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by Challenge
Thu Sep 22, 2011 11:48 am
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: Cool Fireboat
Replies: 2
Views: 2570

Cool Fireboat

Hey Folks,

I understand that Viking Just delivered this boat

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDugnWhY ... r_embedded

Check out how the boat lists when they crank up the pumps!


Slideshow:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeDJwXgU ... re=related

Cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Fri Aug 26, 2011 7:51 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Wal Mart drives another nail in their coffin...
Replies: 2
Views: 1779

Re: Wal Mart drives another nail in their coffin...

Just another reason to visit your LOCAL tackle shop! Sam must be turning over in his grave!
by Challenge
Fri Aug 12, 2011 1:51 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Hey Jetty
Replies: 12
Views: 4222

Re: Hey Jetty

I found this on the lodges web page: Casa Vieja, is excited to announce the re-naming of the “Pelagian,” Casa Vieja’s famous 37’ Rybovich. Jim Turner, along with the boats new co-owner, me - Capt. Tred Barta, will re-name her “Makaira.” This has been the name of all my boats for the last 30 years. M...
by Challenge
Fri Aug 12, 2011 9:28 am
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Hey Jetty
Replies: 12
Views: 4222

Re: Hey Jetty

Hey Jetty,

Great read & post! Tred actually had/has a very rare form of cancer but he is still doing his show and on the back page of sportfishing mag and has a new/old Wood boat (rybovich).

Thanks again for the great read. :thumbsup:

Cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Wed Aug 10, 2011 7:05 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Quonny
Replies: 11
Views: 4218

Re: Quonny

Hi Folks Sorry for not replying sooner. Alloy we see those every year they show up early June. They are very aggressive and compete for food w/the snapper blues. They hang out under structure waiting to attack (I had a school under my grady a few years ago). Also they don't seem to grow much over th...
by Challenge
Sat Jul 30, 2011 9:07 pm
Forum: Your Alloy Boat
Topic: Big sucker
Replies: 28
Views: 18579

Re: Big sucker

Hi Guys, Thanks for defending my question! Some of us have kids/parents who still like to fish but need & want a cabin an also want to get up front! Actually I know alot of folks who like to have a head aboard & and would like to make their families life easier. But I don't know how to catch...
by Challenge
Wed Jul 27, 2011 12:54 pm
Forum: Your Alloy Boat
Topic: Big sucker
Replies: 28
Views: 18579

Re: Big sucker

More Pics please!!!! :thumbsup:

I tried the link but I need to sign up...

Is it a walkaround cabin?
by Challenge
Mon Jul 25, 2011 7:56 pm
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: Alloy On The Road
Replies: 9
Views: 6598

Re: Alloy On The Road

Hey Alloy,

I know that exit! where was the truck from? Cool looking boat from what I can see.

Sorry that I missed you last week (work got in the way!)

Cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Mon Jul 18, 2011 7:12 pm
Forum: Fishing your Alloy Boat
Topic: First time back in the water
Replies: 7
Views: 6297

Re: First time back in the water

Glad to hear you are back out OTW!!! I wish you the best season EVER! Pic's Please!
by Challenge
Mon Jul 18, 2011 7:09 pm
Forum: Fishing your Alloy Boat
Topic: Coxes Report
Replies: 6
Views: 4533

Re: Coxes Report

Nice Job John! sounds like a great spot to drift over :highfive: . I'm back up north until Thursday pm... please let me know if you'll be around over the weekend.

Cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Mon Jul 11, 2011 6:55 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Day OTW
Replies: 10
Views: 4557

Re: Day OTW

Hey Alloy,

Looks like alot of fun! :thumbsup: What pond? how did you do the other day clamming in your "plastic" boats? we are still around 72 degrees! But lots of clams! Enjoy and I hope to see you soon :beer:

Cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Fri May 27, 2011 8:11 am
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: 26' Down East in process
Replies: 32
Views: 21047

Re: 26' Down East in process

Nice looking hull, please keep the info coming, power, complete specs & photos.

Thanks so much for sharing and I hope the build goes smoothly! and it is FUN!

Cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Wed May 25, 2011 7:57 pm
Forum: Your Alloy Boat
Topic: Zincs - Should I be worried?
Replies: 10
Views: 7031

Re: Zincs - Should I be worried?

