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New Requirement MSDS on Tankers

2009-06-26T21:52:00.003-04:00

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The U.S. Coast Guard announced that it has submitted a Federal Register notice to the marine community containing guidance on new International Maritime Organization measures. These new measures require that all tank ships subject to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention carrying Annex I cargoes and all ships using Annex I marine fuels have Material Safety Data Sheets aboard. This Safety of Life at Sea Convention requirement will become effective January 1, 2011. It does not apply to inland barges or any other ship not subject to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention.

After January 1, 2011, nations party to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention can be expected to verify that ships subject to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention have Material Safety Data Sheets as required. After that date, all U.S. flagged vessels under the Safety of Life at Sea Convention traveling overseas should expect foreign administrations to ask for Material Safety Data Sheets for each Annex I cargo and marine oil fuel on board.

Also after that date, all foreign flagged vessels under the Safety of Life at Sea Convention in U.S. ports should expect the Coast Guard to ask for Material Safety Data Sheets in fulfillment of the United States' duties as a party to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention. The Coast Guard expects that ship's personnel receive Material Safety Data Sheets in a working language or languages understood by them. The Coast Guard expects that occupational exposure limits referenced in a Material Safety Data Sheet be based on an internationally-recognized standard.

The International Maritime Organization has recommended a format for the Material Safety Data Sheet and the Coast Guard encourages the use of this recommended format and content, which is set out in the Federal Register notice. Some nations party to the Safety of Life at Sea Convention may require Material Safety Data Sheets to follow the International Maritime Organization recommendations for format and content.

In most cases, vessels will already have Material Safety Data sheets for all cargoes that usually will contain the recommended information. In some cases, certain recommended data may not apply to the bulk liquid in question (data not applicable should be so noted); however, some member nations may require all of the recommended information.

The notice is available at the Office of the Federal Register Public Inspection Desk at www.federalregister.gov. After publication, it will be available in the Federal Register and at www.regulations.gov, docket number: USCG-2009-0553.

Northrop Grumman Contract, 10th Amphibious Ship

2009-06-26T21:48:00.002-04:00

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The U.S. Navy awarded a $213.8m cost-plus-fixed-fee advance procurement contract to Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) that will provide long lead materials for LPD 26, the tenth amphibious transport dock ship of the USS San Antonio (LPD 17) class.

The funds will be used to purchase long lead time materials and major equipment in support of the new ship, such as main engines and diesel generators. The work will be performed at the company's Gulf Coast facilities. The award of a contract for the detail design and construction of LPD 26 is anticipated in mid-2010.

The ten ships of the LPD 17 class are a key element of the Navy's ability to project power ashore. Collectively, these ships functionally replace over 41 ships (LPD 4, LSD 36, LKA 113, and LST 1179 classes of amphibious ships) providing the Navy and Marine Corps with modern, sea-based platforms that are networked, survivable, and built to operate with 21st century platforms, such as the MV-22 Osprey and the Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle (EFV).

The LPD 17-class ships are 684 ft long, 105 ft wide and displace approximately 25,000 tons. Their principal mission is to deploy the combat and support elements of Marine Expeditionary Units and Brigades. The ship can carry up to 800 troops and have the capability of transporting and debarking air cushion (LCAC) or conventional landing craft and EFVs, augmented by helicopters or vertical take off and landing aircraft such as the MV-22. These ships will support amphibious assault, special operations, or expeditionary warfare missions through the first half of the 21st Century.

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2009-04-03T12:17:00.002-04:00

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A river and bay push boat built for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been posted for immediate sale. The vessel features include:
• Complete rebuild 2006
• Regularly dry-docked and serviced
• Good working condition 2009
• 47 ft long x 17 ft wide
• Weight: 44 tons
• Two 300HP Cummins NT855 Diesel Engines
• Two 4-blade, 34 inch diameter brass props
• 750 gallon fuel capacity
• Complete overhaul 2006: one engine rebuilt by Cummins dealer
• New diesel gen-set installed
• New batteries 2008
• Built 1970 for Grafton Boats for US Army Corps of Engineers
• Current location Delaware, USA
Sales Price: $335,000 Ex-works Site

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Assessment of USS Hartford and New Orleans. Used Boat Sales / Sell A Boat 888-306-BOAT

2009-04-03T12:10:00.001-04:00

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The U.S. Navy submarine and U.S. amphibious ship that
collided in the Strait of Hormuz March 20, have been undergoing extensive engineering and damage assessments since pulling into Bahrain March 21.

Engineering and technical experts arrived in Bahrain to assess the damage to USS Hartford (SSN 768) and USS New Orleans (LPD 18). They will augment Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) Detachment Bahrain.

Twelve Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard (PHNSY) personnel and two Naval Sea Systems (NAVSEA) experts are assessing the damage to Hartford and New Orleans and have begun initial in-theater repairs.

While overall damage to both ships is being evaluated, investigators believe Hartford rolled approximately 85 degrees during the collision.

Despite the roll, engineering investigations have confirmed the propulsion plant of the submarine was unaffected by this collision.

However, Hartford sustained damage to its sail and periscope, as well as the port bow plane.

New Orleans suffered a ruptured fuel tank. Divers have determined the resulting hole is approximately 16 by 18 feet in size. There was also interior damage to two ballast tanks.

In addition to the engineering efforts, two formal investigations are currently underway: a Safety Investigation and a Judge Advocate General Manual (JAGMAN) Investigation. Capt. Craig Kleint, the Dock Landing Ship (LSD) Class Squadron commodore has been appointed as the investigating officer (IO) for the JAGMAN investigation. A senior O-6 submarine officer has been named as the senior member of the Safety Instigation Review, but his name is not releasable until the investigation has been completed.

The Safety Investigation Board is appointed to identify hazards and their causal factors in serious incidents. Their report is an essential tool to identify causes to prevent recurrence.

The JAGMAN investigation is intended to provide a critical and objective overview of what happened. Kleint, a nuclear-trained surface warfare officer, is joined by a post-command submarine officer. They are supported by a three-person legal team.

Naval Surface Forces (SURFOR) and Naval Submarine Forces (SUBFOR) are providing extensive support to Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) for the Safety Investigation Board and JAGMAN investigation team.

Both investigations have a 30-day initial timeline, but extensions may be granted if more time is needed to complete the investigation process.

Hartford and New Orleans were on regularly scheduled deployments to the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Operations conducting maritime security operations (MSO) when the accident occurred.

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George H.W. Bush to take delivery of a brand-new boat. Used Boats For Sale.Com 305-936-2489

2008-10-09T15:15:00.002-04:00

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Former president is enamored of Fountain Powerboats
President George H.W. Bush loves Fountain Powerboats.

A brand-new, 38-foot, open-bow Fountain Powerboat with three 300 horsepower Mercurys will be in the former president’s hands by this afternoon.

The fishing vessel retails for $280,000, according to Reggie Fountain, owner of Fountain Powerboats.

The “Fidelity IV,” as named by Bush, is the third Fountain Powerboat of the same name purchased by the former president.

The boat tops out at 75 mph, according to Fountain.

“I just ran it myself,” Fountain said after testing the boat Thursday afternoon.

The sleek fishing boat features a stitching of the Presidential Seal on the front and back of the captain’s seat.

Fountain is a friend of the Bush family, and has been on many fishing excursions with the former president. Bush keeps his boats in Kenny Bunk Port, Maine, where he has a vacation house.

“He’s a real nice guy,” Fountain said. “Last time I got to go up and stay the night at his house.”

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Fountain plans to visit the former president again within the next few weeks.

The Bush family usually treats Fountain to a Maine delicacy: Lobsters, he said.

“The trip’s just to kind of hang out, eat lobsters,” Fountain explained.

Bush fishes for stripers or “rock fish”, as they are sometimes referred to, off the coast of Maine, Fountain said. But just because he prefers fishing vessels doesn’t mean Bush is afraid to push his boats, Fountain said.

