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U.T.B.A.V-Drive man
12-11-2005, 07:07 AM
I see that Howard joined the deckboat trend. Every body is making deckboats. The only problem is they all look a like. Execpt mine, I have a Warlock boat with the center console. Three years ago I told Carter I wanted one of his deck boats, he said he doesn't make them any longer because the deckboat didn't go over in Southern Ca. I also told him the deckboat will be a big item in the future. (Surprise Surprise). I bought a used one. Now I have a 9 year old boat that looks like it cam out of the mold last week, of which I didn't pay $120,000 for. Thank you Carter for not making me a boat.

shadow
12-11-2005, 07:16 AM
I see that Howard joined the deckboat trend. Every body is making deckboats. The only problem is they all look a like. Execpt mine, I have a Warlock boat with the center console. Three years ago I told Carter I wanted one of his deck boats, he said he doesn't make them any longer because the deckboat didn't go over in Southern Ca. I also told him the deckboat will be a big item in the future. (Surprise Surprise). I bought a used one. Now I have a 9 year old boat that looks like it cam out of the mold last week, of which I didn't pay $120,000 for. Thank you Carter for not making me a boat.
welcome & pictures please.

U.T.B.A.V-Drive man
12-11-2005, 07:57 AM
I am not a new member. I had to regester under a new name because I can't get H B to comfrim my old password as Thunderbutt.
I can't load pic's.because they are to large. I don't know whats going on here, because I've loaded them before

shadow
12-11-2005, 08:24 AM
http://www.resize2mail.com/

bigq
12-11-2005, 08:42 AM
http://www.resize2mail.com/
LOL, they have dummy proofed (no offense) resizing pictures? :rolleyes:
And to say they all look a like I think is wrong. The howard looks nothing like a "deck boat", it has some nice sleek lines. As for the Warlock, i am not impressed with the look of the, I think it is Diablo, deck boat. Warlock builds a nice boat, but it doesn't look like Carter has a creative bone in his body. I know PlaceCraft is coming out with a 26' also that looks like it will be nice looking.

shadow
12-11-2005, 08:53 AM
IMHO,No deck boat looks as bad ass as the new 30' DCB.That boat is just beautiful, Hands down the best looking deck boat i've seen in awhile.My second would be E-ticket or Lavey.
Funny cause before i saw the new DCB,E-ticket & Lavey Where my favorite.
So many nice boats to choose from now a days,Just boils down to $$$ and how much you're willing to spend.

SDLifesaver
12-11-2005, 09:09 AM
I think some of the deck boats look similar, in fact most of them have the same bottom (All a copy of the Talon) but each company has their trademark features and workmanship. I know for a FACT that you get what you pay for. If you spend the big money, it's for a reason. QUALITY. I have learned that everyone is going to have an opinion and it may not be the same as mine but all the choices I make are for me and not because I am influenced by somebody elses choice. Be happy with what you have and let other people be happy with their choices. Don't be a hater, and don't let what somebody else spends on somthing effect your life. Everyone is not from the same economic mold and if you have a boat currently, be happy your a boater and not a wanna be boater.

shadow
12-11-2005, 09:16 AM
SDLifesaver,I might add you have a beautiful boat.You are absolutely right.
There is a difference and as you know,You pay if you want quality.
Add Howard to my top favorites. Glad i'm not in the market now,So many choices it would be tough.

bigq
12-11-2005, 09:39 AM
DCB has a deckboat?
I remember lots of folks didn't even like the E-Ticket, but apparently it has grown on many, that's innovation for you.

KLEPTOW
12-11-2005, 10:01 AM
Is that the Warlock with the Ice chest fuel cells?

OutCole'd
12-11-2005, 10:06 AM
I bought a Magic so I can be original. :D :D

KLEPTOW
12-11-2005, 10:11 AM
I see that Howard joined the deckboat trend. Every body is making deckboats. The only problem is they all look a like. Execpt mine, I have a Warlock boat with the center console. Three years ago I told Carter I wanted one of his deck boats, he said he doesn't make them any longer because the deckboat didn't go over in Southern Ca. I also told him the deckboat will be a big item in the future. (Surprise Surprise). I bought a used one. Now I have a 9 year old boat that looks like it cam out of the mold last week, of which I didn't pay $120,000 for. Thank you Carter for not making me a boat.
That Boat was ahead of it's time, based on their world class racing hull.
Do you know if that was built out of Anaheim before they moved?

