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Boating
is
affordable
and
there’s
a
boat
for
every
age,
lifestyle
and
budget.
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Most
people
don’t
realize
how
affordable
boating
is:
in
some
instances,
you
can
buy
a
brand
new
boat
financed
for
around
$250.00
a
month,
like
a
car.
•
Boats
provide
tax
deductible
and
cost
effective
second
homes.
Interest
on
a
boat
loan
can
be
deducted
if
the
boat
has
a
galley,
berth
and
head.
•
Visit
a
boat
show
to
see
what
boating
products
are
available
and
line
up
the
best
deals.
Average
boat
prices
in
2008
:
•
Average
price
of
a
new
boat
was
$13,035
•
Average
price
of
a
pre-owned
boat
was
$10,491
•
Average
price
of
a
new
outboard
engine
was
$10,790
•
Average
price
of
a
pre-owned
outboard
engine
was
$3,776
•
Average
price
of
a
new
outboard
boat,
motor
and
trailer
package
was
$26,085
Fuel:
•
The
typical
boater
only
operates
his
or
her
vessel
about
75
hours
a
season.
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Q.Hey
Jeremy,
I
am
all
done
snowmobiling
for
the
winter
what
do
I
have
to
do
to
summerize
my
sled?
--Stan
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A.
Hello
Stan,
What
you
need
to
do
is
the
following:
Grease
all
components
Fog
your
engine
Run
fuel
stabilizer
through
your
engine
to
stabilize
all
system
components.
Stan,
this
is
a
basic
list
of
things
to
do,
we
always
recommend
a
trained
certified
technician
to
do
any
maintenance
inspections.
Spicer's
offers
this
service
on
sale
right
now
for
$79.95
Thanks,
Jeremy
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A
Multi-Purpose
Party
Barge--SunChaser
820 |
By
Capt.
Ron
Svoboda,
Boat
Test.com
If
you’re
into
pontoon
boats
you
know
the
name
Sunchaser.
When
I
boarded
the
820,
I
was
impressed
with
what
you
get
for
the
money,
especially
since
this
820
is
the
4.0
version
which
is
geared
for
you
anglers
out
there.
Construction
and
Layout
The
boat
starts
with
an
easy
to
trailer
and
easy
to
maneuver
20
&
1/4
foot
long
by
8
foot
wide
deck
secured
to
large
diameter
tubes
for
maximum
buoyancy
and
performance.
Then,
at
each
corner
comfy,
swivel
casting
chairs
are
mounted
to
facilitate
a
family
of
happy
anglers,
each
with
their
own
space
to
work
the
water.
The
low
profile
fence
keeps
you
safe,
yet
allows
you
to
easily
land
your
catch.
I
especially
liked
the
fence’s
gates
that
allow
simple
operation
without
pinching
my
fingers
as
so
many
others
have
done
before.
More
Features
The
rest
of
the
guests
on
board
can
lounge
in
style
on
the
boats
settee’s
that
offer
comfort
and
storage
below.
There’s
even
a
livewell
on
board
located
just
forward
of
the
helm
station
on
the
starboard
side.
This
nifty
box
has
a
padded
lid
which
provides
extra
seating
and
conversation
space
for
two.
If
a
trolling
motor
is
on
your
wish
list,
that
will
not
be
a
problem
because
Sunchaser
already
thought
of
it
and
included
a
pre-wired
hook-up.
Stern
Features
Near
the
back
of
the
boat
is
a
sun
pad
perfect
for
one.
Concealed
under
the
pad
is
a
pop-up
changing
room
that
can
do
double
duty
by
simply
installing
an
optional
Porta-Potti.
Although
erecting
the
changing
compartment
was
easy,
stowing
it
proved
to
be
a
challenge
not
for
mere
mortals.
At
the
Helm
A
swivel
bucket
seat
with
armrests
and
tilt
steering
wheel
ensures
the
captain
will
be
at
ease.
While
a
large
bimini
top
shields
the
helm
station
and
the
aft
lounger
from
the
hot
sun.
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Dos
and
Don'ts
of
Boating
Safety
These
reminders
state
a
consistent
theme:
Use
common
sense
when
on
the
water.
If
you
feel
it
is
dangerous,
it
probably
is.
Accidents
result
from
a
chain
of
circumstances
or
behavior.
The
boating
does
and
don’ts
will
help
you
chart
a
course
toward
safe,
enjoyable
boating.
Remember:
Boat
Smart
from
the
Start.
The
Dos
and
Don’ts
of
Boating
Safety:
- Do
wear
a
life
jacket.
They
float,
you
don’t.
- Do
know
the
water
and
environment
you
will
be
boating
in.
- Do
keep
a
good
lookout
while
under
way.
- Do
shut
your
engines
off
when
people
are
in
the
water
near
your
boat.
- Do
observe
the
nautical
rules
of
the
road.
- Do
check
the
weather
forecast
before
getting
under
way.
- Do
keep
a
balanced
load
and
a
trim
boat.
- Don’t
overload
your
boat.
- Don’t
stand
in
a
small
boat.
- Don’t
ride
on
the
gunwale,
bow,
seat
backs,
or
any
place
not
designed
for
passengers.
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Houghton
Lake
Fishing
Report:
Walleyes
are
starting
to
pick-up
on
the
North
Shore
by
the
Cut
River
7'-8',
season
closes
March
15th
on
Pike
and
Walleye.
Big
crappies
are
starting
to
show
up
also
on
the
north
shore
Flint
Rd
area.
Bluegills
should
pick
back
up
with
the
warmer
weather
on
the
South
shore
near
Fun
Time
party
store.
Ice
depth
is
12"-15",
still
seeing
a
few
trucks
on
the
ice,
but
I
wouldn't
recommend,
stay
away
from
any
rivers,creeks
or
culverts,
let
someone
know
where
you
are
fishing
and
when
to
expect
you
back.
Be
safe!!!
Higgins
Lake
is
producing
good
numbers
of
smelt,
North
State
Park,
Big
Creek
area,
and
the
West
Shore
Access
area,
also
some
Lake
Trout
being
picked
up
with
the
smelt
as
bait
on
tip-ups.
Good
Fishing!!!
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2008
Four
Winns
180H
3.0L
Volvo,
Four
Winns
Trailer,
Stereo,
Swim
Platform,
Swim
Ladder,
Two
Tone
Gel,
Fiberglass
liner
with
snap
in
carpet
$15,988
Save
$5,500!
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2008
SmokerCraft
172
Millentia
Mercury
90hp,
trailmaster
trailer,
canpoy
top,
mooring
cover,
trolling
motor
and
fishfinder
.
Just
$19,999!
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| Spicers
has
you
covered
for
all
your
outdoor
fun
needs!
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Boat
City
4165
West
Houghton
Lake
Houghton
Lake,
MI
48629
www.spicersboatcity.com
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