Scarlet, Sweet Scarlet. A Sad Farewell.

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It's with a heavy, heavy heart we report the passing of a true and loyal Woody Boater. Miss Scarlet who was always ready for a boat ride and road trip. Scarlet never, NEVER left Jimmy's side. Work, play, eating out. You name it, Scarlet…
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SAD BREAKING NEWS – JOE TURCOTTE KILLED IN FATAL CAR WRECK!

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We are very saddened to report the death of a true asset and contributor to our beloved Classic Boat culture. Joe Turcotte of Gar Wood boats was hit from behind in his truck today and killed. I, and others are speechless and still in shock.…
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A Sad Farewell To A Fellow Woody Boater – Hank The Plank

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Long time fellow Woody Boater Mike Mayer reports in on some sad news about his Father and best friend. Here is Mikes report. On October 5, 2017 Woodyboaterville lost another great man. Fred aka “Hank the Plank” Mayer had battled leukemia…
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Glisenti Fine Wood Boats – True Italian Passion And Craftsmanship!

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As you may recall we were all invited to visit Glisenti Boats by fellow Woody Boaters Davide and Luca Glisenti, and so we did for sure. In what appears to be an entire trip to lake Como and never seeing one Riva. But man oh man, we have…
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A Day With Bob Weaver All Crammed Into One Hour!

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Phew, it's Friday and the start of what we hope will be a wonderful 3 day weekend with loved one, or ones if you have two or more boats. It will be hard to beat last weekend for sure. To think that a dumb story about wanting some wicker…
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Wilson Wright Brings The Heat All Day Long!

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Ladies and gentleman, here it is, the first report in from Wilson Wright! That's right. The same Wilson Wright who was the back bone of the Chris Craft Antique Boat Club when even a Xerox copy would blow your mind. We here can recall a time…
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M-Fine's M-ighty Fine Penn Yan!

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We talked about a bit in previous stories, but today its all about the M -fine Penn Yan. Officially a 1976 Bicentennial Penn Yan. And for the record, the ONLY red white and blue one made. You could buy them in Red, OR Blue, but Matt Fines…
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M-Fine’s M-ighty Fine Penn Yan!

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We talked about a bit in previous stories, but today its all about the M -fine Penn Yan. Officially a 1976 Bicentennial Penn Yan. And for the record, the ONLY red white and blue one made. You could buy them in Red, OR Blue, but Matt Fines…
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Not So Quiet Riot!

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Sometimes a perceived bad day for Woody Boating, can be an amazing opportunity to get some amazing photos. Such was the day yesterday. Saturday at the 2014 ACBS International Show. We got about 1500 photos and will share through out the…
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She Floats! Troy Finaly Goes Woody Boating In American Beauty.

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Well, it happened. Our very own fellow Woody Boater Troy got his labor of love, American Beauty in the water after some years of restoration. As a former cruiser owner I have to add what a huge deal this is. Once in the water, things swell…
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Cherup – Wise Boat Co. Woody Boater Boat Of The Month And Our Pick For Top Boat Of The Sunnyland 2014 Show.

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Many of you may gasp a bit at our unusual pick of this months Woody Boat of the Month and Winner of our Sunnyland Boat of the Show. Her varnish job is shot, bottom leaks, interior is a collection of vinyl samples from the past 9 decades…
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Lets Get This Pumpkin Party Started!

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Yesterday, Jimmy and I ran up to Katzs marina to pick up Suzy and bring her home and ready for spring. It was a beautiful 60 degree day here in DC and about 45 up in Jersey, so it was a perfect day for towing. While up there we of course…
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Barn Find 1961 Chris Craft Continental Hard Top. Could This Be Next Years Tahoe Winner?

