the last few years I've switched to kayaking since it's more relaxing and better exercise. I haven't been out on Lake Erie with one but we have a ton of rivers and inland lakes to explore nearby.
 
dr wogz said:
Sailing can also be one of the hardest sport to do. Hiking, the method of keeping the boat flat to counter the tipping effect of the wind in the sail, is the original 'planking'! Try doing that for an hour or two (or more!), while cold & wet!
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I’ve seen some crazy videos of racing sailboats, people hanging like you’re describing. Nothing I would want to do myself...

muddymooose said:
Around ten years ago my younger brother and I used to take our jet skis out to Lake Erie on a regular basis. Once we went out in October when it was only 65 degrees and there was a small craft advisory, but those waves made for one of my fondest memories.

In the last few years I've switched to kayaking since it's more relaxing and better exercise. I haven't been out on Lake Erie with one but we have a ton of rivers and inland lakes to explore nearby.
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I’ve driven a wave runner one time - it was up to 70 in no time. Kind of scary. The smaller standup jet skis look like a blast, but I’m not coordinated or athletic enough for that kind of thing.
 
RocketFeller said:
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We ended up buying a Scout XSF 215, a 21.5’ center console offshore boat.

I really wanted something that was a serious boat, capable of fishing the Columbia inlet (a seriously rough place at times), crabbing in the bay, and possibly going out after tuna.


For the fellow rocketeer captains out there, what kind of boat do you have and what do you do with it?
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That's an awesome boat -- I'm jealous. However, I have a really big johnson to salve my envy.

It's a 200 Ocean Runner, attached to a 21'6 Chris Craft Sea Hawk walk around cuddy cabin. ;)

How far out to you have to go to get to the tuna? Around So. Cal. the yellowfin usually spend a few weeks during the summer as close as 15 miles from shore, sometimes even closer. And, withing the last couple weeks, some 60 lb. bluefin were caught about 8 miles from Newport Beach.

PSA for anyone who hasn't heard it: a boat's load capacity is better considered in terms of pounds than people. The max passenger rating is based on the weight capacity, assuming an average person weight of 150 lbs. Also, the weight of any gear/coolers/etc. needs to be factored in. As well, any changes to the rigging from how it was rated (like a bigger johnson) should be included.

Mike
 
rokit said:
That's an awesome boat -- I'm jealous. However, I have a really big johnson to salve my envy.

It's a 200 Ocean Runner, attached to a 21'6 Chris Craft Sea Hawk walk around cuddy cabin. ;)

How far out to you have to go to get to the tuna? Around So. Cal. the yellowfin usually spend a few weeks during the summer as close as 15 miles from shore, sometimes even closer. And, withing the last couple weeks, some 60 lb. bluefin were caught about 8 miles from Newport Beach.

PSA for anyone who hasn't heard it: a boat's load capacity is better considered in terms of pounds than people. The max passenger rating is based on the weight capacity, assuming an average person weight of 150 lbs. Also, the weight of any gear/coolers/etc. needs to be factored in. As well, any changes to the rigging from how it was rated (like a bigger johnson) should be included.

Mike
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Thanks! I actually can’t believe we’re getting the boat, it has been a lot of years dreaming of a bigger boat...

Your boat sounds like a serious fishing machine. I liked the idea of a small cabin, but the wife was totally against it. In reality we are fair weather boaters for the most part, so the center console probably makes more sense.

I haven’t yet been after tuna but my next door neighbor does quite a bit. I believe he said it is usually a 30-40 mile trip out, but I think they do come in closer sometimes.

I’m not sure about the weight rating of our new Scout, but they say it is a nine person capacity. It is an “unsinkable” self-bailing design, which I really like. It should do just about 50MPH wide open... :)
 
IMG_20180708_105718086.jpg IMG_20180716_165626083.jpg IMG_20180727_180917977.jpg 1982 Caribbean 19.5 foot open bow OMC Inboard outdrive 352 Hp 351W

I bought it from the original owners daughter ... it had 172 hours on the meter when I bought it.. shes in FANTASTIC shape for its age..

It sat for 5 years when I bought it.. brought gas and a battery it fired right up.. I upgraded the carb to a NEW Holley marine 650, I also changed it from hydro assist shift to the later model Mechanical shift.. the hydro was not shifing well and they are not easy to come by so the upgrade made it a lot more common lower.. easier to get parts for and less moving parts LOL

I just finished up recovering the back engine dash and cover.. they were damaged when they towed it without latching them down..

the rest of the interior is in decent shape but i will be updating all of that next season..
 
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View attachment 372211 View attachment 372212 View attachment 372213 1982 Caribbean 19.5 foot open bow OMC Inboard outdrive 352 Hp 351W

I bought it from the original owners daughter ... it had 172 hours on the meter when I bought it.. shes in FANTASTIC shape for its age..

It sat for 5 years when I bought it.. brought gas and a battery it fired right up.. I upgraded the carb to a NEW Holley marine 650, I also changed it from hydro assist shift to the later model Mechanical shift.. the hydro was not shifing well and they are not easy to come by so the upgrade made it a lot more common lower.. easier to get parts for and less moving parts LOL

I just finished up recovering the back engine dash and cover.. they were damaged when they towed it without latching them down..

the rest of the interior is in decent shape but i will be updating all of that next season..
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That thing should fly with 350 HP! What is the top speed on that?

It looks like you have a few toys to play with besides rockets and planes...
 
RocketFeller said:
That thing should fly with 350 HP! What is the top speed on that?

It looks like you have a few toys to play with besides rockets and planes...
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Yep it moves out. I just bought it last summer. And with all the tinkering I've only had it on the water twice so far..

With the gummed up carb from sitting I've had it up to about 55 mph... I'm sure with the new carb and tuning it up it should squeeze a few more mph out of it
 
RocketFeller said:
He is going to need a big trolling plate...
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Trolling only happens when we're jockeying for lanes as we approach the score-up buoy before the start.
Motor is a stock Ford 2300 and can typically hit 95-100mph in the straights. That does not seem fast when you're side by side with 5 or 6 others going the same speed.
 
My Gypsy said:
Trolling only happens when we're jockeying for lanes as we approach the score-up buoy before the start.
Motor is a stock Ford 2300 and can typically hit 95-100mph in the straights. That does not seem fast when you're side by side with 5 or 6 others going the same speed.
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100 mph on the water doesn’t seem fast? I suppose it is all about what you are used to, 50 seems pretty fast to me...
 

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