Shelley Cooper Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 We finally found our NEW BOAT.. well, new to us... as most Know, we've been looking since spring and we've looked at a lot of boats..... but most were not very well taken care of and we didn't want anything like that.... Ravine Rat had sent me a message about a 17.8ft Smoker Craft that was for sale on another board... we contacted the seller and went to see it yesterday, both Chuck and I were off by noon....so we contacted CrappieSteve and headed for his place.. We arrived at Steve's a little early to go see the boat, so Steve gave us a nice tour of his place before heading for Niagra Falls... Here is the add on it and a pic of the guys checking it out... 1998 Smoker Craft 178 Fazer, 1998 115 Mercury elpto(LOW HOURS), 1998 Ez-Loader galvanized trailer with a spare. Full stand up top with side windows and back curtain. New(2006) Minn Kota 65lb thrust autopilot with copilot remote. Dual large live wells with timers, Guest on board 2 bank charger 10/10, 2 deep marine cycle batteries, 1 starting marine battery. 7" Fish strike 2000 with GPS and color fish finder, hummingbird 100fx fish finder. 2 Big jon down riggers with mounts and 2 side mount rod holders. Outboard motor bracket rated for up to 20hp, and a boarding ladder. Radio/cassette player with speakers. All the safety gear is included. $15500 obo The boat. Checking out the moter After leaving a deposit for the boat, Steve took us to view some beautiful sites of the Niagara Falls area.... Steve, you make a great guide, thanks for all your help and guide services and a great evening... Here are a few picture’s of the area's that Steve took us too... what a beautiful area... I've been to Niagara Falls before, But never taking the time to view the area. I can't wait to go back for a whole day of it... The Whirlpool The whirlpool jet… boy, would I love to take a ride in this… Steve say’s its pretty expensive, but it still looks like a blast… The cable-car that brings you across the whirlpool… it looks so cool in person.. and here’s another area he took us too.. We’re looking right across at the USA… After some site seeing we headed back to Steve’s for some Pizza and brown pops to celebrate… What a great afternoon/evening we had… Thanks again Steve… We are planning to pick the new boat up on Friday or Saturday, …. We are so excited to have finally found something we want, we can’t wait for the weekend to come… We arrived back home around 11 pm last night to find our wonderful neighbors enjoying a drive-in Theater in their own back yard... lol What a funny site this was.... We are so lucky to have such great neighbors, we couldn't have picked them better ourselves.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raf Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congrats on the purchase to the two of you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Well that's just fantastic Shelly. What a nice boat. Niagara is a beautiful region that's for sure. Thanks for sharing the pictures. Steve's a sweetheart too. It was sure nice of him to be your guide for the day. Enjoy the boat. Joey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 That's a sweet lookin ride that'll handle most fishin situations you'll find yourself wanting! Congrats and kudos to Steve! HH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 WTG Shelley, I'm really happy for you guys !! You took the time to look around for exactly what you wanted, rather than jumping at something else too soon and regretting the decision down the road later on. Smokercraft & Merc both have excellent reputaions and you should enjoy that new rig for many years to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbuck Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Sweet ride guys!! I hope it brings you many hours of fun and a whole whack of fish. I've seen an ad for that boat and if I had the dough right now I would have gone for it myself. Enjoy it! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congrats Shelley, Congrats Chuck.........looks like a great boat. Sure you two will have lots of fun time in her........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappiesteve Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Shelly@Chuck,I,m glad the looking is over for you two,I know that you guys will enjoy your new toy. As for being the guide,no problem it was my pleasure to do it,was fun too.Wait till I take you guys down the gorge for a day of fishing.wait that defeats the purpose of buying a boatLOL,but we will one day. Joey..thanks for the words Sweety Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnsled Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congrats on the new ride!!! It should do you just fine for many years to come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyb Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 You'll be glad to have the full windshield and top set, that is something that I decided was mandatory for any boat to purchase. Congrats! I am still dreaming of the day I take delivery, 274 more sleeps for me! Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BITEME Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congrats!!!!!!!!! get out there and bust its cherry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 There wont be any stopp,n ya know guys. Nice ride. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustink Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Looks like a great day...congrats on the boat!! dk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassboy Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congrats! Nice looking boat! Took us a while to find what we were looking for too. Hopefully you are as happy with yours as we are with ours!! Now all we have to do is break the curse of the bambino. Havent caught a darn thing since we got the boat (2 months ) Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioFisherman Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Nice looking boat and great pictures, been to the Falls a few times but never seen that part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbog Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congrats on your purchase. Sweet looking ride that provide you with years of enjoyment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 nice boat you all..... and nicer friend It's why he is an honorary Cajun that and he eats the same stuff we do off the side of the road. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFR Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congrats on the new boat, nice looking package. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daplumma Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Nice boat,I'm sure you will enjoy it. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motv8tr Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Hey Shelly and Chuck CONGRATULATIONS . I know how much you wanted one of your own, and how long you've looked...that's a great looking boat you got yourselves! Now I expect to read lots of reports of your expeditions . As for the whirlpool jet boat...I'd love to go for a ride one day...we'll go together Maureen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icefisherman Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Lady and Chuck, Now this is one nice boat guys. Congratulations and enjoy it. Now I know the big guy has no more excuses to come and fish the big water ;-) Cheers, Ice Fisherman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencoachdog Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congratulations you too!!! That's a beautiful boat!... and that Steve guy is a pretty good egg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonietoon Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Congratulations on the new ride Chuck and Shelly...I know you will both enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Nice boat!!!!!!! and cool pics of everything,very interesting report....cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Canadian Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Hope you enjoy your new boat. I have a 99 178 Fazer with a 150 Honda. I used to have a 115 Honda on it (long story on why I switched). You should be in the low 40's at wot with the 115. If you have any questions about the boat, I can try and answer but you made a good decision on the purchase and price appears to be fair. Good luck with the fishing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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