Pet Peeve

[smsunman1]

What is your biggest pet peeve in your boat. I have found that flip flops laying about to be aggravating as anything. I have came pretty close to throwing a few pair overboard. Everyone thinks I'm nuts, about how particular I am the neatness of the floor. I fixed that
problem a couple of weeks ago, instead of saying something or doing the work myself, I let everything go. I was in the water on deck, I was funny watching everybody fumble about. When I was finished with my session the boat was tidy and my fiancee' was already coiling the rope before I was on the platform. It was great!

[Flatwaterfooter]

General disrespect. Anything from hitting the side of the boat with a ski to not helping out with some gas money

[ski_king]

People stepping on the side (gunnels) or on the seat when getting in the boat with shoes that just walked across a sandy/rocky beach.

I try to tie up on the drivers side to eliminate the temptation of stepping on the seat. I also make a point to leave all shoes behind on the dock, but sometimes guests just don't get it. :mad:

[smsunman1]

is there any nice way to hint at the suggestion of no shoes alowed

[Flatwaterfooter]

No reason to hint. I flat out tell people take your shoes off and dip your feet in the water I want to keep all sand and dirt out of the boat taht I can. 95% of the people listen.

Most of the sand that ends up in the boat is from the kids. You think you get all the sand off of them, but it falls out of everywhere on them.

[juju151]

Last week we drove the boat over to the marina to get a bite to eat. I parked it in a slip and we went up to get a table. After being there for about 30 minutes, I decided that I'd better take a look and make sure the boat was ok since I couldn't see it from our table...and I had my video camera and digital camera in the boat as well, so I wanted to make sure no one was lingering around it, looking for something to steal.

So I get up and walk over to get a view of the boat and there's 3 or 4 kids climbing all over the back of it and jumping off of my swim platform. I just about lost it!!! And the parents of the kids were sitting on a picnic table in front of the slips, just letting them do it!!!

I just don't understand people anymore! What were these people thinking??? Just letting their kids climb and jump around on someone elses boat??? I went down there and yelled at the kids to get their A$$e$ off of my boat, and to stay away from it. I turned around and gave the parents a "look" and they just sat there and never said anything. I couldn't believe it!

No Respect!!! :mad:

[Leroy]

Jumping inside quickly and watching the water drain into the carpet! Good thread to bring out the OCD's!

[smsunman1]

Should Have Beat The Tar Out Of Them. Bust Them Like They Were In Walmart.

[jsonova99]

People stepping on the side (gunnels) or on the seat when getting in the boat with shoes that just walked across a sandy/rocky beach.

I try to tie up on the drivers side to eliminate the temptation of stepping on the seat. I also make a point to leave all shoes behind on the dock, but sometimes guests just don't get it. :mad:

This is mine, drives me crazy :rant:

[smsunman1]

what are OCD's

[smsunman1]

I guess were all nuts.

[bcampbe7]

what are OCD's

Obsessive Compulsive Disorders

Mine are, in no particular order:
-Shoes off, before getting into the boat.
-No chocolate in the boat.
-Sit down while boat is moving
-Don't play radio loud when picking up a skier or starting to pull skier
-Spotter needs to pay attention to skier at all times, no jibber jabbering
-Everyone gets a turn

I'm sure I can think of more...

[Leroy]

We have it in our house, obsessive compulsive disorder (wife), I'm just mostly massive disorder! :cool:

[Maristar210]

What is your biggest pet peeve in your boat. I have found that flip flops laying about to be aggravating as anything. I have came pretty close to throwing a few pair overboard. Everyone thinks I'm nuts, about how particular I am the neatness of the floor. I fixed that
problem a couple of weeks ago, instead of saying something or doing the work myself, I let everything go. I was in the water on deck, I was funny watching everybody fumble about. When I was finished with my session the boat was tidy and my fiancee' was already coiling the rope before I was on the platform. It was great!


LMFAO

My wife says I am the only one who hates shoes laying in the bottom of the boat. HAAAAH there is more than one person who wants to throw the damn things overboard when I trip/step on them. I am showing her this thread tonight.

Pet peeve.

The drivers seat rubs and squeeks against the side wall. Pretty small stuff though.

Steve

[Maristar210]

I guess were all nuts.

Nah!!

It's the rest of em that are nuts. Right?

Who said that?

Steve

[Davo]

In no particular order:

-Fins raked accross the vinyl
-Shoes stepping on the seats
-Careless gear slinging
-Food dropped on the carpet
-Rope tossed and tangled

I can handle a little dirt, but check the shoes for muck before you get in and if it's obvious you got the boat dirty - at least make an effort to wipe it up.

That is all...for now. :)

[captkidd]

I think I have to agree with wearing sandy/dirty shoes into the boat as being my #1 pet peeve. Last year some friends of my wife came along with us, and both adults and the two kids all walked across the wet sandy beach and onto the dock, and started to get in the boat with their shoes on. I looked at my wife and she quickly recognized my irritation, so she asked them (since they were more her friends) to take their shoes off. I usually come across as being the anal one because I'm the one who always has to say something about people making a mess in the boat, but then again, I'm the one who has to clean it up.

My experience has been that most people (who don't own one) tend to think of a boat as a utility vehicle of some sort, and that it's o.k. to wear dirty shoes in it, eat anything (no matter how messy) in it, and to get in and allow your life jacket and swim suit to drain into the floor. I certainly want everyone that goes with us to have fun, but not at the expense of my boat, and not at the expense of me spending hours cleaning it afterwards.

[shepherd]

My pet peeve:
People who are so anal about their boats that they are too uptight to just enjoy it and allow their passengers/guests/children have a good time too. One reason I prefer to go out on my own boat.

No offense... :o I think everyone on this Team Talk is great... but c'mon, water on your carpet???? That's what bilge pumps are for. :cool:

But I guess that's what this thread is asking for... (Just my 2 cents, sorry)

[east tx skier]

Sort of gets back to the old "rules" thread.

1. No shoes in the boats.
2. No stepping on the seats (this is why the back seat doesn't get put in much).
3. No eating in the boat. I've tried to get crushed cheetos out of the carpet once. If you want to eat, go sit on the back with the food over the platform. The view is better there anyway.
4. Drinks are permitted in the boat, but spilling them is not. A friend of mine laughed at this one for about 5 minutes then proceeded to spill beer all over the carpet. He spent the rest of the day apologizing. That story always makes me laugh.
5. If you leave me to clean up, wipe down, and put the cover on, I will talk trash about you to those that do stay.

[Granite_33]

So I get up and walk over to get a view of the boat and there's 3 or 4 kids climbing all over the back of it and jumping off of my swim platform. I just about lost it!!! And the parents of the kids were sitting on a picnic table in front of the slips, just letting them do it!!!

I just don't understand people anymore! What were these people thinking??? Just letting their kids climb and jump around on someone elses boat??? I went down there and yelled at the kids to get their A$$e$ off of my boat, and to stay away from it. I turned around and gave the parents a "look" and they just sat there and never said anything. I couldn't believe it!

No Respect!!! :mad:
Big, Big Shame on the parents for not having the judgement to keep their kids away from your boat. Kids are kids and need direction from responsible adults who know better. Slap the parents....I would be stunned if they actually even owned a boat. :mad:

[Granite_33]

My pet peeve:

No offense... :o I think everyone on this Team Talk is great... but c'mon, water on your carpet???? That's what bilge pumps are for. :cool:

But I guess that's what this thread is asking for... (Just my 2 cents, sorry)
We lay a towel on the floor of the boat right in front of the back seat, where everyone steps in. It does a great job soaking up the water and keeping it off of the carpet. Anything to keep the wear and tear to a minimum...... :D

[parks_jr_55]

My 2 brothers and I (main operators of the boat) are pretty strict about the boat.

1. No shoes
2. No drinks except for water
3. No food

Might seem a little uptight but there is no need for food, drinks, and shoes when we are on a 200 acre private lake and all that stuff is back at the house/dock.

I guess this is also why everyone thinks that our 99 190 is brand new. That is those who arn't familiar with the new MasterCraft styles.

[Leroy]

Sorry, not much dirt around us, launch from dock and never beach, so I have to get going with water in the carpet. In the past have had mold problems on the seats so like to keep seats and carpet dry if possible. Carpet looks like a black lab anyway so you would think it would shed water by now!:o


We can all have our own little OCD! :D

[USC8791]

I'm with all of you; no shoes in my boat, and you better let the water drain off of you before you get back in after skiing!

[shepherd]

Mold can be a problem. After using my boat, I usually prop up the seat cushions and leave the cover off the boat overnight so it can dry out. I also clean it (wash, vac) fairly regularly, so I don't worry too much about crumbs or spills. :rolleyes:

But then again, if my boat was brand new or like new condition, I'd probably be more particular (like a certain car I own) like you guys. I'm sure your boats are a lot nicer/cleaner than mine! Mine is just a tool... (Sacrilege!!!! :eek: ) for pulling me through the course.

[Davo]

It's not like you can keep the carpet totally dry (well, maybe some of you can :worthy: ) and I don't expect newbies to do this, but it is nice to let most of the water drain from your shorts/vest/wetsuit/boots before getting in the boat.

In general, I'll cut the non-regulars some slack...just a pinch though. ;)

[Footin]

It is difficult to keep the boat dry....After a day of skiing or familty boating mine gets pretty wet inside.
When I get home I prop up all the cushions. To speed up the drying process I have a celing fan mounted in my garage above the boat, just flip the switch and it dries pretty quick.

[Brn85ss]

No shoes in the boat and not pulling the rope in.Oh and I hate food in the boat but can't really say no about that.

[P-Rod]

General disrespect. Anything from hitting the side of the boat with a ski to not helping out with some gas money

I'm with you Flatwater footer. It bothers me when your nice enough to invite people to spend the day with you and they in turn show complete disrespect for your things.

On vacation last summer my wife invited her sister and her significant other to ski with us. They laid there like a dead fish and never raised a hand to help, didn't offer to pay gas and didn't offer to help clean the boat at the end of the day. The worst part was when my sister in-laws boyfriend decided to put on his wakeboard and then proceed to jump off of the platform backwards and allowed his board to hit the back of the boat and left me with several scratches in my gel coat. I gave my wife the "Look of Death" as I didn't pay $50K for a boat to have some simpleton destroy it. Needless to say, This was the last time that I have invited them to join us.

[X2M]

My biggest pet peeve on the boat is other people not watching their kids. We take friends and their kids out with us from time to time. Before we launch I always explain the rules on our boat.

"Kids Rules"
1.Life jacket stays on from the time the boat launches until the boat comes out of the water.
2.No standing or moving while the boat is motion.
3.No whinning.
4.If you drop something on the carpet pick it up.

We were out the other day with a friend and his 2 boys. Told them the same thing. They didn't listen well and Dad ignored them. :( At one point while I was wakeboarding I see one of them leaning way over the side to "feel" the water. And then I see my husband grab his foot as he is going over the side. Dad is still isn't paying any attention to them.

Thankfully not all are like this. Only about 1 or 2 times a year do we have this problem. The rest are great. :)

[Granite_33]

We launch from our boat lift, so mainly it has to do with people getting in and out of the boat.

-Don't grab the windshield.
-Take off your shoes. (that ones for my father in law who likes to wear his tennis shoes in the boat.....I make it a point to stare at him while taking off my own shoes) :D
-No food. (No need for food, we're at a lakehouse for god sake with all the food you ever want to eat....before or after we go out.)
-And yes, No jumping out of the water, directly into the boat soaking wet.

