Recent content by clayhubler

Hi Ed, Merlin is running so good I haven’t started the transformation yet. I plan to convert to outboard, replace all stringers and decking, lengthen the cabin, etc… It will be out of commission for who knows how long so enjoying it for the time being. We had a great time in Florida with it...

my 22 with a tandem axle galvanized trailer is right about 5000 lbs. it has twin motors and I feel like it is heavier than most 22s

I just came upon this thread. I have been thinking about a Great Slave Lake trip now for a few years. Perhaps after a few more, I will go! Too bad none of the links are active anymore regarding this trip. I would like to look through the photos.

Sad to see them go but I did go in and buy about $8000 dollars of stuff for $1000. Lots of stuff on clearance but it is going fast!

I was calling about my simrad equipment on the Merlin and found out Rodger’s is closing at the end of the month. This sucks because they are great to deal with and very knowledgeable with good prices too. Not sure where to go after.

Merlin is a getting a few PM items taken care of in preparation for the Florida trip later this year. After that, we’ll see how eager I am to tear into the outboard conversion. Might wait a bit still.

Wow, that was a pretty short search

I have seen ads for the boateye night vision and I wonder about it. I think about how many times I have crept into an anchorage after dark

$28,500 is a screaming deal for this boat. It has tons of extras and has been very well maintained.

the best thing ive seen was a two piece panel made from composite decking material. https://www.c-brats.com/threads/diy-cockpit-floor-deck.32657/

I have seen a Marinaut at the the Kalama boat launch on the columbia river. Very neat. Looks like a pretty flat bottom also. Does anybody know if there is a significant design difference from the 22'?

Ordered it up. Thanks!

Larry, I’m is SW Washington so probably irrelevant but I would take you out in my 22. I think it may be hard to get someone to rent out their boat because I find it unlikely insurance would pay out if something were to go wrong? Does anybody have any input on this?

Will, I’ve got to ask: will it be easier to post pics after?

Sportcraft is great but they are no longer a cdory dealer I’ve never dealt with master marine but they have some major discounts on new boats right now. I think I saw 2025 venture 26 for 175k fully rigged and on a trailer. They had a tomcat 255 new and it was less than i was quoted factory...