Showing posts with label Yachts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Yachts. Show all posts

Thursday, February 5, 2015

Kind words from happy customers!

We love hearing from our customers!

"We had an amazing trip out to Catalina over Super Bowl Weekend. All the upgrades and maintenance that were done down at the Mikelson facility are greatly appreciated.

The new Marklon enclosure is crystal clear and easy to use. The vents on the smoked glass make all the difference in the world when it comes to keeping the bridge cool with fresh air.

The new bait tank system ran flawlessly over the 2 days it was in use. See the attached picture of lobsters that where kept very much alive for their trip back to port. Sunday morning we woke up to 12.1 volts on the house batteries. It was refreshing to have plenty of battery capacity. The bottom paint, through hulls, and packing all looked good during an under water inspection of the hull.  We achieved excellent fuel economy with the new bottom paint and clam water conditions.

It was also nice to watch the Super Bowl while on the hook at Catalina. We even had a Sea Gull come in to check on the score. I was pleased to watch the second half of the big game from the bridge on the Garmin screen. The Fusion Stereo provided perfect surround sound for a stadium effect. Radar overlay on the Chart Plotter on one side and Super Bowl on the other. It was the best combination ever displayed while underway.


We want to express our sincere thanks to you and the Mikelson team for keeping our boat in excellent condition." 



Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Brand new Mikelson 43 is here!

After a long wait, a brand new Mikelson 43 is finally here! Hull # 43077! Congrats to the new, proud owners!



Thursday, January 22, 2015

San Diego Sunroad Marina Boat Show 2015

Come check out Mikelson Yachts this weekend at the San Diego Sun Road Marina Boat Show! 

Where?
Sunroad Marina
955 Harbor Island Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101
619.497.5254

When?
Thursday – Jan 22nd 12pm-6pm
Friday – Jan 23rd 12pm-6pm
Saturday – Jan 24th 10am-6pm
Sunday – Jan 25th 10am-6pm

For more info check out their website at www.bigbayboatshow.com

We hope to see you there!





Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Brand New M50'!!

Brand new Mikelson 50' currently on our docks getting commissioned!! Congratulations to the new owners!
 
 
 
 
 

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Newport Lido Boat Show

Interested in looking at a Mikelson? Come check us out at our next boat show!!
 
Lido Boat Show- Lido Marina Village, Newport, CA
September 18-21, 2014
 
Hours:
Thursday: Noon-7pm
Friday: 10am-7pm
Saturday: 10am-7pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm
 
Admission:
$15 for adults
Children 12 & under are free
(Includes access to free offsite parking + shuttle)
 

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Making Mikelson Memories

More kind words from happy Mikelson customers. We love seeing priceless memories take place on our boats.

"Took my youngest fishing with me and I was a little nervous taking a 6 year old offshore. He did absolutely incredible and landed 3 tuna with just a little help. The Mikelson was instrumental for us as it gave him all the comforts and conveniences for such a big trip for a little person. Thank you! Just in that one day he transitioned from a little boy to a little man. Very cool to see and be a part of. He fit right in with all the adults and was eager to kill the next fish with all of us. I know if his first experience was on a smaller or less equipped boat it would have been a different story. So big thanks to everyone at Mikelson."




Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Kind Words from Mikelson Customers!

Got some kind words from Mikelson 57' owners of Reely Hooked! They're loving their Mikelson while on their trip to Vancouver Islands! "Our 57 Mikelson is perfect. Runs great and we rarely have a problem Jon can't fix by himself! You, Dick and crew make a beautiful boat...we are so blessed for all the great times we have had on our 43 and 57..."


 

Monday, August 4, 2014

Mikelson Yachts gets first catch for the Marlin Club 2014!

 
Mikelson Yachts catches First Marlin of the Year for the San Diego Marlin Club!!  The fish weighed in at 118lbs and was caught just ten miles from Point Loma.
 
As part of a Scripps research program samples were sent to Scripps for research. The balance of the fish was processed and smoked for consumption.

Friday, July 25, 2014

Mikelson Yachts on TV!

 
Do any of our friends watch the new show 'Tyrant' on FX? If you listen closely you can hear them mention a Mikelson Nomad! This is from the 4th episode of their first season. Check it out in the clip above!

Thursday, July 17, 2014

Yellowfin Tuna Haul

More proof that Mikelson's catch fish! This is a photo from one of our Mikelson 57's out in Ensenada catching Yellowfin Tuna!


Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Silver Gate Yacht Club's Make a Wish Fishing Tournament

New banners hanging around Shelter Island boast proud granddaughter of Mikelson 50' owners Dave and Janet Dennison. Their boat named 'Janet Lou' won the Make a Wish Fishing Tournament at the Silver Gate Yacht Club last year. Further proof that Mikelson's catch fish!!