Thank you to the friends and relatives who fill me with so many pet peeve ideas.......but like so many have said......if you don't own it you don't appreciate it.

"No one washes a rented car"

[maristarman]

My pet peeve:
People who are so anal about their boats that they are too uptight to just enjoy it and allow their passengers/guests/children have a good time too. One reason I prefer to go out on my own boat.

No offense... :o I think everyone on this Team Talk is great... but c'mon, water on your carpet???? That's what bilge pumps are for. :cool:

But I guess that's what this thread is asking for... (Just my 2 cents, sorry)

I'm with you Shepherd.

I bought a boat, not a floating museum.

But as the saying goes "To each his own."

You gotta remember the audience on this board.

There are competitive skiers and wakeboarders. And there are recreational boaters.

After a day out on the boat with us I want people to remember the fun and relaxing time they had :D , not that every time they turned around it seemed like they were doing something wrong. :eek:

I've read posts on this board that imply that pulling a tube behind a mastercraft is the 8th deadly sin.

As someone with 3 kids and someone who takes folks out boating for their first time, I have no problem pulling them on a tube behind my mastercraft (but I never get within 100 yds of anyone pulling a skier or boarder).

As long as we Mastercraft owners continue to exemplify safe, responsible, and fun seamanship, it's all good.

My pet peeve is the idiotic boat driver out there who is endangering the safety of others.

[maristarman]

-Take off your shoes. (that ones for my father in law who likes to wear his tennis shoes in the boat.....I make it a point to stare at him while taking off my own shoes) :D


"No one washes a rented car"


Dude, some people have really nasty feet.

Maybe your father in law is doing you and everyone else in the boat a favor by leaving their shoes ON 8p

[rick s.]

cheetos, orange soda, and dirty feet drive me up the wall....

[Granite_33]

Dude, some people have really nasty feet.

Maybe your father in law is doing you and everyone else in the boat a favor by leaving their shoes ON 8p
Now that is an angle I never thought of!!

Keep your shoes on and keep your toejam off my vinyl........!! :uglyhamme

[WilliamsFamLV]

I'm with you Shepherd.

I bought a boat, not a floating museum.

But as the saying goes "To each his own."

You gotta remember the audience on this board.

There are competitive skiers and wakeboarders. And there are recreational boaters.

After a day out on the boat with us I want people to remember the fun and relaxing time they had :D , not that every time they turned around it seemed like they were doing something wrong. :eek:

I've read posts on this board that imply that pulling a tube behind a mastercraft is the 8th deadly sin.

As someone with 3 kids and someone who takes folks out boating for their first time, I have no problem pulling them on a tube behind my mastercraft (but I never get within 100 yds of anyone pulling a skier or boarder).

As long as we Mastercraft owners continue to exemplify safe, responsible, and fun seamanship, it's all good.

My pet peeve is the idiotic boat driver out there who is endangering the safety of others.

Here here,

My '90 Maristar is not in mint condition so I do not fuss over too much.
However, after installing my new teak platform I took a gang of kids (mine included) out to wakeboard. When I got the boat out of the water lo-and-behold scratches all over my new deck!!! I think they will be putting their boards on in the water!!! :rant:

[east tx skier]

The platform is the only part of my boat I'm not too worried about getting some scratches on it. A few coats of oil and it's good as new. I'd rather have people put their skis on on the platform than with them hanging off, kicking the hull.

I don't equate doing a few simple things to keep a boat clean to a floating museum though. Getting into someone's carpeted boat with muddy shoes is just as inconsiderate as tracking up his through his living room in my opinion. Just not something I'd do, nor is it something on which my good time on the water depends.

Some people in my family are a little more lax with the rules in their boats than I am in mine. It definitely shows. And even though they don't have a problem with shoes in their boat, I still take mine off.

[WilliamsFamLV]

Scratches are not the problem, more like it was on the boat less than 24 hours before this happened. Did not even have time to take pics. Oh well.

[JDRCREW8]

I agree with Maristarman. I know that when a boat gets used it get dirty and especially wet. There should be some common courtesy though. You rarely see people leave an ocean beach and climb straight into their car without getting the sand off their feet. Why should a boat be any different.

I launch at public ramps whenever we go out. One of my biggest, besides the obvious of people who apparently have never pulled a boat trailer before trying to back and launch, is the people who are driving around just to go see the water. Park in the car parking area and get out of your car you lazy jackass! It is hard enough to maneuver a trailer around without idiots down there sightseeing.

These are the same people who think that it is OK to park in trailer parking spots. Why the sheriff doesn't give parking tickets for that I will never know! Over the fourth we had to park two trailers a quarter-mile down the road while there were at least two trailer parking spots that had cars parked two-deep in them. It was frustrating at best.

[RackAtak]

:toast: The random sampling of pet peeves outlined above just proves how much we are all alike when it comes to our boats. They may be different years and models from showroom fresh to slightly used but one thing is certain...we all take great pride in owning a Mastercraft and the "niiiice boat" comments at the ramp don't hurt either :cool:

[Jim]

1)Sand in the boat.

2)Standing on the back panels/engine cover with a dripping/soaked vest. Especially after you have just given them the best pull of the trip.

3)That famous swirl mark from the foot on the trailer fender as they twist to get in to check out your ride.

[USC8791]

I've read posts on this board that imply that pulling a tube behind a mastercraft is the 8th deadly sin.



I thought it was higher on the list.

[JDK]

My pet peeve:
People who are so anal about their boats that they are too uptight to just enjoy it and allow their passengers/guests/children have a good time too. One reason I prefer to go out on my own boat.

No offense... :o I think everyone on this Team Talk is great... but c'mon, water on your carpet???? That's what bilge pumps are for. :cool:

But I guess that's what this thread is asking for... (Just my 2 cents, sorry)

Well Spoken!
What fun is boating without a load of pop, junk food, kids of all ages swimming off the platform spashing around etc.?

[Mag_Red]

Well Spoken!
What fun is boating without a load of pop, junk food, kids of all ages swimming off the platform spashing around etc.? I agree..it's like the Corvette guys I knew that wouldn't take em out in the rain........ :rant: For God's sake it's a fiberglass body! As for me........take off dirty shoes and dip em in the water before getting on. But as much as I dislike flip flops all over the boat, you never know when you are going to tie up to some dock and get off the boat. Those wooden docks are hell on the feet. Only other pet peeve is if I'm coming in to a dock, get the damned fenders on and keep you hands ready to catch the dock or the houseboat. :wavey:

[wakescene]

From what I gather most of boating here is done in fresh water, so getting huge amounts of water in the boat would NEVER bother me. Problem is I boat in salt water, therefore have a completely different view on this. I have intentionally added a fresh water holding tank to my boat that allows riders or swimmers to rinse off the salt water before getting in the boat. It is by far the coolest feature and everyone is blown away with it. It also helps those not riding to cool off on the really hot days.

[Andyg]

On my 97 PS190 someone spilled a entire cup of summer hummer under the rear seat and neglegted to tell me. Two weeks later all the carpet under the seat was solid black mold. In an attempt to still allow the consumption of adult beverages I now require everyone to use "sippy" cups. I keep at least 6 on the boat and wash them after every use. But for me the shoes/flip flops drives me nuts. Why do you need shoes in a boat? Next would have to be the attempts to bring backpacks abord. I tell them I have clean towels and sunscreen if you need something else besides that let me know I will tell you if I have room for it.

[east tx skier]

My pet peeve:
People who are so anal about their boats that they are too uptight to just enjoy it and allow their passengers/guests/children have a good time too. One reason I prefer to go out on my own boat.

No offense... :o I think everyone on this Team Talk is great... but c'mon, water on your carpet???? That's what bilge pumps are for. :cool:

But I guess that's what this thread is asking for... (Just my 2 cents, sorry)


Well Spoken!
What fun is boating without a load of pop, junk food, kids of all ages swimming off the platform spashing around etc.?

No offense taken, but to a certain extent, I disagree.

It's just boils down to preference and what kind of enjoyment you're looking to get out of the boat. Obviously, there is a point of being so anal that nobody including the anal boat owner can possibly have fun.

But for me and my family, it's never been about food, it's never been about drinks, it's never been about swimming. If it had been, we'd have kept our I/O. It's a tournament ski boat. For us, it's about skiing. The rest of that stuff can be accomplished at the dock or on a pontoon boat.

So a no food no shoes in the boat policy really doesn't take away from the fun factor for us. Just dip your shoes in the water and put them in the side storage area in case we stop somewhere. And until someone else can claim to have had to removed crushed cheetos from the carpet, you can't fully understand.

Drinks are allowed. Spilling drinks is not. The caveat is just a reminder to be careful and not leave the half-full coke cans on the floor. We're going from zero to skiing pretty fast and they aren't going to stay put there.

For the record, the dripping on the carpet and seats doesn't really bother me. It's just water and it isn't one of those things that can be avoided.

[shepherd]

I'm glad others out there agree with me, thanks. :toast: As for getting in your boat with muddy shoes, that is just plain discourtesy or ignorance. I guess I've been lucky.. the few people I've had on my boat were pretty cool, so I gues I'm "peeve-less". :dance:

The only things that really bother me happen OUTSIDE my boat -- like jet skiers running through the course and people blocking the boat ramp. But I assume most of them are just ignorant and not intentionally being d#%$cks.

[Bongo]

... One of my biggest, besides the obvious of people who apparently have never pulled a boat trailer before trying to back and launch, is the people who are driving around just to go see the water. Park in the car parking area and get out of your car you lazy jackass! It is hard enough to maneuver a trailer around without idiots down there sightseeing.

...


Arrrgggghhhhh. Last night after skiing, my wife drove me to the boat launch dock so I could get the trailer. One grandfather and his grandson fishing on the dock - which is obviously only there for loading / unloading. One couple in their car pulled nose forward onto the boat ramp. As we pull up, I'm thinking: Can't you guys see the purpose for this dock and ramp? After some hesitation, my wife pulls up and drops me off. The pair on the dock and the car on the ramp both clear out pretty fast. So, in the end, it didn't delay me much.

So...
Slow people at the ramp are my pet peeve. Especially waiting in line behind someone who sits in line watching others unload. Then when it becomes their time and they back close to the water, they've got to pull everything from their vehicle into the boat. Hey dufus, what were you doing the past 5 minutes?

I don't mind obvious newbies, who struggle with backing the trailer and loading the boat; we all had to learn at one time. I do, however, mind those who take their sweet old time at the ramp when others are waiting.


My boat is an '89 in decent, though not stellar shape. Plus I've got 4 and 7 year old daughters. So sand, food and drink don't bother me. However, keep the floor picked up. Help me out with the rope, life jackets, skis, etc.

Bongo

[wakescene]

And until someone else can claim to have had to removed crushed cheetos from the carpet, you can't fully understand.

I DO...It's my wifes favorite snack! :popcorn:

[captkidd]

Just a casual observation: it seems that most of you who do not share our OCD peeves are all fairly new on this site. Stick around awhile and we'll have you converted to our way of thinking. ;)

Just kidding; welcome aboard.

My boat certainly isn't a museum either, but neither is my house, and I don't expect guests to come in and spill food and drinks all over the carpet and then just leave it there, assuming that "since it's a boat it'll probably just clean itself". I allow food and drinks on my boat; we don't have a lake house that we can use for eating, so we have to take everything with us that we'll need for the day. I try to be just as nice as I can to people that go to the lake with us, and if I have to point out a problem, I try to do it as politely as possible. If that doesn't work, I just don't ask them again.

