My New Boat!

5-Cents · 01-13-2004, 07:29 PM

I am so excited I am about to explode and I wanted to share with the rest of the class!

I have had people tell me that you really dont get the boat you want until you second boat. The first one is a learning experience. I loved my jet boat, she caught me a lot of fish and has got me there and back every time. But I really dont use her for how she was built. Only once did I take her up through the shallows and riffles of a river! It was fun but I prefer to fish the bigger water of the Columbia and after I got my first taste of some ocean fishing this year I wanted more and I think my new baby is going to do just fine!

Stevens Marine made me a heck of a deal and got me 5.5% financing. I cant say thanks enough to Daivd at the Tigard store for making this as simple and easy as he knew I wanted it to be. The boat is awesome but what really kept me with Alumaweld has been the great service I have had ever since I bought my first boat. Thanks a lot Stevens Marine! She needs a little work before she is ready but all systems should be a go for the Sturgeon Challenge!

If anyone is in the market for one of the best riding, shallow V, wind shield jet boats around that has every option under the sun AND knows how to catch a few fish, call David at Stevens Marine and ask him about the old 5-Cents ride!

Sublime · 01-13-2004, 07:31 PM

:shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:
Wow, 5-cent, I hope I can join you sometime this spring!

Nice boat!

fish Addict80 · 01-13-2004, 07:34 PM

Very Sweet ride!! Can't wait till I can get one!!

Luke

Green Machine · 01-13-2004, 07:37 PM

:shocked: :shocked:
Are those twin 200's?? Man, she should ride like a dream!! So when are you coming up to fish the Sound and even Canada? We'll be waiting for you.

Green Machine

5-Cents · 01-13-2004, 07:40 PM

Green Machine nope, twin 115 salt water series 4-strokes. They are mounted on outboard brakets. Stevens is going to weld an additional outboard bracket for the 15 horse kicker with an auto lift too!

She is 24'4" long and has a 10' beam I believe.

blacktail · 01-13-2004, 07:41 PM

Very nice. How 'bout some specifics?

Mike

Bobby Ray · 01-13-2004, 07:42 PM

(Raspy voice) Can't wait to put some stink in that box

Pete · 01-13-2004, 07:48 PM

Geeze ... if the old boat was the Taj, this must be The Kremlin! Everything but the Red Wall!

Congrats ... see you at 125W 26N! :grin:

Fish Hawg · 01-13-2004, 07:48 PM

Nice Boat

You might need a over width permit if it has a 10' beam I belive 8'6" is max on Interstate highways with out a permit I could Be wrong.

BigFish · 01-13-2004, 07:53 PM

I knew when you posted earlier about checking new boats, you would be giving up the inboard jet (not needed and too much room wasted). I have the same feelings after owning one for my first boat, but I have two boats the other being an open guide jet which I believe fits that purpose really well. However, my next boat to replace the inboard sled with hardtop will be something similar to your new one, only maybe fiberglass. Very nice!

WAngler · 01-13-2004, 07:54 PM

SWEET BOAT!

joliver · 01-13-2004, 07:54 PM

Very nice boat, if you ever have any open seats drop me a line. I would love to see how it handles the big water.

KingFisher85 · 01-13-2004, 07:59 PM

Nice

cully · 01-13-2004, 08:05 PM

lions, tigers and bears....oh my.....so nice

wootersen · 01-13-2004, 08:11 PM

I'd like to say something nice here, but I'm too jealous to think of anything. :grin:

Congrats !!!

Kruechief · 01-13-2004, 08:30 PM

We need a drooling instant gremlin!!!

Congrats Shane, that is awesome!!

Krue

Silver Hilton · 01-13-2004, 08:33 PM

Too bad you had to skimp.

ZaQ · 01-13-2004, 08:45 PM

Oh man, and it is black.

Killertraylor · 01-13-2004, 08:52 PM

Should have got a NorthRiver :grin: or at least some Yamaha's :whazzup:

Nice boat, Shane. Welcome to the "boats you can steer" club

skrimmy · 01-13-2004, 08:57 PM

WHAT, It's not ORANGE? :grin: :grin:
Wow, nice boat Shane! [img]graemlins/applause.gif[/img]

glowball · 01-13-2004, 09:04 PM

WOWEEEWOW. That is one nice boat. Congrats.

snit · 01-13-2004, 09:23 PM

KILLER!!! What a beauty!!!