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Meet the latest barn fresh barn find from longtime fellow Woody Boater Don Hardy of McCall Boat Works. You may recall Dons other barn finds, like the pink Hemi U22, and the mountain barn find Barrel Back that just won at Tahoe, or Twinn…
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Classic Minnesota Part 7: Lake Minnetonka – More Than A Century Of Boating History

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After spending six wonderful days in the Bay Lake / Gull Lake area of Minnesota, we decided to make our way down to Lake Minnetonka, just west of Minneapolis, to check it out. Although this wasn't in our original travel plan, how could you…
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Gar Wood Sisters Rock Michigan!

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At this past weekends Torch lake event we had the chance to take twin 1939 19′ Gar Wood Custom Runabout's out on Clam Lake and just watch them have some fun. Miss Lisa and Arcadia let loose for the cameras. We hope you enjoy, we did. …
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Step Hydro Done And Ready For A Warm Drink of Florida Water!

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As you have been following the amazing restoration of Miss Step the very rare Chrs-Craft step hydro you are now able to see her in her completed state ready for water in Florida. These are exclusive pictures of her, if you want to see more…
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1924 22′ Toppan High Speed Launch Barn Find!

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Thanks to fellow Woody Boater Gary Michael of Woodboats.org we can all enjoy a fun barn find of a very rare launch. Gary moved the launch out of a barn in CT early fall after 40 years in storage by the original owners. "With her original…
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Lake Hopatcong 2013 Calendar. Buy It Like There’s No Tomorrow!

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Thanks to fellow Woody boater Bob"have I got a Calendar for you" Kays, you can really have your 2013 classic boat calendar now. And it's a real 2013 one. All the dates are there. You can buy it here. We guarantee this Calendar to be a collectors…
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Foxy Lady Takes Home Big Award..s – Could This Be The Most Perfect Classic Boat In The World?

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I know this is a rather bold statement. Considering that there are some truly amazing classic boats out there. Certanly some more iconic. But at the crossroad of rareness,  quality preservation, care giving, and socialization, Foxy lady,…
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Rybovich: The Stuff of Legend For Over 90 Years – The History, The Book & RyboRendezvous #5

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It's funny how some things stick in your mind... Last August, while attending the 2011 Regional Boat Show in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho I had the pleasure of meeting one of my motor racing hereos, Jim Busby. Jim is an accomplished road racer with…
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“42 Reasons” – A 1967 Chris-Craft Commander Living The Dream In Michigan

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Shortly after Matt & I arrived in Algonac, Michigan for the 2012 Michigan Chapter Antique & Classic Boat Show, we were introduced to an amazing father & son team who recently restored this very cool 1967 Chris-Craft 42' Commander. I'm…
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1961 Century Barn Find To Be Debut At Lake Mohawk!

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Who doesn't love a barn find? Count me in, I love the search, the find and the reveal. The idea that a boat has been tucked away for years, just sitting there waiting for you to find her. The truth sometimes is that the boats have not been…
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BREAKING NEWS – HAGERTY LAUNCHES FIRST-EVER CLASSIC BOAT PRICE GUIDE

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We interrupt Curtiss day for breaking news. This has been in the works for some time and is a massive improvement for the hobby. Here is the release and link to the site.. AMAZING stuff.. Valuation Tools and Resources Focus on Vintage…
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The Top 10 Ways To Promote Your Classic Boat Show!

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Classic boat shows are one of the top ways to promote the lifestyle of Woody boating. They are opportunities for locals to meet and talk about their love of classic boats. And as you have seen, a great chance to get out there and share in…
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U.S. Mail Boat Mariah Makes A Splash At Lake Hopatcong! See the Exclusive Video!

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While we were out on Lake Dora The folks up at Katzs Marina were still hard at work preparing Mariah for here water test. I may not be right on this but think that Mariah has not been in the water since the film was shot. With less than 200…
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On Golden Pond Picture Boats – EXCLUSIVE Woody Boater Sneak Peek Pictures!

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Seven months ago Seth Katz of Katz's Marina on Lake Hopatcong, claimed he would have "the TWO on Golden Pond Boats will be ready for Tavaras. IN THE WATER!" Now, anyone that has restored a boat knows that 7 months is just a good start on…
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Are Youth Programs Enough To Grow Classic Boating?

