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Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

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Originally Posted by rastaboatin

:eek:

nice air!! imagine if those were 6 to 8's? scary :eek:

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

"you're the one that doesn't like rough water"

You got that right. Frankly, I have had enough storms at sea in an open boat. A 60 foot hatteras looks really good to me, just can't afford one right now. <gg>

With more time on the water, and lots of dollars spent for wave bashed and busted boat parts, I think eventually you will think the same: boating is best in nice weather conditions. Big waves means big scares and busted boat parts. I don't like either one.

Pic of the new Sunseeker ? above means, after a few miles of that, a broken microwave, busted stereo amps, seat components that are bent or broken etc. etc. maybe a broken nose and bruised thighs.

Talk to anyone who has battled 50 miles of big waves and my guess is they prefer boating in nice weather. I have yet to meet any experienced boater who has not been taught a painful lesson or two by King Neptune.

Oh yeah, you complained Sonics are heavy. Yep, that is why they are good sea boats, just like your old cig. A light boat, no matter what is it made of, will beat the H*&^ll out of you in big waves. You want max weight for a better ride.

Phil of Lipship......your boat is not an avil, don't beat on it!

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

[in them sometimes), I'd advise you to purchase an enclosed bridge, 60 foot Hatteras.[/QUOTE]

i would still go for the Azimut or sunseeker :D
has to be min of 80 ft thought,,
maybe next yr :drink: :rolleyes:

IF YOU WANT TO RUN IN 6 -8 ++ FT CHIT THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED :D

by the way those are prob 3 - 4 max. those boats are almost 14 ft long.

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

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Originally Posted by thisistank

This is the most true statement I've read on here.

unless u in a rubber boat with a helmet on
and i recomend a propgaurd and a lifeline jacket
thats what we do,,
anyone game puerto vallarta on tue for 3 weeks gonna go play in the suref and waves,
got my 17 yr old son for co pilot :D
THEN ITS FUN
but stay close to shore cause when u flip momo might, well probably wont start.. :eek:

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

Hey, he is surfing the wrong way! <gg>

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

check out my mexican tow vehicle kicks any f 350 or topkick azz :drink:

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

Ooo, you bad! I'd say that is easier to park than a dually, and likely gets better mileage too! You are having loads of fun and that is what counts.

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

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Originally Posted by Nauti Kitty

Very difficult indeed. On lake Michigan there is only one way to get on top with waves that high. I go close to shore in the troughs and run in behind the pier opposite the wind direction, get on top and then run like hell past the pier straight into them. The bigger trick is stopping. Once you have had enough you are way out in big water and the second you come off the throttle you stuff. :rolleyes: Wet ride every time. NK

At least it's FRESH water.

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

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Originally Posted by Edward R. Cozzi

At least it's FRESH water.

One less problem to deal with, too true. Another is no sharks when you get thrown out for a swim, unless you are in a Donzi, of course. :D NK

Re: Donzi in 6 to 8's

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Talk to anyone who has battled 50 miles of big waves and my guess is they prefer boating in nice weather. I have yet to meet any experienced boater who has not been taught a painful lesson or two by King Neptune.

![/QUOTE]

You now have officially met your first one. Nice to meet you. :drink: NK

P.S. Me makey big splash, go fast, hunt Donzis.