COMPARE THE COST


Join the La Crosse Boat Club during the 2008 season and pay only $125 for your one time initiation fee.
That's a savings of $1,125.
La Crosse Boat Club has purchased a 15' x 58' houseboat to be used as a PARTY BOAT.
The boat is equipped with a flying bridge, party top w/bar, water
slide, two bathrooms, stove, microwave, two refrigerators, large wet bar inside, poker tables, central heating and cooling and much more. The boat can be used by LAXBC
members for private parties of up to 25 people. LAXBC members purchasing the $500 PARTY BOAT PACKAGE have unlimited use of this boat. If you decide not to purchase the
PARTY BOAT PACKAGE, you can still use the PARTY BOAT by paying the $900 rental fee.
The boat can be piloted by the member (we will provide training) or you can hire a Captain.
Use of the boat requires a membership level of Captains Plan or Admirals
Plan and the purchase of the $500 Party Boat Package.
ARRIVING APPROX. MAY 1st, 2008
2008 Model Harris FloteBote Ponton
Perfect for entertaining family or friends, this 22' Pontoon will seat 10 people comfortably. Whether you're on an afternoon cruise to your favorite beach, headed up
river to your favorite restaurant, fishing or tubing you'll be doing it in style on this JD Powers Boat of the Year.
This boat is powered with a 135 hp Honda and has a full
bimini top to provide relief from the hot summer sun. No matter what you do on the water, this boat will be ready to provide you with many days of fun filled river
memories.
2008 Z201 Kayot Runabout At 21' long and powered with a 5.0 litre Mercruiser inboard this 9 passenger boat will get your
heart racing.
This "Top of the Line" boat is perfect for getting on the beach or anchoring out in your own private cove.
17.5' Fishing Boat The Alumacraft Navigator with it's dual livewells, trolling motor, moveable fishing seats and rod lockers is the perfect boat
for fishing; and with it's oversized fuel tank, fuel efficient Honda 130 hp motor, smooth ride and responsive handling, this boat will also be great for cruising with the family.
FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
We are returning one Aksano F18 SportCat to the club's fleet this year.
At 18 feet long, and a hull design that minimizes water drag, these 135 hp
Honda powered craft will be able to get you where you want to go in a hurry and in style.
Also returning from the 2007 season is the ever popular 23' Hurricane Deckboat
The Hurricane is a top end boat, perfect for entertaining that new client.The 24' Harris FloteBote with a seating capacity for 12, is our most popular boat.
This JD POWERS "BOAT-of-the-YEAR" is the perfect boat for entertaining a large group.
We are also bringing back an F3 Aksano SportCat,
this 13' four passenger boat powered with a 50 HP Honda is an excellent choice for mom or dad and a couple of the children.
This boat moves fast and is low to the water providing an exhilarating ride.La Crosse Boat Club Membership is limited to five members for each boat the club owns. As the club grows, new boats are purchased to maintain the 5 to 1 member/boat ratio. As new boats are purchased we will try to increase the diversity of the fleet.
Compare the cost of owning a $44,000 Boat to the cost of owning a membership in the LA CROSSE BOAT CLUB.
NOTE: Interest and Principal costs are based on a $35,200 note financed at 8% interest for 8 years.
ITEM |
PRIVATE OWNERSHIP |
LAXBC |
Annual Interest |
$1,584 |
$0 |
Annual Principal |
$4,400 |
$0 |
Slip Rental |
$400 |
$0 |
Winter Storage (indoor) |
$208 |
$0 |
Insurance |
$300 |
$0 |
Winterizing |
$95 |
$0 |
Summerizing |
$65 |
$0 |
Annual Repairs (Canvas, Hull, Engine, Seats) |
$200 PLUS |
$0 |
Down Payment |
$8,800 |
NA |
One Time Initiation Fee |
NA |
$125* |
Boat Club First Year Cost w/initiation fee |
NA |
$2,013 |
Boat Ownership First Year Cost w/downpayment |
$16,052 |
NA |
Annual Cost |
$7,252 |
$1,888 |