Bridge clearance - Alton Bay

Mr Cooke's Crew · 02-05-2013, 07:38 PM

I have a 22' Century Coronardo, I have never had a problem getting under the bridge. I've been at Parker's since 07. I feel bad for Lawn Psycho also, I remember when that happened 2 summers ago it was kids(my boat was not touched) But I do feel safe there. They do all the work on my boat, and they are very reasonable.

Belmont Resident · 02-05-2013, 08:14 PM

If I remember correctly there has been more then one topic on Parker's Marine.
I do not recall what the feedback was one way or another.

lawn psycho · 02-05-2013, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Cooke's Crew

I have a 22' Century Coronardo, I have never had a problem getting under the bridge. I've been at Parker's since 07. I feel bad for Lawn Psycho also, I remember when that happened 2 summers ago it was kids(my boat was not touched) But I do feel safe there. They do all the work on my boat, and they are very reasonable.

Consider yourself lucky. There were at least 10-12 boats impacted. Two boats I know of had real damage from where they ripped out the extinguishers and broke off some attachments in their fiberglass.

If it ever happens to your boat, don't plan on Parker's to do squat about it or even take the time and notify if your boat were to be damaged or vandalized.

I could never recommend Parker Marine even if the dock space were free. Peace of mind is worth more than that.

AB_Monterey · 02-06-2013, 10:07 AM

There are spots located on the other side of the bridge. Sure, they may be a few bucks more but no headache with the bridge and your boat will stay cleaner as well.

Phantom · 02-06-2013, 12:29 PM

NH_Boater

Not slamming Parker, as I have no knowledge of the Marina but seeing as you seem to be mighty close to listed Bridge height at 60" why screw with it --ever consider driving an extra 10 minutes to WAM (West Alton Marine)?

WAM I can vouch for, as my daughter has been there now a couple of years (23' Sea Ray cuddy), and thoroughly enjoys the people, atmosphere and service. The rate will be a little higher but the amenities offset it.

Just a thought !

p.s. My daughter originally seriously considered Parker as well.

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lawn psycho · 02-06-2013, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Phantom

NH_Boater

Not slamming Parker, as I have no knowledge of the Marina but seeing as you seem to be mighty close to listed Bridge height at 60" why screw with it --ever consider driving an extra 10 minutes to WAM (West Alton Marine)?

WAM I can vouch for, as my daughter has been there now a couple of years (23' Sea Ray cuddy), and thoroughly enjoys the people, atmosphere and service. The rate will be a little higher but the amenities offset it.

Just a thought !

p.s. My daughter originally seriously considered Parker as well.

+1 on WAM. Heads and shoulders better than Parker Marine

COWISLANDDONZI · 02-07-2013, 08:27 PM

It depends on what you need.. We’ve been there 10 years and have GFB..so low clearance. We couldn’t make it under 1x ….and Parkers put our boat on a trailer and launched us in from Alton docks.
If it rains a lot the parking lot floods…bad…you have to take you shoes off to get in your boat. There amenities include 2 port- potties…that’s it..
For us its great bc we just need a place to park as we have a camp on Cow Island
It works great for us. As far a security…we have not had an issue

02-05-2013, 07:38 PM	#1
Mr Cooke's Crew Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 45 Thanks: 99 Thanked 21 Times in 16 Posts	Alton Bay Bridge; (Parker's Marine) I have a 22' Century Coronardo, I have never had a problem getting under the bridge. I've been at Parker's since 07. I feel bad for Lawn Psycho also, I remember when that happened 2 summers ago it was kids(my boat was not touched) But I do feel safe there. They do all the work on my boat, and they are very reasonable.

02-05-2013, 08:14 PM	#2
Belmont Resident Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Belmont NH but prefer Jackman Maine Posts: 1,857 Thanks: 491 Thanked 410 Times in 251 Posts	Check past topics If I remember correctly there has been more then one topic on Parker's Marine. I do not recall what the feedback was one way or another. __________________ "better to have a short life that is full of what you like doing, then a long life spent in a miserable way.."

02-06-2013, 12:29 PM	#5
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,934 Thanks: 450 Thanked 605 Times in 341 Posts	NH_Boater Not slamming Parker, as I have no knowledge of the Marina but seeing as you seem to be mighty close to listed Bridge height at 60" why screw with it --ever consider driving an extra 10 minutes to WAM (West Alton Marine)? WAM I can vouch for, as my daughter has been there now a couple of years (23' Sea Ray cuddy), and thoroughly enjoys the people, atmosphere and service. The rate will be a little higher but the amenities offset it. Just a thought ! p.s. My daughter originally seriously considered Parker as well. . . __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

02-06-2013, 10:07 AM	#4
AB_Monterey Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 293 Thanks: 86 Thanked 78 Times in 49 Posts	There are spots located on the other side of the bridge. Sure, they may be a few bucks more but no headache with the bridge and your boat will stay cleaner as well.

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02-07-2013, 08:27 PM	#7
COWISLANDDONZI Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 18 Thanks: 11 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	It depends on what you need.. We’ve been there 10 years and have GFB..so low clearance. We couldn’t make it under 1x ….and Parkers put our boat on a trailer and launched us in from Alton docks. If it rains a lot the parking lot floods…bad…you have to take you shoes off to get in your boat. There amenities include 2 port- potties…that’s it.. For us its great bc we just need a place to park as we have a camp on Cow Island It works great for us. As far a security…we have not had an issue

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