"JimH" wrote in message
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I like the option of being at the helm in full sunshine or in shade.
A bimini gives us that option.

Obviously it is a matter of personal preference as most/many choices
in life are. Why critique or criticize his choice?

BTW: Devoting an entire 2 threads (yes, there is another one)
criticizing a fellow boater and NG members boat in a boating NG
defines what this place is all about.

The boat in question here was supposedly being set up as a fishing boat, not
a 1/4 day "diaper" cruiser.

The owner of this boat has made a career of being extremely critical of all
manner of people places and things. Now, dissing people and places not
related to boating is totally inappropriate and always off topic. It should
not surprise you that this individual gets back what he gives.

The boat in question has been presented several times for our viewing
pleasure. Apparently, the owner is soliciting praise of his stuff. Under
normal circumstances, the appropriate comment would be "What a beautiful
boat. Nice lines. Hope you enjoy it." That would be the polite thing to do.

The owner of this boat takes great pleasure in trashing us. Why should we
treat his stuff any differently?