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Thanks Bob, we will miss you too. I just thought with our illustrious leader leaving us for the summer, I would see how much interest there would be in continuing the organized fun runs until your return. The Naples gang are pretty easy to find but not so sure about the Ft Myers guys as well as there seemed to be a few on the east coast that have either attended(the scarabs) or are wanting to(the guy still rigging his Pantera)
BTW We are looking to put get the boat wet next weekend(finallly) how goes it with the new engine?
John
BTW We are looking to put get the boat wet next weekend(finallly) how goes it with the new engine?
John
Also glad to see you take the initiative to keep FMO alive and well. There seems to be both the interest and the bodies to keep doing things this summer. Not all runs need to be huge affairs. Some of our best ones were with 8 or 10 boats.
I am driving a car north right now but come back to Marco next Thurs. 3rd. till the 8th when I will do PRA Ft Myers poker run. Hope to see as many of you as I can before my summer break. ( did I say break ? LOL )
Bob
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Well for me there are a few big differences.
First is that back home I had about 5 or 6 good friends that were all around my age (I'm 26) that had performance boats and I used to meet up with them every weekend. I have found out that most performance boaters down here are a little older 35+.
Back home we pulled up on the beach for the weekend and camped over on the boats from Friday to Sunday. Down here with the tides and the heat you wouldn't want to camp out. So we just usually anchor out in front of fort myers beach, picnic island or charley's pass.
I find myself going out for luch and dinner alot by boat. there are alot of fun places to eat that are a nice boat ride away.
Attached are two pictures from back on the st. criox and a couple from fort myers beach to show you the differences. I miss being up in MN but once the cold weather comes I would rather be here!
First is that back home I had about 5 or 6 good friends that were all around my age (I'm 26) that had performance boats and I used to meet up with them every weekend. I have found out that most performance boaters down here are a little older 35+.
Back home we pulled up on the beach for the weekend and camped over on the boats from Friday to Sunday. Down here with the tides and the heat you wouldn't want to camp out. So we just usually anchor out in front of fort myers beach, picnic island or charley's pass.
I find myself going out for luch and dinner alot by boat. there are alot of fun places to eat that are a nice boat ride away.
Attached are two pictures from back on the st. criox and a couple from fort myers beach to show you the differences. I miss being up in MN but once the cold weather comes I would rather be here!
#23
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Jayboat,
I want both or your posters need a litttle help in ordering them.
Saw your new site lote of luck you deserve it.
Please send me PM with a cell # so I can give you a call.
Thank You
John
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I want both or your posters need a litttle help in ordering them.
Saw your new site lote of luck you deserve it.
Please send me PM with a cell # so I can give you a call.
Thank You
John
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Well for me there are a few big differences.
First is that back home I had about 5 or 6 good friends that were all around my age (I'm 26) that had performance boats and I used to meet up with them every weekend. I have found out that most performance boaters down here are a little older 35+.
Back home we pulled up on the beach for the weekend and camped over on the boats from Friday to Sunday. Down here with the tides and the heat you wouldn't want to camp out. So we just usually anchor out in front of fort myers beach, picnic island or charley's pass.
I find myself going out for luch and dinner alot by boat. there are alot of fun places to eat that are a nice boat ride away.
Attached are two pictures from back on the st. criox and a couple from fort myers beach to show you the differences. I miss being up in MN but once the cold weather comes I would rather be here!
First is that back home I had about 5 or 6 good friends that were all around my age (I'm 26) that had performance boats and I used to meet up with them every weekend. I have found out that most performance boaters down here are a little older 35+.
Back home we pulled up on the beach for the weekend and camped over on the boats from Friday to Sunday. Down here with the tides and the heat you wouldn't want to camp out. So we just usually anchor out in front of fort myers beach, picnic island or charley's pass.
I find myself going out for luch and dinner alot by boat. there are alot of fun places to eat that are a nice boat ride away.
Attached are two pictures from back on the st. criox and a couple from fort myers beach to show you the differences. I miss being up in MN but once the cold weather comes I would rather be here!
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He owned a
1989 242 LS
1989 272 SR1 (which he brought down to cape coral four years ago)
I owned a
1991 311 SR1 (It's the one posted in the first picture, which I brought down with me two years ago, and a friend still has it today in the cape)
They are not the fastest boat on the water but they do handle the big water well!
From what I learned from boating down here is that you don't need the biggest boat to enjoy your self. There are so many places that you can go when it gets rough on the gulf. Now with that said I would look for a boat that is at least 29 ft. I would also recommend getting a boat with twins just in case one goes down you can still get home. But for the time being your 24ft would do just fine down here!
Like cars and trucks it is all personal preference, find one that fits your budget and feels good to you and enjoy!
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Hey Everybody,
I would be option ... F lol
I live here full time, but work in Louisiana. Yes, I commute, but only once a month. 28 days on, 14 off.
I am looking forward to the summer season. The motor is almost done, adding a few more ponies, and hope to make the canoe races before I head back to work.
If there is a function and I'm not at work, I will be there!
I would be option ... F lol
I live here full time, but work in Louisiana. Yes, I commute, but only once a month. 28 days on, 14 off.
I am looking forward to the summer season. The motor is almost done, adding a few more ponies, and hope to make the canoe races before I head back to work.
If there is a function and I'm not at work, I will be there!
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Glad to hear you will soon be on the water, John. New engine is in Texas getting machine work done. Other parts are arriving at Ron Potters shop daily. It is going to be tight for the 5th but we knew that.
Also glad to see you take the initiative to keep FMO alive and well. There seems to be both the interest and the bodies to keep doing things this summer. Not all runs need to be huge affairs. Some of our best ones were with 8 or 10 boats.
I am driving a car north right now but come back to Marco next Thurs. 3rd. till the 8th when I will do PRA Ft Myers poker run. Hope to see as many of you as I can before my summer break. ( did I say break ? LOL )
Bob
Also glad to see you take the initiative to keep FMO alive and well. There seems to be both the interest and the bodies to keep doing things this summer. Not all runs need to be huge affairs. Some of our best ones were with 8 or 10 boats.
I am driving a car north right now but come back to Marco next Thurs. 3rd. till the 8th when I will do PRA Ft Myers poker run. Hope to see as many of you as I can before my summer break. ( did I say break ? LOL )
Bob
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Here today, there tomorrow
My wife and I live in Cape Coral year 'round, but I travel for a living. I have enough control of my schedule to get time off for poker runs that I know about in advance. Unfortunately, our fun runs tend to be arranged on much shorter notice and it is sheer luck of the draw for me to be home for one. When I can make it, I can always take more crew - our 43 Nor-Tech has room for 8 or 9 very friendly people. (See the April issue of Hot Boat Magazine).