According to Fountain, when Bush goes on fishing trips his boat is guarded by three Secret Service boats.

“But they can’t keep up with him,” Fountain said. “He’ll get about a half-mile lead, then he let’s them catch up with us.”

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Annapolis boat show launches amid cloudy economic picture. Sell A Boat 305-936-2489

2008-10-08T16:56:00.003-04:00

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Ed Hartman pretty much invented this boat show business, and after 37 years of anchoring nearly an acre and a half of floating docks at the Annapolis waterfront to display everything from dinghies to modest outboards to mammoth sail and power yachts, you'd think he'd have seen it all.

Not so. Not when high fuel prices are enough to scare off weekend boaters. Not when the economy leaves buyers, builders, lenders and vendors scratching their heads and wringing their hands.

Not when just about everyone who strolls down to City Dock the next two weekends, admiring an array of power and sailboats, will wonder how a staggering economy is going to treat a luxury business like this.

"This thing going on in Washington right now, God only knows," Hartman said. "We're in a slow period, but from what we see, it's just a myth that there's no money to lend."

Early indicators, including attendance at summer boat shows put on by Hartman's United Yacht Sales Inc. in Rhode Island and Connecticut, were off slightly, he said. Still, with about 700 sailboats and powerboats, plus other vendors lined up for the next two weekends of sail and power boat shows here, there's even a short waiting list, Hartman said.

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Advance ticket sales in Annapolis are down 4 percent for this weekend's sailboat show (tomorrow through Monday) and off 11 percent for the powerboat show next week (Oct. 16-19), but Hartman says walk-up sales are what counts, the last-minute crowd who like to window shop in the waning warm days of October.

"Power sales say that it depends on the size boat you want," Hartman said. "A boat up to 21 feet is good now because it'll burn a lot less gas. Anything above 35 feet, and those people don't have to worry much about the price of gas. It's those boats in the 21- to 31-foot range that'll take the hit."

Pat Miller, a financial broker in Annapolis, said banks and other lenders have money but they're requiring more from loan clients.

"These are difficult times, but there is money out there. But the days of the 'no-doc' loan are gone," Miller said. "We're all going to be looking at the boat shows as a barometer on how this will turn out."

At Annapolis Yacht Sales, Vera Sohovich, the sales manager, said they've already had a good fall season and look forward to an above-average boat show, which routinely accounts for 25 percent to 30 percent of their annual sales in high-priced sailboats. A dealer for Beneteau and other well-known boat builders, Annapolis Yacht Sales, will have 19 boats in the water this year, including two about 55 feet long that go for $550,000 apiece.

"I don't think we'll be having one of those boat shows where we'll sell 15, but eight to 10 boats would be doable," Sohovich said. "We're lucky to be here in an area that's somewhat recession-proof."

Most likely, Hartman said, the show will help Annapolis tout its still-vibrant maritime heritage to 90,000 to 100,000 visitors when the city pretty much gives itself over to wannabe boat owners who grab a parking place at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and take buses downtown.

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City officials say a 2002 study showed that the maritime business is worth an estimated $200 million a year. Annapolis also gets $375,000 a year from Hartman's company for rent of City Dock.

The boat shows, sail and power combined, bring in $50 million, said Michael Miron, Annapolis' economic development director.

"It would be hard to deny that a severe credit crunch will hamper sales," Miron said. "On the other hand, people who've shopped around for a year or two come here to buy."

Susan Zellers, executive director of the state Marine Trades Association, said fuel prices seem to have leveled off since summer.

"I don't want to paint too rosy a picture; certainly credit is an issue," Zellers said. "But boating is a lifestyle decision, and people seem to be waiting to see where things go."

Jack Heffner, who owns the Gratitude Yachting Center in Rock Hall, said he is optimistic after selling two sailboats worth $160,000 apiece at a boat show in Virginia last week.

"We sold the two, then another for around $60,000 back here," Heffner said. "It doesn't have to be some kind of millionaire's boat. The deals are more difficult to put together now, and there's a lot closer look by the lenders."

Meanwhile, down at City Dock, Gary Reiner and his staff at Mills Fine Wine and Spirits are gearing up for two straight hectic weekends -- regardless of boat sales.

"We're right here at the dock. How can that be bad?" Reiner said. "In good times, people like to drink. And in bad times, people like to drink."

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Coast Guard wraps up summer boating season. Used Boat Sales 305-936-2489

2008-10-08T13:47:00.002-04:00

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As the air and water temperatures in Vermont grow colder, Coast Guard Sector Northern New England is reminding mariners to take extra precautions on the water.

The Northeast is already experiencing colder weather, which means boaters, paddlers, sailors, fishermen and hunters should carry extra gear to protect them from the cold, Coast Guard officials said.
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Boaters are urged to follow these safety rules:

-- Leave a float plan with a responsible individual who knows your intentions, location, and who they should call if you do not return as scheduled.
-- Wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket and set the example for your passengers or paddling partners.
-- Carry a VHF radio and other reliable means of communication.
-- Be prepared for the shock of sudden immersion and the disabling effects of cold water. Plan for the worst: dress as though you are going to get wet and be cold.
-- Maintain situational awareness on the water - be aware of activity around your vessel, including changing weather, and always know your location.
-- Be responsible - Know that alcohol and drugs cause accidents and sometimes death.

This year, between Memorial Day and Labor Day, there were about 135 disabled boater cases, about 50 cases where people were rescued from the water, and about 40 cases where vessels ran aground in New England.

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Zeus propulsion standard on new Sea Ray 43 Sundancer.

2008-09-25T20:11:00.003-04:00

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No matter how experienced the boater, from veteran owner to brand-new buyer, they’ll always have the upper hand with the new Sea Ray 43 Sundancer. This is the first Sea Ray to come standard with the revolutionary Zeus propulsion system and intuitive helm joystick, which means that now anyone can dock. All the driver has to do is move the joystick in the direction he or she wants to go, or twist it to turn the boat in its own length. Nothing could be easier.

The 43 Sundancer comes standard with twin Cummins MerCruiser® QSB 425 diesels (425 hp - 313 kW) mated to Zeus drives — individually articulating pods that offer up to 15 percent better fuel economy and 15 percent faster top speeds than regular inboards. Plus, the Zeus-equipped 43 Sundancer provides a more comfortable ride because gear noise and vibration are significantly reduced. Optional power includes twin Cummins MerCruiser QSB 480 diesels (474 hp - 353 kW) with Zeus drives.

Above the waterline, the 43 Sundancer is everything that discriminating boat owners have come to expect from the definitive express cruiser series on the water. It starts with a trademark reverse sheer line, below which are two oversize hull windows and10 portlights. A hardtop integrates seamlessly with the windshield for the ultimate in weather protection and climate control (16,000-BTU helm air conditioning/heating is optional), yet you can still let the sun shine in thanks to two retractable skylights.

The captain will enjoy that sunny warmth from a double-wide helm seat with flip-up bolster and armrests. It slides and adjusts vertically in front of the gel-coated dash with SmartCraft® VesselView Display and MerCruiser digital throttle and shift. To port, guests can lounge on the big L-shaped bench. The seating options continue in the cockpit, which boasts a U-shaped lounge flanking a convenient fiberglass table; a wet bar opposite features a solid-surface countertop, sink and icemaker — or you can opt up to the removable flatscreen TV, stainless-steel barbecue grill and refrigerator.

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Below deck, the 43 Sundancer features a functional (and absolutely gorgeous) split stateroom plan, each with a wood privacy door. The forward master pampers owners in an island-style bed, from which they can watch the flatscreen HDTV with remote DVD player. Cruising couples will be amazed at the storage — under the berth, in gunwale cabinets, in two hanging lockers, in the floor — and they’ll also love the individual head and shower compartments, port and starboard, both with tile flooring.