I can't afford to buy a new boat every couple of years, so I'm just trying to take the best care of this one that I possibly can. I bought it new, it's 11 years old, and I'll park it beside any 2-3 year old boat around; it's not perfect but I'm learning to deal with that :).

Everyone has a right to maintain or neglect their boat as they choose, so I certainly don't want to force my OCD-ness on anyone else.

I forgot to mention the girl that brought her clothes bag with her dry clothes and hair dryer on board once (I pointed out that they might get wet in the boat, so she decided to leave them in the car). I also had a friend who brought his wetsuit on board one time, with the wooden hanger still in it (not sure where he planned to hang it?). I jokingly threw the hanger in the water, thinking it would float. It didn't, so I bought him another one.

[André]

... I jokingly threw the hanger in the water, thinking it would float. It didn't, so I bought him another one.
:uglyhamme
Funny post Capt!

[BriEOD]

Arrrgggghhhhh. Last night after skiing, my wife drove me to the boat launch dock so I could get the trailer. One grandfather and his grandson fishing on the dock - which is obviously only there for loading / unloading. One couple in their car pulled nose forward onto the boat ramp. As we pull up, I'm thinking: Can't you guys see the purpose for this dock and ramp? After some hesitation, my wife pulls up and drops me off. The pair on the dock and the car on the ramp both clear out pretty fast. So, in the end, it didn't delay me much.

So...
Slow people at the ramp are my pet peeve. Especially waiting in line behind someone who sits in line watching others unload. Then when it becomes their time and they back close to the water, they've got to pull everything from their vehicle into the boat. Hey dufus, what were you doing the past 5 minutes?

I don't mind obvious newbies, who struggle with backing the trailer and loading the boat; we all had to learn at one time. I do, however, mind those who take their sweet old time at the ramp when others are waiting.


My boat is an '89 in decent, though not stellar shape. Plus I've got 4 and 7 year old daughters. So sand, food and drink don't bother me. However, keep the floor picked up. Help me out with the rope, life jackets, skis, etc.

Bongo

I'm with you man I have no tolerance for idiots. The ramp we go to is an very wide 2 vehicle ramp. Plus their are plenty of docks to tie to. Of course though Bubba and his bass boat or Joe Cool and his jet skis have to pull right down the middle of the ramp or block the ramp by holding onto the dock right next to the ramp. When it comes to this I have little patience. My wife hates it but, if there is room, even a little bit, I will back down right next to them and just stare. We're usually on and off before they are anyway. This just makes me boil though.

[bcampbe7]

I'm with you man I have no tolerance for idiots. The ramp we go to is an very wide 2 vehicle ramp. Plus their are plenty of docks to tie to. Of course though Bubba and his bass boat or Joe Cool and his jet skis have to pull right down the middle of the ramp or block the ramp by holding onto the dock right next to the ramp. When it comes to this I have little patience. My wife hates it but, if there is room, even a little bit, I will back down right next to them and just stare. We're usually on and off before they are anyway. This just makes me boil though.



I hate that too. Just last weekend we had the drunk lady trying to load the boat on the trailer for the first time while her husband and friends stood around laughing at her scene. Yeah, everyone needs to learn to load the boat, but being drunk and having a storm coming is not the time to learn.

And whats with the j@34@sses on the SeaDoos that like to turn doughnuts right at the ramp?!? I have been using a ramp that does not have a no wake zone but is nicely secluded at the end of a cove. 99% of the time the water is very calm. The 1% it isn't is because of the putz tearing around on a SeaDoo.

[RobertT]

I have a pontoon boat on the other side of the dock, which is by the house...so I already have a no food rule. The mastercraft is for going fast and having fun...so no food. My 3 year old is having a real hard time with this one...she is used to bringing chips everywhere. It would be different if we were not always within 10 minutes of our fridge.

I always keep a 2 gallon cooler of icewater on the boat...and other than that its pretty much beer. Cans and bottles are allowed on the floor, I am not too bad about it.

I have only had my mastercraft a month or so, and already here is what KILLS me:

1. Shoes...thats the obvious one. I am looking for a "naked feet only" sticker that may also protect the side of the boat. Any ideas where I can get one?

2. wakeboard or ski fins on the vinyl. Come on, how obvious is that!

3. Having to constantly get out of the drivers seat to do everything while everyone watches in awe of me putting the flippin rope properly on the pylon or tower. It drives me nuts...the same guy will watch me climb out of the drivers seat, take 5' off, and put it back on properly with a hitch while he has the same stupid look on his face. Why cant he just ask...one flibbin time..."show me how to do that so I can help next time". Grrrrr it does not take a genius.

4. People that come over and spend all day on the boat, but then get in a huge hurry when its time to get back in and clean up. I know its legit, they needed to leave at 3:00 and we were having so much fun we pushed the time a little but still, a little courtesy would be nice next time by helping me clean up a little.

5. Pulling boards/skis over the side of the boat. There is no reason for that....use the dang platform...thats what its there for.

6. The complete state of ignorant bliss that is apparent on everyone's face as we pull up to a dock or my lift on a holiday weekend. No bumpers, no ropes, no arms out to help....grrrrr. As I pull up to a dock in 3' chop, and look around at all my regular passengers, they all have this glazed over look and stupid smile. Its like being around a fixed object in a boat mesmerizes them into a state of stupidity.

7. Number one pet peeve....Everyone comes over to go out behind the boat....I have skis, slalom skis, wakeboards in every size, wakeskates, airchairs, you name it....and they always ask for the same thing.... "can you take us tubing?". I say "tubing is for wankers, lets get you up on skis or a wakeboard you will love it"....then..."come on, everyone loves to tube". And so it begins....


Other than that im good:)

[RobertT]

Oh yea, I also just love the 300lb guy that just insists on sitting in the very front of the boat facing back in chop that doesn't mind getting wet....that's always fun....adds a whole new driving element.

[Maristar210]

I have a pontoon boat on the other side of the dock, which is by the house...so I already have a no food rule. The mastercraft is for going fast and having fun...so no food. My 3 year old is having a real hard time with this one...she is used to bringing chips everywhere. It would be different if we were not always within 10 minutes of our fridge.

I always keep a 2 gallon cooler of icewater on the boat...and other than that its pretty much beer. Cans and bottles are allowed on the floor, I am not too bad about it.

I have only had my mastercraft a month or so, and already here is what KILLS me:

1. Shoes...thats the obvious one. I am looking for a "naked feet only" sticker that may also protect the side of the boat. Any ideas where I can get one?

2. wakeboard or ski fins on the vinyl. Come on, how obvious is that!

3. Having to constantly get out of the drivers seat to do everything while everyone watches in awe of me putting the flippin rope properly on the pylon or tower. It drives me nuts...the same guy will watch me climb out of the drivers seat, take 5' off, and put it back on properly with a hitch while he has the same stupid look on his face. Why cant he just ask...one flibbin time..."show me how to do that so I can help next time". Grrrrr it does not take a genius.

4. People that come over and spend all day on the boat, but then get in a huge hurry when its time to get back in and clean up. I know its legit, they needed to leave at 3:00 and we were having so much fun we pushed the time a little but still, a little courtesy would be nice next time by helping me clean up a little.

5. Pulling boards/skis over the side of the boat. There is no reason for that....use the dang platform...thats what its there for.

6. The complete state of ignorant bliss that is apparent on everyone's face as we pull up to a dock or my lift on a holiday weekend. No bumpers, no ropes, no arms out to help....grrrrr. As I pull up to a dock in 3' chop, and look around at all my regular passengers, they all have this glazed over look and stupid smile. Its like being around a fixed object in a boat mesmerizes them into a state of stupidity.

7. Number one pet peeve....Everyone comes over to go out behind the boat....I have skis, slalom skis, wakeboards in every size, wakeskates, airchairs, you name it....and they always ask for the same thing.... "can you take us tubing?". I say "tubing is for wankers, lets get you up on skis or a wakeboard you will love it"....then..."come on, everyone loves to tube". And so it begins....


Other than that im good:)

Whew. I thought I had issues. You are worse than me. Eeer aaah good luck with that.

Seriously. My wife has explained to me that people are sometimes afraid of doing something wrong, so they do nothing. This means they cannot be accountable for an action they did not commit. Right? Of course that is fine. Just don't expect your frickin phone to ring next week with an invite on the other end. Ooooh crap.. Now I sound just like RobertT.

Steve

[shepherd]

[QUOTE=captkidd]Just a casual observation: it seems that most of you who do not share our OCD peeves are all fairly new on this site. Stick around awhile and we'll have you converted to our way of thinking. ;)


Everyone has a right to maintain or neglect their boat as they choose, so I certainly don't want to force my OCD-ness on anyone else.



Please don't convert me Capt! I have enough stuff to worry about!

I couldn't agree more -- do what you want with your boat... I admire and envy you guys who have immaculate boats and have the time and determination to wash and wax them every week. Your boats are beautiful (from the pictures I've seen)! :toast:

Oh yeah, that story about the girl is hilarious. Someone must've told her she was going out on a yacht!

[shepherd]

I forgot to mention the girl that brought her clothes bag with her dry clothes and hair dryer on board once (I pointed out that they might get wet in the boat, so she decided to leave them in the car).


They wouldn't get wet if you didn't let wet skiers get into your boat like SOME people... :uglyhamme
:D

[Thrall]

7. Number one pet peeve....Everyone comes over to go out behind the boat....I have skis, slalom skis, wakeboards in every size, wakeskates, airchairs, you name it....and they always ask for the same thing.... "can you take us tubing?". I say "tubing is for wankers, lets get you up on skis or a wakeboard you will love it"....then..."come on, everyone loves to tube". And so it begins....


Other than that im good:)

I put up with 1 year of everyone wanting to tube behind the boat (last yr, first yr w/the boat). This year I don't even bring it. Anyone asks, I tell them it has a hole in it!
Noone has offered to patch it or buy a new one, however, a few more people have learned to ski/board.

[ski_king]

I had this same thing happen to me twice on the 4th.
Younger friends showing up with their bikini clad, over bosomed girlfriends/wives. Of course I offer to take them skiing or whatever. In both cases the males went skiing and the bikini clad girls went as the observer.
Now keep in mind it was the afternoon on the 4th of July and the water was as rough as it gets. Also keep in mind my 82 was designed for smooth water and it does bounce around when it gets rough.

Now how am I as a driver expected to watch out for boat traffic and keep an eye on the skier in the mirror when all I can see out of the corner of my eye is a bouncing over bosomed bikini clad girl? :rolleyes:

[RobertT]

By the way, for those that might have not caught it, I wrote that with a smile.

We are all going out again this afternoon.

Its all fun....

[gr8smiles]

It really sucks to have to be the boat driver.....

[east tx skier]

My wife bought a tube "for guests" back when we had our I/O. We've offered it a few times back then and our guests always declined. Nice folks. It is still in the box and I have since hidden it in the attic. Make me an offer.

[east tx skier]

I had this same thing happen to me twice on the 4th.
Younger friends showing up with their bikini clad, over bosomed girlfriends/wives. Of course I offer to take them skiing or whatever. In both cases the males went skiing and the bikini clad girls went as the observer.
Now keep in mind it was the afternoon on the 4th of July and the water was as rough as it gets. Also keep in mind my 82 was designed for smooth water and it does bounce around when it gets rough.

