The Dive?

Hillcountry · 07-31-2018, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Sam603

Luckily for every Winnipesaukee waterfront owner the Dive has every intention to make the rounds to all the sandbars, they are also capable of getting thru the channel in Paugus Bay by lowering their sign. I Wish them the best but am also glad it won’t be out front at my place, I wouldn’t live near a sand bar

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You think THIS...

Is going through THIS? Pics are out of sync but you get the idea...

Biggd · 07-31-2018, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Hillcountry

You think THIS...

Is going through THIS? Pics are out of sync but you get the idea...

Is that like putting a square peg in a round hole? I'd like to be there when they try that!

thinkxingu · 07-31-2018, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Hillcountry

You think THIS...

Is going through THIS? Pics are out of sync but you get the idea...

I hope so. The best way to test would be to go reallll fast...

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fatlazyless · 07-31-2018, 05:29 PM

Like ....... I can almost remember this like it was just yesterday except I wasn't born yet:

On August 12, 1940, the new to the lake, MS Mount Washington was about six inches too high to fit under that bridge, so its' bilge was filled with water to lower the ship and make it fit. Since then, it has never returned back under the bridge there.

www.lwhs.us/steam-mtwashhistory.htm

That was only 78 years ago, so was anyone on this forum there at the time and have a good photo to post with the Mount sliding under that bridge with just one inch or so to spare ........ picture that?

So, will the Mount Washington be dropping anchor at various sandbars around the lake and hauling people aboard who are so desperate for an adult beverage they'll pay 12-dollars for a cold Bud lite? Ugh ...... I so need a beer ..... thanks for stopping here ...... down the hatch ...... and bottoms up!

joey2665 · 07-31-2018, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by fatlazyless

Like ....... I can almost remember this like it was just yesterday except I wasn't born yet:

On August 12, 1940, the new to the lake, MS Mount Washington was about six inches too high to fit under that bridge, so its' bilge was filled with water to lower the ship and make it fit. Since then, it has never returned back under the bridge there.

Now that is a great tidbit of information. Thanks for the contribution FLL

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jbolty · 07-31-2018, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by fatlazyless

Like ....... I can almost remember this like it was just yesterday except I wasn't born yet:

On August 12, 1940, the new to the lake, MS Mount Washington was about six inches too high to fit under that bridge, so its' bilge was filled with water to lower the ship and make it fit. Since then, it has never returned back under the bridge there.

www.lwhs.us/steam-mtwashhistory.htm

That was only 78 years ago, so was anyone on this forum there at the time and have a good photo to post with the Mount sliding under that bridge with just one inch or so to spare ........ picture that?

So, will the Mount Washington be dropping anchor at various sandbars around the lake and hauling people aboard who are so desperate for an adult beverage they'll pay 12-dollars for a cold Bud lite? Ugh ...... I so need a beer ..... thanks for stopping here ...... down the hatch ...... and bottoms up!

top was off

https://www.winnipesaukee.com/photop...ize=big&sort=1

codeman671 · 07-31-2018, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Hillcountry

You think THIS...

Is going through THIS? Pics are out of sync but you get the idea...

What is the actual bridges clearance? It will be fine as far as beam, if early before traffic hits. Watermark has no problem fitting large construction barges through. I think it will go.

Send it!!!

Taz · 07-31-2018, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by codeman671

What is the actual bridges clearance? It will be fine as far as beam, if early before traffic hits. Watermark has no problem fitting large construction barges through. I think it will go.

Send it!!!

If the Dive is in the chanel from Weirs to Paugus do you think boat traffic in the opposite direction can get by? I don't want to meet up with the Dive in the chanel.

codeman671 · 07-31-2018, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Taz

If the Dive is in the chanel from Weirs to Paugus do you think boat traffic in the opposite direction can get by? I don't want to meet up with the Dive in the chanel.

Exactly why I said early before traffic hits. Do you see construction barges rolling through at noon on a Saturday? They sneak through early. If the Dive was to go early they could also set up where they wanted at the Margate.

