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Old 12-01-2015, 06:02 PM   #13
Haylands
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City: Yorkshire
Vessel Name: Barefoot Lady
Vessel Model: 1976 Hatteras 42LRC Mk1
Join Date: Nov 2015
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Originally Posted by David Rive View Post
Hi Pete,

I know whereof you speak. I am 6' 5" and 270 lbs. Will be 65 next month. I do karate 2 or 3 times a week and it keeps the joints working, but I am headroom challenged on a lot of boats. If you want see the roomiest engine room there is on a trawler under 40' check out a Great Harbour N-37. Roomy for guys our size. Good luck.

David
Karate is out for the moment, I think my legs might fall off...!!! Thanks for the heads up (pun) I'll have a look....

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We're in Fort Lauderdale and would be happy show you our boat, also my uncle has his 50 Chris Craft commander docked right next to us. So just gimme a shout.
I will send you a PM tomorrow, thanks a lot...

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Originally Posted by stubones99 View Post
If you're still in the area, you might want to attend Trawlerfest:

TrawlerFest is PassageMaker’s stand-alone series of boat shows, specifically designed for cruising under power enthusiasts. Strategically located in key cruising regions nationwide, TrawlerFests showcase the nation’s best in-water display of cruising powerboats, first class boating courses and demonstrations, all the latest in marine products & services, and rendezvous-style evening events and activities!

TrawlerFest is more than a boat show; it’s where industry, education, and community come together in a relaxed, rendezvous-type atmosphere. TrawlerFest is an experience you simply won’t want to miss!

TrawlerFest Dates: January 26 – 31, 2016

In-Water Show Dates: January 28 – 31, 2016

Marina:
Riviera Beach Marina
200 East 13th Street
Riviera Beach, Florida, 33404

TrawlerFest-Riviera Beach 2016 | | PassageMaker
Superb news, we are there until 2nd Feb so will be there, I saw Trawlerfest advertised somewhere but that was for May 2016, I didn't appreciate they toured, thanks for the info, looking forward to it already....
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