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With the sad announcement of Claude Turners today, we decided that we are going to re – publish a story from a time back at the 70th anniversary of Aristocraft. As a tribute to one of the true founders of our passion. Claude Turner. As a community we are truly blessed to have wonderful families
... Read more.We just got this news. So sad.The Turner family is a fantastic family and Claude’s legacy is safe for sure. All us at WoodyBoater share our deep respect for all Claude did to enrich our community and lives. Below is the official noteification from the Turner family Claude Turner, founder of Aristocraft boats, passed away
... Read more.We got in this cool first look at a new 18 ft Aristo Craft Torpedo WOW, and from what Scott is telling us, it’s because of the kids. HAHAHAHAHAAHA, Wow, we have all used that one before to get another boat. But to design and build an entire new model. That is genus, and shows
... Read more.Last week when we did a report on the Lake Chatuge show, the folks at AristoCraft showed up to the party with a VERY cool custom version of there signature boat. They called it “Firecracker” and we fell deep in love with it right away. Now, Aristocrafts definitely are not mistaken for other designs and
... Read more.The Turner family, Woody Boater royalty are celebrating a huge day today. Turns out Claude Turner, is turning 100 today! Yup 100! And to top it all off, Aristocraft boat co is celebrating its 70th birthday as well. Yes, a family business still in the business of making the boats the way they used to
... Read more.Well if that headline doesn’t get you to read on, I am not sure what would. And why would I go on a rant about a dumb brochure? I mean it’s got babes, and all sorts of vintage coolness. But, here is my issue. It’s all one big rip off. Like if I was Chris
... Read more.Back in 2017 while on our Lake Como trip, we met Davide and Luca Glisenti at their business on the Lake. I was so blown away and from time to time I go back to that moment when I met them. So kind, so gifted, and the energy of youth. What a wonderful combination. And
... Read more.From time to time this subject comes up in the bowels of the comment section. Someone takes a shot at Woody Boater regarding most of our stories being about Chris Craft. Well, is that true, or Russian fake news being spread? Well. It is true. Most of the stories here do contain a chris craft.
... Read more.As you may recall we were all invited to visit Glisenti Boats by fellow Woody Boaters Davide and Luca Glisenti, and so we did for sure. In what appears to be an entire trip to lake Como and never seeing one Riva. But man oh man, we have seen some other amazing boats. The standards
... Read more.One of the true joys of having done Woody Boater for over 15 years, is watching the future grow up. Every year at Lake Dora I have a buddy who keeps me smiling, and confident that all is well in the world. Owen Turner. Actually the entire Turner Family gives me hope that despite all
... Read more.A huge thanks to David Shepler of Moms Mink fame and now Sons Of Varnish Indiana Chapter Top Brusher. Okay we need titles for the gangs. Like Brush Boy? Thats for the new guys. Flow for a lady member. They can have Roll and Tip partys. Rock and roll and tip toeing? No? Ya, maybe
... Read more.First the “Ado”. These shoot outs are one of my favorite things to report on. This year we have Steve Lapkin and Kent O. Smith at it again, just like we did back in the day. Yup, its been that long. This year I was able to be there in human form and see these
... Read more.A huge thanks to Kent O.Smith for a extra large bucket of wings report from Buffalo. So we need to break it into two parts. mmmmm maybe with some Blue Cheese, and… Take it away Mr Kent O “what and eye you have” Smith. If you’ve never been to the Niagara Frontier Chapter show, then
... Read more.We are waiting on some fun reports, and sadly some not so fun reports in from New Orleans. But deadlines are deadlines, so this morning, you get some yummy sausage with your coffee varnish. For those of you new to Sausage days. Its a collection of unrelated stuff that is too small for a story,
... Read more.With your help, lets keep the Lake Dora un gathering going. After all, on the …clean.. surface Lake Dora is about boats, but deep in the heart of it all, the Lake Dora event is a start of the year for us in this community. A beginning, a renewal of hope, of time together on
