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Jupiter Sunsation 08-18-2016 07:51 AM


Originally Posted by Tom A. (Post 4471559)

Those are both solid deals!


I think that 382 has a ton of potential and it has a race fairing (not common)!. The peeling paint is the excuse for the paint update and that boat would look 15 years newer!

jdinvt 08-18-2016 07:54 AM


Originally Posted by phragle (Post 4472475)
Im no legal expert, nor do I play one on TV... But Im guessing that being on disability, If somebody catches you doing major rehab on a boat for fun and excitment, well the disability check writing people may not be very happy....

Again I don't know your particular situation, just dont want to see you become datelines feature of the week.......

Its for PTSD, ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION. I was told to keep busy to keep my mind off of things, im not a good person out in public as everything gets ALOT worse so thats the reason.

low_psi 08-18-2016 11:51 AM


Originally Posted by jdinvt (Post 4471522)
Roomy as far as a cabin for over nighters or out for the weekend. Cockpit area dont really matter I guess because we will be able to spread out for the day and swim and soak up some sun. Fast, maybe around 60 to 65 with 4 people, 2 being teens and 2 adults. Would also prefer a wide beam as well. Hope this answers these questions.

Alternatively you could look toward something with a bigger cockpit layout and a camper cover. Something like a Searay SS or a Formula SS sounds like it might fit your plans perfect. Both are Sporty Looking and will run pretty quick. You could also look to a CC with a small cabin and a camper cover, this would allow air mattress on floor (I have a 30 CC and the cabin is just big enuff for me and the wife, I plan to have a camper cover made that will snap to the arch and come down to the cabin door, thus extending the "living space")

badmonkey 08-18-2016 04:30 PM


Originally Posted by Jimmyk (Post 4472027)
Hello everyone,

New guy from New York.

I saw this post and have similar questions. However, my Wife and I have decided an open bow is the way to go for the four of us. We won't spend the night on it so a full cabin is all but a waist to us.

I like the looks of the Nordic Rage 25', mid cabin. Are there other offerings in this class with single power and open bow I should consider?

Thanks, Jim

JimmyK,

Send BradmanVA a PM...He's got a 2007 Donzi ZXO with twin 6.2 motors...I know this boat first hand and its perfect...very close friend. I know with new kid on the way he' looking to let it go. You can also contact Harbor Marine at 757-961-9411 to get details of it. This might be the perfect fit for you and your family.

Chris

Drew555 08-18-2016 06:08 PM

I would go with a 42 mti

1989mach1 08-18-2016 06:33 PM


Originally Posted by Drew555 (Post 4472652)
I would go with a 42 mti

Ummm I don't know...... even for free still sounds expensive.....

dereknkathy 08-18-2016 06:54 PM

next question: where be ye? free boats, especially without trailers aren't gonna float down in your driveway. 1000 miles away costs about 1000 bucks if you go there and drag it home yourself time you factor in a couple days of your time, motel rooms, fuel, trailer bearings and tires...assuming you have a big enough truck already. and what type of water?

Drew555 08-18-2016 09:18 PM

I was forking around... There is not ( really ) a family oriented proformance boat.... It needs to be a proformance oriented family or it's a sea ray

Drew555 08-18-2016 09:20 PM

I got 4 kids under 11 yo all boys. I'm starting to think my wife and kids like the boat and speed more then me.

phragle 08-18-2016 09:24 PM


Originally Posted by jdinvt (Post 4472477)
Its for PTSD, ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION. I was told to keep busy to keep my mind off of things, im not a good person out in public as everything gets ALOT worse so thats the reason.

Veteran? If so, I thank you for your service to our country. If there is anything I cn do to help you in your endevour, let me know.


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