Recent content by Bobby Saccenti

It was great for Will Smith owner of Phantom Boats to stop by our Chief Booth. Will is one of the few builders in the industry that I truly respect for his dedication for perfection that goes into all of his products. We often rib each other on who is copying who. But the truth of the matter is...

John Crouse I was sadden when I was informed of the passing of John. I first met John 1972 at Don’s office on 188th Street. Throughout the years John was always a good friend and a great Journalist and will be deeply missed. When John first published his famous SEARACE “A history of offshore...

Thanks George Jr. New Years resolution, At our age if the boat goes over 55 MPH we stay on the dock and watch.. :eek: See you at the Party

Mr. Brownie I received a call from Sonny Miller. He also will be attending the Party.. For those on Serious offshore that don’t know Sonny, he is the M in MSV Boat Company.. He has be posting on the board under the name Cal500.

Mr. Chris Would you have a few tickets for the old timers.. I heard that South Beach Mango’s serves warm milk and accepts AARP discount cards.. Charley McCarty called and he also would like to attend. Thank You

Apache Logo Hey Jack!! What seems to be your problem with the apache LOGO.. Why are you twisting the truth and posting half cocked?? The facts you have only go back to when we met in 2003-4.. Jack there is a whole other set of facts that you seem to be misinformed about prier to our meeting...

Stecz It was a fun weekend, having a few dinners and wave hopping with you and Chris. I am Looking forward to meet again in NYC. As far as Michigan City, they definitely know how to host a powerboat Race. Many thanks for all the kind words from the folks that joined me for a blast in the 42'...

Happy belated Birthday Darren.. I hope all your Birthday wishes come true....

Scotty B My deepest condolence to you and your family.

Thank You Mark I just want to say a BIG thanks to Mark for all his help and hospitality .. When we first arrived in Grand Haven the Chief was turn-key and ready to go. Although I haven’t seen the Chief for a couple of years other than pictures.. Mark and Mike kept the Chief looking like...

Happy Birthday Brother Mark din din @ Larenzos when you come into town next week.. Let me know how many candles I need to get for the cake :sifone:

TNT Got Talent A few more pictures of the day. The producers and directors were amazed how professional everybody was for supplying and handling the right equipment and personnel to make their jobs a lot easier. My reply to them was : HA! This was definitely not our first barbecue..

Frank I recall maybe three with the original design.. The 36 - F2 boat is still owned by its original owner Carl in New Hampshire.. Every once in a whiel he takes it out for a blast. We still stay in touch. I will have to look for some picture of the other ones.. Meansteak 41 Yes I also...

HA! I don't think you really want to get into this one at this time.. Maybe a at a latter date.. But here is a picture of a early Apache I built 35' / 12' beam powered by 3208 Caterpillers..

Duna The very first 36’ Apache I built was sent to St Tropez, and many more followed.. One of my favorites was a boat called “Calumet” I believe it mean Chief in French?? Sorry to say all the pictures I had of this boat are lost someplace.. I also think this boat was seenh being used for a...