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Well, I thought I would just ask the question. I have been mulling this around in my head for years now. The bottom line is this. People love their classic boats like they love their classic cars, toasters barbie dolls, whatever it was that…
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A Little HALp From My Friends, Please

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Fellow Woody Boater, Classic Boat Collector and Hessel Correspondent Alex Watson is reaching out to the Woody Boater community for some opinions on what he should do with one of his rare wooden boats... And we know that many of you will have…
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Let’s Kick Off The New Year, With Some Old Wood – 82 Year-Old Wood

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We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our viewers here at Woody Boater a Happy New Year and Prosperous 2012. And if your are thinking about making any New Years Resolutions... Here's a quote from famous American author and humorist,…
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“Rowdy Dow” – 80 Years Later, The Name’s Still Hip! (Part One – A Very Original Model 99)

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"Rowdy Dow" - 80 Years Later, The Name's Still Hip! A few weeks ago, we learned of an interesting project underway at Classic and Antique Boats in Hessel, Michigan. We thought our readers would find this story interesting given the boat’s…
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Happy Birthday (Buon Compleanno) To Roy Dryer – Fine Artist And Riva Junior Owner

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For over three decades, fine artist Roy Dryer has used his unique artistic style to capture the timeless beauty and charactor of many antique & classic boats, and has also made significant contributions to the antique & classic boat…
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Woody Boat Of The Month – 1959 Chris Craft Sport Fisherman, Appropriately Named, “Storm Duty”.

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As we finish up Disaster week, we wanted to get away from storms and earthquakes.. Well..."Storm Duty"... Is not what we had in mind.. BUT..The more I get to know this boat the more I fell in love with it. Fellow Woody  Boater Mark…
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The New Official Woody Boater Go To Classic Boat!

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I am not sure where to start. So I will start on Friday night.. You may want to get a cup of coffee.. I left the office mid day Friday to head up to Lake Hopatcong to Katz's marina to pick up the new b. 7 hrs later at an average speed of 25…
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Sleeperless In Virginia!

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Behind the scenes here at Woody Boater HQ there has been a game of this boat and that boat vying for the grand position of the official Woody Boater go to boat. I am boatless and mentioned last week.. I do still have my trusty skiffany.…
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No Surprises – It Is Possible Folks

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On Friday morning I received a call from fellow Woody Boater Don Ayers. It was 7:00 AM and Don was driving east on I-80 from Sacramento towards Auburn, California to spend the day with Rudy at Northwest Classic Boats. Don said "I have been…
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The WWII Fighter Pilot Who Returned Home In 1947 For Mom’s Mink

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Honolulu, Hawaii 1947 - A year after being discharged from the service, US Navy Fighter Pilot Jim Lundy was still in Hawaii and his family wanted him to come home to the main land. For a young man and war veteran in his mid 20's with the rest…
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A Gar Aluminum Sedan – Can We Help Solve A 60 Year Old Mystery For The Owner?

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Jeff & Laurie Knudsen from Holland, Michigan currently own three classic boats. A 1946 Gar Wood 19'6" Deluxe runabout which is now being restored, a numbers matching bright sided Gar Wood Ensign which is a future project, and "Tin Can"…
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Chris Craft XK-18 Woody Boater Boat Of The Month

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I know I know, it's not made of wood. But there is a strip of wood like stuff on the dash. So it's in. This thing is stunning. It looks like a 1969 Z/28 made sweet love to a bass boat in the garage. And this came out. It's pure 60's - 70's muscle,…
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1996 Riva Aquarama Special Headlines Rare Wooden Boats Offered At Mecum Kissimee Auction

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MARENGO, Ill. - After several noteworthy vintage wooden boat sales in 2010, Mecum Auctions continues its successful foray into the classic boat industry by giving collectors a chance to own "The Last Riva" - a 1996 Riva Aquarama Special Hull…
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