JB in so cal
12-11-2005, 10:35 AM
I bought a Magic so I can be original. :D :D
I'm original too.

U.T.B.A.V-Drive man
12-11-2005, 12:29 PM
That Boat was ahead of it's time, based on their world class racing hull.
Do you know if that was built out of Anaheim before they moved?
I don't know where the hull was built. When I called Carter he did tell me he didn't know where the top deck was, he tought it was in San Deigo.http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/586Cat_3-med.JPG

Brian
12-11-2005, 02:18 PM
DCB has a deckboat?
Must be thinking of the 30 Magic instead... :wink:

Mandelon
12-11-2005, 04:31 PM
I don't know where the hull was built. When I called Carter he did tell me he didn't know where the top deck was, he tought it was in San Deigo.http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/586Cat_3.JPG
Bigger

TPI
12-11-2005, 04:46 PM
I think some of the deck boats look similar, in fact most of them have the same bottom (All a copy of the Talon) but each company has their trademark features and workmanship. I know for a FACT that you get what you pay for. If you spend the big money, it's for a reason. QUALITY. I have learned that everyone is going to have an opinion and it may not be the same as mine but all the choices I make are for me and not because I am influenced by somebody elses choice. Be happy with what you have and let other people be happy with their choices. Don't be a hater, and don't let what somebody else spends on somthing effect your life. Everyone is not from the same economic mold and if you have a boat currently, be happy your a boater and not a wanna be boater.
IMHO,
This could be one of the best paragraphs I have read on these forums in 3 years. Only a fireman could come up with such a politically correct opinion, but it is right on the money I think. Pretty hard to offend anyone with that. The whole deckboat craze has been fun to watch,,,,,,,,,,,,,I wonder what is left............A 42 SKATER DECKBOAT!!!!!!!!!!???????????HMMMMMMM???????
Now that would be a VIP Party!

Keith E. Sayre
12-12-2005, 10:43 AM
Must have been one of those super cool sales guys that got you hooked
up on that Warlock boat! The pix look great. Hope that all is well with you.
Hope that you like the boat too!
Keith Sayre
Conquest Boats
928-680-1400

dicudmore
12-12-2005, 10:46 AM
Must have been one of those super cool sales guys that got you hooked
up on that Warlock boat! The pix look great. Hope that all is well with you.
Hope that you like the boat too!
Keith Sayre
Conquest Boats
928-680-1400
hey I know a pretty cool guy that sells deck boats :cool:
did you get the pics of my Shadow I emailed ya?

Hardly Satisfied
12-12-2005, 11:00 AM
very nice looking boat

Keith E. Sayre
12-12-2005, 12:20 PM
Dicudmore: Yes I did, looks cool. Who does that belong to?
They have a great gelcoater over there at Ultra. Super clean
work. One of the best.
Keith Sayre
Conquest Boats
928-680-1400

INSman
12-12-2005, 12:30 PM
IMHO,No deck boat looks as bad ass as the new 30' DCB.That boat is just beautiful, Hands down the best looking deck boat i've seen in awhile.My second would be E-ticket or Lavey.
Funny cause before i saw the new DCB,E-ticket & Lavey Where my favorite.
So many nice boats to choose from now a days,Just boils down to $$$ and how much you're willing to spend.
The DCB will undoubtedly be one of the nicest deckboats around with the proven 29' bottom, but that is A TON of $$$$$ to spend on a deck boat. I think the E-ticket is great, the new Howard is very nice and I personally really like the looks of the Cobra Python, although the company reputation could use a "makeover".
The great thing is that we have MANY choices and to each their own !!!

