Big believer in Catenary Effect. Last two boats had all chain rode. Aside from a little extra cost, I can't see a downside and would never go back to a rope or mixed rode.
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Great info guys. Much appreciated. Which of these marinas would be the most fun? Bars, restaurants, live music, pools, etc?
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Normally I wouldn't be terribly concerned but I've got ips pods. The last thing I want to do is damage one of those damn things. I'd prefer to do all the research I can before we go, IF we go. Is the Toms River deeper? I would stay upriver and just see the family for a couple dinners. I'm not...
I have family staying in Seaside Park for the 4th of July weekend and they asked us to come down with the boat for the weekend. I've never been in the Bay here, only passed by out in the ocean. My boat is roughly 50' and draws about 52" fully loaded. Is there anywhere we can stay? Is there...
I've owned an aluminum hull AB as well as numerous fiberglass hull RIB's. One thing to be Aware of is that the published weights for many of the boats are completely incorrect, especially the aluminum models. So if you're looking at aluminum to save weight, do your homework.
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I recently purchased an AB Mares 10VSX to go on a Riviera 4400 sport yacht with a 15' beam. The VSX measures 10'-6" and I wouldn't want to go an inch bigger. It fits well but longer would concern me during docking and rough seas. Are you sure the 510 beam is only 12'-3"? I thought it was over...
I fly my phantom 3 all the time. Launch off the roof or bow. Catch landing. Works great. It seems to be the only place I'm allowed to fly it anymore with all the no-fly zones.
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