The mid-stateroom has two twin beds that convert to a queen, so it’s perfect for kids or grown-up guests. Along with a hanging locker, overnighters here will appreciate a private head and shower compartment; the vanity is separate and includes a solid-surface countertop, mirror, sink and storage.

In between the two staterooms, the salon and galley have all the modern indulgences of a refined seaside condominium. There’s optional wood flooring and Ultraleather HP™ seating; a 26-inch flatscreen HDTV with DVD player and stereo with six-disk CD changer; wood blinds and high-gloss cherry interior (either regular or dark). The galley is designed to make life as easy as possible for the onboard chef, sporting designated storage for cutlery, plates, and glasses. Full stainless-steel appliances add more than a touch of luxury.

At its heart, the new 43 Sundancer is a boat that will make owners feel comfortable in any situation, whether it be driving, docking, entertaining, or cruising with friends and family. And since it comes with a free membership in the Sea Ray Owners Club™, which offers great money-saving benefits and endless fun experiences like owners’ rendezvous and dock parties, the newest sport yacht will have ample opportunity to show off its slick handiwork.

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Specifications* for the 43 Sundancer are as follows:
Overall Length w/Extended Swim Platform 47’3” 14.40 m
Beam 14’0” 4.27 m
Draft (Zeus Drives) 42” 107 cm
Dry weight 28,500 lbs 12,928 kg
Fuel capacity 350 gal 1,325 L
Water capacity 100 gal 378 L
Holding tank 42 gal 159 L
Dead rise 19° 19°

*The specification measurements are approximate and are subject to variance.

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U.S. brokers look north to sell rising boat inventory. Sell A Boat

2008-09-15T21:11:00.003-04:00

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Faltering American economy and election-year jitters put Canadian buyers in the driver's seat.
Faced with a faltering economy and election-year jitters among consumers, American yacht brokers are looking north of the border to find customers for their growing inventory of boats.

The Canadian dollar reaching parity with the U.S. greenback piqued interest in cross-border boat shopping among Canadians, and even now with the dollar at a weaker 93 cents US, Allen Powell, president of the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association, said Canadians are still heading south in search of boats.

"We've had Canadians coming all the way down here," said Powell, who owns Capital City Yachts in Olympia, Wash., which primarily sells trawlers from 45 to 75 feet, ranging from $580,000 US to over $1 million. "We just delivered a brand new powerboat to a Canadian, and we just delivered a sailboat that was built in Canada and is going back to Canada.

"Our goal is to encourage your fellow countrymen to come and look and to look seriously because there is a lot of inventory that brokers are anxious to sell," he said. "Frankly, a lot of people, ourselves included, are looking at getting the '09 models in and not having to worry about the '08 models that are still here."

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Just as real estate here has switched from a sellers' to a buyers' market, boat buyers in the U.S. are now in the driver's seat. Powell said with election years traditionally weaker for those luxury purchases, the November presidential vote is only making it more difficult to sell boats to Americans.

"The dollar parity has helped for sure, and I think your economy has been more robust. It is certainly more stable," said Powell. "It seems to me that has helped, and I assume that has brought some people who might have been sitting on the fence to buy.

"The other thing that has been helpful to Canadian buyers is that there is more inventory, and so the choices are greater."

Like the auto business, gas guzzlers are the new pariahs on the water, and Powell said there has been a shift to more efficient powerboats and sailboats, driven by concern for the environment as well as concern for pocketbooks.

"The sailboat inventory is probably at one of the lowest [points], it is a lot lower than last year," he said, adding that the same cannot be said for twin gas-engine powerboats.

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"People can certainly afford the boat, but they would rather not spend $10,000 a year on fuel," he said of those 40-foot-plus gas-felled boats.

"People are looking for conservative purchases. They are concerned about fuel costs, but also about their carbon footprint," he said.

"We are educating our purchasers that they should look locally first, and if they want to buy something in Seattle or south of the border, we can act for them, just as a real estate agent does when they are buying a house," he said. "We use our expertise to help them import a boat."

Costs can vary, but generally Canadian buyers will be paying GST and provincial sales tax on boats they bring in from the U.S. And depending on where the boat was manufactured, they may also face costs for duty.

"Generally speaking, the selection is better," said Horne. "There is a perception that the U.S. economy is weak and there are bargains galore, but in reality the boats that are repossessed are older boats and they have been let go. The buys aren't phenomenal."

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Gas Prices Pinching Some Boaters To Sell Their Boat

2008-09-14T09:06:00.000-04:00

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OKLAHOMA CITY -- High gas prices have some small boat owners struggling to afford the fuel to keep their boats on the water.

Vendors at the Original Free RV and Boat Show at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds Sunday said sales of smaller boats have been struggling this year.

Doug Duvall of Boat and RV World in Edmond said large boat sales are still OK, but his business is seeing a lot of people seeking to sell back smaller boats.

“A lot of them will have their motorcycle and their boat and their four-wheelers as their toys,” he said. “Well, they are streamlining toys that take gas.”

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Duvall said boat dealers in Oklahoma are weathering the situation better than their counterparts in California.

Mark Webster brought his wife Yvonne to the boat show, browsing for something they could use for fishing and skiing. Webster said fuel prices wouldn’t make or break his buying decision.

“It's a concern, because you've got your fuel expenses to and from the lake, plus the boat expenses, but it's not really a big factor,” said Webster.

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Selling A Boat - Learn the Basics of Boat Sales - Sell A Boat .Com 888-306-BOAT

2008-04-25T08:58:00.000-04:00

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Do you want to sell your boat? Just like buying a boat, selling one is not easy either. You should give equal importance to both. While selling a boat, it is certain that you want to get a fair deal on your boat. You want to get the best price possible from the market, but at the same time you should not overprice your boat as that would be detrimental. This article will describe certain things you can do to help you determine your experience level as far as boat-selling is concerned.

First of all, you have to find out what a fair price for the boat would be. You will need to get an estimate of what the boat is worth. You can do this by consulting a professional and having the boat appraised or you can go by the marine blue book value and make an estimate based on the accessories included and the depreciation of the boat.

Making an estimate for boat sales on your own will require that you take the task seriously. Start by finding out the going price for the boat and then deduct value according to the age and the condition of the boat. Next, you will add any value according to the accessories that you have and the condition that they are in. Once you have done this you should be able to come up with a price that is fair to both you and the potential buyer.

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Knowing when to sell your boat is just as important as knowing how to set the price. Certain times of the year will make a difference in the amount of potential buyers that you will see. For example, trying to sell a boat in the middle of winter is not a good idea. This is especially true if you live in very cold regions. People are just not interested in boat sales during this time of the year. The offers that you do get may leave you a little disappointed.

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However, trying to sell a boat at the beginning of the boating season will have a completely different effect. This is when people are out searching for that perfect boat and many of them will be willing to pay a little more for the boat of their dreams. This also means that you will need to put less effort into selling your boat because more people will already be interested.

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Be sure to keep everything you need in order so that you can quickly engage in boat sale without wasting any time. Keep all the documents you need in one place. One of the worst things that can happen to you is not knowing where the title is or not having all the things you need in order to sell the boat legally. Believe me, this is the quickest way to lose the sale!

Also make sure you polish and clean up your boat before selling it so that it looks clean and bright. Make sure the battery is charged and ready for show. Basically, you need to get prepared to sell your boat and you will see that everything else will automatically fall in place.

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This warning is for anyone trying to sell something

2008-04-23T13:17:00.000-04:00

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We heard from Doug in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida who was selling his boat. He says when he ran a newspaper ad she was swarmed by scammers. He says "The basic scam is they want me to cash a large money order, deduct a payment for my boat, then send them the rest. When all is said and done the money order is, of course, no good."

Whether selling a dog, a boat or a piece of furniture you'll likely get a similar come-on.

In the e-mail the first red flag to this scam is a buyer willing to pay for something sight unseen. Secondly, wanting to pay by money order through a third party.

