Day 46, Pink Shell Resort

Day 46, Pink Shell Resort

We can’t get over what an incredible South FL marina resort deal this is if you stay over 30 days or bring a group of 7 boats, the rate drops from the typical $5/ft/night to $1.30/ft/night. And unlike all the others, there is no 40 ft minimum…you’re charged by your actual LOA, shorepower is metered, not $10/night. Free massive daily breakfast buffet with waiters and servers, pool towels, beach chair & umbrella, resort towels gel etc at private washrooms, free laundry, free truck parking, good gym overlooking the marina etc. Guests in the rooms overlooking this marina are paying $650/night PLUS the $60 ‘resort fee’ but boaters get all that included with the slip fee, which is cheaper than Bobby’s Fish Camp in the boondocks on the TTW plus you won’t get shocked here if you touch a power pedestal. We stored the trailer nearby for $120/mo but Neighbor.com has a 40x10 driveway for $99. We’ve previously explored all the nearby waterways and Keys and are using the boat like a floating RV until Hontoon next month.

What broke:
An odd bolt on the back of a camp chair. Fixed with a quick trip to ACE and the Helpful Hardware Man.

The one year old, $4,400 tankless gas water heater froze up and self-destructed during the record cold front a few weeks ago. The manual says the optional anti-freezing recirculation feature still functions even if power is turned off at the heater. Well, I made the mistake of turning it off at the breaker panel, not at the heater. Not covered under warranty. My Bad, but Ouch.

We still count the Phifertex camperback as our best mod to date…very good privacy, deflects most rain, allows breezes through, and very compact storage when folded (you can’t do that to any clear vinyl).

The new fly by wire engines with integral electric steering have some great features. The OWW was a fun way to get the 20 hours break in period, but haven’t yet got up to WOT since it’s all 25 MPH max manatee zone around here.

Safe Travels, and hope to see you at Hontoon!
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