Reviews from William Crawford (6)

  • Bridge comment on PGA Boulevard Bridge

    Comment by: William Crawford on Apr 26, 2022
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 38'

    Three waterfront restaurants on the north side of the bridge, one on the south side. Fuel stop on the north side as well.

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  • Bridge comment on Parker (US 1) Bridge

    Comment by: William Crawford on Apr 26, 2022
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 38'

    There is a nice marina to refuel at on the south side of the bridge if you are too early for the opening. Fuel station closes at 5pm though.

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  • Marina Review for Seminole Marine Maintenance

    Reviewed by: William Crawford on Dec 13, 2021
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 38'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Rating: 5

    Very professional and well run haulout service. DIY repairs or get recommendations on quality subs. Helpful and friendly.

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  • Bridge comment on Donald Ross Bridge

    Comment by: William Crawford on Sep 24, 2021
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 38'

    If heading northbound you must exceed 6.5 to 7 kts speed to make the next 30 minute opening at Indiantown Road.

    • WG Editor Comment:

      The Indiantown (SR 706) Bridge opens on the hour and half-hour.

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  • Anchorage Review for Indian Key Moorings (FREE)

    Reviewed by: William Crawford on Sep 12, 2019
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 38'
    Draft: 5.0'

    Overall Rating:
    4
    Holding:
    5
    Wind Protection:
    3
    Current Flow:
    3
    Wake Protection:
    2
    Scenic Beauty:
    4
    Ease of Shopping:
    1
    Shore Access:
    1
    Pet Friendly:
    1
    Cell Service:
    5
    WiFi:
    1

    Three mooring balls float south of the little island property of state park. They are exposed but worth the stay if you can’t get to Rodriguez Key like us one night. Easy access from Hawk Channel. No real access to town. One ball is very close to the island’s pretty beach area and wooden dock. We had just a few inches of mud and sand under our 5’ keel. Not bad for the price - free.

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  • Marina Review for Oceans Edge Key West Resort & Marina

    Reviewed by: William Crawford on Dec 13, 2018
    Vessel Type: Sail
    LOA: 39'
    Draft: 5.2'

    Rating: 4

    Two Dangers - the channel has an s curve and 50 feet off the dock are rocks so take the charts seriously. New Marina and Hotel Resort in 2016. Restaurant is good. Harbor master Mike is friendly. The hotel rooms are clean and staff is courteous.

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