Be warned if you do cash a money order and it turns out to be no good the bank will hold you accountable for paying the money back.

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Boat companies offer deals in midst of housing slump. Sell A Boat / Used Boats Sales

2008-01-23T13:04:00.000-05:00

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As the economy suffers in the wake of the national credit crisis and housing slump, local boat buyers should expect thousands of dollars in incentives when the famed Annapolis Boat Shows get under way next month.
Tidewater Marina and Annapolis Yacht Sales are both offering consumers "fractional ownership" options, allowing them to split the cost of boats. Tidewater's even throwing in free equipment packages - with stereos, flat-screen TVs and in-mast furlings - worth as much as $25,000.

Meanwhile, Offshore Performance in Grasonville is offering service winterization packages, free storage over the winter and a free tanks of fuel.

The Annapolis Boat Shows take center stage next month as the international spot for manufacturers to show off new models. The sailboat show runs from Oct. 4-8 followed by the powerboat show Oct. 11-14.

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While tighter lending requirements have made borrowing harder, exhibitors are encouraged by the Federal Reserve's recent decision to lower interest rates by half a percentage point. The rate lowers the amount banks charge to each other for overnight loans, creating more liquidity in the market.

"Clearly, softening in the housing market has contributed to softening in the first half of this year in the boating industry," said Thom Dammrich, president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association. "I think with this interest-rate cut, it's going to position us for a recovery in 2008."

Rates will be down in terms of boat financing, said Paul Matrangola, Tidewater's sales manager whose marina features Hunter sailboats ranging in price from $100,000 to $450,000 and Dufour Yachts running from $150,000 to $600,000.

"We're optimistic," he said. "We're fortunate to be selling to customers who have managed their (finances) in a good fashion, particularly with sailboats."

Garth Hichens, owner of Annapolis Yachts Sales, which sells Beneteau models and is holding an open house this weekend, acknowledged a "shift in the market" but said it's because people have less time on their hands, not less money.

"People still buy high-end boats," he said.

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A person "buys a Porsche because he loves driving around in a Porsche. That's what these boats are."

But to help busy families that don't have time or money to invest in a large yacht, the company is for the first time offering a fractional ownership incentive for its Beneteau boats ranging in price from $150,000 to more than $400,000. For example, a 40-foot Beneteau for $220,000 could be split between four people at $55,000 each.

Customers also can add the cost of "concierge" maintenance service to monthly payments, he said.

The company is also selling "day sailor" Alerion boats that range in price from $35,0000 to $350,000 and are designed to be taken out for two or three hours, not the entire weekend. The Sabre Spirit, a cross between a day sailor boat and a cruiser, is priced at $250,000.

While dealers say high-end customer are unaffected by the ups and downs of the stock market, economist agree that many will be more hesitant about purchasing boats this year.

"People from all walks of life are feeling squeezed by the housing downturn," said Greg McBride, senior financial analyst for Bankrate.com. "That's left a lot of question marks about the economy."

While the Fed's rate cut was designed to lower borrowing costs so consumers are more likely to make those big-ticket purchases, credit requirements will still keep some from getting a loan, he said.

Bill Proctor, owner of OffShore Performance, said financing for powerboats has gotten so tough for some consumers that a bank turned down one customer down "because he has three homes."

Mr. Proctor said he'll have a better idea of how customers are feeling between November and up to December, when the company sells most of its boats. But he said his company's goal was to sell $8 million in boat sales by year's end and he expects to be short about $1 million.

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Meantime, offshore is going back to its manufacturers to get better discounts.

"They are going to pay interest for nine months to a year or I won't buy the boat," he said. "Five years ago, your sales were good, your margins were more, you didn't worry about that."

Joseph Cater, president and chief economist of Market-Economics in Annapolis, said he expects many consumers took increased equity from their homes and bought big-ticket items like boats and cars but have seen that equity drop as home values declined.

"They (were) snapping their suspenders saying they're a millionaire," he said. "All of the sudden it's like, 'I'll keep that old Volvo. I'll keep that old boat we've got.'"

But Zoltan Pozsar, senior economist with Moody's Economy.com who covers the Maryland and Washington economies, said he expects the some consumers to be unaffected by turmoil in the market.

"Not all consumer are created equal," he said. "If you are at the lower half of the income distribution, things are pretty bad right now ... You're probably not benefiting from stocks. But on the other hand, if you're in the top half things are fine. Things are not falling apart in any case."

Joe Thompson, a yacht broker with Crusader Yacht Sales in Annapolis, said his company, which prices yachts between $18,000 and $400,000, is not seeing the pressures of the credit market.

"The yachts that we sell are long-term investments," he said. "Our customers tend to be more experienced. They come to us looking for a good quality boat and they have the expectations that the boat is going to hold its value."

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Walker Bay Boats Extends Its Hull Warranty To 10 Years Sell A Boat Used Boat Sales

2007-04-19T19:18:00.000-04:00

Sell-A-Boat.Com - Yakima, WA, – Walker Bay Boats Inc. announced today that it has extended their factory backed warranty on all injection molded hulls, including the Original and Genesis lines to 10 years. By using proprietary High Impact Marine Composite in the injection molding process, Walker Bay hulls are exceptionally strong and impact resistant. “We have put the hulls through rigorous testing and have even hit it with a sledge hammer and driven over it with a truck to illustrate the extremes that our hulls can withstand as opposed to aluminum or fiberglass hulls” said Michael Carroll, Director of Marketing for Walker Bay Boats. “Although we don’t expect or warranty our hulls against sledge hammers and trucks, we are confident that our hulls are going to be around for many years,” concluded Carroll.Walker Bay boats are manufactured using a state-of-the-art injection molding process. Precisely pre-measured UV-protected polypropylene resin is injected with a massive force of over 8000 tons into a mold that can weigh up to 82 tons. It is then cooled to take the shape of the mold with a finish that is flawless. The one-piece hull has no seams or joints to crack or leak which contributes to its impact resistance and durability.

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Unlike a hard fiberglass hull that is vulnerable to corrosion or delaminating when it gets scratched, the Walker Bay hull is a single color solid material that requires no fixing for scuffs and scrapes. Walker Bay’s manufacturing process is environmental friendly with zero emissions and all hulls are 100% recyclable.Walker Bay Boats continues to win awards in innovation and is committed to maintaining the quality of its product to exceed customer expectations. It is important to note that this warranty is specific to the injection molded hull and not components and accessories. Those items have separate warranties that are described in the owner manuals or on the web which also has the specifics on hull coverage. To see video footage of what the Walker Bay hull can take in abuse, go to http://www.walkerbay.com/media/media_ideas.php

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TowBoatUS Bay St. Louis Opens On The Mississippi Gulf Coast

2007-04-19T12:38:00.000-04:00

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TowBoatUS, part of the nation’s largest on-the-water towing service for boaters, has returned to an area of the Gulf known as “Hurricane Katrina ground zero.” Capt. Matt Caldwell has opened TowBoatUS Bay St. Louis on Mississippi’s “West End” on St. Louis Bay adjacent to the Bay Waveland Yacht Club. The news follows the recent opening of TowBoatU.S. Lake Pontchartrain, LA, and brings the total number of TowBoatUS in the Gulf (from the Keys to the Mexican border) to 51.

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Captain Caldwell, a USCG veteran, said “I’ve wanted to open my own on-the-water towing port for a long time and I believe this is the right location and right time to do it. This region will grow significantly and I want to be there when boaters need assistance.” Before returning to his home state, Capt. Caldwell was a towboat captain in the Charleston region, ran a dive boat and also worked in the oil service industry.
Caldwell has equipped TowBoatUS Bay St. Louis with three vessels: a 20-foot Boston Whaler Guardian center console, a 21-foot Impact pilothouse and a 27-foot Boston Whaler pilothouse. “We use the 20-footer when we need to trailer to a location or when bridges are problems,” said Caldwell. All three vessels can be identified by their distinctive red hulls with white bow stripes and “TowBoatU.S.” lettering along its side.

