The Dive?

Poor Richard · 05-10-2018, 09:29 AM

That kitchen exhaust will eventually be dripping food product into the lake.

Other than that, seems like a perfect place for the city dwellers to have their city fix while they're away at the lake for the weekend.

Dblblkdiam · 05-10-2018, 10:47 AM

If some recall, there was something similar on the lake years ago. I want to say around the late 90's. Wish I had a picture of it. Was basically a two level floating barge that people could charter. Not sure what ever happened to it, whether it was lack of business or something else.

Wish these folks good luck in their new business.

Rusty · 05-10-2018, 10:56 AM

Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
I hope it works for them and I wish them luck.

Seaplane Pilot · 05-10-2018, 11:01 AM

We might as well start with the negative food reviews now....why wait?

I wish them success!

Outdoorsman · 05-10-2018, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Seaplane Pilot

We might as well start with the negative food reviews now....why wait?

I wish them success!

I was thinking noise complaints.

Same on the success portion.

SIKSUKR · 05-16-2018, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Seaplane Pilot

We might as well start with the negative food reviews now....why wait?

I wish them success!

Agree. That Shades of Maui operation though years ago was fantastic.

Taz · 05-16-2018, 09:10 AM

Its not a raft if you are the only boat tied to "The Dive". A raft is 3 or more boats tied together.

noreast · 05-16-2018, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Taz

Its not a raft if you are the only boat tied to "The Dive". A raft is 3 or more boats tied together.

Right, but doesn't being in a no rafting zone prohibit boats anchoring within a certain footage? I generally don't do sand bars so I really don't know.

upthesaukee · 05-16-2018, 11:43 AM

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Right, but doesn't being in a no rafting zone prohibit boats anchoring within a certain footage? I generally don't do sand bars so I really don't know.

25 ft between single boats anchored in a NRZ. 50 ft between 2 boats tied together and outer boats anchored in the NRZ.

Dave

tis · 05-16-2018, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by upthesaukee

25 ft between single boats anchored in a NRZ. 50 ft between 2 boats tied together and outer boats anchored in the NRZ.

Dave

And 150 feet from shore in most of the rafting areas. Braun Bay is 75 I believe.

ITD · 05-14-2018, 01:44 PM

That went down hill quickly...….. back to the OP, I wonder how the liquor permit works?

jbolty · 05-14-2018, 01:49 PM

One thing for sure, there is a lot of buzz and free advertising going on.

chipj29 · 05-15-2018, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by ITD

That went down hill quickly...….. back to the OP, I wonder how the liquor permit works?

They will most likely only be able to sell liquor to passengers, they won't be able to sell it "to go".

gravy boat · 05-10-2018, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Dblblkdiam

If some recall, there was something similar on the lake years ago. I want to say around the late 90's. Wish I had a picture of it. Was basically a two level floating barge that people could charter. Not sure what ever happened to it, whether it was lack of business or something else.

Wish these folks good luck in their new business.

Yes, it was a party barge. Good idea but the person who built it didn't understand or research the potential challenges - permitting, inspections, liquor license, where to park it during off-hours, etc. At first he wanted to dock it at the Weirs like the old Aishling from Patrick's did but I recall the Weirs Action Committee and City put an end to that option pretty fast.

I think it only lasted a few summers before languishing in the cove on Stonedam and then being taken apart. But the first summer or two seemed busy for it.

Was quite the sight, too - not something we are used to seeing.

Sinclair · 05-10-2018, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by gravy boat

Yes, it was a party barge. Good idea but the person who built it didn't understand or research the potential challenges - permitting, inspections, liquor license, where to park it during off-hours, etc. At first he wanted to dock it at the Weirs like the old Aishling from Patrick's did but I recall the Weirs Action Committee and City put an end to that option pretty fast.

I think it only lasted a few summers before languishing in the cove on Stonedam and then being taken apart. But the first summer or two seemed busy for it.

Was quite the sight, too - not something we are used to seeing.

One of the partners, Jamie, has a credible background according to his bio. He worked in marine construction and also managed a bar. Hopefully he will have done his research.

The branding does feel more Monte Carlo than Winnipesaukee. But perhaps it's one of those things, once it's been there for awhile it feels like it's always been there.

ApS · 05-11-2018, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Sinclair

One of the partners, Jamie, has a credible background according to his bio. He worked in marine construction and also managed a bar. Hopefully he will have done his research.

