Shipping Advice - The Hull Truth

hdle · 11-11-2009, 07:01 PM

Please weigh in if you have any advice, I'm thinking of buying a boat in Florida and having it shipped to Texas. I've heard a few stories of folks not getting their boats or getting them with damage. Company recommendations or good experiences or the ones to stay away from.

linesix · 11-11-2009, 07:03 PM

Use an insured professional, get references. How big is the boat?

hdle · 11-11-2009, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by linesix

Use an insured professional, get references. How big is the boat?

Sorry, 28' plus trailer, with twins.

aero993 · 11-11-2009, 07:09 PM

I purchase a boat in Texas and had it shipped to Md.(Hydra Sports 2500 CC with twin 150's) I used uship. The shipper that I used was great. Here is the website http://www.giddyupngo.com/
I will shoot you his cell number.

No interest just a pleased customer.

Anthony

C Skip R · 11-11-2009, 07:10 PM

I sold my GW36 to someone in Galveston and had it shipped by carrier from Central Florida. Don't remember who it was but no problems.

linesix · 11-11-2009, 07:11 PM

That is a pretty simple move, not like it has to be torn down first.

hdle · 11-11-2009, 07:53 PM

Any idea what something like this should cost?

aero993 · 11-11-2009, 08:27 PM

I paid around $1 a mile, fuel was cheaper than.

hdle · 11-19-2009, 09:38 AM

Bad news Aero Mike is out of business. Anyone else know of a company? Boat is in Fl need to bring to Texas.

Afishinado · 11-19-2009, 09:41 AM

No affliation, but theres a company in Jensen Beach FL called 'Skippers Shipper' All I can say is I have seen everything on their rigs from 16' boats on trailers to 45'ers and they have been in the same place for at least 8 years..

signmansez · 11-19-2009, 10:41 AM

go to uship.com
it is like ebay for shipping
post your load, start and finish points, dates and the truckers will bid on your shipment.

David M. · 11-19-2009, 10:47 AM

I used 'Skippers Shipper' when I bought my Blackfin from Fort Pierce Fl. I had it shipped to Freeport, TX. to Dos Amigos boat works. The only damage that was done was from the guy I hired to take the tower apart. He loaded some of the riggers wrong and caused a large rub on the windshield. But as far a shipper goes, I would highly recommend 'Skippers Shipper' .

David

Native Gator · 11-19-2009, 11:22 AM

Not sure if they're still in business, but Joule Yacht Transport is really great to work with. Shipped our 28' walkaround from Idaho to Orlando (long story) with no damage and right on time. This was back in the early 90's, so I don't remember the price and it shows they've been around a long time. Good luck!

49erJim · 11-19-2009, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by signmansez

go to uship.com
it is like ebay for shipping
post your load, start and finish points, dates and the truckers will bid on your shipment.

just be very carefull and check whoever you use out well on USHIP. A TON OF FLAKES ON THAT SITE.