Marine

Fiberglassics or fibervillains

February 15, 2012

Collectors' appreciation for classic fiberglass boats is on the rise
The correlation is obvious. As the popularity of fiberglass boats rose during the 1950s and '60s, the near-demise of wooden runabouts followed – along with some understandable disdain for the "new kids on the block." But are classic fiberglass boats truly as ugly and unworthy as they've been made out to be? A growing number of collectors say no.
"It's true that the advent of fiberglass meant the end of the wooden boat era ...
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Do I really need all this coverage?

February 15, 2012

Hagerty Marine often contacts its policy holders to confirm that their coverage is adequate to meet their needs. One question we often hear is, “Do I really need all that?” Of course, that’s up to you. But history has taught us that “unexpected” doesn’t mean “impossible.” And because, with few exceptions, marine insurance is not required anywhere in the U.S. and Canada, always assume that other vessels don’t have coverage ...
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Seth Katz thinks so - and thats a promise

April 11, 2012

Seth Katz searched for years to find a 1953 Chris-Craft Rocket similar to the one that his grandfather owned when he was a kid. Katz found one, all right – the actual 17-foot runabout that he remembered from his childhood. The thrill of that amazing discovery and purchase was soon followed by a disappointing experience with a restorer, and it sent Katz down a new career path.
"I had sold my business and was supposed to retire ...
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