... Read more.As many of you have read over the years, my job has me working long hours sometimes and all over the planet. But when its the holiday time, we shut the office down for two weeks. Everyone takes a break and gets some well deserved rest. And today, is that day we all feared would
... Read more.I pray you have been tuning in and enjoying the fun that’s been happening here on Woody Boater live from the Big Alex bay event. Well, its now turning into Woodstock, or better yet Woodystock! We have a thing happening with more artists among us. Today, the YNOT Yachts gang is gonna jam a bit
... Read more.This is a very special weekend for many of us. Since according to our stats, we have around 85% men reading, and in an age group that is above 30, its fair to say that many fathers, and grandfathers are here. Being a father is a very special privilege, and as we age, realize how
... Read more.I noticed the other day that somehow I own 4 decades of boats. As in a 1968, 1958, 1948, and 1937 but they made the same boat in 1938. Would have been cool if it was a 1938.. It’s interesting to see the evolution and enjoyment that each bring. We refer to our boats as
... Read more.A huge thanks to long time fellow Woody Boaters Julie and Chris Bullen from way up NORTH for sending us in this report from Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst. Woodyboater, We had a boat show. Julie and I as well as the whole family had a wonderful day at our 38th show. This show is becoming a
... Read more.A huge thanks to fellow Woody Boater Michael Maddox and the good folks at Lake Chatuge who know how to attract a wonderful crowd of classic boats. We love Michael’s photos and man oh man they tell a wonderful story. Like a silent movie. You get it. So sit back with your coffee varnish and
... Read more.Thanks to the future single Woody Boater Eric Zelman sent us in this fun story. I will add, that there is nothing more fun than bringing home a mess, and spending the weekend getting her out on the water having fun. That is Woody Boating at its best, even if its plastic boating! Take it
... Read more.Yesterdays story on future Collectable Boats hit a vein for sure. One of our most active days in Months and to be honest, some fantastic insight into other brands of boats that are not on our radar. For example, Cigarette Boats, Formula Boats, Sure we know about them, but for some reason forgot. Thanks for
... Read more.So much for thinking there is never anything to do in the winter with Classic Boats. As you know, we set off to Clayton NY to pick up Suzy’s top, that then turned into another 3 hour drive to Reedville from DC. But that was just part of what was going on all over the
... Read more.In 1956 fellow Woody Boater Randy Mueller’s dream of one day ownig a Matthews Martinique Express began when he received his first set of brochures from the MATTHEWS Company in Port Clinton, Ohio with a nice letter from their sales manager, R.E. Reynolds. Randy was only 11 years old at the time, but now –
... Read more.This is a remarkable story about fellow Woody Boater Randy Mueller and his 55 year dream to some day own a perfectly restored Matthews Martinique Express. I first met Randy at the 2010 Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance, he was there with his freshly restored 1955 Aristo Craft Torpedo “Saving Grace.” While visiting with Randy at
... Read more.In yesterdays story, fellow Woody Boater Kelly Wittenauer reported in from The Aristocraft HQ and other areas. All we got was two photos and that was enough for me. And since I am in a bit of a 48 hr meeting marathon coma, Or is that a comma, or is it a “,” which could
... Read more.Okay, today has all the potential for a loop story. Whats a loop story? Well its a story that just never ends. It can just swirl around in a loop. For example. Is leap year in New Zealand? So yes? But? Is it already over since they are a day ahead? Was it yesterday? And
... Read more.Back when WoodyBoater started over 15 years ago, Bjorn was also starting his restoration of an amazing Barrel Back. And yes he had a blog that showed the process. WOW. And on top of all that, Bjorn is one of the nicest and most friendly citizens of Woodyboaterville. His work is amazing. Like serious amazing.
