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[@stanwalls6434]

Thanks guys great job for showing unknown boating options ⚓️❤️⚓️❤️

[@staycool123]

Always neat to see something new right? Thanks for watching😎

[@miked5563]

Great video. I'm jealous of your retirement life.

[@staycool123]

Glad you enjoyed this episode. Thanks so much for watching Mike😎

[@larrydicenzo3826]

Enjoyed the reviews, thank you.

[@staycool123]

Glad you enjoyed it Larry. Thanks so much for watching😎

[@Alex000113]

Nice presentation ...pricey though.

[@staycool123]

Nice to have different options and in truth all boats require resources to buy, run and maintain. Thanks for watching this episode😎

[@Cheers_Warren]

Fyi the Seapiper was orriginally designed and molds bui!t in so-cal but the molds were sent to China for production. 10-15 were produced then.
Production returned to the us with minor deck changes built to based on experience with first production run.
Boat is reminesnt of the wood pendcott boats bui!t in 60' &70's that also had the center cotpit.
Some of the owners of the first boats have found ways to get shade over the cotpit. Vital in anywhere but pnw.
Interesting design but 10' beam is trailable as a simp!e wide load and would enhance the living space. They missed a trick there.
Cheers warren

[@staycool123]

The SeaPiper is an interesting vessel and we appreciate you sharing your info. It’s refreshing to see the influence of European designers. Thanks so much for watching!😎

[@grantpeachey6908]

very interesting I would of never known about these boats thanks

[@staycool123]

Interesting designs! Thanks so much for watching Grant😎

[@naguimatta8634]

great and timely video .. thanks ... I've been fascinated by the Finland boats, particularly the Targas ... walkaround decks, speed when you need it, fuel economy .. seems ideal for solo loopers : ) .. I've talked to one of the US dealers ..but have not seen one in person ..(yet) ... interested in your thoughts on 1) serviceability of these boats (targa / sargo) given their overseas origin , the systems, minimal dealer support, etc .. and 2) suitability of these boats for the loop ... seems ok on paper, but you've done the loop, and seen these boats .... all the best to you two as always, nagui

[@staycool123]

Hi Nagui!
Targa and Sargo would be good choices for the Great Loop. The smaller models make good use of space but may have limited head room in the berths (like in the Targa 30) so if you’re living on it for any length of time you might opt for a larger vessel (33’ and up). But they are robust and well designed. The Targas we saw had Volvo Penta so getting engine parts would be standard. Targa boats have been introduced by Cardinal Yacht Sales in Washington State and more recently by East Coast Yacht Sales in Maine. You’d want to check with them how service is offered from out of state. Maybe a Targa for your next loop? Thanks for watching😎

[@naguimatta8634]

@@staycool123 ... now if you can only do something about the pricetag :) ... looking forward to your next video

[@slomoking]

I wonder if you have to pay the VAT on these. Really like the Targas.

[@staycool123]

That’s a good question! There are many rules governing the importation of boats, both in the USA and Canada. If you deal with a boat dealer directly, they may include the import & duty fees in their price. There would also be sales tax based on your jurisdiction.
From what we understand, VAT (Value Added Tax) is a tax applicable to boats purchased (or imported) and used in the EU. Certainly before making the purchase of an imported boat in any country, it would be best to understand the rules where you live and learn all the fees as they relate to importation, duty and sales tax. Thanks for watching!😎