The branding does feel more Monte Carlo than Winnipesaukee. But perhaps it's one of those things, once it's been there for awhile it feels like it's always been there.

Like the Winnipesaukee Belle?

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Originally Posted by Outdoorsman

I was thinking noise complaints. Same on the success portion.

My neighbors cheer the Winnipesaukee Belle, as it blasts "Mack the Knife" on its speakers.

As for "xenophobic", we never hear of its antonym, xenophilic.

Maybe because the Huron tribe was xenophilic?
xttps://indiangivers.wordpress.com/2012/11/15/huron-extinction/

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tis · 05-11-2018, 07:45 AM

I think a lot of people will like it for weddings and parties. I don't know about the rest.

ishoot308 · 05-11-2018, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by tis

I think a lot of people will like it for weddings and parties. I don't know about the rest.

Hi Tis;

I agree with you but I think the Winni Belle has those types of venues pretty well taken care of, not to mention the Mount. The Winni Belle does a good job through the Wolfeboro Inn. Maybe there is room for another??....not sure, I guess time will tell.

I am very curious where they will be docking at however!

Dan

tis · 05-11-2018, 01:23 PM

Hi I. I agree with you. The Winni Belle does seem to have it covered. They seem to be quite busy but they are mostly on this side of the lake so I was thinking maybe this new one will do quite well if they serve both sides of the lake. And though I haven't checked I assume the Mount is more expensive, but maybe not. You are right, time will tell.

thinkxingu · 05-11-2018, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by tis

Hi I. I agree with you. The Winni Belle does seem to have it covered. They seem to be quite busy but they are mostly on this side of the lake so I was thinking maybe this new one will do quite well if they serve both sides of the lake. And though I haven't checked I assume the Mount is more expensive, but maybe not. You are right, time will tell.

Location definitely matters, but what about style? The other vessels noted are classic, whereas this is a box. Maybe that's one of my prejudices...

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Sinclair · 05-11-2018, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

Location definitely matters, but what about style? The other vessels noted are classic, whereas this is a box. Maybe that's one of my prejudices...

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Agreed. It seems discordant with the lake that way.

LIforrelaxin · 05-11-2018, 03:07 PM

Interesting thread... and interesting business venture.

First I wish the business the best, and hope the kind find away to make it work.

If they can find a place to operate while tied to shore I am sure they will do fine. If they can't then they will have a very short season....

tis · 05-11-2018, 04:03 PM

I don't know, think. I like the classic look too but maybe it's like houses. Some people like modern house styles and some like colonial etc.

joey2665 · 05-11-2018, 04:22 PM

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I don't know, think. I like the classic look too but maybe it's like houses. Some people like modern house styles and some like colonial etc.

I think this style speaks to the younger millennial crowd. Young singles with disposable cash.

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tis · 05-11-2018, 06:40 PM

You are probably right, Joey.

Descant · 05-12-2018, 09:57 AM

The advertised size at 2400 sq ft is huge, even of you figure the size of the first deck at 1200 sq ft. Why has nobody on this Forum reported seeing such a vessel under construction, or where it is moored? Even if it is something modular, the components need to be launched and assembled someplace, presumably some place like a marina or marine railway. And it needs a homeport. Why don't we have reported rumors of where it will be homeported? Until I see some good rumors posted, I don't believe just a FB page.
"Like manure, a rumor is no good if you don't spread it."

joey2665 · 05-12-2018, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Descant

The advertised size at 2400 sq ft is huge, even of you figure the size of the first deck at 1200 sq ft. Why has nobody on this Forum reported seeing such a vessel under construction, or where it is moored? Even if it is something modular, the components need to be launched and assembled someplace, presumably some place like a marina or marine railway. And it needs a homeport. Why don't we have reported rumors of where it will be homeported? Until I see some good rumors posted, I don't believe just a FB page.

"Like manure, a rumor is no good if you don't spread it."

According to Facebook their are sneak peek photos on Instagram. However I do not have an account. Maybe some here can check and post photos.

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Descant · 05-12-2018, 10:44 AM

There are pictures of the barge under construction on the Dive website. No indication of where and I can't tell from the pix. www.thedive-NH.com

Hillcountry · 05-13-2018, 07:46 AM

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I think this style speaks to the younger millennial crowd. Young singles with disposable cash.

