Anyone own an "older" Tige?

Oldest boat on the board?

I think the guy with the '93 SLM Comp wins. That's one of the first boats Tige made.

Howdy y'all. I just started poking around and reading tonight and have renewed enthusiasm. Well, I may have the oldest boat on the bd. and be the new winner as I've read so far. I have a 1992 2000 slm comp that I bought in 2000 w/150 hrs. on it and it now has 400. It looks great but has looked better as it has been neglected for the last few years due to.....non-use. Ever since my boy was born 4 yrs. ago the boating has become non-existent. Anyway. I called Tige' when I bought it and gave them the hull #, and they told me it was like the # 63, 68, or 75 in production. (I forget because I lost my notes). I've never skied behind a better boat wake. And it looks kick *** in the water too. It won best in show and oldest boat in the water at the Tige' Boat Owners Reunion sponsored by The Ski Dock on Lake Austin a couple of years ago. It was like the '66 Corvette at a car show, with everyone going over to oogle and ah over it.

I have to say, the best lake ever to ski on is Lake Sam Rayburn in East Texas. You can always find a cove with glass no matter which way the wind is blowing. A sandy beach to hang on. And the lake is large enough to hang out in the middle and get naked with the lady, w/out interruption.

Dogbert, I'm in Austin and would really like to get together for some pulls. I miss the thrill. Chpthrll, I love your signature tag line. Doh!

Ragin--Glass Breaker

1992 Tige 2000 slm comp. 1984,5,6,7 (can't remember) HO Extreme 67" dbl hi wrap.

[zad0030]

Im seeing a trend that each year the boats grow.....Little longer, little taller, and a little wider. That 93 proves it.

[quick]

Quick,
I think I have met your dad, there is only one guy running around with wood inboards. One is all wood and one is glass on the sides right? Those are some nice boats, love those things. It was about 3 years ago when I talked to him, but saw him several time this year. What kind are they, I can not remember. I just remember the one has a 318 Chrysler in it.

Sorry, no pictures of the "hunt". Got that thing out as quick as I could and it was not quick enough.

JeanW, A little history would be cool if you can post for all to see.

Father in law.....I don't claim him! JK! That would be him. One is all wood and one is glass on the sides. I believe they are Century boats. His boats are kept at Eastport in E.P. His name is Rick Roszell. They are really sharp boats... a lot of maintenance though!

[seawalker]

Quick,
I think I have met your dad, there is only one guy running around with wood inboards. One is all wood and one is glass on the sides right? Those are some nice boats, love those things. It was about 3 years ago when I talked to him, but saw him several time this year. What kind are they, I can not remember. I just remember the one has a 318 Chrysler in it.

Sorry, no pictures of the "hunt". Got that thing out as quick as I could and it was not quick enough.

JeanW, A little history would be cool if you can post for all to see.

[chpthril]

Wow, what nice Tige classics!

If you are interested to receive information about the evolution of Tige from the beginning, PM me.

Jean,

I sent you a PM about something else, but I would love some info like that

[Duncan]

^^^^

I think we would all be interested!

[jeanw]

Wow, what nice Tige classics!

If you are interested to receive information about the evolution of Tige from the beginning, PM me.

[bfrank]

A little side note, my ski boat turned into a fishing boat on saturday. An asian carp (about 8-10 pounder) jumped into the back of my boat and proceeded to thrash and get slime and blood all over the place. That was nasty. Got it all cleaned up, but wholy cow that will get your attention.
Ahh yes, the joys of the Illinois river.

Any pictures of your trophy fish??

[quick]

Yessup,
I like your bimini top, I am going to have to look into one. I have a little one on the way and in might come in handy.

A little side note, my ski boat turned into a fishing boat on saturday. An asian carp (about 8-10 pounder) jumped into the back of my boat and proceeded to thrash and get slime and blood all over the place. That was nasty. Got it all cleaned up, but wholy cow that will get your attention.
Ahh yes, the joys of the Illinois river.

I grew up on the IL river!! Nice to see a Peorian on here! My father in law still rides the river almost daily. He has two old mahogany Century boats that are fully restored. I lived on the river in High School and am out on it when I am back around a few times each summer! I am glad there is a tige out there fighting the carp!!

[tigesinaus]

I would love to see the Tige-equivalent of this project boat. Perhaps it is not an old enough brand?

I grew up in and around marinas while my dad was building a 30' ferrocement cruiser. Lots of other project boats were around at the time. So these sorts of re-builds fascinate me.

That said, it's is amazing to see older boats in such pristine condition, like those of seawalker and slingshot05!

that thing looks sweet, kinda like a tank!!

[stanger]

Here is my 96' pre 2002 w/t

[chpthril]

^^^ That boat is sweet looking, congrats and welcome

[Captain Terry]

2001 22i Type R

We just bought this boat in February from Texas Mastercraft. This is the first inboard we have owned and we love it.
2001 Tige' 22i.jpg

[NICKYPOO]

Hey 96PRE, I thought you stole my boat for a minute
I bought mine last year with 105 hours on it. It now has about 160, and it runs like a sewing machine

Nice ride man. Nice find. I recon we got just about the same boat.

[seawalker]

Yessup,
I like your bimini top, I am going to have to look into one. I have a little one on the way and in might come in handy.

A little side note, my ski boat turned into a fishing boat on saturday. An asian carp (about 8-10 pounder) jumped into the back of my boat and proceeded to thrash and get slime and blood all over the place. That was nasty. Got it all cleaned up, but wholy cow that will get your attention.
Ahh yes, the joys of the Illinois river.