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Onboard each boat is a full complement of towing and salvage equipment including extra fuel, pumps, airbags and battery “jump packs” to handle every breakdown from running out of fuel to running aground.
Hurricane Katrina changed the topography of many local waterways says Caldwell, which can lead to groundings. “Many of our barrier islands and shoals have shifted since the storm. But I want boaters to know they can rely on us – I enjoy being able to help them,” he added.
Similar to a roadside auto club, BoatUS offers on-the-water assistance plans starting at around $37 a year. Without a towing plan, boaters face costs that nationally average about $600 per incident. Boaters in need of towing assistance can reach TowBoatUS Bay St. Louis by calling the company directly at 228-217-4439 or 800-315-6206; by VHF radio on channel 16; or through the BoatUS toll-free Dispatch Service at 800-391-4869 or visit http://www.BoatUS.com for more information.

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Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) is the nation's leading advocate for recreational boaters providing its 670,000 members with a wide array of consumer services, including on-the-water towing assistance provided by TowBoatUS and Vessel Assist. These two fleets combined offer North American boaters the largest network of US, Canadian and Bahamian towing ports with over 270 locations and nearly 500 towing assistance vessels - twice that of any other service provider.

Riviera Translates Aussie Ruggedness Into Comfort & Performance. Sell A Boat Used Boat Sales

2006-12-24T00:23:00.000-05:00

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The new Riviera 40 and 51 Flybridge Convertibles were designed to handle the rough seas of the Southern Ocean surrounding their Australian birthplace. Those conditions also inspired the Riviera designers to add new features making the boats easy to maintain as well as comfortable for cruising.

The sleek fiberglass hull with its flared bow allows easy maintenance from the bow roller to the swim platform. The cockpit is cleanly laid out with a recessed channel around the slightly crowned deck that allows water to run out through a large center scupper, essentially a self-bailing cockpit. The live bait well in the aft coaming gives the appearance of a lit aquarium complete with a circulating pump. A fish box is located in the sole. The refrigeration box has a rheostat that will take the temperature from chilling to freezing.
On the safety side, there are large walkarounds on deck and good handrails as well as nonskid surfaces. The bulkheads are solid and the bilges are compartmentalized to contain water in one section should there be a leak or a failure in the head system. The specially designed bow structure is almost impact resistant, assuring that a collision will not allow the hull to be compromised.

The boat is designed for easy access for maintenance and large access areas for inspection below decks, all the way to the rudder post. Most unique is the engine room access where the entire sink compartment to port of the cabin door swings open to reveal the mechanical operations. Also new are the flush mounted pop up cleats on the side coamings and the recessed cleats aft to reduce chafe on stern lines.The models being shown now are all fiberglass but a teak cockpit can be ordered. A boat can also be ordered with no swim platform and with regular windows forward instead of the closed, American style.

On the flybridge, the helm station has been ergonomically designed for easy access to all the controls. It leaves plenty of room for any electronics the owner wants to be installed. The two seats at the steering station are offset, a design feature crews find particularly attractive since you don’t have to clamber over another person to change helmsmen. Another attractive feature is the L-shaped seating area forward of the helm station, allowing the entire family, crew or guests to enjoy the ride together. Adding to the enjoyment is a sink and fridge/freezer station.
The functional aspects of the exterior don’t quite prepare you for the luxury of the interior. Both versions are finished in varnished Australian and Southeast Asian hardwoods along with soft fabrics and genuine leather. The main salon has a bar with storage and icemaker to starboard as you enter and an L-shaped dinette and seating area forward. To port is another L-shaped settee with a coffee table. A wide screen TV and stereo system can be installed forward of the dining area.

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A few steps down take you into the galley which is not what you typically expect, geared more to the cruising aspects of the boating lifestyle. A microwave is installed in the passageway to starboard in the step area as you go forward. The L-shaped galley contains a two-burner electric cooktop that is impractically flush with the counter while the storage underneath reveals a pull out dishwasher drawer. Storage is impressive, including a large space in the galley sole.
HMY broker Tim Gredick pointed out that Riviera supplies the boats complete with linens, glasses, silverware, and fenders. “All you need to do is provision and go.” Riviera also builds in storage areas for the glasses.
For accommodations, the Riviera 40 has a guest cabin to starboard with over and under single bunks along the hull and another bunk along the inside wall that can fold up, allowing access to a European-style combination washer/dryer. The master stateroom is in the bow with a full inner-spring mattress island bunk. Both cabins have good storage, including deep hanging and shelf lockers. There is one head with a VacuFlush toilet system and a “frameless screen” shower stall.

The Riviera 51 has the same main salon but has three staterooms, with the master cabin having an en suite head. The starboard guest cabin is a double bunk while the single bunk cabin is across the walkway to port. The two cabins share a separate head.
Actually, the storage throughout the boat is impressive, more like a sailboat where every nook and cranny is utilized, than in a typical sportfishing boat.
Both models will be shown at the SC In-Water Boat Show. The Riviera 51 comes standard with twin Caterpillar 700 HP engines for a base price of about $887,000. The boat in the show has Caterpillar 3406E engines with 800 HP, for a cruise speed of 26-27 knots. The Riviera 40 is standard with twin diesel Cummins C480E (480 HP) engines with a base price of about $485,000. The boat cruises at about 27 knots. Both models have numerous options that can be added.

Gerald Couturier, a broker for HMY, told The Boating News that “if a family loves to boat and cruise but likes to fish sometimes, this is the perfect boat.” Most buyers usually like to cruise 60-65% of the time. The Riviera “is a nice alternative to the American made boats that are higher priced,” he continued. “It fills a need in the marketplace.”

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2006-11-16T21:43:00.000-05:00

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SEATTLE - The Coast Guard received a distress signal from an Emergency Position Indicating Radiobeacon, or EPIRB, registered to a boat home-ported in Missoula, Mont. Wednesday.

No people were in trouble, but the Coast Guard didn't know that when they first received the signal. However, it wasn't long before they discovered the call was a false alarm.

The owner of the EPIRB had failed to unregister the device when he sold his boat, the 42-foot motor vessel Good Medicine, to a man in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. After a series of phone calls between the Coast Guard District Office in Florida and the broker who sold the boat, it was learned the EPIRB was thrown some time during the week of June 18-24.

EPIRBs are devices intended to save lives by transmitting a signal to rescuers with the position of troubled boaters. When they are improperly disposed of they can cost the Coast Guard valuable time and taxpayers thousands of dollars in resource costs.

The International Maritime Organization and the Coast Guard recommend that unwanted EPIRBS be disposed of by either removing the battery and shipping the unit back to its manufacturer or rendering the unit inoperable by demolishing it. The EPIRB should also be unregistered with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in any case when the unit has been disposed of or transferred to a new owner.

The Coast Guard routinely refers cases involving the non-distress activation of an EPIRB (either as a hoax, through gross negligence, carelessness or improper storage and handling) to the Federal Communications Commission. The FCC can prosecute cases based upon evidence provided by the Coast Guard, and will issue warning letters or notices of apparent liability or fines up to $10,000.

By following the rules for proper EPIRB disposal, boaters can save themselves a lot of trouble and the Coast Guard an unnecessary trip to the dump. For more information on EPIRBS, please contact NOAA at 1-888-212-7283.

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The Discontinuation of *CG

2006-11-16T21:02:00.000-05:00

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In an effort to improve Search and Rescue Response the Coast Guard has requested all wireless providers in states other then Alaska to remove the specialized keying sequence, *CG, used to reach the Coast Guard for maritime emergency assistance.

The *CG feature was introduced by some cellular communications companies in the early 1990’s, but never developed into a nationwide service. As wireless providers moved to digital systems, some didn't migrate *CG to the new system and others even lost track of whether or not they were continuing the feature. This patchwork of service is confusing for the mariners who choose to use it, and may, in fact, prevent them from making a timely call for assistance should they find themselves in an area where *CG is not available.