Now how am I as a driver expected to watch out for boat traffic and keep an eye on the skier in the mirror when all I can see out of the corner of my eye is a bouncing over bosomed bikini clad girl? :rolleyes:

Took the words out of my mouth. So how does your 82 handle the chop at 40 mph. 8p

[dmac]

6. The complete state of ignorant bliss that is apparent on everyone's face as we pull up to a dock or my lift on a holiday weekend. No bumpers, no ropes, no arms out to help....grrrrr. As I pull up to a dock in 3' chop, and look around at all my regular passengers, they all have this glazed over look and stupid smile. Its like being around a fixed object in a boat mesmerizes them into a state of stupidity.
I trained my family immediately that they were going to be guide assists for pulling into the boathouse and backing out. If non-family are the only riders, they are invited to assist without hesitation.

[smsunman1]

I think most would agree with me on this.
1. The driver should only have to worry about driving and not much else.
2. The observer "1st mate" should be the one tending the rope, helping with skis, wakeboards in and out of the boat, dock rigging, stowing, and doing what ever else it takes.
3. The skier, wakeboarder or whatever, should do nothing but ski until he is finished with his session, and for god sakes if you notice the rope under the boat tell somebody.
-All these positions rotate back and forth. Things move along well like this-
If it isn't like this, let it go one time, so that someone stumps there toes and smashes there finger it changes there whole perspective.

[Davo]

Robert said - "Its like being around a fixed object in a boat mesmerizes them into a state of stupidity." That's some funny shat right there.

I think Maristar210 has a good point in that people are a little hesitant to step in when they don't know what's going on. Help them understand, but be cool about it and don't get visibly upset when someone on board screws up or the fun will be lost. Most of us have been guilty of this at one point or another - I know I have.

[Scot]

1. Someone's cute lil kid sitting in the observer’s seat, tapping you on the leg, asking questions they already know the answer to.. Are we on a boat? Do you like this boat? Where did you get this boat? Can I drive? Will you play some song, over, and over again? All the while the parent doesn't tell them to hush when I am concentrating on everyone’s safety. Somewhere in time parents felt they didn't need to teach their kids to respect their elders... There's something to be said for the old saying, don't speak until spoken to... be seen not heard.... I'm sure there are a few more... Don't think I'm a kid hater.... There's nothing more fun than getting a little kid up for the first time.... (parents, please don't make the captain school your kid, keep them in control)

2. All 3 or 4 non-skiers who instantly become professional ski instructors, yelling directions to a newbie skier who is trying their best to get up for their first time. And of course when I idle up to them so the skier can hear me, the wankers won't shut up and keeps yapping! Makes me want to pull out my trusty oar and whack em!

3. Anytime I have to get out of the drivers seat to gather the rope, assist in getting the skis out, etc., while others watch...

4. Smokers that will secretly put their butts out in a can that eventually ends up getting the nasty tobacco and beer juice spilled somewhere.

5. Litter from the smoker that tosses the butt in the water... (oar time)

wow, I feel better...

[Leroy]

Great stuff all! They need to teach this in school!

[east tx skier]

5. Litter from the smoker that tosses the butt in the water... (oar time)


Ah, thanks for reminding me. Rule 1,346. If you must smoke and cannot wait until we get back to the dock, that's fine. Go sit on the platform. Yes, I know where the gas tank is. Let me turn the blower on. :eek:

[vino357]

I was in a simliar situation except it was 3-4 females laying on the sun deck. I guess they were off the pontoon boat docked next to us. Notice the word "us".
Yes, while I was standing there in somewhat of disbelief and wondering what I was going to tell them my wife comes storming by yelling at the top of her lungs. Yeah, I got the look for that one....

[bcampbe7]

Ah, thanks for reminding me. Rule 1,346. If you must smoke and cannot wait until we get back to the dock, that's fine. Go sit on the platform. Yes, I know where the gas tank is. Let me turn the blower on. :eek:


Definite no smoking policy on my boat, in my cars, in my house, ect...

[Robert Averyt]

I agree with just about all of this. I use my boat to ski behind. I try to keep it clean, but I know it is going to get dirty. To me it is a tool. I wish someone would make a boat that had a flat wake a good mirror. A drivers seat with a slide that was worth a s-it . Good quality vinyl. Perfect pass and no carpet at all. No seats to have to crawl over to get to the platform or for the rope to stay caught on. I don't need drink holders or any storage. I need a tow boat.

Thats easy enough, right?

Mirror
Perfect pass
seat that will slide
Pylon
trick release

Thats all I want.

Robert Averyt

[east tx skier]

As it's against the rules, bear in mind that I'm not suggesting you buy one, but didn't they try this already with Infinity? Wouldn't sell. Of course, it was probably the cup holders and carpet that messed it up for Infinity. Rob Shirley had a good idea, I thought.

Why won't your seat slide

The above is not promoting another boat. I don't think they even exist anymore.

[LakePirate]

The above is not promoting another boat. I don't think they even exist anymore.

Thank you for the disclaimer.

[Robert Averyt]

All I can say is that it does not work very well.

[stevo137]

Looks like we all share quite a few of the same but I will tell you for sure that people just need to lighten up a little.
Even though one time my son dumped a whole milkshake in my seat we still go to the Dairy Queen on the lake and yes, we eat, drink and have a great time on our boat.

[JEREMY79]

Guys come on.. :huh: I thought we bought our boats to use. I know we have to keep them nice.
But really....Nothing but water....no food.....no water in the boat....come on.
I like to keep my boat as nice as anyone else but I bought ( and restored) my boat to use. Not as a show piece. Granted my boat looks very nice but we (as in everyone that goes) bust our a@$ to clean it.

Sorry if I made anyone mad.

[John B]

My biggest pet peeve is, I'm the only person who can step foot on my bow. :D

[Maristar210]

My wife bought a tube "for guests" back when we had our I/O. We've offered it a few times back then and our guests always declined. Nice folks. It is still in the box and I have since hidden it in the attic. Make me an offer.

I'll send you five bucks to throw it in the trash! I hate the damn things. Always in the way, bring it = don't need it, don't bring it = kid says "where is the tube dad?" aaaarg.

Steve

[Maristar210]

I think most would agree with me on this.
1. The driver should only have to worry about driving and not much else.
2. The observer "1st mate" should be the one tending the rope, helping with skis, wakeboards in and out of the boat, dock rigging, stowing, and doing what ever else it takes.
3. The skier, wakeboarder or whatever, should do nothing but ski until he is finished with his session, and for god sakes if you notice the rope under the boat tell somebody.
-All these positions rotate back and forth. Things move along well like this-
If it isn't like this, let it go one time, so that someone stumps there toes and smashes there finger it changes there whole perspective.


New guy has got it dead (pe-) nuts. Good on ya :)

Steve

[Hoosier Bob]

I am the only person that pee's in my bilge! Just kidding! Stepping on my seats sets me off! Those baby's have to last! Other than that I guess it would be when the other half asks nine people to go out on my 93' PS190. I look like a Haitian (? spelling) boat heading for Miami! Yes I do check the weight limit! :purplaugh

[Maristar210]

Ah, thanks for reminding me. Rule 1,346. If you must smoke and cannot wait until we get back to the dock, that's fine. Go sit on the platform. Yes, I know where the gas tank is. Let me turn the blower on. :eek:


Beverage OUT MY NOSE - that was funny.

I have been in this very situation. Aaarg... ME---> "well okay just make sure don't burn anything and make sure I do not find the butt or anything".

Steve

[bcampbe7]

I am the only person that pee's in my bilge! Just kidding! Stepping on my seats sets me off! Those baby's have to last! Other than that I guess it would be when the other half asks nine people to go out on my 93' PS190. I look like a Hatian (? spelling) boat heading for Miami! Yes I do check the weight limit! :purplaugh

What a great visual! :uglyhamme

EDIT: The last sentence, not the first. :eek:

[MarkP]

Well this thread sure has deteriorated.. I’m almost afraid to read back to find out who “did it”...

[Hoosier Bob]

Sorry Mark but no one is on the drinkin thread and I feel lonley! I have been asked twice already to communicate with the with the other half and I am fighting this urge tooth and nail! :smile: Well this thread sure has deteriorated.. I’m almost afraid to read back to find out who “did it”...

[Maristar210]

Sorry Mark but no one is on the drinkin thread and I feel lonley! I have been asked twice already to communicate with the with the other half and I am fighting this urge tooth and nail! :smile:


Well it was not me who deteriorated this thread and I just went to go get a beer, so I cannot be guilty.

East Tx cracked my a$$ up with his smoker comment.
That was funny :D

Steve

[bcampbe7]

Well this thread sure has deteriorated.. I’m almost afraid to read back to find out who “did it”...




Brad is not here to blame this time...

[Leroy]

Almost sounds like EDIT. Anyway this thread has had a hard run today.

Got to get to bed early for 6:30AM flight to CA with the whole family so EDIT.

[JEREMY79]

Since I busted every one about their boat rules here are mine

1. You ride.....You clean
2. You ride.....You help with gas
3. Have Fun...There is not enough Saturdays to be anal

:purplaugh :purplaugh :purplaugh

[6ballsisall]

I like rule #3 Jeremy! I need to live more like that, maybe my hair will stop falling out :rolleyes:

Big one for me is help clean it up after use. If you ride with me lots then help me winterize/clean it up for the season. Gas money sure is nice too

[MarkP]

Well,

If you guys want I’ll take the heat on this one..

But I don’t think it was me this time??

[JEREMY79]

I like rule #3 Jeremy! I need to live more like that, maybe my hair will stop falling out :rolleyes:

Big one for me is help clean it up after use. If you ride with me lots then help me winterize/clean it up for the season. Gas money sure is nice too


Jeff, I am only 22 years old and I found out a while back if you stress over every little thing it will make an old man out of you quick

I live everyday for that day. Rules for the day

Dont make plans
Do what come up
Have fun
Get fixed when you get hurt

[6ballsisall]

I am only 4 years longer in the tooth than you! Good advice youngin' :cool:

[Hoosier Bob]

Wow, 26 years of age. That is sweet. Check this out. I have videos of my friends kid when he was 6 or 7. Now it appears he is a pretty good skier. He was national champion for Purdue recently and his name is Cale Burdick. I think I have the spelling correctly. We used to ski the White River regularly. It goes by fast young people! Enjoy every minute. The past is gone and these lines in my face do get clearer! :worthy: I am only 4 years longer in the tooth than you! Good advice youngin' :cool:

[JEREMY79]

I am only 4 years longer in the tooth than you! Good advice youngin' :cool:
Thanks. I used to stress over everything. Then I quit my job!! Working for yourself is just as bad but I dont stress over it as much

[6balls]

BOAT = FARM TRACTOR

2 Rules:

1. No Fat Chicks!

2. Only cupcakes oil their teak! That stuff looks great when its silver.

[JDK]

So far there's been 3 other guys on this entire thread that I'd party on the water with....6balls, you're the 4th. (I'd be scared that if I farted in everybody elses boat, they'd throw me overboard) 8p :friday:

[jimmer2880]

....
2. Only cupcakes oil their teak! That stuff looks great when its silver.

That's just funny right there now..... :uglyhamme

I'm not nearly as anal as some. But.... I will ask you to attach the rope, get the ski/board from the rider who's finished, pull the rope in. Heck - my 2 year old has figured out that when the boat shuts off after someone's been skiing, to go pull the rope it. Poppa's so proud!

Absolutely no shoes in the boat unless we're going to the swimming hole. Then, they get cleaned & stored in the side of the boat. If someone finds that "naked feet only" sticker, pls post a link here. I need one of those!

don't mind the food, as long as there are no crumbs left behind.

Absolutely positively NO SMOKING!

