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[B-Faithful]

When I measure my 2009 Chesapeake, it measures just about 8'6" behind the cabin (8'4" at the transom) and the boat doesnt extend past the fenders of the trailer.

[5th Tuition]

I saw that Bill sold his 36' boat. Is he building a new one for himself this winter?
5th (Marty)

[reds]

Originally Posted by B-Faithful

When I measure my 2009 Chesapeake, it measures just about 8'6" behind the cabin (8'4" at the transom) and the boat doesnt extend past the fenders of the trailer.

Oh. I see, So Judge's website is wrong on it's advertising?

[B-Faithful]

Reds, I cannot confirm nor deny whether the Judge site is correct as I cannot measure the beam on the entire hull due to the wheelhouse. I just cannot meaure or see where the beam exceeds 8'6".

Marty, i am not sure what Bill is going to do as of yet. The boat just sold. I am sure he will do something as he is currently boatless since he sold both his 36 Chesapeake and his 22 crabber/light tackle boat. I do know that he had ~$250k invesed in building the 36 and given the market it wouldnt surprise me if he decided to build himself a 27 Chesapeake with some interior changes that would make the boat appeal a little more to the "picnic boat" crowd given the inquiries he has had over the last year or so. We will see.. At least the 36 is gone so I dont have drool and dream about it as much

[Mikie]

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Reds, I cannot confirm nor deny whether the Judge site is correct as I cannot measure the beam on the entire hull due to the wheelhouse. I just cannot meaure or see where the beam exceeds 8'6".

Pretty easy to find out - next time you're there measure across the top of the mold at the widest point. Or, drop a plumb bob down either side of your boat to the ground and measure between the two points. I actually don't think you want to know. DOT or the State Police won't have any trouble figuring it out if they are so inclined.

[reeltor]

Winter is off to a great start

[Billj]

This has been very entertaining. Great winter stuff!!

[JigStix]

Originally Posted by Billj

This has been very entertaining. Great winter stuff!!

I'm sure you're quite proud!

[MdCrappie]

Originally Posted by B-Faithful

I just cannot meaure or see where the beam exceeds 8'6".

Ignorance of the law is not a valid excuse. Ideally since the Builders Specs of the vessel indicate you would need a permit to travel the roads in Md you should go to SHA and have them determine whether or not you need a permit.
Then if over the 102" you can pay the $500 yearly fee.......or take your chances, violate the law, and hope to not get caught more than 3 times ($140 each) and you would still be under the $500. Just the cost of doing business idea right? Kinda like the other group of fishermen you seem to always be getting on for "violations".

[JigStix]

"the ultimate trailerable boat"
Time for a new slogan? That delete thread button looking good?