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HOOLIGAN
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| Bald Man wrote: | Jeff,,,, you kill me!!!  Good time eh?
Mike,,, Buy a used boat for sure. I didn't listen to the good advice that I got and ended up beating my first boat to death in the first season. Riverboating has a huge steep learning curve and it's not an easy ride up.
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yeah..good time ..lol not one 3/8 9.450 / 0.80 wall swedged pushrod in Alberta . Jason from AMS is gettin me some overnighted..will be here Tuesday..( long night..lol)
I'm havin a party tomorrow night Dave..not sure on the turn out cause last ones left a few in need of medical assistance..lol .... but feel free to come out and bring some friends ..directions are easy..head north of sylvan and when you come to a stop sign at the end of the Rimbey bypass ..head west across the highway. My shack! Only house up there.
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HOOLIGAN
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| Posted: Fri Jul 11, 2008 5:52 pm Post subject: |
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| Arthur II:On the rocks wrote: | | HOOLIGAN wrote: | I'd say go and spend 35+ on an ex race boat because it was a good deal.. Spend 650 bucks for a tank of fuel..take it for a maiden run on a lake ..lets call the lake "Sylvan" ...Heat up the engine and the oil for 10 minutes as you roll past beach side cottages making friends with every passing lot. They will show you their appreciation by giving you the world known one finger wave. Then when the bow starts to come down ..mash it. .....listen to the soothing banging and watch the nice warm glow of the fire as it exits the scoop...... Get an excellent cardio workout by paddling back to the launch. Tear the valve cover off and hone your photograhy skills by taking a few pics of the rod jammed up beside the exhaust valve rocker..This leads to making new friends with Jesel and Manley ....over the phone which in turn clears out that old credit on your Master card making room for new new credit..who wants that old crap anyways. Add to your travel portfolio as you drive to cities to pick up your parts since there is no Fed Ex in your town.
And never ever listen to people that have expierience with river boating ... Buy the stupidist thing you can during your transition from lake boats to river boats |
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and it will stay useless...lol it's only money..if i don't have it I can steal it
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McFly
Joined: 03 Jul 2008
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Location: Red Deer
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| Posted: Fri Jul 11, 2008 7:51 pm Post subject: |
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| Bald Man wrote: | Jeff,,,, you kill me!!! Good time eh?
Mike,,, Buy a used boat for sure. I didn't listen to the good advice that I got and ended up beating my first boat to death in the first season. River boating has a huge steep learning curve and it's not an easy ride up.
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Ouch! good thing you were alright.
Stop by the shop today for a mini tour. It was awesome!
I'm definitely going to be looking for a used boat over the winter, In time for spring.
I might start begging for some driving lesson soon |
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McFly
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| Posted: Fri Jul 11, 2008 7:58 pm Post subject: |
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| Rapid Transit wrote: | a box of beer and a few gallons of gas will likely get you a ride in a boat or two, and you can decide which type of boat is best for you, and you can learn some tips on running the river as well.
p.s. cold beer ! |
Cold beer eh
I can do that! |
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HOOLIGAN
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| Posted: Fri Jul 11, 2008 11:36 pm Post subject: |
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| McFly wrote: | | Bald Man wrote: | Jeff,,,, you kill me!!! Good time eh?
Mike,,, Buy a used boat for sure. I didn't listen to the good advice that I got and ended up beating my first boat to death in the first season. River boating has a huge steep learning curve and it's not an easy ride up.
Broken ribs is to be expected |
Ouch! good thing you were alright.
Stop by the shop today for a mini tour. It was awesome!
I'm definitely going to be looking for a used boat over the winter, In time for spring.
I might start begging for some driving lesson soon |
LMFAO @ "allright" ....define" allright".....lol
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DOC
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| Posted: Sat Jul 12, 2008 12:52 pm Post subject: |
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Hey Jeff gotta love race motors. I remember that boat Baldy, twas a nice boat.
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Dano
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McFly, don't ponder over the winter which boat is right for you. Go for a spin in as many different boats as you can this summer. Then give it some serious thought over the winter. There are a lot of different styles to choose from and you need to decide which style suits you best.
Try to attend some rally's and bum some rides. River boat folks are always happy to take take someone for a spin.
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McFly
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| Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 9:40 pm Post subject: |
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| Quote: | | LMFAO @ "allright" ....define" allright".....lol |
Oops brain fart sorry.
| Quote: | McFly, don't ponder over the winter which boat is right for you. Go for a spin in as many different boats as you can this summer. Then give it some serious thought over the winter. There are a lot of different styles to choose from and you need to decide which style suits you best.
Try to attend some rally's and bum some rides. River boat folks are always happy to take take someone for a spin. |
Thanks for all the advise so far. The boat I'm leaning toward right now is the Nahanni. I like the size (18') and that it's good for lakes and river. I also think that style of boat would also suit my Search and Rescue duty's. On the rare occasion we're asked to supply a boat.
As for a ride or two, If anyone wants a fifth wheel, just let me know how much gas and/or beer you need, I'd be more then happy to supply it. |
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shorty
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| Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 11:26 pm Post subject: |
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| the nahanni is an awesome boat and theres a ton of ways you can go with one if youre going to go new.the option list is dam near endless and ive heard nothing but good things about the new lightweight versions |
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Viking502
Joined: 23 Nov 2007
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Location: Alberta Beach, AB
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| Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2008 10:32 am Post subject: |
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Right on HOOLIGAN!!!!!!!!!
Your FIRST boat should do @ least 80mph.
DON'T let FEAR and COMMON SENSE get in the way of FUN
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HOOLIGAN
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| Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2008 12:24 pm Post subject: |
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| Viking502 wrote: | Right on HOOLIGAN!!!!!!!!!
Your FIRST boat should do @ least 80mph.
DON'T let FEAR and COMMON SENSE get in the way of FUN |
A bud of mines favorite sayin is " don't ever give up speed for control"
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