Help finding valet or slip!

fpartri497 · 10-13-2005, 12:46 PM

the plut:

I have been at parker marine since 1999, the rt. 11 bridge was never a problem to me before i got my new boat june 1st. of this year. for the first two weeks of june with the high water, i couldnt get out as I also have 57" clearence. but all the crew from parkers sat up front and we hand walked it out on sevaral occasions untill the lake level dropped to normal.

yes you do have to drop your bimini and your stern light if night boating.and your raido antenna. all these little annoyances, you get used to after a while. ist still a nice place to have a slip. well protected from the wind and such. and by the way they are a lot less expensive than other marinas around the lake (because of the bridge) AND THE CREW IS THE BEST.

by the way I dont work for them I just like it there.

fpartri497

ThePlut · 10-13-2005, 01:10 PM

Thanks for the endorsement!

Seems like a great place to have a slip, and the price is pretty reasonable. I think I'd be pretty upset if I couldn't get my boat out for 2 weeks though...

More thinking to do.

BTW, I also did call MVYC and left a message, so I don't know about them yet. And Silver Sands said wait until spring, they don't valet.

...Jim

Dave R · 10-13-2005, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThePlut

Seems like a great place to have a slip, and the price is pretty reasonable. I think I'd be pretty upset if I couldn't get my boat out for 2 weeks though...

Hey Jim,

If the water is too deep, just cross the street and meet us at Downings, if you can stand to be seen in a 6 year old Regal

Alternatively, I'm good for at least 2" of extra bridge clearance just by being a passenger...

Dave

ThePlut · 10-13-2005, 04:11 PM

Dave,

Thanks. I'd be very proud to stand on the deck of Mischief Managed. Yours is one of the coolest looking boats (and one of the best names) on the lake, IMHO. As I recall, we had planned to take some alternate test rides that we never quite got around to. Sounds like a plan for next year...

The dealer said I could just pull the drain plug, that should be good for a few inches... Not many dealers would recommend sinking the boat, he must really have some confidence.

Still thinking... But really appreciate all the feedback thus far. But a slip in Alton Bay just feels really appealing. Plus, I could stop working out and really get the weight going!

...Jim

Phantom · 10-14-2005, 08:16 AM

Have you looked into Channel Marine ?? I know you are trying to avoid that area but there's another "Valet" option. I don't know what their "hidden" policies are though (i.e. winterization etc) sorry. We habe a Crownline and have always been treated well by those folks --- just another option as you search in the off season -- Good Luck

P,s -- Where's Parker exactly? I've been racking my brain trying to picture a marina behind some bridge?

PROPELLER · 10-14-2005, 08:21 AM

Its at the end of Alton Bay, on route 11, across the street from Gillan Marine.

ThePlut · 10-14-2005, 08:43 AM

I haven't called Channel yet, but would have if it got to that point. I almost bought a Crownline, and it did seem like a nice operation.

I'm going to call Parker this morning and try and reserve that spot. Having a wet slip in Alton just seems worth it, even with the bridge clearance. Just will be hoping for a norminal lake this year, or buy some wakeboarding fat sacs to weigh down the boat on entrance and exit...

Thanks for all the help, I *should* be all set, we'll see when I call...

...Jim

Dave R · 10-14-2005, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phantom

P,s -- Where's Parker exactly? I've been racking my brain trying to picture a marina behind some bridge?

It's almost in New Durham

Dave R · 10-14-2005, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThePlut

Dave,

Thanks. I'd be very proud to stand on the deck of Mischief Managed. Yours is one of the coolest looking boats (and one of the best names) on the lake, IMHO. As I recall, we had planned to take some alternate test rides that we never quite got around to. Sounds like a plan for next year...

...Jim

Why thanks. We will need ot make more concrete plans for next season since we'll both be boating from the same general area of the lake. Then there's Blackey Cove... Can't wait.

ThePlut · 10-28-2005, 08:55 AM

Just to follow up, I did give a deposit to Parker and locked in a slip for next summer. Still a little nervous about the bridge clearance, hopefully we don't get another drenching this spring...

Thanks for all the pointers!

I did get on the waiting list at West Alton, but they're really expensive, especially with requiring winter storage there to guarantee slips... The price difference between Parkers and WAM more than covers my 1 week rental of a place on the lake, and then some...

Can't wait for spring now!