[BriEOD]

You know I don't mind driving, coaching, and being 1st mate. Because, I know if I do it it'll be done right. You don't know how many times I've had to say: " when you lay the ski down lay it on it's side or upside down because if the fin bends the ski is worthless." I sound like a broken record.

[east tx skier]

So far there's been 3 other guys on this entire thread that I'd party on the water with....6balls, you're the 4th. (I'd be scared that if I farted in everybody elses boat, they'd throw me overboard) 8p :friday:

Please take this in the best humor.

I said it before, and I'll say it again. It's a "World Record Ski Boat." I get my skiing done and it goes back on the trailer. It's a work horse. If I wanted a boat I could puke on, I'd have bought one with pontoons. Sure, we take it out and anchor it sometimes, but some of us can still manage to have a good time even with our shoes off. ;) I'll drink a beer with anyone on here. I'll drink it with you on my boat. But if you fart, I will hit the blower. :cool: And if you piss in my bilge, I will rub your nose in it like a bad puppy.

[jimmer2880]

....And if you piss in my bilge, I will rub your nose in it like a bad puppy.

That's just wrong dude... That's what the swim platform is for! :D

[RobertT]

I was out this morning at 6:00am...I am now at work, and I can tell you that my boat is a wreck, coffee cups everywhere, vests laying on everything, water spots on every available inch, and the rope is still hooked onto the pylon.

I don't care! I had a great time with friends. You asked what was a pet peeve, and I think a lot of us took a few minutes to vent...that's all. Its all good, its not like I am going to quit bringing people out.

At least a case of beer gets drank in my boat a week, that is also one of our rules:)

Seriously though, the biggest problem that I have isn't even the tubes, its just that we use the boat every day (thank goodness, I am not complaining here) and it therefore gets filthy. I don't want to spend all of my valuable time cleaning. I have a pontoon boat 20' from my mastercraft with a bbq grill on it...its not that I would mind having a few crumbs in the boat...I just dont want to spend even more time cleaning than I do so somebody can bring their bag of chips in the boat. I bought the pontoon boat to take the food and fat chicks, I blow that thing out once a week with a firehose...it looks like a scene from a prison movie.

I cant believe nobody knows where to get the naked feet only stickers. If we cant find them, I guess I could have them made on a clear vinyl overlay that would act as a protector too. They sell something similar as a transom saver.

[ski_king]

I cant believe nobody knows where to get the naked feet only stickers. .....
Look what I found!!!!!!! (http://www.sportsdiecast.com/index.cgi?PageToView=catalog&Department=104841&Cartid=176801119233470&Merchant=lbcracingcollectablessportsmemorab&ExpandedDepts=52829)

Looks like it is on a background color. Would be better if it was available with clear background or no background at all....

[maristarman]

A quick google search and..........

http://www.sportsdiecast.com/index.cgi?PageToView=catalog&Department=104841&Cartid=176801119233470&Merchant=lbcracingcollectablessportsmemorab&ExpandedDepts=52829


not sure if these are still available, but the website still shows them...

[shepherd]

[...(I'd be scared that if I farted in everybody elses boat, they'd throw me overboard) 8p :friday:[/QUOTE]


OK OK OK OK. I think I just came up with my one and only rule... :cool:
If you fart on my boat, you must be DOWNWIND

(see Capt, I'm being assimilated ;) )

[shepherd]

Hey, I made "Regular" status. Do I get a certificate???

[dmac]

Look what I found!!!!!!! (http://www.sportsdiecast.com/index.cgi?PageToView=catalog&Department=104841&Cartid=176801119233470&Merchant=lbcracingcollectablessportsmemorab&ExpandedDepts=52829)

Looks like it is on a background color. Would be better if it was available with clear background or no background at all....
Print that page, take it to FastSigns and they will be able to duplicate it without a background. They did my boat numbers and it came out great.

I let shoes travel in the boat, properly stored. If we go to the marina the gravel can get the tenderfoot.

[JDK]

I don't care! I had a great time with friends.
:)


The group of 4 just became a group of 5. You are invited to join. :D

[rick s.]

I have two boys, 11 and 14, who are very typical boys. The boys like to bring friends. Hell, so do I. My boat is not a temple, but I do not like to see it abused. The dog comes with us alot (big choc lab) so dog hair gets everywhere.

I keep my boat in nice shape, but it's still a boat. It gets wet. I don't have any problem with water on the cushions or deck pad. It's fun to get out of the water and drip over as many people in the boat as possible! We drink, we party, we eat on the boat. That's what it's for!

After each trip I spend a lot of time cleaning it up. It's my job. Besides, it gets me out of the house...

[RobertT]

JDK..thanks:)

I think I am going to ask around about the stickers/gunnel protectors. Is anyone else interested if I have some made. I am thinking that it should be about 6" wide, and about 3' long made out of a very thick vinyl, with a smaller "naked feet only" sign in the middle. Nothing too obnoxious. I am looking for protection as much as anything else.

[jraben8]

I wouldn't mind having some for the steps on the trailer behind the fenders since at the dock, I don't have a problem. It's all of the loading and pre-boarding before we hit the water that I cringe at.

[rick s.]

I think I'll look into the 3m clear stuff that is applied on the noses of expensive cars to protect from rock chips. Seems to me this would work pretty well on the back end of the boat, and on the fiberglass areas where people like to step.

[Lake_Tippy_Skier]

my biggest pet peeve is being at work and not on the water!!! :mad:

[east tx skier]

Rick, does your trailer fender not have the non-skid on it?

[LakePirate]

1. No Fat Chicks!



Fat Chicks are like a moped, fun until your friends see you.

[RobertT]

Yea, the 3M stuff is what I was talking about.

My brother in law owns a graphics company that makes wraps for boats/cop cars/giant trucks/etc. They basically buy the clear vinyl in 4' wide rolls, then run it through a huge printer. They can make whatever you want.

I just spoke with him about it, and he said that they make a mat finish floor vinyl that is super thick and heavy duty, that is made for said purpose. I am seeing how much it would be to buy some.

The idea would be to have whatever logo/wording/whatever put down first, then put this over it. It would show through, and when needed you could just peel it off.

Anyway, I will let you know when I find out. A little clear stuff would be great as a wear protector on those high traffic areas.

[bigmac]

JDK..thanks:)

I think I am going to ask around about the stickers/gunnel protectors. Is anyone else interested if I have some made. I am thinking that it should be about 6" wide, and about 3' long made out of a very thick vinyl, with a smaller "naked feet only" sign in the middle. Nothing too obnoxious. I am looking for protection as much as anything else.

Yes, that the best solution to scratches on the gunwhales from sand-in-shoes.

I would strongly recommend this stuff. (http://www.aerostich.com/product.php?productid=16210&cat=0&page=2) . It's 7.5 mil and does not have adhesive - it adheres tightly by static alone and is removeable without any residue whatsoever. I use it on the fender of my Harley to preven scratches from the detachachable pillion seat.

[X2M]

Yes, that the best solution to scratches on the gunwhales from sand-in-shoes.

I would strongly recommend this stuff. (http://www.aerostich.com/product.php?productid=16210&cat=0&page=2) . It's 7.5 mil and does not have adhesive - it adheres tightly by static alone and is removeable without any residue whatsoever. I use it on the fender of my Harley to preven scratches from the detachachable pillion seat.


Bigmac - Have you tried that stuff on your boat yet? Wouldn't it lose the "static cling" when it gets wet? Does is slip around at all when you put any weight on it?

:)

[RobertT]

That would be ideal, but I also worry if it would stay on at 45mph with water being pushed under it. i think a test is in order:)

[lakes Rick]

I had this same thing happen to me twice on the 4th.
Younger friends showing up with their bikini clad, over bosomed girlfriends/wives. Of course I offer to take them skiing or whatever. In both cases the males went skiing and the bikini clad girls went as the observer.
Now keep in mind it was the afternoon on the 4th of July and the water was as rough as it gets. Also keep in mind my 82 was designed for smooth water and it does bounce around when it gets rough.

Now how am I as a driver expected to watch out for boat traffic and keep an eye on the skier in the mirror when all I can see out of the corner of my eye is a bouncing over bosomed bikini clad girl? :rolleyes:

Grasshopper, now you know what open bow boats are really for...... Line of sight, and it REALLY BOUNCES alot up front.....

Sage advice from the resident geezer....

[dmac]

Grasshopper, now you know what open bow boats are really for...... Line of sight, and it REALLY BOUNCES alot up front.....

Sage advice from the resident geezer....
Ummmmmm, I agree with that. Line of sight, yeah that's the ticket. I bet I am there with you in the age bracket as well.

[bigmac]

That would be ideal, but I also worry if it would stay on at 45mph with water being pushed under it. i think a test is in order:)I'll initiate the testing procedure right away...

[kpickett]

Two rules:

1. No tubes.

2. No wakeboards.

[bigmac]

Yes, that the best solution to scratches on the gunwhales from sand-in-shoes.

I would strongly recommend this stuff. (http://www.aerostich.com/product.php?productid=16210&cat=0&page=2) . It's 7.5 mil and does not have adhesive - it adheres tightly by static alone and is removeable without any residue whatsoever. I use it on the fender of my Harley to preven scratches from the detachachable pillion seat.

The stuff is called Snider's Paintguard. It's 7.5 mil and is applied by wetting the boat surface, peeling off the backing and squeegee-ing out the air bubbles with a credit card or something. There's no adhesive, it can be peeled off and re-applied over and over.

I cut a 12 x 4 inch piece and stuck it on the gunwhale, but I only squeegeed it with my finger. Ran the boat around the lake for about an hour, it stayed on no problem. Kind of a half-a$$ed test, but that plus my experience with it on my motorcycle makes me feel pretty confident that it will stay put.

[AirJunky]

Two rules:

1. No tubes.

2. No wakeboards.
Wow, pretty brutal.
I guess since I yarded out the ski pylon years ago, I should make a 3rd rule..... no tieing off low. :cool:
It sucks not being able to use the back seat.

[Maristar210]

OMG It is just a boat....

LMFAO
Steve

P.S. My tube and wakeboards are dripping water everwhere while seven children spill lemonade and eat Cheetos, Lays and Doritos. Oooooh my god :eek: :cry: :eek: :cry:

[BriEOD]

Steve who are you talking about?

[NeilM]

Since a Mastercraft trailer costs more than some yahoo's whole outfit with a 115 Evenrude on a 200 year old Bayliner with fishing gear, I really get peeved at the guys who just ram their $20 boat trailer into my freshly painted & waxed trailer.

I have a list of rules (at least one) out there somewhere, so I won't repeat them, but I have to also single out the morons who see boating as the ideal opportunity to get drunk behind the wheel..

[Kell]

Neil,

I just read your tag line for the first time. I love it. That's my attitude for a Friday morning before work! Have a nice weekend.

[ski36short]

Fat Chicks are like a moped, fun until your friends see you.

I've heard that before. Still don't buy it though. :)

[6balls]

Okay all kidding aside.... I actually do have a couple of peeves :rant:

1 - Know your hand signals!
2 - Know how to cut out to meet the driver at the end of the course.
3 - If you are using a public slalom course - you better have the know how and supplies required to fix it.
4 - Go to meutral and amaintain a straight path until off of plane when your skier falls. Then turn around at idle and return to the skier up the boat path.
5 - If you are the third, you need a pulse! It is your job to shorten the rope, watch the skier signals, and assist with anything sles that needs to be done. The driver drives, the third does everything else.
6 - If you see another boat skiing a line in calm water -WAIT YOUR TURN! Ever wonder why the water gets rough when you show up....
7 - Tubing is reserved for children and drunk bikini girls and should only be practiced when it is too rough to ski.
8 - GAS or BEER? You must pay for one or the other. I promise you will want to buy the gas.
9- The boat gets wiped down and polished after every use - You ski, You Wipe. No Wipe, No Ski!