The Coast Guard has found through research and experience that with the multitude of wireless systems and the misalignment of cellular coverage areas with our regions for Search and Rescue response, the use of this specialized service has resulted in misdirection of emergency calls. This has often added significant delays in the Coast Guard response to those calls for assistance.

The Coast Guard has requested that the cellular companies reroute all *CG calls to the 911 Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) nearest to where the call originated. As an added precaution, mariners should stop using the special keying sequence *CG and begin using 911 on their cell phones to notify authorities of a distress at the onset of a maritime emergency if a cell phone is their only means of communication.

The one exception to the discontinuance of the *CG specialized keying sequence is the Alaskan cellular phone region. Cell phone companies operating in Alaska all have the *CG feature available, and because the Coast Guard has a single number for routing those emergency calls, the cellular and Coast Guard regions are fully aligned; calls are not missed and can not be misdirected. The *CG feature will remain active in Alaskan waters.

Mariners are encouraged to invest in a VHF-FM radio as their primary means of distress alerting on the water. Communication via VHF-FM radio provides superior alerting capabilities over cellular phones.

A VHF-FM radio provides superior service in a maritime emergency because:

When a MAYDAY is sent out via VHF-FM radio it is a broadcast, not just one party is receiving the distress call; any nearby boaters can hear the distress call and offer immediate assistance. Cellular phones are point to point; other boaters in the area can not hear the call and consequently will not be able to respond.

With the Coast Guard’s Rescue 21 system improvements to the National Distress and Response System (which is monitored by Coast Guard Sector communications centers) coming on line, any call, distress or otherwise, placed over a VHF-FM radio will have an associated line of bearing (LOB). This LOB significantly narrows the area to which Coast Guard or other responders must look to find the boater making the call. In many locations two or more LOB’s will be associated with a call; the intersection of those LOB’s will provide the position of the caller. A cell phone doesn’t do this. If the distressed caller does not know his location it is difficult and time consuming to determine a position through the wireless companies. This is often aggravated by low batteries and poor reception.

VHF-FM radios are manufactured today with Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This feature provides the mariner with an emergency feature that will send a distress with the vessel’s information and Global Positioning System (GPS) location at the press of a button. It is important to note that the DSC radio must be properly registered with an MMSI number through Boat US and the radio must be properly interfaced with the GPS in order to send an accurate position to assist emergency responders to respond to the distress.

All maritime boaters should have a VHF-FM radio onboard their vessel to assure any calls of distress are heard immediately. Cell phones should only be used as a secondary means of communications. If the cell phone is the only means of communication available then remember, as with any land based emergency, the number to call rescue personnel is 9-1-1. *CG is no longer available. Have a fun and safe boating season.

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How To Sell Your Boat Pricing, prepping and paperwork essential to successful sale

2006-11-14T09:07:00.000-05:00

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Most boaters put far more time and energy into buying a boat than they do selling it. While they price shop carefully before buying, they tend to simply slap a price on the windshield and damn the consequences when selling. The result is that some boats are seriously undervalued when it comes to resale, while others are so overpriced that they remain on the market endlessly, eating up classified ad dollars and driving their owners crazy.

Approach selling your boat methodically, and you'll not only get the very best price, but you'll minimize the effort and grief involved as well. There are four crucial areas involved in selling your boat: setting a price, deciding on how to sell it, prepping it, and the final paperwork. Let's take a look at each.

Pricing
Of all the mistakes made by boat owners, the leading error is pricing the boat either too low or too high. Too low and you're giving money away, too high and you can't get rid of it. Here's how to correctly price your boat.

Start by checking your local newspaper classifieds, which may have boats identical to yours for sale, but don't forget that those are simply asking prices.
Clip out appropriate ads and compile a scrapbook to show potential buyers what similar boats are selling for.
Talk to local dealers and see what similar models they have available.
The best selection? and where you'll probably find many identical boats offered? is on the Internet. There are a number of sites, including boats.com, that list many thousands of boats for sale. Make sure you're comparing apples to apples, because small variations in engines or equipment can make big differences in price.
BOAT/US has a pricing service available for members called Value Check, which provides price guidelines for specific boats by telephone or Internet.
Use a marine "blue book," which you'll find at your bank, insurance agent, or boat dealership. There are several books available (NADA and ABOS are the most used), but each varies in pricing and methodology.
When using any blue book, be sure you understand how to use it ... and be brutally honest about the condition of your boat. Check for variations for salt or freshwater use and see if the listing includes extra equipment that can raise the value. Also, be sure you use the right year for your boat. A boat sold late in 1993, for example, is probably a 1994 model even though it shows 1993 on your registration papers. Check the VIN number stamped in the hull.
Take blue book values with a grain of salt and don't base your selling price only on these guides. If possible, get a copy of the blue book page with your boat on it to show to prospective buyers.
Finally, if you have a loan on your boat, check to see the exact payoff amount, including any balloon payments or other charges. Use that to set the absolute minimum price you will accept for your boat.

Where and When To Sell
For every boat, you'll have three basic choices: sell it yourself, trade it in, or sell it through a yacht broker. The choice will be influenced by the size and value of your boat. Small boats are rarely sold by brokers, since they produce too little income for the amount of time required to make the sale. Large boats often involve complex negotiations (documentation, etc.) that are simplified by yacht brokers.
Selling the boat yourself is likely to net you the most money, but you have to do all the work and it's hard on your ego, too. Trading in your boat is easy when you're buying a new boat, but most dealers won't take trades on used boats. Trade-ins, incidentally, usually earn you the least money, so be sure to shop price since some dealers may offer considerably more trade-in money than others. When deciding on a trade-in, remember that a trade-in may save you tax dollars, since you won't be paying sales tax on the full price but only on the amount less your traded value. This may make it both easier and more cost-effective to trade in.
Try to sell your boat at the beginning of the boating season when buyers are most interested. Off season sales never net as much money. The same is true for trade-ins, because the dealer can't turn the boat over quickly after the boating season ends. If you do decide to sell on your own, plan your advertising campaign. Classified ads in a local newspaper are an obvious choice, but some magazines also draw buyers, especially for bigger boats. Internet sites attract buyers across the country and worldwide. Don't forget to post ads on yacht club bulletin boards and add a "For Sale" sign on the boat if your marina permits it.

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Like a real estate agent, a yacht broker advertises and shows yourboat to potential clients, handles the legal paperwork, and takes a percentage of the selling price as a commission, which can range from 5 to the more typical 10 percent. Shop brokers to see who specializes in boats similar to yours, since they are likely to have more serious buyers. Shop brokerage commission, since some brokers may be willing to negotiate a discount. Understand your listing agreement with the broker. A reputable yacht broker, one that belongs to an association that requires following a code of ethics, can explain the various listing differences and point you in the direction that's best for you.

Expect that the buyer of your boat will get a marine survey, which is an inspection paid for by the buyer to determine the condition of the boat. Surveys are often used to negotiate price downwards to compensate for any problems that are discovered. Sellers can either have the problem fixed or discount the selling price. If you agree to make repairs, spell out your obligations clearly and set a limit on the amount you will spend.

Prepping Your Boat
A clean and tidy boat always earns a higher selling price, so invest some time and elbow grease. Scrub the entire boat and deck with mild detergent and a soft brush. If the fiberglass finish doesn't gleam, invest in having it buffed with rubbing compound and polished with wax. On small boats, you can do this yourself using an automotive buffing wheel. If your varnish is tired, at least one coat will restore the shine. If the teak is gray, bleach it so it looks good and perhaps oil it, too. Clean the bilge, because a musty and damp smelling boat suggests rot and decay.
Get rid of the crumbs in the galley, and be sure that the refrigerator/icebox sparkles. If you can remove the carpet, shampoo it and let it dry in the sun. Do the same for curtains and upholstery. Scrub the covers and Bimini top and, if the side curtains are hazy, take them off so they don't distract.