...Jim

Sunset Bob · 10-13-2005, 01:10 PM

Hi Plut
I have been at Parker Marine since 1998 and I am very happy. I have a 55" bridge clearance and have never had a problem with the bridge.(except I forgot my stern light once)

codeman671 · 10-13-2005, 01:15 PM

Both Parker and Glendale are very pleasant. I had a pontoon boat at parker for a year and in the early season had to hand-walk it under the bridge, pushing down while soing so. A bit scary for the first time in a brand new boat but worth the ease of use and price. Their facilities are a bit limited, it is not a cushy yacht club. I wasn't staying on mine so it worked great for me.

Sally and Bill at Glendale are very nice, I see them frequently while at the docks and they are constantly launching and pulling boats. I have never experienced a major wait for a spot, since the boat is coming out when you pull in you can usually go to the loading area dock and they can grab it immediately. The only thing that you might want to check on is parking, I am not sure how they work it since the main parking area is for Gilford residents with parking passes. I am sure that they have some way around it.

ThePlut · 10-13-2005, 01:27 PM

Thanks for the reviews.

As far as facilities, mostly concerned about a place to park and a bathroom. Other than that, not much to worry about. The old marina was pretty sparce too (on both counts)

Sounds like either way will work out for me.

I like the idea of having a nice protected wet slip, but the thought of hand walking my boat out... Gives me heebie jeebies....

How about parking at Parkers? Plenty? Can I bring my trailer up and pull the boat out (say for service or cleaning) right at the marina?

I may have to do a road trip this weekend to decide for sure...

Thanks again, you guys have been very helpful.

...Jim

ThePlut · 10-13-2005, 01:29 PM

I was really trying to keep Paugus and Wiers as kind of a last resort. Only because it means a trip through Weirs, 2x/day, every time I go up, and usually I avoid that area of the lake as much as possible.

But, I may have to call and see if the price warrants the reduced convenience.

...Jim

Sunset Bob · 10-13-2005, 01:46 PM

Parker will let you use the ramp all you want.There are porta-potties and I have never had a problem with parking.(I am a very pickey parker when I drive my plastic chevrolet).

Steve · 10-13-2005, 01:26 PM

What about Paugus Bay Marina across from Lakeport Landing? I stored a 26' boat in a rack there. Kevin and his crew and really outstanding there. Give them a call.

10-13-2005, 12:46 PM	#1
fpartri497 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Concord NH Posts: 681 Thanks: 97 Thanked 48 Times in 39 Posts	parker marine slips the plut: I have been at parker marine since 1999, the rt. 11 bridge was never a problem to me before i got my new boat june 1st. of this year. for the first two weeks of june with the high water, i couldnt get out as I also have 57" clearence. but all the crew from parkers sat up front and we hand walked it out on sevaral occasions untill the lake level dropped to normal. yes you do have to drop your bimini and your stern light if night boating.and your raido antenna. all these little annoyances, you get used to after a while. ist still a nice place to have a slip. well protected from the wind and such. and by the way they are a lot less expensive than other marinas around the lake (because of the bridge) AND THE CREW IS THE BEST. by the way I dont work for them I just like it there. fpartri497 __________________ dont worry be happy

10-13-2005, 01:10 PM	#2
ThePlut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 150 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts	Thanks Thanks for the endorsement! Seems like a great place to have a slip, and the price is pretty reasonable. I think I'd be pretty upset if I couldn't get my boat out for 2 weeks though... More thinking to do. BTW, I also did call MVYC and left a message, so I don't know about them yet. And Silver Sands said wait until spring, they don't valet. ...Jim

10-13-2005, 04:11 PM	#4
ThePlut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 150 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts	Thanks Dave, Thanks. I'd be very proud to stand on the deck of Mischief Managed. Yours is one of the coolest looking boats (and one of the best names) on the lake, IMHO. As I recall, we had planned to take some alternate test rides that we never quite got around to. Sounds like a plan for next year... The dealer said I could just pull the drain plug, that should be good for a few inches... Not many dealers would recommend sinking the boat, he must really have some confidence. Still thinking... But really appreciate all the feedback thus far. But a slip in Alton Bay just feels really appealing. Plus, I could stop working out and really get the weight going! ...Jim Last edited by ThePlut; 10-13-2005 at 04:14 PM.