NOTALENT
12-12-2005, 01:08 PM
Cool deal...but as to they all look alike statement.....Have you seen the E-Ticket or Trident....??? :crossx:

dr. margarita
12-12-2005, 03:37 PM
hey I know a pretty cool guy that sells deck boats :cool:
did you get the pics of my Shadow I emailed ya?
Slightly off the thread here, but Dan's avatar deserves a comment doesn't it boys?!!!!!
As far as deckboats go...they are all pretty bitchen machines and after a few river cocktails, who really cares??
You Magic deckboat owners are too hard on yourselves. Yes there's alot of them out there but there's a reason for that. Good boat!!!! Beautiful boat!!!
Looking forward to seeing the DCB.

U.T.B.A.V-Drive man
12-13-2005, 08:51 AM
Must have been one of those super cool sales guys that got you hooked
up on that Warlock boat! The pix look great. Hope that all is well with you.
Hope that you like the boat too!
Keith Sayre
Conquest Boats
928-680-1400
Yes Keith it was. With the sales approch that you have, you will alwayes be on top. Are you a partner in Conquest? If not you should be, and if your not when are you going to build your own boats. If your ever at LOTO I have a guest house you can use. Thanks again. Jim

Phat Matt
12-15-2005, 06:42 PM
I think mine looks different.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1524DSC00196_2_.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1524DSC01532.JPG
http://www.eticketboats.com/Luxury_Cat/2005_gallery3/images/2005_12.jpg
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1524DSC01152.JPG

red rocker fan
12-15-2005, 06:48 PM
Pretty fly ride you got their. Dig the style an lines.

nodigg
12-15-2005, 06:48 PM
I don't know where the hull was built. When I called Carter he did tell me he didn't know where the top deck was, he tought it was in San Deigo.http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/586Cat_3-med.JPG
THAT is a cool deckboat, I have admired some like that in the channel.

Phat Matt
12-15-2005, 06:50 PM
Don't get me wrong, this thing looks bad ass, but what exactly makes it a deck boat? It looks more like an open bow cat. Only 4 people can sit in the cockpit area.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3830sportdeck.jpg

Phat Matt
12-15-2005, 06:52 PM
Pretty fly ride you got their. Dig the style an lines.
Thanks neighbor. :)

nodigg
12-15-2005, 06:55 PM
Like Matt says, the DCB is WAY cool but I think its more of a cross-over between open bow and eck....I LIKE IT! And you know how I luv my Cheeter!

nodigg
12-15-2005, 06:57 PM
Don't get me wrong, this thing looks bad ass, but what exactly makes it a deck boat? It looks more like an open bow cat. Only 4 people can sit in the cockpit area.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3830sportdeck.jpg
There's no room for the passed out guy up front on the floor! :cry:

Phat Matt
12-15-2005, 07:00 PM
There's no room for the passed out guy up front on the floor! :cry:
You can pass out on mine anytime. Again. :D

nodigg
12-15-2005, 07:01 PM
You can pass out on mine anytime. Again. :D
I'm already lookin' forward to the day!

U.T.B.A.V-Drive man
12-17-2005, 08:54 AM
There is one thing I don't like about the Warlock and that is the motor cover. Too work on the motor you have to remove the seat and the hatch. If you tilt the seat forward you can see the motor and perform some tasks like check the oil
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/586Cat_4-thumb.JPG

U.T.B.A.V-Drive man
12-17-2005, 08:58 AM
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/586Cat_4.JPG
Better pic.

red rocker fan
12-19-2005, 08:11 PM
22' placecraft deck Just went on test ride today.

Not So Fast
12-20-2005, 09:01 AM
Slightly off the thread here, but Dan's avatar deserves a comment doesn't it boys?!!!!!
As far as deckboats go...they are all pretty bitchen machines and after a few river cocktails, who really cares??
You Magic deckboat owners are too hard on yourselves. Yes there's alot of them out there but there's a reason for that. Good boat!!!! Beautiful boat!!!
Looking forward to seeing the DCB.
WELL SAID DR. M :cool: The good thing is there is a boat for everyone out there, take your pick and let your wallet be the judge. I love my boat period! Could Magic build a better boat, ABSOLUTLEY, but who couldn't? Its all about the ball bearings.
GOD, IS IT GREAT TO SEE SOME POSTS ABOUT BOATING ON HERE OR WHAT :D NSF

PUMP 'HER'
12-25-2005, 09:07 AM
22' placecraft deck Just went on test ride today.
So tell us about it. Whatcha think?