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Clean the head and shower thoroughly, and add a double dose of chemicals to the holding tank. No one wants a smelly head. Repair inoperative equipment that can turn off a buyer. And don't forget the engine. If it's oily, have it steam cleaned. Change the oil because dirty oil suggests poor maintenance, and touch up any corrosion spots on the engine or drives.
Charge the batteries so the engine starts immediately and the lights shine brightly.
Buyers like originality, so get rid of additions that don't increase the value, such as racks and cabinets, especially if they don't look professional.
Set the stage! Put a set of matching plates and glasses on the table, for example. Look at advertising brochures for ideas that can help make your boat appear more inviting.
At the same time that you're primping your boat, remove the gear that you aren't selling with it. And don't forget to empty the galley drawers of all that junk! If you are leaving personal items on board that you want to keep, make sure the buyer is aware of them.
Put together an information kit to show prospects, including photos of the boat in the water (with people having a good time), copies of old brochures, and a neatly typed history of the boat with a list of the equipment included.
For trailer boaters, don't forget to detail the trailer.

Paperwork and Legalities
Once you've got the money in your hands, it's easy to think that you're finished. Not true.
If you sell the boat yourself, be sure that you type up a bill of sale that includes price, buyer and seller names, addresses and driver's license numbers, type and size of boat, registration numbers, and a list of the major equipment included. The bill of sale can serve as a receipt for payment.
If you take a down payment, provide a written receipt specifying all ofthe above as well. It's a good idea to make the deposit non-refundable so that you don't take the boat off the market for an uncommitted buyer.
Ask for a cashier's or certified check for both the deposit and the balance. Set an agreed closing date and stick to it.
Signing the back of the pink slip or the title isn't enough. You also need to send a form (usually included with the pink slip) to the boat registration agency specifying when, to whom, and for how much you sold your boat. Otherwise you may remain liable for accidents or liens caused by the new owner.

Cancel your insurance as soon as the transaction is completed and the boat leaves your control. You may get a refund on the unused portion of prepaid insurance.
While you don't have a legal obligation to volunteer information about the boat, you also can't withhold known information about a defect. If an accident occurs, your failure to disclose may come back to haunt you and selling a boat "as-is" is not always protection. If possible, include mention of any problems or defects in the written contract.
If a buyer wants a sea trial, be sure that you have a firm and non-refundable deposit in hand and that the buyer agrees to pay for any costs, such as launching the boat or refueling it. You don't want to go into the boat-ride business.

If a buyer wants to make the sale contingent on getting good financing, set a deadline or face wasting time while other potential buyers get away.

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Classic Yacht Symposium returns this spring

2006-01-05T09:50:00.000-05:00

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Following a successful debut in 2005, the three-day conference will again be hosted by The Herreshoff Marine Museum

The second Classic Yacht Symposium will take place at the Herreshoff Marine Museum in Bristol, R.I., March 31 – April 2nd 2006

Topics to be covered include the restoration of several large yachts, among them the 126-foot 1901 Cangarda, the last of the American-built Edwardian-era steam yachts; and the 106-foot 1903 houseboat, La Duchesse, which has plied the waters of the St. Lawrence River for more than 100 years. Also on the agenda is the presentation of a paper detailing the approaches to maintaining the Dark Harbor 20 one-design racing fleet of Ilesboro, Maine.
The symposium’s three-day schedule includes a dinner featuring noted yachtsman and commentator Gary Jobson. On the final day, the recently restored 1887 N.G. Herreshoff cat yawl, Clara, will be displayed and participants will have the opportunity to speak with her restorers.
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For more information about the Classic Yacht Symposium and to register online visit www.herreshoff.org. Mail-in registration forms with the complete schedule of events and papers are expected to be available mid-January.

For more information, contact Teri Souto of the Herreshoff Marine Museum by e-mail at t.souto@herreshoff.org.

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Land needs to be set aside for boat ramps

2006-01-05T09:42:00.000-05:00

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A colleague at The Herald took me to task on my assertion Manatee County has not expanded the boat ramp system in almost a third of a century. He pointed out the ramp at Coquina is twice as large and technically two ramps since there is a north and south Coquina Ramp at least a quarter mile apart.
I'll concede that Coquina Ramp has been enlarged over the years but that was admitted in Sunday's column. And I agree the two ramps being physically separated might constitute a new ramp.

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But two more lanes isn't much improvement in a third of a century.
He also pointed out, a ramp has been added at Highland Shores on the north bank of the Manatee River between Ellington and I-75 Bridge. When you consider that ramp only has five parking slips, it is hard to believe it has been much of a boon to the general boating public.
Someone at the county had told him a public boat ramp once existed at Piney Point, but like a lot of other things taken from local outdoorsmen, the powers that be used 9-11 as an excuse to shut out the public.
The truth of that situation was, Piney Point was anything but a formal boat ramp. A better description was a hole in the rocks which allowed launchers to back down to the sand and drop or retrieve small boats.
Parking was parallel along the narrow little road leading from U.S. 41 to the bay. The county might have owned the property, but I don't remember any improvements there.
All that said, it needs to be recognized and said here boat ramps by nature must be placed on some of the most expensive real estate in any given area.
In addition to the actual ramp, a fairly large parcel of land must be purchased for parking trailer rigs.

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Add to this the fact channels and boat activity are not the best thing going for the marine environment. Not every coastal location is suitable for public boat ramps.
All of this means if the general boating public is to be served, then it is imperative waterfront tracts be set aside now.
And this may be a tough sell with land prices climbing by multiples each decade, but it is going to have to be done right now.
This community touts fishing and boating in a huge percentage of it's advertising trying to entice more folks to move to Manatee. If we are going to do that, then it is only fair boating be given a fair shake by the local governments. So far the last decade, the biggest impact the various bodies have had on small boating was in constrictions and restrictions.
How about doubling the public launching capacity in the next five or 10 years?

Jerry Hill, outdoors writer, can be reached at 745-7013 or jhill@HeraldToday.com

Tug boat sinks

2005-07-24T10:14:00.000-04:00

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Emergency crews spent the morning cleaning up Lake Taneycomo after a tug boat sank overnight.According to Branson Fire Department Division Chief Ted Martin, employees with Table Rock Asphalt Construction Co., Inc. arrived at work early Friday and discovered that Gravel Gertie, one of two tug boats owned by the company, partially sank in the water near one of the columns of a train bridge that crosses the lake."It was attached to a barge," Martin said. "Employees noticed that the back end, which was not attached to the barge, was in the water."The boat was pulled back to shore.It is estimated by employees that it had less than 20 gallons of gasoline in its tank, and approximately 10 gallons of oil, both of which had leaked into the lake. A hazardous materials team from the Western Taney County Fire Protection District helped with cleanup. The gas and oil were surrounded with "booms," which were then pulled to shore, where Sunbelt Environmental was waiting to finish the cleanup process.
"It's a pretty simple process," Western Assistant Chief Jim Single said. "Twenty gallons isn't really that big of a deal."According to Martin, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers agreed to cooperate by not generating power from Table Rock Dam, upstream from the spill. Running the generators would have required more water to run through the lake, complicating cleanup."That's a big challenge for them on a day like today when it's so hot and demand for energy is high," Martin said.According to Martin, Gravel Gertie is Table Rock Asphalt's back-up tug boat.As of Friday morning, there was no indication of why the 40-year-old boat suddenly took on water. He said the boat would be removed from the water so it could be inspected.
Martin said Table Rock Asphalt uses Gravel Gertie and another tug boat, Aggregate Annie II, to scoop rock from the bottom of the lake.The rock is used for various purposes, such as roofing material and landscaping."They not only sell it, but they help keep the river channel clean," Martin said. "They are an important factor in that."

