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Don't call the cops! We've decided we need to get a bigger boat so we can travel on longer trips in greater comfort. Not sure what we're going to get yet, but whatever it is we'll still consider ourselves C-Brats for life.

We sold the boat to a very nice couple who also live in Oak Harbor. So if you see a boat that looks just like ours, maybe it was... Not sure what the new name is. I'll wait and let the new owners introduce themselves.

Will let you know when we do get a new boat.

Thanks for all the great times, we're really going to miss the entire C-Dory lifestyle. It's not just the boat, it's the people.

Fred and Robbin

The very first C-Dory gathering in Lagley, Washington April 2001
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This doesn't make my day. You two will be sorely missed in the tribe! I can't imagine you two not on that boat.

On the plus side, the owners are luckier than they probably know. They have just purchased one of the best smartly cared-for CD25s out there.

P.S. I do hope, however, that they change the name ASAP....I don't want to see the Anita Marie out on the water without you at the helm! :wink:
 
HI Fred and Robbin. WOW, That is a surprise. Ummmmm jsut a thought, but a Venture 26 or a TomCat255 are both bigger that a C-Dory 25 AND you would still be on a C-Dory :wink:

Whatever you do, you are still family here, and hope to see you on the water soon. Dehydration can be a serious health issue :roll: Best in your future decisions.

Harvey
SleepyC :moon

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Fred and Robbin, what a surprise! I knew you were thinking about it so good for you two. Like Caryn and me, I'm sure you'll still make it to the gatherings but in a bigger boat.

Congrats and good luck in your search.

Peter & Caryn
 
Congrats, Fred and Robbin. Time, tastes, and desires change. I still think C-Dorys are great boats for a couple that wants to trailer and cruise great areas. If you are keeping the boat in the water all the time and want more space and comfort, there are many great options.

Have you narrowed the choices, yet? Inquiring minds want to know. :wink:
 
Whaaat!? Well, you've got about a week to find the new one and still make the Sucia event next weekend!

Congrats, and have fun shopping for the next boat!

-Mike
 
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We are looking at 32 Nordic tugs.
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That's allowed.

You don't even need to upgrade your burgee - precedent has been set.

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When you guys find that right boat, it'll be a great one for cruising here and up north. Looking forward to you both coming to all the gatherings and letting us a have a glimpse of your new cruising digs.
 
Fred, I'm stunned by that news. I thought for a second, is this 4/1? I had no idea selling was a consideration at this time. I figured new engine, new freezer, your boat's perfectly equipped for many years of exploration in retirement.

You've got an audience now interested in your next boat. Whatever it is, as you and others have said, you'll always be a one of us and I hope to see you two at our cruises.
 
Wow. And you said the 200 would make you "keep the boat". :wink: I guess like "The Jeffersons", you are "moving on up...". Congrats. I'm kinda partial to those Grand Banks, personally. But I think they are beyond our "affordability".
 
Last Time ll......
We've been invited to the Sucia event but feel that we owe it to Fred and Robbin, and the rest of you, to have the new name on the boat before we attend any C-Dory gathering. The sign guy is busy and just cant get it done by then.

It is with great pleasure we welcome Last Time ll into our family. I have been boating since I was 7 (lived on the water in FL). My wife, Kris, and I spent many years commercial fishing for Albacore and Salmon in CA. I've delivered yachts from Seattle to San Diego, we wenrt from a 45' commercial fishing boat to a 40' Sedan trawler to our current fishing machine. I am currently in charge of the marine rescue division on North Whidbey Island. (2 boats, 2 trucks, 18 people).
We don't look at boats or pets as "things or animals" but as family members.
I can assure all of you the Last Time ll has come to a kind and loving home and will be well cared for and loved. You'll see us soon with our older daughter, Amy Ann, our beloved Golden retriever.

I will say that is with deep regret I'm selling my great fishing boat, the Last Time, a 22' Hewescraft Ocean Pro....I'm sure going to miss seeing that GPS
read out 42mph when I open that 200 Honda up.

We are looking forward to being accepted into the C-Brat family and hope to be able to spend some time with you all as my work will allow.
 
joconnor, Hey Good to hear you here, and hope to get to meet up somewhere, well, except to be on the receiving end of you working I guess. It would be easy to just tape a paper cover over the name if that part really bothers you. OR just run with it, and change it when it works out. It took me about a year to come up with a name and get it on.

Welcome and congratulations on acquiring a very good boat. I'm pretty sure that Fred and Robin trained it well.

Harvey
SleepyC :moon

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Welcome Jim and Kris!

You've got a great boat there! And to think Fred just re-powered with a 200 and totally rebuilt his trailer.....you're a lucky dude.

As one of the other CD25s with a 200 horses, I think you're going to love how your new boat performs......sluggish perhaps compared to your 22' Hewescraft Ocean Pro, but you'll soon get used to the cruisin' life of a boat with comfort, warmth, legendary seaworthiness, and great on-board cooked food (not to mention drink :wink:), but with some get-up and go when you need it.

I was hoping to go to Sucia, but it ain't going to happen. Hope to see you new owners in Friday Harbor next May.
 
Joconnor, that was a classy introduction. I'm happy you can make Sucia this weekend, and gosh, don't be in a hurry to change the name on our account. I think I speak for others when I say take your time and do it right.

I'd like to hear more about you and your wife's lives as fishermen, your experiences in charge of marine rescue on north Whidbey, and pet your pooch the golden retriever. C-gigs could use another canine character.

Really happy to hear you bought Fred and Robbin's boat, and delighted you'll be joining the gathering.
Brock
 
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