10-14-2005, 08:21 AM	#6
PROPELLER Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 340 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Parker Its at the end of Alton Bay, on route 11, across the street from Gillan Marine.

10-14-2005, 08:43 AM	#7
ThePlut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 150 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts	Channel I haven't called Channel yet, but would have if it got to that point. I almost bought a Crownline, and it did seem like a nice operation. I'm going to call Parker this morning and try and reserve that spot. Having a wet slip in Alton just seems worth it, even with the bridge clearance. Just will be hoping for a norminal lake this year, or buy some wakeboarding fat sacs to weigh down the boat on entrance and exit... Thanks for all the help, I should be all set, we'll see when I call... ...Jim

10-14-2005, 08:16 AM	#5
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,936 Thanks: 452 Thanked 603 Times in 340 Posts	Have you looked into Channel Marine ?? I know you are trying to avoid that area but there's another "Valet" option. I don't know what their "hidden" policies are though (i.e. winterization etc) sorry. We habe a Crownline and have always been treated well by those folks --- just another option as you search in the off season -- Good Luck P,s -- Where's Parker exactly? I've been racking my brain trying to picture a marina behind some bridge?

10-28-2005, 08:55 AM	#10
ThePlut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 150 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts	Follow up Just to follow up, I did give a deposit to Parker and locked in a slip for next summer. Still a little nervous about the bridge clearance, hopefully we don't get another drenching this spring... Thanks for all the pointers! I did get on the waiting list at West Alton, but they're really expensive, especially with requiring winter storage there to guarantee slips... The price difference between Parkers and WAM more than covers my 1 week rental of a place on the lake, and then some... Can't wait for spring now! ...Jim

10-13-2005, 01:10 PM	#11
Sunset Bob Deceased Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 1,701 Thanks: 115 Thanked 25 Times in 13 Posts	Parker Marine Hi Plut I have been at Parker Marine since 1998 and I am very happy. I have a 55" bridge clearance and have never had a problem with the bridge.(except I forgot my stern light once)

10-13-2005, 01:15 PM	#12
codeman671 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 3,638 Thanks: 225 Thanked 863 Times in 525 Posts	Both Parker and Glendale are very pleasant. I had a pontoon boat at parker for a year and in the early season had to hand-walk it under the bridge, pushing down while soing so. A bit scary for the first time in a brand new boat but worth the ease of use and price. Their facilities are a bit limited, it is not a cushy yacht club. I wasn't staying on mine so it worked great for me. Sally and Bill at Glendale are very nice, I see them frequently while at the docks and they are constantly launching and pulling boats. I have never experienced a major wait for a spot, since the boat is coming out when you pull in you can usually go to the loading area dock and they can grab it immediately. The only thing that you might want to check on is parking, I am not sure how they work it since the main parking area is for Gilford residents with parking passes. I am sure that they have some way around it.

10-13-2005, 01:27 PM	#13
ThePlut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 150 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts	Thanks Thanks for the reviews. As far as facilities, mostly concerned about a place to park and a bathroom. Other than that, not much to worry about. The old marina was pretty sparce too (on both counts) Sounds like either way will work out for me. I like the idea of having a nice protected wet slip, but the thought of hand walking my boat out... Gives me heebie jeebies.... How about parking at Parkers? Plenty? Can I bring my trailer up and pull the boat out (say for service or cleaning) right at the marina? I may have to do a road trip this weekend to decide for sure... Thanks again, you guys have been very helpful. ...Jim

10-13-2005, 01:29 PM	#14
ThePlut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 150 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts	Paugus Bay I was really trying to keep Paugus and Wiers as kind of a last resort. Only because it means a trip through Weirs, 2x/day, every time I go up, and usually I avoid that area of the lake as much as possible. But, I may have to call and see if the price warrants the reduced convenience. ...Jim

10-13-2005, 01:46 PM	#15
Sunset Bob Deceased Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 1,701 Thanks: 115 Thanked 25 Times in 13 Posts	Parker will let you use the ramp all you want.There are porta-potties and I have never had a problem with parking.(I am a very pickey parker when I drive my plastic chevrolet).

10-13-2005, 01:26 PM	#16
Steve Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Southern NH Posts: 109 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	What about Paugus Bay Marina across from Lakeport Landing? I stored a 26' boat in a rack there. Kevin and his crew and really outstanding there. Give them a call.

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