freedom boat club? - Striper Talk Striped Bass Fishing, Surfcasting, Boating

Rmarsh · 03-21-2023, 07:57 AM

I take my 17' to cuttyhunk several times a season.....my expenses for the boat are practically nill. Like 7 bucks to park at the ramp and 8 gal. of gasLanded many fish with wife and kids. Bought a kit and built it with my son...about 10 grand total into it.....and the learning experience with my adult son was gratifying beyond words.
No interest in building....that's ok it's not for everybody but there are many success stories out there....and it makes the boating experience extra special. And as I mentioned...not a lot of money.
Will it last forever...no. But it will outlast me and probably my son if he takes care of it.

Jim in CT · 03-21-2023, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Rmarsh

I take my 17' to cuttyhunk several times a season.....my expenses for the boat are practically nill. Like 7 bucks to park at the ramp and 8 gal. of gasLanded many fish with wife and kids. Bought a kit and built it with my son...about 10 grand total into it.....and the learning experience with my adult son was gratifying beyond words.
No interest in building....that's ok it's not for everybody but there are many success stories out there....and it makes the boating experience extra special. And as I mentioned...not a lot of money.
Will it last forever...no. But it will outlast me and probably my son if he takes care of it.

Very, very cool! I'm probably not that handy where I'd let anyone set foot on a boat that I'd build.

Clammer · 03-21-2023, 09:40 AM

all this planning is GREAT

except in this world . we don,t have crystal balls

Catholic schools an then catholic colleges / your plan ////what if its not your boys plan .

same with everything thing is all set /then I,ll feel ok with getting my super boat , great

thats all great , fine & dandy . except this world may/will have different plans .
you talk like ya live in a glass bubble / wake the f uck up death has a number .do you know your s your wifes your kids ???
thought not ;;
ya kids college may well be the next draft .its coming
LIVE FOR TODAY >BECAUSE TOMORROW MAY NEVER BE ;

Rmarsh · 03-21-2023, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim in CT

Very, very cool! I'm probably not that handy where I'd let anyone set foot on a boat that I'd build.

I'm mostly suggesting this because you have a son or sons.
With the precut kit it's nothing you couldn't handle....you probably built models when you were a kid?
Its the same only larger...and more forgiving. The kit supplier has tutorials and forum members are a great help.
Your kids might really enjoy the experience. It's a confidence booster when they see what you can be accomplished with some thought and effort. You will also know more about your boat than most production boat owners
I'll just leave it at that.
Good luck...

Jim in CT · 03-21-2023, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Rmarsh

I'm mostly suggesting this because you have a son or sons.
With the precut kit it's nothing you couldn't handle....you probably built models when you were a kid?
Its the same only larger...and more forgiving. The kit supplier has tutorials and forum members are a great help.
Your kids might really enjoy the experience. It's a confidence booster when they see what you can be accomplished with some thought and effort. You will also know more about your boat than most production boat owners
I'll just leave it at that.
Good luck...

No need to leave it at that, feel free to suggest more!

Rmarsh · 03-21-2023, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim in CT

No need to leave it at that, feel free to suggest more!

Thanks Jim...I bought their plans for a 14 footer but didn't build it once I realized it wasn't what I really wanted. My 17 is perfect for two ....more if necessary. ....their 19 is wider heavier but again bigger motor. These designs are simple hulls to construct....you can keep them plain or go all out.
There are more sophisticated boat plans from other designers like the Marrisa 18 by B&B Yacth designs for one. Lot more boat but a lot more money...and time commitment.....bigger motor etc.
Check them out even if just for the design study. And...trailering and launching a 17 is really easy!

Nebe · 03-21-2023, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Rmarsh

I take my 17' to cuttyhunk several times a season.....my expenses for the boat are practically nill. Like 7 bucks to park at the ramp and 8 gal. of gasLanded many fish with wife and kids. Bought a kit and built it with my son...about 10 grand total into it.....and the learning experience with my adult son was gratifying beyond words.
No interest in building....that's ok it's not for everybody but there are many success stories out there....and it makes the boating experience extra special. And as I mentioned...not a lot of money.
Will it last forever...no. But it will outlast me and probably my son if he takes care of it.

Who did you get the kit from?
Posted from my iPhone/Mobile device

afterhours · 03-24-2023, 07:38 AM

[QUOTE=Rmarsh;1240014]I take my 17' to cuttyhunk several times a season.....my expenses for the boat are practically nill.

I have to take my 18.5' there this year with the right weather.

Jim- I think you can find a decent 20ish CC for around 25k. About 2 yrs of boat club and it's yours and it will still retain value. Couldn't live with the idea of being told when I could go and when I had to be back.

Rmarsh · 03-24-2023, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Rmarsh

I take my 17' to cuttyhunk several times a season.....my expenses for the boat are practically nill.

I have to take my 18.5' there this year with the right weather.

Jim- I think you can find a decent 20ish CC for around 25k. About 2 yrs of boat club and it's yours and it will still retain value. Couldn't live with the idea of being told when I could go and when I had to be back.

That's the best advice yet.
AH....pick a nice day in June and maybe I could tag along....have you been through canipisit channel? The back side of the Elizabeth's are a beautiful sight.

piemma · 03-24-2023, 08:33 AM

Prices are crazy now. 8 years ago I sold a 20' Sea Hunt, Yami 115 4 Stroke. T Top and every electronic and bell and whistle with the trailer for $10K. Now it's $25K used.

Guppy · 03-24-2023, 11:50 AM

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Prices are crazy now. 8 years ago I sold a 20' Sea Hunt, Yami 115 4 Stroke. T Top and every electronic and bell and whistle with the trailer for $10K. Now it's $25K used.

I like the sounds of that ,,,, I’ve been thinking about selling

Clammer · 03-24-2023, 12:45 PM

back in the day ...I ran a 16' runabout out of westport to cutty an then some had a 40HP felt like a king back then ,

also had a trip back from hens & chickens /same boat

two guys with me were on the floor .. would have been three but someone had to try an dodge the heave

piemma · 03-24-2023, 01:20 PM

afterhours · 03-24-2023, 09:01 AM

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That's the best advice yet.
AH....pick a nice day in June and maybe I could tag along....have you been through canipisit channel? The back side of the Elizabeth's are a beautiful sight.

Not in one of my boats, went thru with Russ Wright of Lisa G. charters - hairy. I like plugging about 100 yds offshore and casting towards shore. And Nashawena - omg!

Let's do it!