Keep in mind that I mainly pull slalom skiers on private or restricted waterways and when I am skiing "for fun" I ski almost exclusively with class c or better tournament skiers. It also deserves noting that give over 200 pulls in a summer season, so little nit picky b.s. that might irritate others is not even worth thinking about.

[John B]

Okay all kidding aside.... I actually do have a couple of peeves :rant:

1 - Know your hand signals!
2 - Know how to cut out to meet the driver at the end of the course.
3 - If you are using a public slalom course - you better have the know how and supplies required to fix it.
4 - Go to meutral and amaintain a straight path until off of plane when your skier falls. Then turn around at idle and return to the skier up the boat path.
5 - If you are the third, you need a pulse! It is your job to shorten the rope, watch the skier signals, and assist with anything sles that needs to be done. The driver drives, the third does everything else.
6 - If you see another boat skiing a line in calm water -WAIT YOUR TURN! Ever wonder why the water gets rough when you show up....
7 - Tubing is reserved for children and drunk bikini girls and should only be practiced when it is too rough to ski.
8 - GAS or BEER? You must pay for one or the other. I promise you will want to buy the gas.
9- The boat gets wiped down and polished after every use - You ski, You Wipe. No Wipe, No Ski!


Those are not Pet Peeves, they are Rules and Regulations.
I think I will print them and make everyone that skis in my boat read and sign a copy of them. :headbang:

[kcflatlander]

Cheetos... My 8 yr old daughter had a bag. She was trying to open it, just as I said 'Hey let me help you with....that' the bag tore in half. We were going about 30mph. Ever been in one of those car dealership money machines? Looks about the same. "The event" happened in June, I am still finding Cheetos in the strangest places.

[milkmania]

nope, I'm still gonna have to go with my biggest pet peeve.....

people blowing their nose at the dinner table

[Rockman]

People going through the self-checkout lines at Home Depot or Walmart and don't know how to use the damn scanner, etc. :rant:

They just take their own sweet time while the 10 people behind him/her are ready to go postal. :rant: :rant:

[Tom023]

How are they suppose to learn how to use it without trying it?

[Rockman]

How are they suppose to learn how to use it without trying it?

Watch the person in front of them.

[Leroy]

Plain stupid drivers on the road!

[jmyers]

First time out with the new boat, bloody mary's in the bow with WHITE seats :eek: WHAT THE H**L WAS I THINKING!!! And in open cups!!!! Can you say after boating clean up :mad:

[stevo137]

As I mentioned earlier, it all comes down to selfishness.
The root of peeves...

[Ric]

:rolleyes: .

[6ballsisall]

I bet most (including me) don't know how to do that?

Tru dat, Im with you brutha........ :D

Pet Peeve: People that ride with you but leave immediately once the boat is out of the water. They don't help dry it off or unload all the empty cans, etc..... Now thats annoying! :mad:

[Ric]

Tru dat, Im with you brutha........ :D

Pet Peeve: People that ride with you but leave immediately once the boat is out of the water. They don't help dry it off or unload all the empty cans, etc..... Now thats annoying! :mad:
unacceptable!
it's tough to remember to invite the ski-and-leave guys back again (unless they date hooter girls 8p )

[stevo137]

:rant: :popcorn:

[X2M]

Pet Peeve: People that ride with you but leave immediately once the boat is out of the water. They don't help dry it off or unload all the empty cans, etc..... Now thats annoying! :mad:

Aauugghh, I hate that! :( We have had a one or two that just stood there and watched us dry off and clean out the boat. They only got to come out with us once. :(

[ski_king]

I have had ones that not only didnt offer help or chip in on gas, they asked if I had any extra gas so they could get home.

I gave them the half filled can behind the shed that was old mower gas that was in the flood the previous year, I think it was 25% water.

[6ballsisall]

I have had ones that not only didnt offer help or chip in on gas, they asked if I had any extra gas so they could get home.

I gave them the half filled can behind the shed that was old mower gas that was in the flood the previous year, I think it was 25% water.

Wow!! Now that takes some nads to ask that!!! :eek:

[Leroy]

I've been on both sides and as a guest it can be intimidating and you don't want to do something wrong. Hand them a towel, the vinegar water and tell them to start wiping! If they don't help then, lose em.



Aauugghh, I hate that! :( We have had a one or two that just stood there and watched us dry off and clean out the boat. They only got to come out with us once. :(

[123src]

Geez, guys, I thought I was pretty anal about my boat! I do have a problem with peole not getting the sand off the bottom of their feet before they get in. As far as shoes... most of us don't wear shoes.

Anyway, my biggest pet peeve is people who think my boat runs on "thank you's". Nothing drives me crazier.
Second on the list would have to be when nobody helps me wipe the boat down at the ramp after pulling out of the river. (goto get her dry and shiny, and all the muck off!)


Oh yeah.... this summer, I actually had someone light a ciggarette(sp) in my boat. I lost my flipping mind!

OK, i'm done now.

thanks

[alecams]

If i invite someone on my boat i don't expect gas money, nice to have it offered but certainly not expected. You can afford a 50k boat, $20 for gas should be nothing, unless you shouldn't have bought the boat i guess. You invite you cover the costs.....

[alecams]

my biggest is my wife won't drive so i can ski, she is afraid of doing wrong.....

[Leroy]

Alecams; I think this is a struggle we all have or have had!



my biggest is my wife won't drive so i can ski, she is afraid of doing wrong.....

[PointTaken]

If i invite someone on my boat i don't expect gas money, nice to have it offered but certainly not expected. You can afford a 50k boat, $20 for gas should be nothing, unless you shouldn't have bought the boat i guess. You invite you cover the costs.....
I agree about the gas situation. If I was out with my family, I would be the only one putting gas in it. If I invite someone, its not because I'm looking for gas money, but rather because I want to hang out with them. They should bring the beer though :)

[Jorski]

My pet peave is people who leave their stuff in my boat...one of my ski partners is a regular offender...but towels, swim suits, various bits of ski equipment such as chaffing shirts, ski gloves, not to mention coffee cups, water bottles etc.

Makes me crazy!!!

[MarkP]

I agree about the gas situation. If I was out with my family, I would be the only one putting gas in it. If I invite someone, its not because I'm looking for gas money, but rather because I want to hang out with them. They should bring the beer though :)Yep!! Good point..

[east tx skier]

My pet peave is people who leave their stuff in my boat...one of my ski partners is a regular offender...but towels, swim suits, various bits of ski equipment such as chaffing shirts, ski gloves, not to mention coffee cups, water bottles etc.

Makes me crazy!!!

I think a run by Goodwill on the way home is in order in the case of a repeat offender in that category.

[AirJunky]

My pet peave is people who leave their stuff in my boat...one of my ski partners is a regular offender...but towels, swim suits, various bits of ski equipment such as chaffing shirts, ski gloves, not to mention coffee cups, water bottles etc.

Makes me crazy!!!
I have a huge pile of towels, vests & sunscreen as a result of this one.
I live in a shared waterfront community where we have 300' of waterfront, our own docks, slips, ramp, etc. shared between 53 owners. Several of these owners can't keep track of their stuff either. The last 2 summers I've walked around the beach & picked up tons of coolers, towels, toys, suits, bikes, vests, helmets, boards, skis, etc. and throw it all in a pile. About 2 or 3 times a year it gets thrown in the garbage or taken to Goodwill.
I'm amazed that the pile keeps growing & no one complains that their missing anything.

[River Rat]

:uglyhamme If i invite someone on my boat i don't expect gas money, nice to have it offered but certainly not expected. You can afford a 50k boat, $20 for gas should be nothing, unless you shouldn't have bought the boat i guess. You invite you cover the costs.....


$20 for gas.... wow where do you get your gas?? :uglyhamme I do agree I've never taken money for gas If I invite them (or don't) then they are my guest. I would hate it if someone invited me for dinner and then told me to bring the food. :twocents:

[tex]

i hate people who get on your boat and feel the need to bring a 3 event bag to keep chit in that has no business on the boat in the 1st place. i hate stepping over things. if you are in my boat, expect to move around and help roll ropes, hold boat off dock, observe, get me a beer, etc....

[Sodar]

Pet Peaves... There are soooo many
#1 When my boat is on the trailer and my guests slide the items to be loaded over the gunwales. I saw it once and went ape$hit.
#2 When people pull in the ski rope and drag it over the gunwales... How much more difficult is it to stand up and pull the rope in.
#3 When people leave their trash in the boat after a ski-run or cruise.
#4 Ski ropes left on the ground rather than put in the rope holders
#5 People stepping on the trailer fenders.
#6 People who throw their hats, sunglasses, cd's, t-shirts, etc. on the dash when they go skiing

As for shoes in the boat, I just tell them that it is not allowed 99% of the people listen, the other 1% you leave behind on the dock!!

[Workin' 4 Toys]

Pet Peaves... There are soooo many
#1 When my boat is on the trailer and my guests slide the items to be loaded over the gunwales. I saw it once and went ape$hit.
#2 When people pull in the ski rope and drag it over the gunwales... How much more difficult is it to stand up and pull the rope in.
#3 When people leave their trash in the boat after a ski-run or cruise.
#4 Ski ropes left on the ground rather than put in the rope holders
#5 People stepping on the trailer fenders.
#6 People who throw their hats, sunglasses, cd's, t-shirts, etc. on the dash when they go skiing

As for shoes in the boat, I just tell them that it is not allowed 99% of the people listen, the other 1% you leave behind on the dock!!

Nice list. Looks like you gave it some serious thought, or these happen frequently. I'm with you though. I guess that's why when someone tells me "I'll get it" I say, "No you won't, I'll get it"

[Workin' 4 Toys]

people blowing their nose at the dinner table
Yup, especially if they don't use a kleenex and do one of those hold one finger over one of the .........well you get the picture....8p
Or worse yet, in the kitchen while it's being made.....:vomit:

[bucky]

I don't want anyone helping to wipe down the boat, coil ropes, change rope length, or clean up. They always do it wrong. I don't like doritos, because they feel squishy when you step on them on my flooded carpet. I don't like having to tell someone to clean their feet the fourth time. I buy my gas at the station before I hit the marina prices, but I appreciate most brands of beer.
And only one person has ever lit up in my boat. Cut the throttle and turned into the wake. Re-lighting proved more difficult.
edit: Only one thing actually upsets me. It turns me purple to see someone take a beautiful boat and park it outside without a cover. If you invite me on your boat and I see dead leaves in the carpet, I probably won't talk to you for a while.

[Leroy]

Good one's Sodar! You are so lucky where you live. My pet peeve now is having my lake freeze. :D


Pet Peaves... There are soooo many
#1 When my boat is on the trailer and my guests slide the items to be loaded over the gunwales. I saw it once and went ape$hit.
#2 When people pull in the ski rope and drag it over the gunwales... How much more difficult is it to stand up and pull the rope in.
#3 When people leave their trash in the boat after a ski-run or cruise.
#4 Ski ropes left on the ground rather than put in the rope holders
#5 People stepping on the trailer fenders.
#6 People who throw their hats, sunglasses, cd's, t-shirts, etc. on the dash when they go skiing

As for shoes in the boat, I just tell them that it is not allowed 99% of the people listen, the other 1% you leave behind on the dock!!

[ajgressette]

I don't like when your loading up your boat at a Public Landing and someone will always walk up to you and ask "Catch Any Fish." I always smile and reply "No just my foot and a buzz."