The Overfishin Condition · 01-13-2004, 09:34 PM

By finishing touches you must meen Ifish sticker right nickel? Nice looking ride, you gonna do some wakeboarding with that thing? I was about to say it looks like you need to add your beloved rocket launchers, but by-golly, they're already there!

fishnpray · 01-13-2004, 09:36 PM

5-

Beautiful, just beautiful. I'm sure it will spill blood before too long. Good choices illustrate good taste.

-Luis

Space · 01-13-2004, 09:39 PM

Hey 5 cents, I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you yet. Ahhhh, can we be friends :grin: . That has got to be one of the nicest rides I've ever seen

. Please post more pic's. Maybe from the offshore bracket looking in. Oh, and the transom too. List all the goodies. When I part ways with my Sea Dory I will step into something very close to what you have there. Hopefully just as pretty.

SPACE

Sturgeon Tom · 01-13-2004, 09:40 PM

That is a nice boat. How long is it and how much fuel does it hold. What does the seating look like inside? Please show more.
st.

Taildragger · 01-13-2004, 09:55 PM

Now youve done it, Youve gone and cursed yourself by giving back ol' killer! :shocked: Youd better pray hard to the fish gods If you know whats good for ya! Man It could be months, even years before you get the stink off that new boat! Sorry shane,Im gonna miss seeing your smiling mug here on I fish with all them fish! :tongue:

Pickles · 01-13-2004, 10:18 PM

Nice ride, I sure wish I had pockets that deep.

Congrats

greenbuttskunk · 01-14-2004, 06:27 AM

Nice boat Shane! :shocked:
Even though I was poking fun at your first springer post, I sincerely hope it's all good and you'll have an open seat for me in that gem sometime. Enjoy the boat, and make sure to christen it properly with fish blood very soon.
GBS

Hogmaster · 01-14-2004, 06:52 AM

Awesome ride, Nickle!

If you put that thing in at 5th street and fish the Sand Hole, you'll be able to charge admission! :shocked:

If you ever want to take it up to one of my secret spots on the Tualatin,

let me know. It could use a good brush cleaning.

Do I hear "Salty Dog Carrots"???

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CATCH AND EAT · 01-14-2004, 07:06 AM

Very nice. Now all you need to do is find someone that can actually catch fish to go with you.

SHOUGALNITE · 01-14-2004, 07:11 AM

salmurai · 01-14-2004, 07:12 AM

NICE! VERY NICE

salmurai · 01-14-2004, 07:13 AM

NICE! VERY NICE!

Where did you put the kitchen sink? I know it's in there somewhere.....

reeldick · 01-14-2004, 07:35 AM

WOW! Won't be hard to spot you out there this year.

Elwix · 01-14-2004, 08:01 AM

Gorgeous! Absolutely gorgeous!

Stz ll · 01-14-2004, 08:05 AM

Sweet boat!!

My Formula Vee is now 15 years old.

I sure would like to have a new one like that.

Congrats!!!

Buck50 · 01-14-2004, 08:16 AM

WOW! Very nice.

h20dog · 01-14-2004, 09:27 AM

Cowabunga Shane :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: That is a beeeuty

Whatcha gonna name her???
How bout "The Pampered Fisherman"??? You may have to start fishing in a tuxedo :grin:

Fisherfield · 01-14-2004, 10:09 AM

Finally a boat I can truly appreciate. It's going to catch major fish and you can tow a big boarder like me. Was the rack on it or did you add it so ZAQ could see what it feels like to have your face pulled off (just like the fishes he bonks!)

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husker · 01-14-2004, 10:13 AM

wow....impressive

high_arc · 01-14-2004, 10:16 AM

Nice looking boat!!

FEAR NO FISH! · 01-14-2004, 10:20 AM

You know you are getting old when you buy a boat like that. Kinda reminds me of my dear departed dad's, old Crown Victoria. Ya know, an old persons car.

