We had a similar experience in Kenniwick WA. A lot of young families with ski/wake boats. The local yacht club has seen a big change. Most of the older folks have SRs, while the younger crowed are choosing the smaller ski boats. BTW I have never seen so many SRs in one place.
I thought this was an interesting article from Trade Only (Sorry if this was already posted):
https://www.tradeonlytoday.com/manufacturers/sea-ray-the-acquisition-that-didnt-happen
Another article:
https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/2018/06/25/sea-ray-saying-goodbye-merritt-island-nearly-400-jobs-gone/731246002/?csp=chromepush
Wish I had room. But very expensive and beyond my pocket book. Yes start times are long. I am told most folks that own these spool them up at the dock before they leave.
Saw an article in Northwest Yachting on this new Flat Antenna technology. No moving parts. I hope as they expand it will lower prices.
https://www.kymetacorp.com/markets/connectivity-on-the-water/yacht-connectivity/
Another, older article...
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It was in the Febuary edition of Power and MotorYacht magazine. The write up is under "Sightlines" by Michael Peters. The article is titled: "Goliath: A Shift in the Sands,"
I have not yet been able to find an online version. Just in the magazine.