October 2024 – Classic Boats

Thanks to fellow Woody boater Tom Parsons for reaching out to the universe on The Old Boats Home for some more info, or a whatiz it on a possible 1 cylinder Mullins. We have from time to time done some old Mullins stuff, but I have yet to…

A Full Day Of Light And Dark With Roy, Wayne, And Mother Nature

Well this was an interesting weekend. We disassembled Lil Rusty the donor jeep, said see you later to the kids, and had an old pal come by HQ for a photo shoot. Roy Furchgott has been a pal for close to 30 years. Yup! Crazy. It's a long…

Last Gasping Canadian Style

Art, Community/Web

Huge standing ovation to Chris and Julie Bullen for sharing this amazing last gasp up from the land of maple leafs and nice people.

The Berlin Bureau Is Off Again To Conquer The World.

Community/Web, Woody Boaters

Today I am watching my son leave home again. The pain is of course now even more intense then it was on that fall day in Colorado years ago on his first day of collage. Now it's three to say goodbye to Suzy2 and Ziggy. I love all my kids and…

A New Type Of Boat Ride. Unplugged to Unplug

Berlin Bureau and I had an idea. Why not take folks on a boat ride, without all the editing, music, words yada yada. Just engine sounds, and a slow video of it. Now, there is a rule in this video universe. Short and keep it under 1 minute.…

The Spontaneous Roadtrip Woody Splained

Community/Web, Destinations

Yesterday we interrupted some Last Gasping with a 3Am post about a road trip I was on. Now. You may be wondering what this is all about. Remember the does anyone live near Montecello NY story? Yes this is about the Jeep, so you can just…

What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Spontaneous Road Trip

Okay, I didn't see this coming. I got a call from NY and with the weather, and so on being amazing, I took my window of oportunity and hopped in the truck at 11AM to hit the Catskills. Right now its 3AM in a crappy hotel room, and about…

And Here Come The Gasp’s

This weekend was a magical weekend here, and apparently elsewhere as well. WOW! And even more insane, John Allen was out in NORTHERN MINNESOTA on a boat ride? Yes, BOAT RIDE. Not ice boating. But Boating. Like in a real boat. In…

SummerTimeLess A Short Film By Frances de Larminat Original Music Lucas Carpenter

Art, Woody Boaters

Today we feature a cool film shot this summer here in Reedville. Yes, its from this year. But shot in a very cool way. An old super 8 camera. Director Frances de Larminat is exploring fun new ways to capture moments. We had some great talks…

A Great Injustice Was Done Yesterday. It Was Mr B’s B-Day!

Woody Boaters

The Boatress had warned me a week ago. But my brain can't remember what was for dinner last night. So? But around 11AM yesterday it hit me. Okay the Boatress texted me. It's Mr b's B-Day. And I felt like the worst Dad EVER. Needless to say,…

Does Anyone Live Near Monticello NY? I Apologize Ahead Of Time.

WARNING! Today goes off the rails a bit! WARNING! Between the Facebook Marketplace Summer Urinals, and engagement rings lies a solution to some of my issues. Yup, thats a ring. and a urinal. Oh, its gets even wonkyer. Not to be confused…

Well That Escalated Quickly Jeep Date

Okay, to be honest, wait, not that I am never not honest, ya, thats a dumb lead in to any thought. Any who, I got the Jeep a short time ago, and of course before I got it mechanically really strong, which is still being done, I could not…

A Little Horsepower Trading

Okay, trading about 75 horses. As many of you know, I have been in search for a correct Railway vehicle. I had scored an insane deal on the Toyota Truck, and I LOVED it. 5 speed, super reliable and fun. But, and this is a bit of an insight…

SHHHHHHH! No One Say A Word, Just Go To Georgia And Buy It.