... Read more.A huge thanks to Rabbit, and Dane Anderson for this report from Minnesota. Are you ready, cause you are gonna want to book rooms now. And also just be prepared for the milking. Like imagine Sir Plug Lot with serious professional help. Here goes. Let the Minnetonka Milking begin! Oh and I got to make
... Read more.Fellow Woody Boater David Irvine from the Michigan gang shared some amazing images from the Bay harbor International, and HOLY CRAP! Kudos to the ACBS for blowing the universe away with all this mahogany magic. I mean, HOLY CRAP! I mean, where do these boats come from? I know, I know, it’s a metaphor. Like
... Read more.You talk about road trips. Right after lake Dora, Kent hopped on a space shuttle and just said, floor it, I need some boaters, I cant take dock shots anymore, and getting people to pose? So, I am headed to a place where no one has gone before. Yes, and Woody Boater is there as
... Read more.Today, the 13th Gull Lake Classic at the Bar Harbor Supper Club in Minnesota is back, and back strong as ever with over 100 classic boats registered for this years big show. Ahead of this years show, on Friday, with perfect weather and calm water they organized a pre-event lunch and boat cruise on Gull
... Read more.A huge thanks to Rabbit for a well written and spelled report from the Bob well Spelt..z Spring clinic. I know, I know, I ruined the story with my lame aft spelling pun. Sorry Rabbit. I am going to just slither away now. OH.. And I get to make up the captions. Sorry again.. The
... Read more.What a jammed packed day. I think I sat down once, maybe twice to cram in a burger. Moved some major merch and met a bunch of folks. On top of all that we had some friends come by and snuck out for a quick cruise up the canal. But without a doubt, the best
... Read more.Today we celebrate on of the most powerful forces in the universe. LOVE. One of my favorite quotes regarding love is from Mahatma Gandhi, “Where there is Love, There is Life”. It sums it all up so powerfully. That is the definition of life. We are blessed in this little community to be the type
... Read more.Here we go, Live-ish from Mr Steve Lapkin, reports in from Coeur d’Alene with lots of flowery words, and some amazing snaps. Not sure what is more beautiful, the words or the snaps? Also at the bottom of the story is the link to the Big Winners from Dan at the ACBS. Take it away
... Read more.THE ANNUAL GULL LAKE CLASSIC at BAR HARBOR SUPPER CLUB show in Minnesota, presented by the Land O’Lakes Classic Boat Club, never disappoints. A wonderful and diverse collection of antique & classic boats, some dating back to the 1920s, right up to the 1970s, from 33 footers to 15 footers (and everything in between) they’re
... Read more.THE 2021 MINNESOTA CLASSIC BOATING SEASON KICKS OFF at the historic Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar in Crosslake, MN. The event, which is officially named the 2021 Whitefish Chain Classic Boat Show was held on Saturday, with a sold out entry list of over 60 classic boats. And thankfully for us, Bill Terry (event
... Read more.A huge thanks to fellow Woody Boater Of the Month, Owen Turner for doing this special interview with us. If you want to get a snap shot of our future leaders in our community, here ya go. Hurry though, they grow up way to fast. Hey there Owen, tell us a bit about yourself? My
... Read more.From the Mental Health Division of WoodyBoater Labs, our Surgeon General Dr Troy has tested and re tested these specific images to see if they actually help you think about something other than getting sick and not being able to get into a hospital. Sorry, that didn’t help. But thats okay cause we have THIS.
... Read more.As Kent O. Smith weeds though thousands of photos from his photo shoot, we have the list of winners from this years show. No photos though. But we will improvise as usual. Stay tuned for Kent O.s Phot O’s ! Award Winners at the 55th Annual Antique Boat Show & Auction CLAYTON, New York (August
... Read more.A huge thanks to Michael Maddox for sharing his library of images from various shows around the South. So we get to try something new. A Mash Up. I mean does it really matter what dock the boats are at? We just want great photos of boats, so today, right smack dab in the middle
... Read more.Over the past 12 years of doing this we have gotten so many wonderful photos and memories of all our fathers here. So as I was preparing today’s story, I found myself just enjoying the love and joy in all these photos. Enjoy them again, I can over and over. HAPPY FATHERS DAY! Kens photo
... Read more.I got this wonderful note from Scott Turner from AristoCraft Boats yesterday and it was a wonderful reminder of why we do what we do. The Turners are amazing people and family. Yes, they are not sponsors, but we support them 100%, Gail Turner is a former ACBS President and one of the kindest person
... Read more.We hope you are blessed with fine weather and flat water today. Here in Reedville Virginia we have a wonderful tradition of the Easter Bunny going around town on a wonderful Buyboat called the Elva C. Thanks to the Reedville Fishermens Museum. Got an Easter Egg colored boat! Lets see it. Happy Easter and
... Read more.Fellow Woody Boater Ned Protexter sent us in a rebuttal to yesterdays story on young people. YES! We got a story I didnt have to write, and possibly a thing going here. I also agree with his rebuttal. Hell I agree with most anything if it helps and is fun. Here we go! “Ohh no,
... Read more.One sure sign I am getting revived is that I havn’t been on ebay for an entire week! I am sure you all are thankful as well. Today we started the day by going to the show by boat. Never even got into the car. Now that is an amazing day! Lunch with great pals
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