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Mikelson Yachts Catalina Island Rendezvous


             Things are busy over here in the office getting everything ready for our favorite time of year—the Rendezvous! For this year’s Rendezvous we’re throwing it back to the 80’s!  We are excited for another fun-filled event this year so come on down August 21st-24th to Two Harbors in Catalina for a groovy time! It would be greatly appreciated if you could send us your completed forms (619-223-1194 by fax or info@mikelsonyachts.com by email) along with putting a check in the mail for $250.00 (which includes dinner for up to 4 people) to our delicious prime rib dinner on Saturday night.
           
            We’ve got dancin’ fever just thinking about getting to see all of our friends—both seasoned Mikelson owners and the totally new rad owners—so be sure to break out the neon tights, leg warmers, shoulder pads, and those high top sneakers for our flash back costume contest! Let’s make all of Catalina think that they have traveled back in time for a weekend of retro fun.
           
            Boats will start getting together Thursday August 21st in Two Harbors, Catalina. We highly encourage everyone to get there early for the best shot to moor your boats in Cherry Cove or near our central meeting site on Isthmus Beach for Saturday’s festivities. Catalina doesn’t offer reservations for moorings, so if you arrive late you could be out of luck for a good spot.
           
           After you arrive and get settled, kindly look for one of our Mikelson hospitality members to greet you with your goodie bag and sign in. Your goodie bag will be chock full of Island Rendezvous merchandise, such as preordered T-shirts, hats, visors and tokens from our sponsors. Your bag will also contain your Saturday Prime Rib Dinner ticket for everyone registered in your party.
 This year’s good time will tentatively include:
Friday, August 22nd:
Poker Run 2-4pm
Cocktail Bingo and Happy Hour-- starts at 5pm
Saturday, August 23rd:
*3 hour dinghy fishing tournament starting from Sealoon Mikelson 50’: 8-11am after which, head down to our beach area with the Mikelson flags.
*Captain Pablo’s Retro Trivia: 5pm
*Psychadelic Island Punch Contest: 6:15pm
*Prime Rib Dinner to follow contest
*Funky Flash Back 80’s costume contest
Slide show and live music
 
*BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage): Mikelson will supply water and soda pop

The Benefits of Custom Yachts

The Benefits of Custom Yachts

Purchasing a luxury yacht or deep sea fishing boat can be a complicated process, with the wide range of different factors that most buyers typically consider before choosing the vessel that is perfect for them and meets their needs. One of the most important decisions buyers in this position can make is whether or not to have their boat custom built.
Custom yachts can come in a wide variety of different types and with many different features, but most custom-designed yachts and luxury sport fishing boats share a number of common elements that may make them an attractive option for customers considering purchasing a luxury yacht for fishing for marlin and other deep sea fish.

Common Benefits of Custom Yachts

The following is a brief explanation of some of the most important and common benefits of custom built and designed luxury yachts:
  • Cost – because buyers are purchasing directly from the manufacturer, they are able to avoid dealer markups and get a better deal on their boat.
  • Customization – inherent in the nature of a custom-built yacht is the ability for it to be designed with the specific needs and interests of the buyer in mind.
  • Resale value – in many cases, custom built yachts retain their value better than conventional, pre-built luxury yachts.
These are just some of the many benefits of choosing a custom built luxury yacht.

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Mikelson Yachts FAQ's!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering purchasing a luxury yacht or sport fishing boat, you likely have a number of different questions about the different options available to you, financing, customization, and more. At Mikelson Yachts, we understand how important it is to you to know that you’re getting the luxury motor yacht you want for the best deal possible. Thus, we have put together the following list of questions we are frequently asked, along with their answers, giving you immediate access to the information you are seeking.

Although we update these questions regularly, if you would prefer to talk directly to a member of our customer service team or do not currently see the answer you are looking for, please contact us today at (619) 222-5007.

How can a custom luxury yacht company save me money?
When people are considering purchasing a custom sport fishing boat or luxury yacht, they often tend to assume that a custom boat will cost them more. However, custom construction can actually help to provide enhanced value as custom sport fishing boat companies are able to purchase their equipment and materials directly from the manufacturer, allowing them to save on the price that customers will ultimately be charged for their vehicle.

How far can I go in my luxury fishing yacht?
Many fishers, both at the amateur and professional levels, who enjoy deep sea fishing want to be able to take their motor yachts out on the ocean to a considerable distance. While not all motor yachts and speedboats are equipped to manage these types of ranges, medium and long-range deep sea fishing yachts, such as the M70 Long Range Luxury Sportfisher, have the capacity to reach ports in Mexico and beyond for West Coast fishers and islands like the Bahamas for those traveling on the east coast.

