Roy

Hey, this one too! Why not http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9i5_DGf6DRU...feature=related

Or maybe this one Ben. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0Fuzqja9sY...feature=related

I have only chosen one...I'll be at the Spring Fishing Show. I cannot do both and the SFS is the best for me. Big mall at BPS, drop your wife off there with a list of things you NEED at Bass Pro and she'll have the rest of the day to shop in the rest of the mall. Does that sound good?

Probably the throat and mouth muscles, Rob.

I'd say it's about here, Todd. Say hi to Dad for me. http://www.fishontariostore.com/index.php?...7&Itemid=80

WOW! Betcha Solopaddler and a few others would take a few of those if you had the time to make them. Excellent work, Bud.

Saw it a couple of years ago......great wildlife clip, Thanks.

You've got FIVE minutes! Go for it!!!!!

9:00 am on the Score and 9:30 am on WFN, enjoy the premiere show of Dave Mercer's Facts of Fishing for the 2010 season then post your comments here and run an excellent chance at some great prizes. If you could just get your out of bed, I'll have the coffee ready!

Holy crap, Dave! I thought you'd have been consumed by maggots by now. I'd really like to see you in June this year! It'd be really nice if you could bring your wife. You could bring that 23 year old super model neighbour of yours for yourself. We have talent night on Saturday after the fish fry now. I'll do the Walter Brennan impression...you can do your famous impression of a eureka tent peg. Don't be a stranger, Bud.

And now, the company should be proud to have you on board. Thanks for stepping up at this time.

From what I've seen here recently, God help Jocelyn if someone feels they've been treated badly by him.

Passes were free so you still have your dollar for the spring show eh?

I understand that your probably more upset with their attitude than the measly price differential (5%). Everyone has a bad day once in a while. Couldn't you have printed out the sale price information and had it price matched anywhere else? Attitude on both sides of the transaction goes a long way toward resolving these little differences.

I know! And please remember that my offer to buy back the [email protected] still stands.

This has slid down the page a little so I thought I'd bring it back to the top in case anyone interested had missed it and wanted to ask a question or add a comment. Being civil here will go a long way. Thanks guys.

