Thursday, June 30, 2011

NOTES ON THE PERSHING 108' from Justin Blue & ShelterPop



"The Pershing 108 is more than an incredible machine...It is a work of art!  Given the engineering hurdles of building this yacht and the fact that the initial testing exceeded all performance estimations, the P108 is a true testimonial to the strength of the Pershing brand and the Group.  Recently, Hull Number One was delivered to a very happy owner and they will begin a summer filled with trips, starting in Croatia. 


Hull Number Two is currently under construction and still available for sale with a delivery around the first of the year.  For any existing Pershing client looking to move up, or a new client looking for a unique and amazing yacht, the Pershing 108 should be on the list of potentials."


Justin Blue
North American Product Manager
Pershing Yachts


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CRAZY/SEXY/COOL: LIVING ON THE NEWEST LUXURY YACHT

THE KINGS OF SUMMER

Another good article and photos from SportFishing magazine. This, about fishing the king mackerel.

http://www.sportfishingmag.com/gallery/photo-galleries/2011/06/kings-summer

Monday, June 27, 2011

RECORD BLUE MARLIN CAUGHT IN BAHAMAS LAST FRIDAY!

Anglers: They're out there!  Check out this story that ran in the Treasure Coast News this weekend!   (www.tcpalm.com/photos/2011/jun/25/316626)








Angler David Albury of Man-O-War Cay (to the right of the blue marlin) and the crew of the Double Dog fishing team from Fort Lauderdale celebrates Friday after catching the new Bahamian record blue marlin weighing 1,119 pounds. The big blue was caught during the Treasure Cay Billfish Tournament, the fifth and final leg of the 38th Bahamas Billfish Championship series. photo provided by the BBC

Sunday, June 26, 2011

SPECTACULAR PANAMA: Sportfishing Magazine

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While doing some reading, I came across this article in Sportfishing Magazine (link above in yellow) and thought it worthy of sharing.  Personally, I’ve heard of the Tropic Star Lodge (www.tropicstar.com) but I’ve never visited and can’t really understand why.  After reading this article, I’ve placed it on my bucket list and hope to take the adventure someday soon.  With my three boys now in their 20’s, I guess I really don’t have much of an excuse.  Fishing is something I love to do but have not had the the time or the opportunity to make it a priority.   After seeing these pictures and reading the article, I certainly plan to make it one!
Panama has some of the greatest fishing in the world and the Tropic Star Lodge makes it most memorable with luxury, waterfront accommodations and service.  If you have the desire -- as I do -- to catch amazing fish and enjoy a tropical paradise, this is the place to visit.  Maybe we will see each other there!

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

PERSONAL SAFETY TIPS FOR MARINE ADVENTURES

Safe yachting and boating should be the concern of everyone that is taking to the water for fun, relaxation, excitement, enjoyment, and fishing.  Although there many aspects to discuss, today I’d just like to touch on a few tips and precautions for personal well-being. 
Before heading out on your marine adventure, it is always important to let someone know where you are going and who will be with you.  Having a float plan -- and sharing it with a responsible adult -- will help others know where to start looking for you if something should go wrong on the water.  Accidents are never expected and always happen at the most inopportune times, so its good to make someone else aware of your whereabouts.  Likewise, if you change your plan, be sure to let them know that, too! 
A similar example -- not related to boating -- is when I need to make an unexpected trip to Florida’s west coast.  It’s quite possible when driving across the state on that narrow, two-lane highway to miss a turn and slip off into a ditch where you may not be easily found.  So I always let my office or my wife know my travel plans and when I expect to be back in town.   On the water, similar things can happen and it is critical to know where to start looking in case of an accident.
For longer trips, I recommend a device called SPOT that lets people know your location with constant up-dates.  It’s relatively inexpensive and could be invaluable in case of an emergency.  For more information, please click the following link: http://www.findmespot.com/en/index.php.
Personal safety also includes taking with you sun screen & proper sun protection (hats, long-sleeved shirts, etc.), a plentiful drinking water supply, and life jackets.  Letting everyone know where the life jackets are stowed and how to use them is very important.  Many times in the course of selling a pre-owned yacht, I find that the life jackets are still in the original factory wrap, stowed under a berth in one of the staterooms.  Bad business when they need to be available for quick deployment in emergency! 
Also, know your guests’ proficiency on the water such as whether they can swim, if they have ever piloted a boat or yacht, and if they have any medical issues that may affect their enjoyment.
Lastly:  On every boat there should be a well-stocked first aid kit with up-to-date supplies.  And be sure that those things used from the kit are replaced immediately.  
I hope you’ll take these few, personal safety tips into consideration before your next venture on the water, so that you’ll always have a great boating experience.

Saturday, June 11, 2011

WELCOME!

Welcome to my new blog for Tom Jenkins Yacht Sales!
After being in the luxury yacht sales business for over 30 years, you would think that I would have a lot to say.  Well, I do!  So, in this blog, I’ll be bringing you information, opinions, advice, news and trends, interviews with marine professionals, new products, videos, photos, and more as I become more and more familiar with the blogging process.  I hope that you will share comments and content requests with me as I work to bring you informative and entertaining content!
In the last 30 years, I've seen many cycles and the current cycle is just another to be worked through by those that love the water and love being out on it.  Personally, I think yachting is one of the most enjoyable and relaxing sports of them all -- whether you are cruising or fishing -- a sport because (as with all sports) rules and constants are necessary, skill is required, there is an investment of time, practice, and study, and finally, there are great benefits and rewards.
The rules and the constants are mainly the safety features important to understand prior to enjoying the water.  The skill required varies from basic skills if you are navigating a dinghy to captain’s credentials for the super yacht.  Practice is -- well -- practice, sometimes boring and redundant but often exciting and thrilling when you are learning new skills and becoming “one” with the game.  Study is the extra time you devote to the sport to better understand the fine points and to learn from the experience of the others.  And then, of course, the benefits and rewards are time you can spend safely with family and friends enjoying the pleasures of being on the water; whether coastal cruising, island hopping, or sport fishing.
In my blog, I’ll share things that I enjoy and things I have learned, as well as comments from professionals from within and without the yachting community.  Some things you may know and some people you may have heard of but hopefully, there will be some bits of information that can help you better enjoy the water as much as I do.
I look forward to meeting you here again soon!

Tom