Why should I choose Mikelson Yachts?
If you’re in the market for a luxury yacht or sportfisher, the experienced team at Mikelson Yachts can help to provide you with the vessel of your dreams. We build custom yachts designed to meet the most precise needs of our clients, and we provide a level of quality that simply cannot be beat. Additionally, because we purchase our materials and equipment directly from the manufacturer, we are able to pass along savings to clients with which other yacht dealerships and manufacturers simply cannot compete.

What are the benefits of having my luxury yacht custom built?
When shopping for a luxury yacht or deep sea fishing boat, one of the choices you should consider is whether or not custom yacht construction may be the right choice for you. There are a number of different benefits that choosing to have your luxury yacht custom built can offer: you have far more input on the ultimate design and construction of your boat, you can usually expect a better customer service experience from the company building your yacht, and in many cases, you can actually save money by having the boat custom built rather than purchasing a comparable ready-made yacht. Additionally, in many cases, resale values on custom-built yachts are considerable.

What are the differences between the different models you offer?
At Mikelson Yachts, we are proud to offer customers a wide range of different deep sea fishing yachts to choose from, ranging from our introductory-level M43 Sportfisher to the M75 Long Range Luxury Sportfisher. There are a number of differences between the models in our product line, chief among them the size of the vessels, the number of rooms and passengers they can accommodate, and the range they may be able to travel. In addition, as a custom luxury yacht builder, we can provide customers with a wide range of custom enhancements to any of our yachts.

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Mikelson Yachts Summer Service Specials


Service Special

Limited Time Offer!

 

Mikelson Yachts is offering a limited time service special to our loyal customers. Choose from the options below and call or email Capt. Paul Fecteau to schedule your service appointment! Service is provided with the option of in your slip or at our dock.

Contact Capt. Paul Fecteau: 619.846.0507 – Paul@FecteauYacht.com

 

Choose from:

60 Point Inspection Checklist

-with written report- $120.00

 Cycle through Hulls, Test all Pumps and Systems/Lighting, Check Oil Levels, etc.

Mechanical Services:

Replace Genset, Engine & Gear Zincs and Check Impellers- $220.00

Complete Engine/Gear Saltwater Cooling System Flush w/ Descaling Solution- $395.00 (per engine)

(Lowers operating engines temperatures by as much as 20 degrees)

 

Exterior Cosmetic Services:

 

Gelcoat/Stainless inspection + Polish & Wax - $35.00 (per foot)

*Includes minor Gelcoat repair and two part Teak cleaning

 

Engine Room Detail- from $350.00

(Includes De-rust/Touch ups +Bilges wiped down and sanitized)

 

Window Resealing:

-labor only-

 

Front Windows- $800.00

 

Side Windows- $400.00

 

Port Hole- $200.00

 

*Other services are available upon request and are limited to available service time.

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Point Loma Little League

Over here at Mikelson Yachts, we love getting involved in our community and showing our support. One of our favorite things to get involved in is Point Loma Little League! We have been a proud sponsor of PLLL for many years! We are thrilled that we have been able to be a part of such a great program for so long. We had a great season this year and are looking forward to another great season next year!


 Check out this awesome jersey the team gave us to say thank you!

Monday, June 9, 2014

10 Great Reasons To Buy A Mikelson

Are you looking to buy a custom fishing boat in Southern California? At Mikelson Yachts, we have plenty of luxury fishing yachts for sale that you can choose from. See below for 10 great reasons to buy a custom fishing boat from us.
  1. Performance:

    All Mikelson's have the capability of performing at high cruising speeds with less horsepower. Mikelson's can carry larger loads and more fuel, with an easily driven hull, that has a dry and soft ride. The wide beam and low center-of-gravity keeps the boat stable both under way and at anchor.
  2. Size, Comfort & Luxury:

    The wide beam also allows for more interior in each custom fishing boat. Lots of hatches and windows keep the boat light and open. We offer any available option, with professional consultation to help each buyer decide what will work best for them. Mikelson has always focused on building custom yachts that make sport fishing fun, comfortable and easy to operate.
  3. Top Quality Design & Construction:

    The industries premier art information, materials and products. Equipment is picked from the latest systems available. Strength, durability and accessibility are all major aspects of every installation.
  4. Resale:

    Mikelson has enjoyed a successful history of high resale values, based on the fact that we customize virtually each boat we build making each custom yacht especially desirable, and because "well bought to begin with is half sold".
  5. Customizing:

    Literally every Mikelson built has custom features. We are proud to build yachts to suit their owners, yet still do it at a reasonable price. It can be said that we build semi-custom fishing boats at production boat prices, and we have the flexibility to make the boat personal.
  6. Comfort & Safety:

    The low center-of-gravity and wide beam on every Mikelson makes it a more stable yacht, and the moment of action is lower which also makes it more comfortable. The deck areas are wide and accessible, with nice looking & functional non-skid and rails where they need to be. Access to machinery is excellent for service and safety.
  7. Fuel Economy & Range:

    Mikelson's high speed capability with lower horsepower means less fuel burned per mile. The easily driven hull provides great operating efficiency at trolling long range, mid, and high speeds...a multi-capable hull.
  8. Proven Fishing Capability:

    Mikelson's catch fish!! After Midnight ( Mikelson 75') has been one of the leading money tournament custom fishing boat in the last several years, winning the 2000 Bisbee Black & Blue, 2003 Catalina Classic, & 2003 Zane Gray. Fintastic 2 (Mikelson 43') won the 2001 Catalina Classic. In the mid-1990's, T- Bird (Mikelson 50') was the leading sportfisher for most categories on the west coast of the USA.
  9. Customer Support:

    Customer support is a priority at Mikelson Yachts, and we've seen a loyalty among owners rarely seen in this industry... Just ask any Mikelson owner!
  10. Value:

    . . . see items #1 through #9 above!

Mikelson Yachts proudly builds and sells Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Arizona, California, Southern California, Catalina, Cabo San Lucas, Las Vegas and San Diego custom yachts.

Thursday, June 5, 2014

2015 Feautred Boats!

2015 Mikelson 43 & 50 Zeus Sportsfishers


The latest editions of both the Mikelson 43 and Mikelson 50 Sportfishers are available with the Cummins Zeus "Pod Drive" engine package.
 
The Zeus system comes standard with power steering, autopilot, Smart-Joystick for simplified boat handling, and "SkyHook" for Anchorless Anchoring.
 
2015 Mikelson 43 Zues hull #077 - Available with major factory discount - Fall 014 Factory Completion
 
Mikelson 43 Zeus hull #075 - San Diego DEMO with 550hp Zeus - Available for Demo/Sea Trial
 
Mikelson 43 Saloon
 
2015 Mikelson 75 Long-Range Luxury Sportfisher
Available for late-2014 Delivery
 
The Mikelson 75 factory currently has hull #016 more than half way through construction. Twin CAT C32's at 1900HP have been installed and this should be the fastest Mikelson 75 yet!
 
Three main staterooms and two crew staterooms put the Mikelson 75 way ahead of the competition. The large cockpit and adjoining Lanai deck enhances fishing enjoyment with plenty of room for spectators.
 
The fully enclosed airconditioned flybridge with a raised settee and table offers comfort and supurb views. Four control stations (Main and aft flybridge, cockpit and Marlin Tower) gives the Captain tremendous options.
 
Buyer can still select many décor items, choose navigation electronics, and pick the tender to grace the foredeck!
 
Please contact Mikelson Yachts for more details.
 
 

 

San Diego International Boat Show

The San Diego International Boat Show will be here in just a few short weeks! Starting June 19, 2014 we will be showing some of our favorite yachts at this exciting event and they will be returning to our docks on June 22, 2014. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to view beautiful Mikelson Yachts!

For ticket purchasing, parking & location information, floor plan, and more, check out their website at www.sandiegointernationalboatshow.com.

Tickets are $12 for adults. Children 15 years and younger are free.

Hours:
Thursday: 12:00pm-7:00pm
Friday: 12:00pm-7:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am-7:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am-7:00pm

Once you are done shopping for your perfect Mikelson, visit the Fiddler's Green Tiki Bar on the docks and catch an amazing view of the sunset. Enjoy a glass of cold, craft beer at Anchors & Ales Beer Garden, indulge in a bite to eat from one of the local gourmet Food Trucks or grab some dinner at the BBQ hosted by the Rotary Club La Mesa.

As always, feel free to contact us with any further questions you may have at info@mikelsonyachts.com

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Annual Mikelson Yachts Catalina Island Rendezvous

Our annual Mikelson Yachts Catalina Island Rendezvous is quickly approaching! The Rendezvous will be taking place Thursday, August 21st at Isthmus Beach in Two Harbors, Catalina. The organized activities will begin Friday and conclude Sunday morning, August 24th.

Some of our rendezvous activities this year will include: Poker Run, Fishing Tournament and a Prime Rib Dinner.

Moorings are on a first come, first serve basis. We highly encourage everyone to arrive on Thursday for the best mooring locations.

If you need to make arrangements for alternate transportation to and from the island you can contact the Catalina Express at 1-800-481-3470 or visit www.catalinaexpress.com.

Don't miss out on this fun opportunity to meet fellow Mikelson Owners while enjoying everything Catalina Island has to offer!

For registration, questions and further details contact Jill at jillp@mikelsonyachts.com.

We look forward to celebrating this exciting event with you!
2013 Rendezvous