I've got a 26' Searay sport-fisher with twin 150 Optimax Mercs. Very good gas mileage. For sixty bucks in gas I can cover a respectable amount of Puget Sound for a day of fishing.
Private marina slips are pricey, but nicer than municipal. I need a 30' slip because the boat takes up a bit more space with the motors up out of the water. Was paying 250.00 a month at the private marina, then I got a spot in the city marina for 100.00. Was on the waiting list for two years, and like the article says, I was told I would never get one by the harbor master.
Last summer when gas prices were at their highest, about $3.75, there was still a long lines at the fuel docks.
The immediate effect didn't take place last season I figure it will take place this season.
That is why I said in the original article: Last season was the economic handwriting on the wall, but most boaters toughed it out. The reality of economics will take its toll this season.