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Old 09-24-2013, 12:47 AM   #1
 
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Wink A Bittersweet Goodbye - To The Mariah, Not The Club!

Well, I finally did it. After 7 years with my '99 Z212 Shabah, I had to do what I had to do. I have been dreaming of a Z275 or Z302 mid-cabin/open bow for years. I found out the Z302 would just be too big for my lake, slip, tow vehicle, everything. So I searched for that perfect Z275 over about 4 or 5 years. Unfortunately, I never located the right one, or it wasn't the right timing. Eventually I realized the Mariahs were starting to get fewer and farther in between, and a bit older every passing year. So I did the next best thing!

I found an '07 Ebbtide 2600/2700 CBR which I must admit... I think Ebbtide stole the exact layout and idea from Mariah. But this thing is beautiful!!! It has the TV, microwave, even A/C in the cabin! Every option possible. 150 hrs. I traded in the Mariah last week and dipped the Ebbtide in over the weekend. Although I'll truly miss my Mariah, I'm thoroughly pleased with her successor.

I'm going to continue lurking around on this site providing sometimes lewd, sometimes helpful, sometimes idiotic posts. I seriously love this site, the people, and the info contained within.

Here's a bad pic, but the only one I have right now...
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    Nice! You don't have to own a Mariah anymore to still love em! I hope you enjoy your new boat!
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    Old 09-24-2013, 01:56 AM   #3

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    Congrats Ryan! All good things come to an end sooner or later...
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    Old 09-24-2013, 03:17 AM   #4
     
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    Looks like a nice rig Ryan.
    See ya around the board I hope!
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    Old 09-24-2013, 01:30 PM   #5
     
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    Congrats on the new ride Ryan! She looks like a beauty, and it'll make your boating much more enjoyable with the nice luxuries she offers.

    Keep us updated, and please stick around, you're one of our original members!
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