Replaced the motor zinc today... thanks to boatzincs.com easy order & quick shipping :thumbsup:

Everything on my boat is a 2 wire system, so I guesss, hope, think I'm OK.

I topped my carpet trailer bunks last year thanks Alloytoy!

Cheers & Thanks

Rick
by Challenge
Fri May 20, 2011 7:20 pm
Forum: Your Alloy Boat
Topic: Zincs - Should I be worried?
Replies: 10
Views: 7031

Zincs - Should I be worried?

Hi Folks, I'm getting the boat ready for the season. When I was greasing the motor (40 hp merc 4 stroke), I noticed that the zinc on my motor needs to be replaced the one below the bracket to the hull (not the one behind the prop) ... not real bad but I will get a new one. The zinc on my hull still ...
by Challenge
Wed May 11, 2011 5:30 am
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: Winninghoff
Replies: 4
Views: 3307

Re: Winninghoff

it was posted again yesterday...

http://providence.craigslist.org/boa/2372572066.html

here are some more photos on the Response site:

http://www.responsemarine.com/pdodd.htm

I hope someone on this site got it!
by Challenge
Tue May 10, 2011 7:04 am
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: Winninghoff
Replies: 4
Views: 3307

Winninghoff

Hi Folks,

here is one on Craigs list:

http://providence.craigslist.org/boa/2360435241.html

it was designed by Bill Lincoln @ response...

It is a non for profit and they are looking for offers

cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Tue May 03, 2011 3:23 pm
Forum: Alloy Pictures
Topic: Aluma Marine
Replies: 3
Views: 3295

Aluma Marine

Hi Folks, I just came across this one- Aluma Marine has delivered a custom aluminum 29’ 5” offshore boat to private owner John Gelpi. It achieves a top speed of 55 mph with twin 250 hp Mercury Verado outboard engines. A performance video of this vessel is available for viewing on youtube, keyword “A...
by Challenge
Fri Apr 29, 2011 6:14 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Interesting CL post
Replies: 6
Views: 3214

Re: Interesting CL post

So this is getting stranger... Saw this post:

http://boston.craigslist.org/sob/boa/2347265331.html

called him again yesterday, left phone and email on message

still no response...

Is it ME? :banghead:

cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Mon Apr 25, 2011 6:40 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Interesting CL post
Replies: 6
Views: 3214

Re: Interesting CL post

I left him a message Friday night. I mentioned that I've been working with a designer and would love to hear his background and experience and maybe have him quote the build for me. No response yet... I'm not holding my breath...
by Challenge
Fri Apr 22, 2011 9:25 am
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Interesting CL post
Replies: 6
Views: 3214

Re: Interesting CL post

I saw it also, I might give him a call and see what is up... I will keep everyone posted.
by Challenge
Wed Apr 20, 2011 8:44 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: Hi Boys
Replies: 18
Views: 7860

Re: Hi Boys

Welcome :beer: Lots of great people here as well as great info!

THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE! :clap:

Cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Wed Apr 20, 2011 8:41 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Autotether & BOE Marine
Replies: 0
Views: 2542

Autotether & BOE Marine

Hi Folks, I broke down and purchased another item that I hope I never need! Ordered on Sat Night, emailed an additional item Sunday and received everything today (Wednesday). Thanks Jim nice work as always! If you have thought about Autotether... WHY NOT DO IT. BOE has a very attractive price! :thum...
by Challenge
Tue Apr 19, 2011 8:18 pm
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: East coast 23 pacific
Replies: 1
Views: 2167

East coast 23 pacific

Hey folks

I just came across another:

http://boston.craigslist.org/nos/boa/2331289472.html

Cheers

Rick
by Challenge
Sun Apr 17, 2011 11:38 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: FL Keys in an Alloy
Replies: 22
Views: 10446

Re: FL Keys in an Alloy

Wow what a great trip & experience! :beer: Well Done. A few guys from Sport Fishing Magazine did a four day trip covering lots of miles in the keys there might be some info for the next trip: http://www.sportfishingmag.com/travel/flats-and-bays/2010-a-skiff-odyssey-1000086971.html Cheers Rick
by Challenge
Wed Apr 06, 2011 3:24 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Sitting on da cooler.....for Big W.
Replies: 15
Views: 4567

Re: Sitting on da cooler.....for Big W.

Hey Jetty,

That Knife looks great where did you get it and how much???

Replaceable blades are a great concept!

Cheers,

Rick