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Yachts France: Jefe

Yachts France: GMT – The Passion for Wood

After a long career as an offshore pilot in the U.S., Jerry Gilbreath was finally able to realize the dream of his life by creating his own boat. In fact, the idea came while Jerry was in a villa on Lake Como. He was immediately dazzled by the passage of Riva. Then he decided to…

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Robb Report: Jefe

Robb Report: Jefe, Gentleman Racer

Jerry Gilbreath made a career out of designing, building, and racing speedboats that were faster than some supercars. By the time he retired from racing five years ago, the powerboat pilot had notched more than 25 speed records and nine world championships in a span of four decades. So even in retirement, Gilbreath would seem…

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Sport Boat Magazine - Wooden Wonder

Sport Boat Magazine: Wooden Wonder

Assuming that fast boats have been an integral part of your life since you were a preteen, you might wonder what kind of boat you’d want to own when you’re an adult. If you’re like Jerry Gilbreath of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, that answer came in the form of an incredible wooden masterpiece of design, craftsmanship,…

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Yachts International: Jefe

Yachts International: Jefe, Custom Detail And Muscle

Jefe oozes attitude. Owner and designer Jerry Gilbreath, a nine-time world offshore champion, would not have wanted it any other way. Jefe idled at dawn on a glassy mountain lake in northern Idaho. Thirty-four feet of custom crafted mahogany, representing a year and a half of labor and a million dollars of detail and muscle,…

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Robb Report: Toys of Summer, Short Sail

An owner of a lakefront vacation home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, recently sought to purchase a small boat that he could use to teach his children how to sail. He soon discovered the diminutive PocketShip, a roughly 15-foot-long kit boat that is light enough to be pulled up on the beach and easily trailered, yet…

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Restoration of a 1946 Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser

The Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser Restoration Project – Part 3

The staff at the Resort Boat Shop wanted to show our customers what a complete restoration project looks like from start to finish, so during the coming months, we’ll chronicle the restoration of a 1946 Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser. In the blog posts, we’ll detail challenges, successes and what to expect when you work with our…

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Restoration of a 1946 Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser

The Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser Restoration Project – Part 2

The staff at the Coeur Custom wanted to show our customers what a complete restoration project looks like from start to finish, so during the coming months, we’ll chronicle the restoration of a 1946 Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser. In the blog posts, we’ll detail challenges, successes and what to expect when you work with our restoration…

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Restoration of a 1946 Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser

The Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser Restoration Project – Part 1

The staff at Coeur Custom wanted to show our customers what a complete restoration project looks like from start to finish, so during the coming months, we’ll chronicle the restoration of a 1946 Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser. In the blog posts, we’ll detail challenges, successes and what to expect when you work with our restoration team….

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ways to extend your boat's battery life

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Boat’s Battery

Boat owners know that a battery is an important part of the vessel. The battery provides power to start the engine, run electronics, and power other accessories. If the battery isn’t kept in good condition, it can lead to problems on the water. In this blog post, we will discuss how to keep your boat…

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Prepare your wood boat for summer with annual spring maintenance

Prepare for Summer with Annual Spring Maintenance

This spring is the time to have annual maintenance done when you commission your boat for summer. Here are the top four things North Idaho, Washington, and Montana boaters should have done when they take their boat to a professional for annual maintenance: Seawater pump impellers Checking these each year will make sure your engine…

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