Got my fix today!

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gpd955

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Feb 22, 2006
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Catalina 310 Cape May, NJ
Been going through the mid off-season depression lately so I took a short train trip to the AC Int'l Boat Show today with the First Mate. Although it was a primarily a go-fast show, Beneteau, Jenneau, Catalina and Hunters were represented. Had fun going through them all, even the power boats! Got a chance to look at the new gadgets and Sean took part in a line-handling seminar and did quite well. He even said that when he signs his first NHL contract, he'll buy me the Oceanis 50 with the blue hull. :dance:

Weather was great so we went to the marina and checked on all of the neighbor's boats that stayed over the winter and then to lunch at his favorite tavern, The Rod and Reel, so he could shoot some pool and have lunch. My only concern was that his pool skills have improved immensly...for a 7 year old!

Nonetheless, I feel like a new man and late March doesn't seem too far away now!
 

BillyK

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Jan 24, 2010
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Catalina 310 Ocean City, NJ
I was impressed by the hunter 33 that was there.. Very very smartly laid out.. All the through-hulls were contains under one soleboard. The rear full birth was a surprise as well.. Too bad it's $119,000....
 

gpd955

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Feb 22, 2006
1,164
Catalina 310 Cape May, NJ
It was a nice boat. My son loved the rear berth since he thinks that they are always his!

If you need help with any leg of your move, I'd be glad to do it if I'm not working.
 

Salty

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Dec 2, 2008
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Catalina 390 14 Perth Amboy, NJ
Jack,
I got my fix at the AC show yesterday also. A nice break from this snowy winter. The blue Oceanis 50 was my dream boat but the Benny 40 was my realistic pick. I got to tell you I was a bit nervous with all the power boat stuff before I got in but was relieve to see a few sailboats.
 

gpd955

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Feb 22, 2006
1,164
Catalina 310 Cape May, NJ
I had heard that Winters and Riverside were going to be there so I figured that there would be sailboats. It wouldn't have mattered anyway, I just would have gone on the power boats and closed my eyes and imagined there was a mast! That's how much I'm itching to get out!
 

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KMm

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Aug 20, 2010
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Got my fix today as well. Temp was 62 with clear & sunny sky's and steady 10 to 20 knot wind a awesome day for the first sail of the year. The whole day was perfect. For all you snow bound sailors, you are always welcome, the ride is Free, just bring the beer.
 
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