Nothing like the smell of Fish Slime all in the carpet of your Mastercraft Ski Boat. Hope everyone has a safe and Merry Holiday Season. :)

[east tx skier]

Pet Peaves... There are soooo many
#1 When my boat is on the trailer and my guests slide the items to be loaded over the gunwales. I saw it once and went ape$hit.
#2 When people pull in the ski rope and drag it over the gunwales... How much more difficult is it to stand up and pull the rope in.
#3 When people leave their trash in the boat after a ski-run or cruise.
#4 Ski ropes left on the ground rather than put in the rope holders
#5 People stepping on the trailer fenders.
#6 People who throw their hats, sunglasses, cd's, t-shirts, etc. on the dash when they go skiing

As for shoes in the boat, I just tell them that it is not allowed 99% of the people listen, the other 1% you leave behind on the dock!!

Why not step on the trailer fenders?

[Sodar]

Why not step on the trailer fenders?

My trailer fenders have been wetsanded so they are as glossy as the side of my boat. When people step on them they do two things. First there is a risk of scratching them and second, with their weight, they put stress cracks in the fiberglass where the fenders meet the steps. Many of my friends have the same pet peave with their trailers...

[baedriver]

People that bang the boat when putting on skis
People when they are done skiing slide there ski at the boat and always expect you to catch it.
When people climb on the CB and put all their weight on the windshield.
when docking people just sit there and make you do everything.
People dragging in the handle from the observers seat and watch it slide down the boat.

To some extent some people just to boat a lot and when they no what to do they do. Other people try love to help and it is great.

[SKI*MC]

A couple of my biggest pet peves in the boat are when your friends are really hyper and bouncing off the walls. Too much weight on the swim platform, peoples gear hitting the side of the boat, people standing on the fenders of the boat trailer, WHEN THE DRIVER IS DRIVING THE BOAT ON AN EVER-SO ANGLE, WHERE YOU GET THAT CURL IN THE WAKE, AND ITS CRAP!

[Workin' 4 Toys]

If you invite me on your boat and I see dead leaves in the carpet, I probably won't talk to you for a while.

LOL...........:friday:

[east tx skier]

My trailer fenders have been wetsanded so they are as glossy as the side of my boat. When people step on them they do two things. First there is a risk of scratching them and second, with their weight, they put stress cracks in the fiberglass where the fenders meet the steps. Many of my friends have the same pet peave with their trailers...

Gotcha. Sounds like a fancier setup that what I've got. The fenders are the only way I have to get into the boat. Of course, they're covered with nonskid.

[Ric]

people who sweat the small shiuuht :noface:

[jimmer2880]

.....#6 People who throw their hats, sunglasses, cd's, t-shirts, etc. on the dash when they go skiing.....

That's where I put my hats, sunglasses, cd's, shirts & towells. If I didn't, there wouldn't be any place to walk. :D

I'm with you on everything else though. Especially the shoes.

[east tx skier]

That's where I put my hat, shirt, and shades, too.

[Sodar]

I do not like the stuff on the dash because it slides around, rattles and looks horrible. What I have done is bought two fiberglass containers for the side of the engine behind the drivers seat. One container holds my ski ropes, gloves, a mask, etc. and the other is empty to throw stuff in when people go skiing. I had the containers upholstered on the top to match my interior, so they look good. These boxes also make an extra seat if I take a few more people than I should and also they are a perfect step for getting in and out of the boat.

[east tx skier]

This is just an excuse to repost a picture of my handy work. But with my new walkthrough jump seat, I may have a better place to stow my clothes while I ski. Time will tell.

[jraben8]

ETS,

That looks great! I was wondering if you had finished it and how it worked out.

[u29460]

• My kids scaling the trailer bumper guides and pulling down the cover
• Folks just sitting around like zombies as I pull the boat up to the dock
• How quickly everyone vanishes when its time to wash the boat. (however I prefer the alone time with the boat to wash it myself) :rolleyes:
• People not putting their boards back on the rack, “it just too harddddddddd”
• Boards slamming against the side of the boat, “oops! Sorry dude!”
• Slamming the windshield. (kind of a dad thing, like not slamming the door)

I have been boating for 20 years so this stuff just roles off the back but it still hits home when it’s my family members that do it.

[east tx skier]

ETS,

That looks great! I was wondering if you had finished it and how it worked out.

It worked out great.

Custom Jump Seat Pictures (http://www.tmcowners.com/teamtalk/showthread.php?t=5615&highlight=jump+seat)

[roddydog]

PINE NEEDLES................. I hate Pine needles. I've got a few big pine trees close to my dock and the needles are always falling into my boat. Too much hassle to cover it EVERY time I come in so I live with it and vacuum it a lot.
Crazy dogs is another thing, Mine is 15 this year so she is not so crazy anymore, but it drives me nuts when a friend comes up and lets their dog run around like a kid after eating a ton of sugar. Nails puncture the skins!!!!!!!
I had one friend say "don't wory I'll buy you new ones". I thought, 'keep your money and stay home'.
Other than that, beverages are OK for a sunset cruise (land-locked so cops are there only 1 or 2 times a year) and trust, me absolutely no drinking all day then going out like a bunch of yahoos.
Food is 20' away in the cottage, unless we pack for a picnic.
No sand to really worry about, so...

Happy boating!!! Can't wait for summer.

[roddydog]

I do not like the stuff on the dash because it slides around, rattles and looks horrible. What I have done is bought two fiberglass containers for the side of the engine behind the drivers seat. One container holds my ski ropes, gloves, a mask, etc. and the other is empty to throw stuff in when people go skiing. I had the containers upholstered on the top to match my interior, so they look good. These boxes also make an extra seat if I take a few more people than I should and also they are a perfect step for getting in and out of the boat.
Where did you get them??? Sounds like a great idea for storage and for seats.

[RobertT]

I do not like the stuff on the dash because it slides around, rattles and looks horrible. What I have done is bought two fiberglass containers for the side of the engine behind the drivers seat. One container holds my ski ropes, gloves, a mask, etc. and the other is empty to throw stuff in when people go skiing. I had the containers upholstered on the top to match my interior, so they look good. These boxes also make an extra seat if I take a few more people than I should and also they are a perfect step for getting in and out of the boat.

That is a great idea!!!! We always end up stepping on the seat getting into the boat....this would solve that problem. Where did you get them? What a perfect idea!

I wish somebody would make a type of jump seat that goes behind the drivers seat just for this purpose. Seat bottom would lift for storage, but would also be used as a step and extra seat.

[vegashomeexpert]

Thought long and hard about this. For a while, didn't think I had any pet peeves. Life is too short to sweat the small stuff. People can't do anything to the boat that can't be fixed. Then it hit me, I hate when the people that have been bugging you to go out on the boat for months are late to the house or the marina! I can handle about everything else, but when they start taking away from my time on the water, they're lucky I even wait for 'em!

[SKI*MC]

i totally know that you mean! Thats another one of mine. It happend more than once, wher we call the guy up, and hes just getting out of bed and we're sitting in the drive way ready to go!

[east tx skier]

PINE NEEDLES................. I hate Pine needles. I've got a few big pine trees close to my dock and the needles are always falling into my boat. Too much hassle to cover it EVERY time I come in so I live with it and vacuum it a lot.
Crazy dogs is another thing, Mine is 15 this year so she is not so crazy anymore, but it drives me nuts when a friend comes up and lets their dog run around like a kid after eating a ton of sugar. Nails puncture the skins!!!!!!!
I had one friend say "don't wory I'll buy you new ones". I thought, 'keep your money and stay home'.
Other than that, beverages are OK for a sunset cruise (land-locked so cops are there only 1 or 2 times a year) and trust, me absolutely no drinking all day then going out like a bunch of yahoos.
Food is 20' away in the cottage, unless we pack for a picnic.
No sand to really worry about, so...

Happy boating!!! Can't wait for summer.

I hate when they get in between the seat cushions in the bow or wherever. But in the bow, some of the cushions don't come out and those little pine needles are a biatch to fish out.

[Ric]

• My kids scaling the trailer bumper guides and pulling down the cover
• Folks just sitting around like zombies as I pull the boat up to the dock
• How quickly everyone vanishes when its time to wash the boat. (however I prefer the alone time with the boat to wash it myself) :rolleyes:
• People not putting their boards back on the rack, “it just too harddddddddd”
• Boards slamming against the side of the boat, “oops! Sorry dude!”
• Slamming the windshield. (kind of a dad thing, like not slamming the door)

I have been boating for 20 years so this stuff just roles off the back but it still hits home when it’s my family members that do it.

anybody have their kids lose their cupholders out of their new boat to the bottom of the lake????????

Even still I say, don't sweat the small shidddd

[roddydog]

I hate when they get in between the seat cushions in the bow or wherever. But in the bow, some of the cushions don't come out and those little pine needles are a biatch to fish out.
I hear ya on that one. :mad:

[Leroy]

Driving too close to dangerous parts of the lake.

I prefer to stay about 1 mile from any dangerous spot! :D

I actually had an email discussion about rules and driving practices with the guys I ski with from work and even before that they were great to have in the boat. Was more subtle like...when person drops or goes down, do you charge back to them or idle back?

[east tx skier]

I always like to give this a read on the subject of boat driving. (http://www.schnitzskis.com/pages/460900/index.htm)

[tex]

Swimsuit tops

[SteveO]

Sort of gets back to the old "rules" thread.

1. No shoes in the boats.
2. No stepping on the seats (this is why the back seat doesn't get put in much).
3. No eating in the boat. I've tried to get crushed cheetos out of the carpet once. If you want to eat, go sit on the back with the food over the platform. The view is better there anyway.
4. Drinks are permitted in the boat, but spilling them is not. A friend of mine laughed at this one for about 5 minutes then proceeded to spill beer all over the carpet. He spent the rest of the day apologizing. That story always makes me laugh.
5. If you leave me to clean up, wipe down, and put the cover on, I will talk trash about you to those that do stay.

ET, it will be interesting to see how long you can enforce number 3 and 4 with ET Jr. When my wife is not on the boat, I make my 7 year old eat on the swim platform, but I got the BIG are you out of your stickin mind statement when I suggested that my little Mr. Stick a whole bag of chips in his mouth 3 year old join my daughter on the platform. I guess since SHE isn't the one cleaning up she just doesn't get it?

[Sodar]

Where did you get them??? Sounds like a great idea for storage and for seats.

I stole the boxes from my parents. They used them for their yacht, but you can get them at West Marine. They are used as steps from the dock onto a yacht. My boxes measure 12"Hx12"Wx24"L. They cost about a $100 each. I will try to post a picture soon. I also know that Nautique makes jump seats, but the down side is that they do not provide storage, they cost around $250 and they would need to be reupholstered because they do not match the MasterCraft Vinyl.

[roddydog]

Cool, thanks. Will check out West Marine this week.

Your parents have a YACHT??? Must be nice!!!

[Rockman]

I do not like the stuff on the dash because it slides around, rattles and looks horrible. What I have done is bought two fiberglass containers for the side of the engine behind the drivers seat. One container holds my ski ropes, gloves, a mask, etc. and the other is empty to throw stuff in when people go skiing. I had the containers upholstered on the top to match my interior, so they look good. These boxes also make an extra seat if I take a few more people than I should and also they are a perfect step for getting in and out of the boat.

We put our MasterCraft Beach Towel on the dash and then our cd's, glasses etc. on top. This prevents the stuff from sliding, prevents scratches on the dash and provides more room on the floor and seats.

