New to Boating

BMAB · 03-18-2014, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by polarisman14

Even with a 24' plus boat you can still get yourself into some hairy situations if it's windy and you are crossing the broads. 28-30 is definitely a manageable size especially if you are planning on staying overnight. If you just need a day boat (bowrider), in my opinion even a 19' boat is just fine. You just have to be a little more aware of your surroundings.

Thanks for the insight!

jrc · 03-18-2014, 01:51 PM

There are big weekend overnight communities all over the lake. Seems like more are on the west side, probably due to ease of access from RT93. Do some searching on this board about the pros and cons of each.

There are a few true rental properties left, but many are now condo. You can either buy a slip or rent one from an owners. Most will have electrical hookups cable TV and water at each slip. With cell phones I don't think people bother with phone lines on the slip anymore.

Most will have a club house and showers. Some are co-located with boat dealers and use the dealer bathrooms. Quality and cleanliness vary greatly.

We usually launch the week after ice-out, this year that may be the Fourth of July

. After that you're welcome to stop by and see what it's like. Send a PM.

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03-18-2014, 01:51 PM	#2
jrc Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NH Posts: 2,689 Thanks: 33 Thanked 439 Times in 249 Posts	There are big weekend overnight communities all over the lake. Seems like more are on the west side, probably due to ease of access from RT93. Do some searching on this board about the pros and cons of each. There are a few true rental properties left, but many are now condo. You can either buy a slip or rent one from an owners. Most will have electrical hookups cable TV and water at each slip. With cell phones I don't think people bother with phone lines on the slip anymore. Most will have a club house and showers. Some are co-located with boat dealers and use the dealer bathrooms. Quality and cleanliness vary greatly. We usually launch the week after ice-out, this year that may be the Fourth of July . After that you're welcome to stop by and see what it's like. Send a PM.