The Dive?

joey2665 · 08-20-2018, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

Thanks for the report. Can you access without anchoring and walking to The Dive? Or is everybody dripping wet?

On the forward starboard side the is an area were you can pull up and drop off passangers. I dropped a crew off there last Thursday. Unfortunately the captain will have to get wet.

Rich · 08-20-2018, 01:04 PM

Some young person should start a shuttle business bringing people to and from The Dive, do it for tips and gas money.

I can imagine this could be a good parasitic business, especially as the water gets a bit cooler.

Call it "The Shuttle", or "The Ride to The Dive".

WakeboardMom · 08-20-2018, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by joey2665

On the forward starboard side the is an area were you can pull up and drop off passangers. I dropped a crew off there last Thursday. Unfortunately the captain will have to get wet.

The forward starboard side? That's the same side as the ladders, right?

We decided not to drop off anyone the day that we were there because there were so many swimmers accessing the ladders and kiddoes swimming in that area while their parents were onboard.

We had a fun time, I'm thankful for a great captain that was able to maneuver through the anchored boats and swimmers.

joey2665 · 08-20-2018, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by WakeboardMom

The forward starboard side? That's the same side as the ladders, right?

We decided not to drop off anyone the day that we were there because there were so many swimmers accessing the ladders and kiddoes swimming in that area while their parents were onboard.

We had a fun time, I'm thankful for a great captain that was able to maneuver through the anchored boats and swimmers.

No it is the opposite side of the ladder where the drive thru will be

Phantom · 08-20-2018, 02:36 PM

I believe he is referring to this area on the starboard bow

WakeboardMom · 08-30-2018, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Phantom

I believe he is referring to this area on the starboard bow

The shuttle boat isn't in this picture. The day we went, the shuttle was tied to the bow, making it tricky to pull alongside where you have the red circle.

joey2665 · 08-30-2018, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by WakeboardMom

The shuttle boat isn't in this picture. The day we went, the shuttle was tied to the bow, making it tricky to pull alongside where you have the red circle.

They were probably restocking supplies when you arrived.

Phantom · 09-04-2018, 08:07 AM

No -- he is right --

We went one of the warm days last week & their center console shuttle boat never left the bow area after running out with Ice & other supplies. Would have been extremely challenging to slip in there and drop someone without tagging the bow of the shuttle boat.

Which begets the next question, How long into the Season will people want to wade in chest high water for a purchased drink?

joey2665 · 09-04-2018, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Phantom

No -- he is right --

We went one of the warm days last week & their center console shuttle boat never left the bow area after running out with Ice & other supplies. Would have been extremely challenging to slip in there and drop someone without tagging the bow of the shuttle boat.

Which begets the next question, How long into the Season will people want to wade in chest high water for a purchased drink?

That's a great question. Early and late in the season can be an issue now if there is no drop off access

Phantom · 09-04-2018, 01:40 PM

I know I am going to catch a blistering set of posts after this but --

Now that we finally made it aboard, I cannot honestly see how the Dive will survive in the long run.

Do NOT get me wrong - it's a great novelty, I love it as an attraction (destination with guests) and my wife & I had a great time aboard for about an hour or so -- with Great staff too I want to point out!! I do hope the new owners prove me wrong as it is actually kinda cool -- However, I just don't see it enduring

But our season is so short. Within a weeks time, I doubt there are many who are going to want to wade in chilly/cold chest deep waters for a $15 drink. Listen to a DJ or participate in Karaoke from 6:00- 9:00pm

It would seem that her "sailing" speed & staff food/logistics prevents her from participating at other sandbars (Margate, Braun, Patrician, et al) which is understandable, yet a tragic flaw.

They are certainly doing well now - but - is that the "novelty" effect ?

We went mid last week & I was actually shocked at the number of boats anchored - given the week before Labor day when most MA schools start we tend to find the Lake generally quieter and in fairness to the dive I would estimate that perhaps 20ppl or so aboard the dive with us with a steady flow in and out.

Charters have been mentioned, but where will the Dive pick up / Drop off ? Certainly not at her home port dock ? and what will that cruise entail at her sailing speed ?