I can't stand stuff on the floor unless it is necessary.

[Sodar]

Cool, thanks. Will check out West Marine this week.

Your parents have a YACHT??? Must be nice!!!

Yeah, it was cool while it lasted. Big boats are the biggest pain in the *** though... there was not one time we used it that something did not break. Lucky for me they sold it when I graduated high school and bought a house on a private lake instead!

[Sodar]

I just remember one last pet peeve! Jet Skis, PWCs, Waverunners, Sea Doos, Lake Lice, whatever you wish to call them... 99% of them have no courtesy!!

[BrianM]

Sea Doos, Lake Lice, whatever you wish to call them... I am partial to the term Water Maggot.

[jimmer2880]

I am partial to the term Water Maggot.

I like that term.... I may have to steal it.:D

[Leroy]

I'm not sure why I don't have chips all over the floor. Last outing with wife, daughter, and my mom.

[pilot02]

I am partial to the term Water Maggot.

That's good! We describe them as "Water Knat's" because they're pesky little critters!

[east tx skier]

It will be interesting. Our sets are usually pretty brief though. In other words, we don't take the boat out for the day and sit on the water too often. We either run to our local lake for a quick set, or are at our out of town lake house where we have a dock and lift.

So our MO is hit the water, ski, return. Food never seems to be in the boat (even with the kid). Of course, I consider bottles of forumla in the drink category. In a couple of years, I may have to eat my words (or use their granddad's boat). ;)

[east tx skier]

I stole the boxes from my parents. They used them for their yacht, but you can get them at West Marine. They are used as steps from the dock onto a yacht. My boxes measure 12"Hx12"Wx24"L. They cost about a $100 each. I will try to post a picture soon. I also know that Nautique makes jump seats, but the down side is that they do not provide storage, they cost around $250 and they would need to be reupholstered because they do not match the MasterCraft Vinyl.

I used a Nautique jump seat for a year or so before building mine. Picked it up for $50 at my local CC dealer used. Reupholstered all white (the N just didn't look right in my boat). It worked fine, but was lower than my o-seat. It was, however, much easier to remove than my new seat. Not that I plan on removing it much. Here's the old seat (which now resides in my father-in-law's 205).

[roddydog]

Yeah, it was cool while it lasted. Big boats are the biggest pain in the *** though... there was not one time we used it that something did not break. Lucky for me they sold it when I graduated high school and bought a house on a private lake instead!
Best thing to do. I wouldn't want a big boat for nothin'. Like my 190 and my lake just fine. We are on the north shore which is water access only so it really is quite private, and quiet.
And yes I agree water gnats..............the worst!!!

[vegashomeexpert]

I'm not sure why I don't have chips all over the floor. Last outing with wife, daughter, and my mom.
That cheeze whiz makes the chips stick so something else before they reach the floor. Wonderful product!

[Big Spray]

Last week we drove the boat over to the marina to get a bite to eat. I parked it in a slip and we went up to get a table. After being there for about 30 minutes, I decided that I'd better take a look and make sure the boat was ok since I couldn't see it from our table...and I had my video camera and digital camera in the boat as well, so I wanted to make sure no one was lingering around it, looking for something to steal.

So I get up and walk over to get a view of the boat and there's 3 or 4 kids climbing all over the back of it and jumping off of my swim platform. I just about lost it!!! And the parents of the kids were sitting on a picnic table in front of the slips, just letting them do it!!!

I just don't understand people anymore! What were these people thinking??? Just letting their kids climb and jump around on someone elses boat??? I went down there and yelled at the kids to get their A$$e$ off of my boat, and to stay away from it. I turned around and gave the parents a "look" and they just sat there and never said anything. I couldn't believe it!

No Respect!!! :mad:


Sign of the Times

[ajgressette]

You all need to drink more!!!!!

I dont think I could enjoy my time on the water with so many rules do's and dont's.
I know its not a cheap toy but hey your not taking it with you when you go. Live a little have some fun. Mastercraft makes a tough boat. If they did not I would have something else. Show Nuff.

[vegashomeexpert]

You all need to drink more!!!!!

I dont think I could enjoy my time on the water with so many rules do's and dont's.
I know its not a cheap toy but hey your not taking it with you when you go. Live a little have some fun. Mastercraft makes a tough boat. If they did not I would have something else. Show Nuff.
Here, here! :friday:

[atlfootr]

Last week we drove the boat over to the marina to get a bite to eat. I get up and walk over to get a view of the boat and there's 3 or 4 kids climbing all over the back of it and jumping off of my swim platform. I yelled at the kids to get their A$$e$ off of my boat, and to stay away from it.
What marina where you at, so I don't go there too! :mad:

[atlfootr]

At public launch ramps these people think that it's OK to park in trailer parking spots. Why the sheriff doesn't give parking tickets for that I will never know!That would NEVER happen here on Lanier, especially in the summer time.
The local "Bad Boys" DNR patrol (Department of Natural Rescources) would cite 'em in a heartbeat.

[dallasboats]

I don't like any clutter, everything has it's place and should be there!

[Byrdman]

My Rules

1 Bring your own beer and mine if you dont plan on helping with anything.
2 All women in bikini's or less
2A. Tops and/or Bottoms optionable
2B. Mind the weight limit
3. You break it, you buy it

[Ric]

You all need to drink more!!!!!

I dont think I could enjoy my time on the water with so many rules do's and dont's.
I know its not a cheap toy but hey your not taking it with you when you go. Live a little have some fun. Mastercraft makes a tough boat. If they did not I would have something else. Show Nuff.
yep, don't sweat the smallshiddt

[MarkP]

Cool thread. I sure have learned a lot.. I’m not easily peeved so I’ve been unable to participate much in this thread.

The boat rules crack me up a little too..

[Ric]

you're more abrasive than others though Mark

[MarkP]

LOL..



Come on!! René is the only one that tells me that..

[Ric]

LOL..



Come on!! René is the only one that tells me that..


hahahh and I've never forgotten that :D

[east tx skier]

Ric, don't make me bring up that you made me wear those little hospital booties when I got in your boat. ;)

[jimmer2880]

My Rules

1 Bring your own beer and mine if you dont plan on helping with anything.
2 All women in bikini's or less
2A. Tops and/or Bottoms optionable
2B. Mind the weight limit
3. You break it, you buy it

All I can say is: :headbang:

[flipper]

disrespect, not helping at all, and making a mess not wanting to clean it up. That and people the cry when you ask them to do/ or not to do something. I have given the option of swimming many times, most tend to see it my way after. :D

[mitch]

Just because a car/truck has driving lights, does not mean they need to be on everytime your headlights are on. Just ticks me off. :)

[flipper]

Blocking the launch ramp waiting for somebody to park or go get the trailer would have to be another one. Why can't they go to the other side of the dock out of the way to wait?

[redmike]

people who insist that they know how to drive your boat better than you cause their dad used to have a bayliner when they were growing up......

[flipper]

people who insist that they know how to drive your boat better than you cause their dad used to have a bayliner when they were growing up......
ya, forgot about them, this is true.

[X2M]

Blocking the launch ramp waiting for somebody to park or go get the trailer would have to be another one. Why can't they go to the other side of the dock out of the way to wait?

Hmmm....I wonder if we go to the same launch? And especially when they decide to sit and wait when there are 10 empty slips waiting on the other side of the dock. Yep, I really hate that. :(

[betsy&david Harrison]

Oh the GALL of some people!!! Today i intercepted a call from some "Debbie" asking about when our school track would be available because she is "training for a marathon." She proceeded to tell me that she was out on the track at 8 am and the "students were in here way and in her training lane." OK this was the message I got. So, I call her number and proceed to leave a very professional message about Public School Policy and that to actually be using the facility during school hours she needs to get a permission pass from the office because undocumented persons are considered a threat due to past school violence history. WELL, she calls me back and chewed my arse out! She wouldn't let me get one word in to explain and then hung up on me! GRRRRRR...

[milkmania]

Oh the GALL of some people!!! Today i intercepted a call from some "Debbie" asking about when our school track would be available because she is "training for a marathon." She proceeded to tell me that she was out on the track at 8 am and the "students were in here way and in her training lane." OK this was the message I got. So, I call her number and proceed to leave a very professional message about Public School Policy and that to actually be using the facility during school hours she needs to get a permission pass from the office because undocumented persons are considered a threat due to past school violence history. WELL, she calls me back and chewed my arse out! She wouldn't let me get one word in to explain and then hung up on me! GRRRRRR...
well then, next time you see her on the track.....
call 911 and tell them there's a suspicious looking charactor on the track watching little girls

[Sodar]

well then, next time you see her on the track.....
call 911 and tell them there's a suspicious looking charactor on the track watching little girls

I like it! HA HA HA HA HA!!!

[milkmania]

I like it! HA HA HA HA HA!!!

I've had to do it before:mad:

[JKTX21]

Things in my boat or anyone else's boat I'm on
1. Loud radio when driving in traffic
2. Complaining about gas money - esp. from non-boat owners. I'd much rather pay for just gas than a boat.
3. Dirty feet
4. Messy boat
5. Ramp-tards

[cbryan70]

i have a 1978 mc obviously it isnt in perfect shape. Things that annoy me most would have to be shoes in the boat, inviting neighbors and there young children to come on the boat and not offer me any gas money for pulling their 6 and 4 year old around on a tube. On another note...the best people to have in your boat are the one's who own or have owned a boat....always willing to give gas money, whip the boat down, and even yell at other people in the boat who are being morons!

[DooSPX]

no shoes
no stepping on gunnels
must dip feet in water
no stepping on seat. (one reason I dont have a back seat)
no drinks BUT water
gas money

[KnoxX2]

Biggest PET PEEVE---- I you are a guest dont be an A$$

Help with Gas money
Help Keep Boat clean
Help wipe down at ramp
Help put boat in grauge (PAIN WITH SIDE ENTERY HAVE TO PUSH BY HAND)

MOST OF ALL NO SHOES IN THE BOAT!!!!!!!!!!

[TMCNo1]

what are OCD's


Similar to OCDMCD's (Obcessive, Compulsive, Disfunctional MasterCraft Discorder). I've had it for 18 years and the doctor says take 2 aspirin and go for a boatride in the morning, weather permitting!

[betsy&david Harrison]

well then, next time you see her on the track.....
call 911 and tell them there's a suspicious looking charactor on the track watching little girls
Great idea! None of us knows what she looks like though! I'll have to use my sneaky detective skills. The kids have ways of finding out lots of juicy crap for me. I'll keep you posted if anything develops.

[TMCNo1]

Great idea! None of us knows what she looks like though! I'll have to use my sneaky detective skills. The kids have ways of finding out lots of juicy crap for me. I'll keep you posted if anything develops.


You said Debbie was her name in your original post, so have the teacher/coach working with the students on the field, someone she would not know, go out to the track if they spot someone unfamilar and start hollaring "Debbie" and if and or when she answers them, call the police and have them show the police who she is. How many Debbie's can there be on your track training for a marathon that is not a student!

[ski_king]

:mad: Pet Peeve: Having the phone ring and cannot find any of the phones.
Then go into 16 year old daughters room and finding 5 of them on the floor by her bed.

[dmayer84]

:mad: Pet Peeve: Having the phone ring and cannot find any of the phones.
Then go into 16 year old daughters room and finding 5 of them on the floor by her bed.

Are they all dead too? Always had that with my sister.

[ski_king]

Are they all dead too? Always had that with my sister.
2 of them were.........

Another pet peeve: They all set the phone down beside the charger, not on it........:mad: