Recent content by Eliump2147

Would those of you who have experience with the 16' C-Dory Cruiser feel comfortable boating from Grand Portage to Isle Royal? Of course, only if the marine weather forecast is favorable? I have a 50HP ETEC with an 8HP kicker. Any of you other there who have done this? Thanks.

If I lived a whole lot closer to you, I'd love to help you make room in your shop by taking the refrigerator off your hands. :-)

Hello. No, I haven't even been in my boat yet :-) I bought it sight unseen from a wonderful couple from this group. I've been in Mexico since mid-March and won't return to MN to see my little "Mighty Minnow" until I get home June 12th. I have lots to learn about boating before taking her...

Thank you Steve and Tina!!! Though I have yet to see BOWHAUS myself, my brother said she is in phenomenal shape - looks like new!!! I can't wait to truly make her my own. I promise to take very, very good care of her. Eli

What are your thoughts on choosing a 2016 Evinrude E-TEC 50HP motor to repower a 16' C-Dory Cruiser?

I love how generous and helpful you all seem to be here. This summer I hope to be building a home an hour south of Grand Marais, MN on the shore of Lake Superior. The home will sit in between two AMAZING state parks, Split Rock Light House State Park & Tettegouche State Park. The views of the...

Oh my goodness, I love you all already!! Preach away! I need all the testimony I can get on boating, in particular boating in a 16' C-Dory. By the way, my full name is Elisa. I go by "Eli" (Ellie) though. :-) The information that has been share with me already has been extremely helpful...

Looks like I'll become the new owner of "Bowhous" soon!!! I'm super excited about finding her, but I'm reaching out to you here to get your take on using a C-Dory 16' Cruiser on Lake Superior. The furthest I could ever imagine even wanting to go in the boat is 20 miles across the lake from my...