Do not go yappin about its a Feathercraft, or any other stuff. Just offer what you think is fair, and go get it. What is it? Well, fellow Woody Boater spotted it and thought. Mmmmm, someone done gona and customized themselves a feathercraft.…

Pea Wee Needs A New Home

You may recall the stories on Pea Wee, the special 8ft dingy we got for Sweet Pea. Well, it got used once and the Boatress vetoed it. So it just hung around the railway. Literally. Anyway, in my purge of stuff to balance the books things…

Welcome Back To The Club Picnic In Michigan, It’s Okay, The Party Still’s Going On

A huge thanks to Mike Flood for sharing some snaps from the Michigan Gangs Club Picnic in 1982! Ya, get out your shoulder pads and short shorts. And take a gander at some of us all back then. …

It’s Starting To Feel A Little Last Gaspy Around Here

Today may be the day. Sunny, warm and perfect for a good Last Gasp. DO IT! Get out there and take full advantage of it all. Yes there will no doubt be some more magical days left, but the window of perfect boating gets smaller and smaller.…

1952 Hinkley? Launch For Sale Here On The Northern Neck. Start Your Own Yacht Club

This beautiful Launch was originally believed to be built by Hinckley and was used as the yacht club launch for Stamford Yacht Club. Around 2017 the International Yacht Restoration School in Newport, RI completed a total keel up restoration.…

Very Very Rary Chris Craft Toy On Ebayyyyy

If you are into these sort of fun collectable toys, this one is a whopper. Although I have no idea as to its value, and if the condition effects that, or helps it. But it's clearly a pre war fun toy, and is listed as a Kilgore Cast Iron…

Todays Hurricane Distration – Yesterday It Was Mercury, Today Evinrude.

We are in South Carolina today for a wedding of some dear friends, and of course watching the Hurricane reports. The hotel we are in is full of Florida folks that have evacuated, and so it's a 24/7 watch. But some distractions are very much…

Please Milton, Don’t Mess With Lake X In Florida, Or Rabbit Holes

As we all hold our breath for all our Floridian friends. Here is some stuff to help distract us all and yet keep them in our hearts and minds while we all wait for Milton to come visit. UGH. Now this may be a tad confusing, so sorry, cause…

Get Ready, Clear Out Your 401K, and Kids Collage Fund. It’s Sign Bidding Time

On October 19th there is gonna be an auction from the same folks that did the same sort of auction for the now famous Wallace Aro Marine sign that sold for a whopping 15K. And now this very rare basically New Old Stock Elto Evinrude sign. WOW.…

The Magic Moments Before Some Last Gasping, And We Need A New Name For The Berlin Bureau.

Art, Community/Web, Woody Boaters

Yesterday was "One Of Those Days" The morning light, calm waters and in the mid 70's here in Virginia. I know the weather is rather fickle this time of year, and hurricane's are reeking havoc further south. Ugh. So in a way, the magic moments…

Syd’s Surprisingly Spark Plug Stumped

Restorations

When Syd Marsdin from Syds Text Message Museum reaches out to ask what something is, I get excited, cause that just means that no matter how experience we all may be, the classic boat universe is infinite. Which one of the most fun parts our…

Concordia, The Film, The Epic Adventure That Took 8 Hours

Art, Classic Boats, Destinations

It took 8 hours to do, and will only take you 2 minutes to watch, and yet, even two minutes may be too long. Just loop it for 8 hours and you will really get the idea. All kidding aside, the weather was PERFECT, the company even better and…

A Spontaneous 7 Hour Rescue

Yesterday was one of those perfect boating days, and with that in mind, Danny and I were able to surf the weather moment and go pick up a new project of his. A 38ft 1962 Concordia Motor Sailer. The trip, about a 2 hr boat ride to Deltaville,…

The Impact Of Your Generosity Update.

The impact of your generosity is mind blowing and an incredible emotional relief. I thought you may want to know the final impact numbers. I am beyond humbled, and to be honest, re energized. The total of donations came to $16,770.53 Where…

Hey, Hey, Two Good Deals On Ebay Today, Hurray

If you are in the market for a great winter project, today is your lucky day. Or, if you are looking for a fun no worries go boating boat? Guess what? Today is also your lucky day. In fact if you are reading this, it's your lucky day. I…

A Good Old Fashion Sausage Day Might Help