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Pricing, prepping and paperwork essential to successful sale

Most boaters put far more time and energy into buying a boat than they do selling it. While they price shop carefully before buying, they tend to simply slap a price on the windshield and damn the consequences when selling. The result is that some boats are seriously undervalued when it comes to resale, while others are so overpriced that they remain on the market endlessly, eating up classified ad dollars and driving their owners crazy.
Approach selling your boat methodically, and you'll not only get the very best price, but you'll minimize the effort and grief involved as well. There are four crucial areas involved in selling your boat: setting a price, deciding on how to sell it, prepping it, and the final paperwork. Let's take a look at each.

Pricing
Of all the mistakes made by boat owners, the leading error is pricing the boat either too low or too high. Too low and you're giving money away, too high and you can't get rid of it. Here's how to correctly price your boat.
Start by checking your local newspaper classifieds, which may have boats identical to yours for sale, but don't forget that those are simply asking prices.
Clip out appropriate ads and compile a scrapbook to show potential buyers what similar boats are selling for.

Talk to local dealers and see what similar models they have available.
The best selection? and where you'll probably find many identical boats offered? is on the Internet. There are a number of sites, including boats.com, that list many thousands of boats for sale. Make sure you're comparing apples to apples, because small variations in engines or equipment can make big differences in price.

BOAT/US has a pricing service available for members called Value Check, which provides price guidelines for specific boats by telephone or Internet.
Use a marine "blue book," which you'll find at your bank, insurance agent, or boat dealership. There are several books available (NADA and ABOS are the most used), but each varies in pricing and methodology.

When using any blue book, be sure you understand how to use it ... and be brutally honest about the condition of your boat. Check for variations for salt or freshwater use and see if the listing includes extra equipment that can raise the value. Also, be sure you use the right year for your boat. A boat sold late in 1993, for example, is probably a 1994 model even though it shows 1993 on your registration papers. Check the VIN number stamped in the hull.
Take blue book values with a grain of salt and don't base your selling price only on these guides. If possible, get a copy of the blue book page with your boat on it to show to prospective buyers.
Finally, if you have a loan on your boat, check to see the exact payoff amount, including any balloon payments or other charges. Use that to set the absolute minimum price you will accept for your boat.

Where and When To Sell
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For every boat, you'll have three basic choices: sell it yourself, (www.Boating-Classifieds.Com) trade it in, or sell it through a yacht broker. The choice will be influenced by the size and value of your boat. Small boats are rarely sold by brokers, since they produce too little income for the amount of time required to make the sale. Large boats often involve complex negotiations (documentation, etc.) that are simplified by yacht brokers.
Selling the boat yourself is likely to net you the most money, but you have to do all the work and it's hard on your ego, too. Trading in your boat is easy when you're buying a new boat, but most dealers won't take trades on used boats. Trade-ins, incidentally, usually earn you the least money, so be sure to shop price since some dealers may offer considerably more trade-in money than others. When deciding on a trade-in, remember that a trade-in may save you tax dollars, since you won't be paying sales tax on the full price but only on the amount less your traded value. This may make it both easier and more cost-effective to trade in.
Try to sell your boat at the beginning of the boating season when buyers are most interested. Off season sales never net as much money. The same is true for trade-ins, because the dealer can't turn the boat over quickly after the boating season ends. If you do decide to sell on your own, plan your advertising campaign. Classified ads in a local newspaper are an obvious choice, but some magazines also draw buyers, especially for bigger boats. Internet sites attract buyers across the country and worldwide. Don't forget to post ads on yacht club bulletin boards and add a "For Sale" sign on the boat if your marina permits it.

Dealing With Brokers
Like a real estate agent, a yacht broker advertises and shows yourboat to potential clients, handles the legal paperwork, and takes a percentage of the selling price as a commission, which can range from 5 to the more typical 10 percent. Shop brokers to see who specializes in boats similar to yours, since they are likely to have more serious buyers. Shop brokerage commission, since some brokers may be willing to negotiate a discount. Understand your listing agreement with the broker. A reputable yacht broker, one that belongs to an association that requires following a code of ethics, can explain the various listing differences and point you in the direction that's best for you. With many brokers and a strong track record, www.Boathoo.com (www.a-boats.com company) is an excellent option.

Expect that the buyer of your boat will get a marine survey, which is an inspection paid for by the buyer to determine the condition of the boat. Surveys are often used to negotiate price downwards to compensate for any problems that are discovered. Sellers can either have the problem fixed or discount the selling price. If you agree to make repairs, spell out your obligations clearly and set a limit on the amount you will spend.

Prepping Your Boat
A clean and tidy boat always earns a higher selling price, so invest some time and elbow grease. Scrub the entire boat and deck with mild detergent and a soft brush. If the fiberglass finish doesn't gleam, invest in having it buffed with rubbing compound and polished with wax. On small boats, you can do this yourself using an automotive buffing wheel. If your varnish is tired, at least one coat will restore the shine. If the teak is gray, bleach it so it looks good and perhaps oil it, too. Clean the bilge, because a musty and damp smelling boat suggests rot and decay.
Get rid of the crumbs in the galley, and be sure that the refrigerator/icebox sparkles. If you can remove the carpet, shampoo it and let it dry in the sun. Do the same for curtains and upholstery. Scrub the covers and Bimini top and, if the side curtains are hazy, take them off so they don't distract.

Clean the head and shower thoroughly, and add a double dose of chemicals to the holding tank. No one wants a smelly head. Repair inoperative equipment that can turn off a buyer. And don't forget the engine. If it's oily, have it steam cleaned. Change the oil because dirty oil suggests poor maintenance, and touch up any corrosion spots on the engine or drives.
Charge the batteries so the engine starts immediately and the lights shine brightly.
Buyers like originality, so get rid of additions that don't increase the value, such as racks and cabinets, especially if they don't look professional.

Set the stage !
Put a set of matching plates and glasses on the table, for example. Look at advertising brochures for ideas that can help make your boat appear more inviting.
At the same time that you're primping your boat, remove the gear that you aren't selling with it. And don't forget to empty the galley drawers of all that junk! If you are leaving personal items on board that you want to keep, make sure the buyer is aware of them.
Put together an information kit to show prospects, including photos of the boat in the water (with people having a good time), copies of old brochures, and a neatly typed history of the boat with a list of the equipment included.
For trailer boaters, don't forget to detail the trailer.

Paperwork and Legalities
Once you've got the money in your hands, it's easy to think that you're finished. Not true.
If you sell the boat yourself, be sure that you type up a bill of sale that includes price, buyer and seller names, addresses and driver's license numbers, type and size of boat, registration numbers, and a list of the major equipment included. The bill of sale can serve as a receipt for payment.

If you take a down payment, provide a written receipt specifying all ofthe above as well. It's a good idea to make the deposit non-refundable so that you don't take the boat off the market for an uncommitted buyer.

Ask for a cashier's or certified check for both the deposit and the balance. Set an agreed closing date and stick to it.

Signing the back of the pink slip or the title isn't enough. You also need to send a form (usually included with the pink slip) to the boat registration agency specifying when, to whom, and for how much you sold your boat. Otherwise you may remain liable for accidents or liens caused by the new owner.

Cancel your insurance as soon as the transaction is completed and the boat leaves your control. You may get a refund on the unused portion of prepaid insurance.
While you don't have a legal obligation to volunteer information about the boat, you also can't withhold known information about a defect. If an accident occurs, your failure to disclose may come back to haunt you and selling a boat "as-is" is not always protection. If possible, include mention of any problems or defects in the written contract.
If a buyer wants a sea trial, be sure that you have a firm and non-refundable deposit in hand and that the buyer agrees to pay for any costs, such as launching the boat or refueling it. You don't want to go into the boat-ride business.

If a buyer wants to make the sale contingent on getting good financing, set a deadline or face wasting time while other potential buyers get away.

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