Small Fry · 01-14-2004, 10:24 AM

Nice boat Shane. [img]graemlins/applause.gif[/img] But where is the BBQ going to be located. :whazzup: Or is it already built in????

Fish mojo · 01-14-2004, 10:31 AM

Nice boat dude.
Must be nice to have the means to buy that nice of a ride and fish 250+ days a year (yes, I'm jealous!!)

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We need a drooling instant gremlin!!!

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FishinMission · 01-14-2004, 10:41 AM

Hey Shane..Looks nice. Don't forget...it's my turn to ride in your boat.

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Mark

FishinMission · 01-14-2004, 10:42 AM

Hey Shane..Looks nice. Don't forget...it's my turn to ride in your boat.

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Mark

willametteriveroutlaw · 01-14-2004, 10:53 AM

Abuhhh, abuhhh.. Nice Boat and congrats.

Mr. Carp · 01-14-2004, 03:58 PM

Nice Boat Shane!

Thing should do farly well with twin 115's. And you get the reliability of two motors.

How wide of bottom does it have?

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Time Off · 01-14-2004, 04:44 PM

Great float Shane but aren't you going to miss the hard top???

Good idea with the twin Mercs. There is a fair chance one will fail and now you have a backup.

Dinikin · 01-14-2004, 04:59 PM

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Originally posted by 5-Cents:
Green Machine nope, twin 115 salt water series 4-strokes. They are mounted on outboard brakets. Stevens is going to weld an additional outboard bracket for the 15 horse kicker with an auto lift too!

She is 24'4" long and has a 10' beam I believe.

<font size="2" face="verdana,arial,helvetica">Can I got to Stevens marine and remove the GPS I have hidden in your old boat. :smile:
Thats great boat you got. I wish you and your friend that go with you, get your limits each time you are on the water.

RogueFisher · 01-14-2004, 05:09 PM

Beautiful ride!

Making me itch for a new ride.

Have a great time, catch lots of fish and be safe!

:grin:

justasillyolgirl · 01-14-2004, 05:15 PM

Shane, nice boat.

If you need some help getting the fish stink on that boat, let me know. I'd be willing to give you a helping hand. :grin: :grin:

Get Bent · 01-14-2004, 07:01 PM

THIS IS A JOKE AND ONLY A JOKE WE WILL HAVE NO CRYING

HERES A WEBB SITE YOU WILL WANT TO LOOK AT AND GET A PHONE NUMBER

WWW.SEATOW.COM :grin:

King Kong · 01-14-2004, 07:13 PM

WOW!!! :shocked: WEhat a sweet ride. After reading your post I fiond myself to be of the same opinion as far as shallow v.s. the big water. I will trade up eventually. That looks like one sweet ride!! Congrats.

Thick-N-Thin · 01-14-2004, 07:45 PM

Not to be negative but didn't you look at Thunder Jet? I seen what I think is a much better boat than the alumaweld. Dual 225 22ft Thunderjet at the sportsman show. I'm not impressed with the alumawelds boats over all quality. As far as quality I liked the Motion Marine, Thunder Jet, Boice Jet and North River. By the way I don't own any of these boats...Mine 21ft Maxxum, which most Portlanders haven't heard of.

Mrdorkfish · 01-14-2004, 08:10 PM

Way cool Shane, I bet the thing you'll enjoy the most is actually being able to use all the footage in that boat... no HUGE box in the back to fish around. Big or small..i know the feeling...You know...The bigger the boat .. :tongue: the more the displacement of water... [img]graemlins/eek13.gif[/img] The fish can feel that..there just gonna swim around you :grin: Nice ride 5-cents

MrDorkfish [img]graemlins/dork.gif[/img]

Louis

andy-ap emerger · 01-14-2004, 08:42 PM

Nice ride shane...

Doesn't look like a float tube to me.

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This coming from the guy who encouraged me to sell my 21 foot boat for fly gear [img]graemlins/berry.gif[/img]

I hope you bonk a few nookies for me, now that I've stopped my herring wrapping/ plunking days.
ps..MC is your haunt eh??? [img]graemlins/eek13.gif[/img] ...Hmmmm, that's where I was fishing the morning of my interview 1998....

Dig the twins, way to go!!!

Big fishies

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