Should she venture off on an excursion -- before you sign up, take a look at her "Wheelhouse" ….. I was AGHAST -- considering the money invested & what they did on exterior appearances (kudo's)-- the owners should be embarrassed by the Wheelhouse ….. and CERTAINLY should have left the door shut while guests were aboard!

Okay -- swing away at me Â…Â….. just my honest opinion now having been aboard.

fatlazyless · 09-04-2018, 02:05 PM

Wading through water that's 3-4' deep is totally doable down to 60-degrees, especially when the goal is to get on board The Dive. Is totally possible to wade through water up to your waist when it is in the icy cold 30's knowing it is only for a minute or two or three. As long as one is wading, and not swimming out over one's head, is all doable. When walking along with feet on the bottom, wading the cold water is mostly psychological; if you want to do it, you can do it. The first minute is the coldest, and then it gets less painful, and more doable.

Who knows, maybe the Dive will get a small 8' row boat for rowing the customers back and forth; on-board ..... a-home .... a-shore .... home boat .....a-yuh ....... bottoms up!

:c heers:

Will do anything

for a cold, dark, Guinness, even wade thru icy cold water up to my nose!!!!

TiltonBB · 09-04-2018, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by fatlazyless

Will do anything

for a cold, dark, Guinness, even wade thru icy cold water up to my nose!!!!

Sorry to break the news to you but you have to pay for your drinks, they are not free! For some reason I don't see you paying a premium price for a beer.

WakeboardMom · 08-20-2018, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by joey2665

No it is the opposite side of the ladder were the drive thru will be

I don't recall seeing it; will look for it the next time. Is it a relatively narrow platform? I believe we didn't utilize it thinking it wasn't where we were supposed to go.

joey2665 · 08-20-2018, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by WakeboardMom

I don't recall seeing it; will look for it the next time. Is it a relatively narrow platform? I believe we didn't utilize it thinking it wasn't where we were supposed to go.

It's like a open doorway and then you can go up the stairs. You can't unload passengers from the port side near the ladder. There are too many people in the area and its extremely shallow.

Descant · 08-22-2018, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by joey2665

On the forward starboard side the is an area were you can pull up and drop off passengers. I dropped a crew off there last Thursday. Unfortunately the captain will have to get wet.

Hmmm. So, she'll drop me off, find a space, set two anchors and swim back? Then I have one for the road, while she goes out to pull in the anchors and come back to pick me up? I vote for Rich's shuttle.

joey2665 · 08-22-2018, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

Hmmm. So, she'll drop me off, find a space, set two anchors and swim back? Then I have one for the road, while she goes out to pull in the anchors and come back to pick me up? I vote for Rich's shuttle.

I’m will you I would prefer not getting wet before I go on.

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Cal Coon · 08-22-2018, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

Hmmm. So, she'll drop me off, find a space, set two anchors and swim back? Then I have one for the road, while she goes out to pull in the anchors and come back to pick me up? I vote for Rich's shuttle.

I think you got it backwards...

Descant · 08-22-2018, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Cal Coon

I think you got it backwards...

Oh. You're a chauvinist sexist pig and think the captain can't be a she?

Descant · 08-22-2018, 10:22 PM

Just before 6:00 pm tonight, WMUR showed a picture of Weirs Bay. Great weather on the lake. Looked like a picture of the Dive in the foreground, only the roof/canvas cover visible.
Can anybody confirm?

joey2665 · 08-22-2018, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

Just before 6:00 pm tonight, WMUR showed a picture of Weirs Bay. Great weather on the lake. Looked like a picture of the Dive in the foreground, only the roof/canvas cover visible.

Can anybody confirm?