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Ahhhh! Disposable cash! That must be what’s in those backpacks!

05-10-2018, 10:56 AM	#3
Rusty Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 2,028 Thanks: 603 Thanked 687 Times in 425 Posts	Nothing ventured, nothing gained. I hope it works for them and I wish them luck. __________________ It's never crowded along the extra mile.

05-16-2018, 09:10 AM	#7
Taz Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 347 Thanks: 3 Thanked 70 Times in 47 Posts	Tilton bb - rafting Its not a raft if you are the only boat tied to "The Dive". A raft is 3 or more boats tied together.

05-11-2018, 03:07 PM	#22
LIforrelaxin Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Texas, Lake Ray Hubbard and NH, Long Island Winnipesaukee Posts: 2,923 Thanks: 1,052 Thanked 901 Times in 531 Posts	Interesting thread... and interesting business venture. First I wish the business the best, and hope the kind find away to make it work. If they can find a place to operate while tied to shore I am sure they will do fine. If they can't then they will have a very short season.... __________________ Life is about how much time you can spend relaxing... I do it on an island that isn't really an island.....

05-12-2018, 09:57 AM	#26
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,473 Thanks: 1,387 Thanked 1,667 Times in 1,086 Posts	Where is it? The advertised size at 2400 sq ft is huge, even of you figure the size of the first deck at 1200 sq ft. Why has nobody on this Forum reported seeing such a vessel under construction, or where it is moored? Even if it is something modular, the components need to be launched and assembled someplace, presumably some place like a marina or marine railway. And it needs a homeport. Why don't we have reported rumors of where it will be homeported? Until I see some good rumors posted, I don't believe just a FB page. "Like manure, a rumor is no good if you don't spread it."

05-12-2018, 10:44 AM	#28
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,473 Thanks: 1,387 Thanked 1,667 Times in 1,086 Posts	Pix There are pictures of the barge under construction on the Dive website. No indication of where and I can't tell from the pix. www.thedive-NH.com

05-10-2018, 09:29 AM	#1
Poor Richard Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: The humbling river Posts: 304 Thanks: 42 Thanked 80 Times in 57 Posts	That kitchen exhaust will eventually be dripping food product into the lake. Other than that, seems like a perfect place for the city dwellers to have their city fix while they're away at the lake for the weekend.

05-10-2018, 10:47 AM	#2
Dblblkdiam Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sherborn, MA Posts: 12 Thanks: 7 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts	If some recall, there was something similar on the lake years ago. I want to say around the late 90's. Wish I had a picture of it. Was basically a two level floating barge that people could charter. Not sure what ever happened to it, whether it was lack of business or something else. Wish these folks good luck in their new business.

05-10-2018, 11:01 AM	#4
Seaplane Pilot Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1,177 Thanks: 664 Thanked 943 Times in 368 Posts	We might as well start with the negative food reviews now....why wait? I wish them success!

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05-14-2018, 01:44 PM	#11
ITD Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro, NH Posts: 2,941 Thanks: 481 Thanked 699 Times in 390 Posts	That went down hill quickly...….. back to the OP, I wonder how the liquor permit works?

05-14-2018, 01:49 PM	#12
jbolty Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Posts: 677 Thanks: 325 Thanked 258 Times in 154 Posts	One thing for sure, there is a lot of buzz and free advertising going on.

05-11-2018, 07:45 AM	#17
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,835 Thanks: 764 Thanked 1,474 Times in 1,029 Posts	I think a lot of people will like it for weddings and parties. I don't know about the rest.

05-11-2018, 01:23 PM	#19
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,835 Thanks: 764 Thanked 1,474 Times in 1,029 Posts	Hi I. I agree with you. The Winni Belle does seem to have it covered. They seem to be quite busy but they are mostly on this side of the lake so I was thinking maybe this new one will do quite well if they serve both sides of the lake. And though I haven't checked I assume the Mount is more expensive, but maybe not. You are right, time will tell.

05-11-2018, 04:03 PM	#23
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,835 Thanks: 764 Thanked 1,474 Times in 1,029 Posts	I don't know, think. I like the classic look too but maybe it's like houses. Some people like modern house styles and some like colonial etc.

05-11-2018, 06:40 PM	#25
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,835 Thanks: 764 Thanked 1,474 Times in 1,029 Posts	You are probably right, Joey.