Taz · 07-31-2018, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by codeman671

Exactly why I said early before traffic hits. Do you see construction barges rolling through at noon on a Saturday? They sneak through early. If the Dive was to go early they could also set up where they wanted at the Margate.

I don't see anything rolling through in that canal because I Don't go there. So I wouldn't know if barges go there or not.

Descant · 07-31-2018, 11:31 PM

Previous floating restaurants on the lake did not anchor. They found a quiet spot and people found them. Much easier to do that now. With apps and other portable communications, you can set a schedule to be at 'X' island or cove and customers will know you're going to be on the protected side. There are plenty of places that are large enough for drive up (designed for that, remember?). The Dive also has plans for events (weddings, ticketed cruises, private parties, etc.) but these are often planned a year or more in advance, so you won't see many this year. With a lift-up ramp, she can pull up to your yard, or a dock, load passengers and get under way again (wind permitting for all you naysayers) and can probably be stable with the spuds in place if there is wind.
How about that oversize NWZ in Meredith? Protected from prevailing winds and perfect for all the rental paddle boards and kayaks. AND, if you work out an arrangement with the Mount, you can use her docks. It's owned by the Flagship Co. and they control it. It's been done before (Jack Dana, vessel "JackMar", for those who want names.. Almost everything has been done on Winnipesaukee before.

gravy boat · 08-01-2018, 06:37 AM

Just waiting for someone to complain that "It's just not the William Tell - we loved the William Tell..."

Biggd · 08-01-2018, 07:12 AM

I think I'm going to get a few investors and build a Cannabis barge. I'll call it the "Powder Keg". My barge will be more attractive. I'll make it look like a Pirate ship. I can see the $$$$$$$$$$ rolling in now. Everyone be happy!

Seaplane Pilot · 08-01-2018, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Biggd

I think I'm going to get a few investors and build a Cannabis barge. I'll call it the "Powder Keg". My barge will be more attractive. I'll make it look like a Pirate ship. I can see the $$$$$$$$$$ rolling in now. Everyone be happy!

Now you’re on to something! Where do I send the check??

thinkxingu · 08-01-2018, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Biggd

I think I'm going to get a few investors and build a Cannabis barge. I'll call it the "Powder Keg". My barge will be more attractive. I'll make it look like a Pirate ship. I can see the $$$$$$$$$$ rolling in now. Everyone be happy!

Your ship's name is better suited to cocaine--equally profitable, though. A better name would be "Smoke on the Water" or, if keeping with the classic history of Winni, "The Mary Jane."

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Biggd · 08-01-2018, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

Your ship's name is better suited to cocaine--equally profitable, though. A better name would be "Smoke on the Water" or, if keeping with the classic history of Winni, "The Mary Jane."

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I think we're on to something here. How about "The Reefer"?

upthesaukee · 08-01-2018, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Biggd

I think we're on to something here. How about "The Reefer"?

If the last name is Donovan, it could be called "Donovan's Reef-er".

Dave

jeffatsquam · 08-01-2018, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

Your ship's name is better suited to cocaine--equally profitable, though. A better name would be "Smoke on the Water" or, if keeping with the classic history of Winni, "The Mary Jane."

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How about "THE DOO-B "

My BBQ. Barge the "THE BLACK SNOUT" also goes by the name "THE BARB-B-Q"

noreast · 08-01-2018, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Biggd

I think I'm going to get a few investors and build a Cannabis barge. I'll call it the "Powder Keg". My barge will be more attractive. I'll make it look like a Pirate ship. I can see the $$$$$$$$$$ rolling in now. Everyone be happy!

Keep em small, mobile & fast, No one will complain. Supply edibles please.

SAMIAM · 08-02-2018, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Biggd

I think I'm going to get a few investors and build a Cannabis barge. I'll call it the "Powder Keg". My barge will be more attractive. I'll make it look like a Pirate ship. I can see the $$$$$$$$$$ rolling in now. Everyone be happy!

Count me in

Biggd · 08-02-2018, 07:28 AM

This must be the old Hippy crowd from the 60's.

