CONTINUOUSWAVE

Hadn't checked the forum in a few days. Thanks for the additional info/opinions.

We remain in the discussion phase, but recognize the season is getting closer!

Wow Jim. A lot to get my arms around there! Thanks!

Bruce

Our dock and hoist are permanent. The dock has a concrete deck and is mounted on some hefty steel posts. The hoist is rated at 10,000 pounds, so weight is a not a concern. They were put in last year, so they have some good years left. Since we are right on the water I don't see us trailering a boat,...

I am actually on the Michigan side of Lake Erie. Canada is close but with all the customs rules and such it may as well be a different planet!

Last year we bought a house with a dock and hoist. Obviously, we need a boat! I have never been a boater. In fact, I have been on a boat maybe five times in my life. In my research, and looking at my neighbors' boats, I have pretty much decided on a Boston Whaler. The tough decision is which one. I ...