Lake Winni Yacht Clubs

snowman · 07-25-2016, 05:24 AM

Thanks for all the insight!

Would anyone have any concerns purchasing a slip next to (literally on the dock that I would tie to) the gas dock and pump out?

Winnisquamer · 07-25-2016, 05:49 AM

I would be concerned, Do you want to be in a constant in and out boat traffic jam?

Rich · 07-25-2016, 06:16 AM

When using a pump out, there usually are certain smells that accompany the process.

Do you have a sensitive nose?

Loub52 · 07-25-2016, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by snowman

Thanks for all the insight!

Would anyone have any concerns purchasing a slip next to (literally on the dock that I would tie to) the gas dock and pump out?

While your hull will get dirty being in the water for the season, being right next to the fuel dock and pumpout location, your hull will get even dirtier due to fuel spills, etc. Also, being right next to the fuel dock will likely see your boat getting tossed around quite a bit more due to frequent boat traffic.

TiltonBB · 07-25-2016, 01:01 PM

If you are real close to the gas dock and the pump out area you should see what exposure your boat will have.

If you spend much time watching people dock you will notice that skill levels vary widely. At a busy gas dock there may be many boats coming and going and when mistakes happen you would hate to have them bouncing off of your boat.

If you are the type who enjoys sitting on your boat at the dock I can think of a lot better places to be than watching boats get pumped out. Also, I have seen people think that because the gas pumps are closed it is OK to use the gas dock like it is a public dock so you might see a lot of strangers docking there.

I think there are better choices.

georgefelt · 08-01-2016, 08:45 PM

I went through a similar search a year ago and ended up buying a slip at Bay Shore Yacht Club in Meredith. So far the cons are tight parking on big summer weekends (but this is true everywhere, so live with it), occasional rock and roll from wakes thrown by big boat scofflaws. Pros: great value, easy access to excellent marina service and storage, and walking distance to all the good stuff in Meredith. Slip owners are friendly and the association is well run by financially responsible people (it is a condo association). Some slips are shallow so think ahead to low levels. Some slips are "tight" so consider your docking skills. Bottom line for me: I love it and would do it again in a heartbeat. Your milage may vary... Check minutes from last owners meeting before you commit, and do not buy the slip next to the gas dock unless you really need deep water with easy access (e.g., fixed keel on a big sailboat) for all the reasons listed by other posters. Location in Meredith was a key positive factor for me. Good luck!

07-25-2016, 06:16 AM	#3
Rich Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Derry / Gilford Posts: 1,246 Thanks: 73 Thanked 345 Times in 235 Posts	When using a pump out, there usually are certain smells that accompany the process. Do you have a sensitive nose? __________________ Don't listen to me, obviously I don't understand what I'm talking about! Let's help each other save time and money: WinniGas.com

08-01-2016, 08:45 PM	#6
georgefelt Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 4 Posts	BSYC Meredith I went through a similar search a year ago and ended up buying a slip at Bay Shore Yacht Club in Meredith. So far the cons are tight parking on big summer weekends (but this is true everywhere, so live with it), occasional rock and roll from wakes thrown by big boat scofflaws. Pros: great value, easy access to excellent marina service and storage, and walking distance to all the good stuff in Meredith. Slip owners are friendly and the association is well run by financially responsible people (it is a condo association). Some slips are shallow so think ahead to low levels. Some slips are "tight" so consider your docking skills. Bottom line for me: I love it and would do it again in a heartbeat. Your milage may vary... Check minutes from last owners meeting before you commit, and do not buy the slip next to the gas dock unless you really need deep water with easy access (e.g., fixed keel on a big sailboat) for all the reasons listed by other posters. Location in Meredith was a key positive factor for me. Good luck!

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07-25-2016, 05:24 AM	#1
snowman Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks for all the insight! Would anyone have any concerns purchasing a slip next to (literally on the dock that I would tie to) the gas dock and pump out?

07-25-2016, 05:49 AM	#2
Winnisquamer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Winnisquam Posts: 408 Thanks: 72 Thanked 115 Times in 73 Posts	I would be concerned, Do you want to be in a constant in and out boat traffic jam?

07-25-2016, 01:01 PM	#5
TiltonBB Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Gilford, NH and Florida Posts: 3,019 Thanks: 702 Thanked 2,203 Times in 937 Posts	If you are real close to the gas dock and the pump out area you should see what exposure your boat will have. If you spend much time watching people dock you will notice that skill levels vary widely. At a busy gas dock there may be many boats coming and going and when mistakes happen you would hate to have them bouncing off of your boat. If you are the type who enjoys sitting on your boat at the dock I can think of a lot better places to be than watching boats get pumped out. Also, I have seen people think that because the gas pumps are closed it is OK to use the gas dock like it is a public dock so you might see a lot of strangers docking there. I think there are better choices.