Momo · 08-02-2018, 08:15 AM

Dive website says “ladders down at 11:00 AM” today in Smalls Cove. Yet they were there before 8:00 AM (as they have been on other days). An interesting business concept to beat your own customers to the sandbar to get your parking spot😀😀

joey2665 · 08-02-2018, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Momo

Dive website says “ladders down at 11:00 AM” today in Smalls Cove. Yet they were there before 8:00 AM (as they have been on other days). An interesting business concept to beat your own customers to the sandbar to get your parking spot😀😀

By "ladders down" I believe they mean they open at 11:00am not that they are arriving at 11am

Hillcountry · 08-02-2018, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Biggd

This must be the old Hippy crowd from the 60's.

No “flower child” here...a crusty old, biker fits better.

Taz · 07-31-2018, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by codeman671

Exactly why I said early before traffic hits. Do you see construction barges rolling through at noon on a Saturday? They sneak through early. If the Dive was to go early they could also set up where they wanted at the Margate.

Exactly my point. I'm not convinced the Dive would be willing to leave at what 5 am? To beat the rush not to mention how long a ride from WAM it would be and then leave late at night? And then the gas money to get there. Smalls cove is looking real good. Look at their answers on their FB page when posters ask if they are going anywhere else. They say "it's being discussed" or "the weather is not favorable" or "Smalls is working good"

07-31-2018, 05:29 PM	#4
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,796 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 301 Thanked 1,026 Times in 746 Posts	lmost Like ....... I can almost remember this like it was just yesterday except I wasn't born yet: On August 12, 1940, the new to the lake, MS Mount Washington was about six inches too high to fit under that bridge, so its' bilge was filled with water to lower the ship and make it fit. Since then, it has never returned back under the bridge there. www.lwhs.us/steam-mtwashhistory.htm That was only 78 years ago, so was anyone on this forum there at the time and have a good photo to post with the Mount sliding under that bridge with just one inch or so to spare ........ picture that? So, will the Mount Washington be dropping anchor at various sandbars around the lake and hauling people aboard who are so desperate for an adult beverage they'll pay 12-dollars for a cold Bud lite? Ugh ...... I so need a beer ..... thanks for stopping here ...... down the hatch ...... and bottoms up! __________________ ... down and out, liv'n that Walmart side of the lake!

07-31-2018, 11:31 PM	#11
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,414 Thanks: 1,366 Thanked 1,636 Times in 1,068 Posts	Anyplace? Previous floating restaurants on the lake did not anchor. They found a quiet spot and people found them. Much easier to do that now. With apps and other portable communications, you can set a schedule to be at 'X' island or cove and customers will know you're going to be on the protected side. There are plenty of places that are large enough for drive up (designed for that, remember?). The Dive also has plans for events (weddings, ticketed cruises, private parties, etc.) but these are often planned a year or more in advance, so you won't see many this year. With a lift-up ramp, she can pull up to your yard, or a dock, load passengers and get under way again (wind permitting for all you naysayers) and can probably be stable with the spuds in place if there is wind. How about that oversize NWZ in Meredith? Protected from prevailing winds and perfect for all the rental paddle boards and kayaks. AND, if you work out an arrangement with the Mount, you can use her docks. It's owned by the Flagship Co. and they control it. It's been done before (Jack Dana, vessel "JackMar", for those who want names.. Almost everything has been done on Winnipesaukee before.

08-01-2018, 06:37 AM	#12
gravy boat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Gilford year round, West Alton summers Posts: 595 Thanks: 601 Thanked 203 Times in 102 Posts	The Dive Just waiting for someone to complain that "It's just not the William Tell - we loved the William Tell..."

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Momo Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Posts: 26 Thanks: 18 Thanked 17 Times in 8 Posts	Dive website says “ladders down at 11:00 AM” today in Smalls Cove. Yet they were there before 8:00 AM (as they have been on other days). An interesting business concept to beat your own customers to the sandbar to get your parking spot😀😀