I occasionally break ice with my 14 TDB in northern New England. I put some extra layers of fiberglas on the hull where it meets the ice for peace of mind. I take it slow and watch behind me. I don't want to get trapped in ice sheets that close behind me and refuse to break under the push and...
I'd like to find a reasonably priced BBSB project boat I can bring back to life for my grandson. He's not yet old enough to hunt but will be one day. In the meantime, I'd like to put a mast on it so he can sail it until he gets his hunting license. I'm in Massachusetts, willing to drive to...
I like my TDB 14 classic. It hunts two guys and a dog, my 45 pound AWS. Things get tight when setting out decoys and moving about in the boat, but once seated and in place, it's comfortable. I think I'd like to own the 14 sea class for the extra beam when moving about, but I've enjoyed the...
I use 10 foot long 1x2s that I buy at HD. I sharpen the ends and put them through loops I tie on to my TDB grassing rails. These allow me to stay out in the current, facing the decoys, with use of an anchor. I hunt in New England so I can usually push the wood into the mud. I bring an extra one...
I will do that ... and I've begun looking for a new house that would provide me with a workshop. The next duck hunting season may cost me in excess of several hundred thousand dollars. Ah, the life of a duck hunter.
Steve, Yes, Eric from the forum is sending a block tomorrow. I've learned a lot from these exchanges and the forum. I can see now that 's it's not enough to have a spread of decoys, boat, dog and shotgun. I need a workshop ... Lou
Eric, That's very generous of you. Many thanks. Here's my address. Let me know what I owe you, postage, etc. Again, thanks.
Lou Ureneck
83 Ivy Street No. 22
Brookline, MA 02446
Steve, This is very helpful. I checked your previous posts and looked at your website and work. It's mpressive, for sure. By acclimation, you seem to be the forum's go-to guy on decoy repair. Thanks for your thoughts. I will post some pics.