According to their Facebook page they did not go out today

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upthesaukee · 08-23-2018, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Descant

Just before 6:00 pm tonight, WMUR showed a picture of Weirs Bay. Great weather on the lake. Looked like a picture of the Dive in the foreground, only the roof/canvas cover visible.
Can anybody confirm?

this may be what you saw. WMUR uses the Weirscam for weather webcam views. Part of the Winnipisaukee Pier building.

https://www.winnipesaukee.com/index.php?pageid=weirscam

Dave

webmaster · 08-23-2018, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by upthesaukee

this may be what you saw. WMUR uses the Weirscam for weather webcam views. Part of the Winnipisaukee Pier building.

https://www.winnipesaukee.com/index.php?pageid=weirscam

Dave

The WeirsCAM has been used many times in TV and online weather reports:

upthesaukee · 08-23-2018, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by webmaster

The WeirsCAM has been used many times in TV and online weather reports:

Yes it has, and by several news outlets.

Cal Coon · 08-23-2018, 04:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Descant

Oh. You're a chauvinist sexist pig and think the captain can't be a she?

I guess I was just brought up the "old fashioned" way... In my world, (where men still exist), the MAN makes the sacrifice for the woman. No need to be so sensitive, pajama boy.

08-20-2018, 01:04 PM	#2
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Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,934 Thanks: 450 Thanked 605 Times in 341 Posts	I believe he is referring to this area on the starboard bow Attached Images __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

09-04-2018, 08:07 AM	#8
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,934 Thanks: 450 Thanked 605 Times in 341 Posts	No -- he is right -- We went one of the warm days last week & their center console shuttle boat never left the bow area after running out with Ice & other supplies. Would have been extremely challenging to slip in there and drop someone without tagging the bow of the shuttle boat. Which begets the next question, How long into the Season will people want to wade in chest high water for a purchased drink? __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

09-04-2018, 01:40 PM	#10
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,934 Thanks: 450 Thanked 605 Times in 341 Posts	I know I am going to catch a blistering set of posts after this but -- Now that we finally made it aboard, I cannot honestly see how the Dive will survive in the long run. Do NOT get me wrong - it's a great novelty, I love it as an attraction (destination with guests) and my wife & I had a great time aboard for about an hour or so -- with Great staff too I want to point out!! I do hope the new owners prove me wrong as it is actually kinda cool -- However, I just don't see it enduring But our season is so short. Within a weeks time, I doubt there are many who are going to want to wade in chilly/cold chest deep waters for a $15 drink. Listen to a DJ or participate in Karaoke from 6:00- 9:00pm It would seem that her "sailing" speed & staff food/logistics prevents her from participating at other sandbars (Margate, Braun, Patrician, et al) which is understandable, yet a tragic flaw. They are certainly doing well now - but - is that the "novelty" effect ? We went mid last week & I was actually shocked at the number of boats anchored - given the week before Labor day when most MA schools start we tend to find the Lake generally quieter and in fairness to the dive I would estimate that perhaps 20ppl or so aboard the dive with us with a steady flow in and out. Charters have been mentioned, but where will the Dive pick up / Drop off ? Certainly not at her home port dock ? and what will that cruise entail at her sailing speed ? Should she venture off on an excursion -- before you sign up, take a look at her "Wheelhouse" ….. I was AGHAST -- considering the money invested & what they did on exterior appearances (kudo's)-- the owners should be embarrassed by the Wheelhouse ….. and CERTAINLY should have left the door shut while guests were aboard! Okay -- swing away at me Â…Â….. just my honest opinion now having been aboard. Attached Images __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

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fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,793 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 301 Thanked 1,024 Times in 745 Posts	..... bottoms up! Wading through water that's 3-4' deep is totally doable down to 60-degrees, especially when the goal is to get on board The Dive. Is totally possible to wade through water up to your waist when it is in the icy cold 30's knowing it is only for a minute or two or three. As long as one is wading, and not swimming out over one's head, is all doable. When walking along with feet on the bottom, wading the cold water is mostly psychological; if you want to do it, you can do it. The first minute is the coldest, and then it gets less painful, and more doable. Who knows, maybe the Dive will get a small 8' row boat for rowing the customers back and forth; on-board ..... a-home .... a-shore .... home boat .....a-yuh ....... bottoms up! :c heers: Will do anything for a cold, dark, Guinness, even wade thru icy cold water up to my nose!!!! __________________ ... down and out, liv'n that Walmart side of the lake!

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