Ok folks, here is a copy of the note I sent to Crestliner on the 20th December: Date/Time: Dec 20 2009 06:48 Name: Roy Boudreau Email: [email protected] Organization: Ontario Fishing Network Phone: 450 655-**** Subject: Media Request Message: I'm an administrator for the Ontario Fishing Network Community. We have one of the most active fishing websites in North America with 30-40,000 hits a day. Recently, a problem with Crestliner floatation has been signalled on our board. Some people are unhappy with the support (or lack of) provided with this issue. We know how these situation tend to fester and get out of hand. I ask if someone from your organization would be so kind as to register on our site and say something on Crestliner's position with all of this. Here is a link to the thread in question. http://www.ofncommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=38499 Thank you for looking after this. Roy Boudreau Just a short while ago I received this reply from Gary Bourassa of Crestliner. Roy Boudreau, Thank you for your cordial notification of this posting. You certainly do have an active website that serves as a link to many outdoor enthusiasts. I do wish to visit with you regarding this flotation issue as well as our plant's stance concerning addressing items such as this on any web-based forum. I am attaching a FAQ sheet concerning this recall campaign for your review and I wish to follow it up with a phone conversation with you. I will plan on contacting you Friday, Jan 8 about 1:00 PM central time at the following number: 450 655-****. If a different time or number would be more advantageous for you please let me know at this email address. Thanks again Roy Gary Bourassa Crestliner & Triton Aluminum Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement Manager [email protected] 320-631-5718 - office 320-632-2127 - fax And here is a copy of the FAQ that Gary Bourassa sent. Crestliner Flotation Recall Frequently Asked Questions Why are boats being recalled a. We recently discovered that some of our models do not meet a United States Coast Guard (USCG) requirement for level flotation. Under the Federal Boating Safety Act, we are required to recall the defective units and bring them up to or beyond USCG regulations. What is Level Flotation a. A flotation system that will keep a swamped boat and a specified quantity of the weights of its maximum: engine, equipment, passengers, and total options; in specified locations within the boat floating in an approximately level attitude. What is Basic Flotation? a. A flotation system that will keep a swamped boat from sinking when its passengers are in the water clinging to it, provided that the aggregate weight of the engine, passengers, and equipment carried in or attached to the boat does not exceed that boat’s maximum weight capacity. With basic flotation, the swamped boat may float at any attitude. Is my boat going to sink? a. No providing you have not exceeded the posted maximum weight capacity on your vessel’s capacity plate. All Crestliner units have passed USCG and ABYC Basic Flotation standards. Is my boat safe to use? a. Yes. However, we strongly recommend scheduling the recall service to ensure Level Flotation requirements are met. How did this happen? a. For many years, Crestliner determined foam flotation needs by using American Boating and Yacht Council’s (ABYC) calculation method. While performing a proactive, internal audit on a prototype a few months ago, we discovered the boat did not have enough foam in the proper locations it needed to pass the test. We then subjected the prototype and all Crestliner models to flotation tests to evaluate whether they met the Level Flotation requirements. Out of 171 models that Crestliner has built over the last 10 years, 16 were found to not be in compliance. Do I have to have the foam kit installed in my boat? a. Yes. I’m the second owner of this boat – will this installation be covered under warranty? a. Absolutely, regardless of which owner you are, the kit installation is covered by warranty. My boat is not on your recall list – does it need a foam kit installed? a. No. If it isn’t listed in the recall table, it isn’t subject to the recall. Will mileage be covered to bring it in for kit installation? a. No, mileage to and from the dealership is not covered by the recall. However, Crestliner will pay all materials and labor associated with the recall. Will I get a loaner boat to use while mine is getting the foam kit installed? a. No, but the installation only takes a maximum of several hours to complete. By scheduling with the dealer, it will allow them to have all the parts on hand when you arrive and minimize the downtime and inconvenience to you. What do I need to do to prepare my boat for this installation? a. We recommend that you remove any loose items from the boat and all storage compartments. Depending on your model, the dealer will have to access storage compartments and remove flooring for installation. By removing your loose personal items the dealer will be able to complete your boat faster and it minimizes the risk that one of your personal items is misplaced while the boat is worked on. Crestliner will not be responsible for lost or misplaced items. How will the kit change my boat? a. In most models, the changes will hardly be noticeable. In certain models, the only way to bring the boat to level flotation requirements is to install foam in portions of storage areas. Utilizing storage areas for foam was done only when no other alternatives existed. How will I be compensated for losing storage space? a. We will not be able to compensate for this loss – it is an unfortunate consequence of the recall. It is our contention that the safety of our customers takes priority over a small amount of storage space. Can I get these repairs done at my local boat dealer even if they do not carry Crestliner? a. Your nearest Crestliner dealer has the materials and expertise to do the best job. In the event you don’t have a Crestliner dealer in your region, please contact Crestliner’s customer service department at 320.631.5701 to locate an alternate service site. Can I wait until after fishing season to bring boat in for this installation? a. We recommend getting the installation completed as soon as you are able to. I do not want my boat repaired – I demand you to buy it back or give me a new model that meets USCG regulations. a. Our obligation is to ensure we’ve sold a boat that meets USCG regulations. With the fix outlined in the recall, we are meeting this obligation. Gary Bourassa will be calling me tomorrow afternoon. If anyone has anything in particular they want to ask, please please post as soon as possible. Thanks.

TURNCOAT!!!! You're not representing Giesler Boats???

That's bleepin' beauty video, Simon! Thanks for taking us along.

None here Cliff. Usually have a case or two around the house though.

Quite the blue there, Glen. The yeller and green ain't bad either, snug as a bug in a rug. Glad you got out.

Re-read my post, Van. SLOWLY.

I wouldn't ever think of doing anything bad to you and Miss Kelly. Ever. Nice to hear from you!

You do what YOU want to do. It seems to me that you'd prefer to do the winter 4-5 day thing to the lake for trout etc. Do it. If you compromise once now, the next compromise will be just around the corner and you'll spend your life doing things because of your Bud's maladroitness at picking a life partner. However, you can still go to the 4-5 day trip and help your first Bud in the process. She is working Saturday....get out to his place on the pretext that you need to borrow something for the trip and while there ask to go to the can. From there, arrange to have a dirty pair of ladies undies in you pocket and drop them in the laundry hamper. That should free him up for fishing for a few years to come. I hope this helps.

Hey Bud, don't worry about it. This is all jock talk...it all means fishing. For some people, turning your wrist 16 degrees to the right with a craw patterned bait is another style of fishing completely. You'll get used to it....it really is not important.