Mo2vation MARCH 24, '07 Boat Dive planning thread - Pacific Star

[headhunter]

How comfortable is this boat? Obviously I've never been on it and would like to learn more. Their website isn't as informative as it should be.

Who's been on this boat before?
How Did you like it?
Does it compare to any of the Ventura boats?


Thanks

Billy

It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time! Peanut Butter Jelly Time!

The last couple of times we've been out on this boat, it's had rave reviews for a high level of comfort and a great crew.

I wouldn't rank the boat itself as highly as the Peace, but think it beats the other Ventura boats I've been on.

I look forward to comparing it to the Raptor, which we are diving on next month. I'm expecting both to be great, but they are probably very different types of boats offering a different kind of experience.

Maybe some others will chime in with their impressions.

Christian

 

[TeqP]

How comfortable is this boat? Obviously I've never been on it and would like to learn more.

The boat is a very nice boat and the crew has been good the 3 times I have been on the boat. My only complaint is that it seems like it takes longer than most boats to get to the island since they are in Redondo. As long as the seas are calm, it just means you get to sleep a little longer.

I wouldn't rank the boat itself as highly as the Peace

Definitely not the Peace, but no where near the Sunfish either!

It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time!

 

[Empty V]

It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time!

Dude Phil, that's so beyond awesome I don't know what to say besides, Thank You.

Billy

 

[JodiBB]

Christian...thanks for the call!!! I'm looking forward to diving with you again next weekend!!!!

 

[headhunter]

I've contacted everyone I know of that is scheduled to go on the boat and everyone has agreed that going to Santa Barbara Island instead of the front side of Catalina.

If you are interested in this then you may want to call and put your name on the waiting list if the boat is full. Last I checked there may be 1 or 2 spots open.

I'm waiting for a call back from David or Sonja with specific info about boarding and departure times, etc. I'll post them as soon as I know.

I'm excited about this! I think this is the first time that I'll be going out to SBI.

Christian

 

[Mo2vation]

How comfortable is this boat? Obviously I've never been on it and would like to learn more. Their website isn't as informative as it should be.

Who's been on this boat before?
How Did you like it?
Does it compare to any of the Ventura boats?


Thanks

Billy

Lots of deck space. You step up into the galley. Its funny to see people not get that - just don't run across the deck and you'll be OK. Love the deck "dry storage" shelves along the galley wall - wish all boats had this. Your face towel, cap, sunglasses, flipflops and drybox can all fit there and stay out of the way. Benches for all. Nicer bunk room (not "open" like the Peace.) Not a high dive gate like the Spectre. Swim step isn't too bad. Chase boat. Warm water showers on the swim platform.

The Pac Star has hands down the best camera station of any local SoCal boat I've been on. The Camera Station is downstairs, lots of outlets, plenty of room on the table, its protected from wet divers, etc.

Large galley, plenty of seating so you're not standing around outside to eat. Two heads with showers that are accessed from inside the back of the galley / salon area.

Nice top deck for kicking it.

I really love Dave and I like this boat. These guys bust it to give divers a good experience.

Bring LP tanks if you got them. Unless they've upgraded their compressor in the last 6 months, a full boat means you'll be waiting for fills this boat has a very slow compressor. Plus, when the boat is full you won't get 3000 fills. You're gonna get 2800 or so.

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Ken

 

[headhunter]

Sonya called me back with the details, which I've also included as an update to the first post of this thread.

We're boarding the boat the night before. We can board at 8pm.

The boat will leave at 3am on Saturday morning.

We'll get back at about 5:30 - 6pm.

Only $15 more for a total of $120.

This will be great! When we wake up we'll be there.

Christian

 

[JodiBB]

Thanks for the update Christian!!!

 

[Empty V]

Well I left a message and sent an email. Hopefully there is still room.

Billy

 

[shark.byte.usa]

Thanks Christian, see everyone next Friday