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Conquistador_del_mar
04-03-2012, 10:55 PM
With all the recent banter on this forum, I had to remember why I am here reading and contributing - I love boating, pure and simple. I have driven boats since I was about 8 years old and have never grown tired of the pleasure I derive from them. I restored my first boat (1953 Chris Craft 18' Riviera) when I was 26 years old and have since restored so many that I have lost count. There is nothing to me as rewarding as taking out a boat that you brought back to life, but driving a boat that I didn't restore is also a pleasure. Cutting through some big waves, idling with the sun glistening off the freshly waxed deck at sunset, watching the scenery as I cruise with the bright sun and fresh air blowing my hair back, looking at my passengers napping to the lulling sound of the engine as I cruise - you all know the feelings you get - :yes: I saw my first Donzi in the mid 60s at Grand Lake in Oklahoma and knew I would have one when I could afford one which happened in 1973 when I bought a 1971 18' 2+3 (the very boat I bought back and restored in 2008 - http://www.donzi.net/forums/showthread.php?52903-1971-18-2-3-getting-started&highlight=1971+Donzi+18%27+started) I am 59 now, but I still enjoy boating as much as when I was much younger. I look forward to many more years of my favorite activity other than - you know - lol. Bill

mattyboy
04-04-2012, 06:22 AM
well said PLUS ONE +1 :)

CHACHI
04-04-2012, 06:40 AM
No one has fallen asleep yet in my boat, but you couldn't of said it any better.

+2

Ken

JimG
04-04-2012, 09:46 AM
Well said, Bill!

Sometimes we forget why we do this... it's a freedom that can only be achieved on the water. No matter if your boat is old or new, big or small, has a windshield or not... it's about the boating! :)

Thanks for pointing it out!

JimG

Team Jefe
04-04-2012, 11:54 AM
Well put kind sir!! I love being around the poeple on this site and others in the community....but nothing gets me going like being on the water, throttle up, and fly.... I get goodebumps everytime!!!:yes:

Just Say N20
04-04-2012, 12:45 PM
He said "goodebumps.". :)

Carl C
04-04-2012, 01:19 PM
Sometimes driving my boat is even better than "you know"......... :)

JimG
04-04-2012, 02:16 PM
Sorry guys... ain't no freakin' boat better than "you know"! That boat has not been built...:D

Donziweasel
04-04-2012, 08:11 PM
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All of this is well said, but "you know" is the best, unless it is on your boat, then it is even better! :)

Donzi Vol
04-04-2012, 09:19 PM
I often scoff at the old saying, "the best two days in a boat owner's life is the day he buys it and the day he sells it." I'm certain that is false because of the big smile and rush that I have every time that I ease the throttle forward and take off.

Thanks for the reminder, Bill. You're the man!

yeller
04-05-2012, 01:03 AM
"No one has fallen asleep yet in my boat....Ken"

I can't say the same.

70780



Well said Bill!

mattyboy
04-05-2012, 06:28 AM
"the you know" was fun but a bit challenging in the 16 a bit open and a bit cramped . The front storage locker in the benchseat is more than enough room and privacy . the only issue will be the After "you know" smoke with the tank right underneath you!:kaioken:


here is a pic of what the storage locker looks like ( 2 against the back wall). looks alot like a pine box which is nice cause Marie told me I was getting burried in my Donzi

Conquistador_del_mar
04-05-2012, 11:08 PM
Thanks guys. All this talk of "you know" makes me think about - you know. lol Bill

Jraysray
04-05-2012, 11:12 PM
As long as it's ot Carl's "You Know" :lookaroun:

Carl C
04-06-2012, 08:36 AM
At 58 years old the "you knows" I get just aren't as good as they used to be. :(

BUIZILLA
04-06-2012, 08:52 AM
after owning a 16, 18, 20, 22, and a Critter, all I can say is, thankfully, there is a deckboat :kingme:

mattyboy
04-06-2012, 08:59 AM
[ QUOTE=$originalposter]Carl C At 58 years old the "you knows" I get just aren't as good as they used to be. :frown: {$pagetext}[/QUOTE]


well you gave the boat a blue pill maybe it is time for the owner to take one too.! ;) but if you remain at WOT for more than 3 hrs seek medical assistance


:)

roadtrip se
04-06-2012, 11:23 AM
Suddenly, I am warming up to the concept of a deckboat. But for now, the SS trumps them all for me.