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Originally Posted by Cobalt 25
I'm retired on $42k a year with a boat that gets 2 miles per gallon. Last year, as is the case every year since at least 2001, we logged over a hundred hours.
Peter
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I am retired as well, with two children in private college. However, we bought a new, bigger boat this winter and as long as gas on the lake stays below $5 a gallon, it will not impact our boating. We are now in the 2 MPG group.
It comes down to quality of life and priorities. Boating has a very high priority and it adds to our quality of life. Life is limited and you have to live it while it is available.
That said, I think gas, fuel oil and natural gas prices are too high. Those that favorably compare our prices to those in Europe are not calculating the taxes in Europe vs. the lower taxes on fuel here. Factor in the taxes and we are not doing so well.
I feel badly for those who are unable to heat their places at the level that is comfortable. We contribute to organizations that use funds to help these folks, but it clearly is very tough on them. We all need to consider helping those who need our help.
I hope we see the ice out of here by May 1st and that we can get on with the fun! The boating season and life are both too short.
R2B