There's a good review of the 276, including a video review if you're logged in (email address only) at boattest.com. It doesn't include their own test results, and has some interesting comments on options and their relative cost for the boat.
http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?ID=1996
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- Wed Jan 14, 2015 12:32 pm
- Forum: Older Boats and Series
- Topic: Cobalt 276 w/video review
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1087
- Wed Jan 14, 2015 12:27 pm
- Forum: A Series
- Topic: boattest review of A25
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2210
boattest review of A25
There's a well-done review of the A25 on boattest.com, but it doesn't include their usual test results or a video review. Check out:
http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?ID=2511
http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?ID=2511
- Wed Jan 14, 2015 12:25 pm
- Forum: SC Series (Outboards) and SD Series
- Topic: 26SD review on boattest.com
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2646
26SD review on boattest.com
Boattest.com has posted a review of the 26SD, but unusually doesn't include test results even for those registered/logged in. the whole deck boat thing isn't my favorite configuration, but they do a good job explaining why it's the right boat for some people: http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video...
- Wed Jan 14, 2015 12:22 pm
- Forum: Older Boats and Series
- Topic: Nice review of the 323 on Boattest.com
- Replies: 0
- Views: 819
Nice review of the 323 on Boattest.com
There's a nice review of the 323 on boattest.com, including a video if you register/log in:
http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?ID=2462
http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?ID=2462
- Wed Jan 14, 2015 12:10 pm
- Forum: A Series
- Topic: New review of A28 with Volvo V8-430
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2449
New review of A28 with Volvo V8-430
Boattest.com did a nice review of the Cobalt A28, including a review of the new Volvo V8-430 engine. Check out:
http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?ID=3097
Log in or register to see the video review and performance test results, which are worth it if you're in the market.
http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?ID=3097
Log in or register to see the video review and performance test results, which are worth it if you're in the market.
- Tue Jan 13, 2015 9:01 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Recently picked up a rod and reel - Abu Garcia Revo S and St. Croix Avid
- Replies: 21
- Views: 8732
Recently picked up a rod and reel - Abu Garcia Revo S and St. Croix Avid
A little bit of searching and I found that the Shimano Stradic is sort of a benchmark spinning reel by which many other reels are judged (at least in lake-style fishing in Minnesota). But, the Ci4 was around $220, and I was hoping to get by for less without sacrificing much in the way of quality. I ...
- Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:36 pm
- Forum: Volvo Penta
- Topic: Shop manual by engine type
- Replies: 0
- Views: 898
Shop manual by engine type
Volvo has published a listing of shop manuals by engine type, which at least gives a starting point for ordering one or searching for a PDF version online. The list is posted at: http://www.marinemechanic.com/volvo/volvo/2010/04-2-67%5B1%5Dworkshopmanuals.pdf I was able to find a shop manual for the...
- Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:34 pm
- Forum: Volvo Penta
- Topic: Volvo penta information resource
- Replies: 0
- Views: 874
Volvo penta information resource
Found an interesting website that includes some information regarding Volvo's line of engines, including tech bulletins, shop manuals for some engines, and other such information. Check out:
http://marinemechanic.com/volvo/volvo-home.htm
http://marinemechanic.com/volvo/volvo-home.htm
- Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:27 pm
- Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
- Topic: First user
- Replies: 13
- Views: 845
First user
I'm a recent Cobalt 210 purchaser (orderer), and was hoping to find an active online community of Cobalt boat owners online. As I couldn't find such a cobalt boat forum, I thought I'd try to start one. Photos of the boat coming, hopefully not too long after the snow starts to melt...
- Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:26 pm
- Forum: Forum Support
- Topic: Welcome to the Forum
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1220
Welcome to the Forum
Welcome! This is an attempt to start an active, well-managed forum for Cobalt boat owners to exchange information and ideas, and to network with other Cobalt boat owners. Thanks for visiting the new Cobalt boat forum, Cobaltchat.com!
- Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:24 pm
- Forum: Electronics
- Topic: Garmin new Echomap 70 models
- Replies: 0
- Views: 861
Garmin new Echomap 70 models
Looks like Cobalt just came out with a few new Ehcomap chartplotter/fish finder combos, including the 73 and 74 down view and side view models. The older Echomap 70 still appears to be the better value, as it features a touchscreen, more expandability, and a few more features for a similar price. No...
- Sat Jan 10, 2015 9:00 pm
- Forum: Watersports
- Topic: Airhead Mega Ruckus from Walmart
- Replies: 37
- Views: 9186
Airhead Mega Ruckus from Walmart
Picked up an Airhead Mega Ruckus from Walmart last summer for kids to tube behind the boat, and am generally pretty happy with the purchase. Paid $99, and like the 70" size for two riders or an adult relative to some of the smaller tubes offered. Seemed very durable, and had no trouble inflatin...
- Sat Jan 10, 2015 8:53 pm
- Forum: Watersports
- Topic: Water skis
- Replies: 32
- Views: 8353
Water skis
Looked at a handful of reviews and stopped by a few shops to pick up water skis last summer, and decided on the HO Burner Pro 67. Ended up getting a bit of a discount on a prior year model with black and white graphics rather than the current black and yellow, and am pretty pleased overall. I wanted...
- Sat Jan 10, 2015 8:33 pm
- Forum: Towing, Docking, and Anchors
- Topic: Anchor line
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1112
Anchor line
Did some research regarding what best to use as an anchor line, and found a few things: Samson and New England ropes are both top quality, but Samson is somewhat less expensive. Nylon rope is generally preferred for anchoring and docking, as it has more stretch than most other lines and can cushion ...
- Sat Jan 10, 2015 8:24 pm
- Forum: Towing, Docking, and Anchors
- Topic: Bumpers
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1832
Bumpers
Ended up picking up some Polyform F-1 bumpers based on their reputation and a comparison with the Taylor ones at a local shop. Quality was great, and they look pretty sharp. Pretty pleased overall, but I'd recommend picking up the inflator gadget for a few dollars more, as it took a bit of work to i...