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Fall 2019 Dear friends and fellow boaters, It’s been an extra special boating season for all of us here at Strong’s. In the pages to come, discover some of the summer's highlights, along with a look ahead. We were thrilled to receive our first Cruisers Yachts inventory this summer. Having had the pleasure of cruising on many of these boats, I can say they are truly ideal craft for our waterways. Tour the range at a fall show, or on location by appointment. Strong’s Fishing Team hosted our 3rd annual Mattituck Madness Tournament this season, and triumphed at the Hamptons Offshore Invitational, taking first place Albacore on the Pursuit S408. Partnering with Pursuit and Grady-White, we’re looking forward to delivering more fishing fun in 2020! Some of my family’s favorite moments this summer happened at our customer rendezvous. More than 80 clients and teammates spent a long weekend adventuring together in Newport – here I am with Re and two of our grandchildren at Friday night’s glorious cocktail event at OceanCliff. Also this season, we invited Sunseeker owners to join us at our own Water Club destination resort at the base of Mattituck Inlet for an exclusively curated North Fork itinerary. Mark your calendar now for our 2020 destination rendezvous the weekend of July 24-26 – a special 75th anniversary edition you will not want to miss! This fall, we hit the open water for boat show season. It’s always gratifying to cap off a summer of great boating by sharing our manufacturers’ newest design and engineering launches with you. We’ll hope to see you soon! As we head towards another record year of connecting happy clients with boats to fulfill their dreams, I extend a heartfelt thank you from myself and the Strong’s team for your loyalty, friendship and business.
Jeff and Re Strong with grandchildren, Bradley and Skyelar, at the Strong’s Rendezvous in Newport, July 2019.
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BOATING ADVENTURES WITH THE KRAMER FAMILY
The Kramers at the Sunseeker Rendezvous
Marc Kramer grew up on the Long Island Sound with a passion for sailing, and spent his summers teaching the sport to others. As he and his wife, Kelly, started a family, they found that power boating was a great way to spend time on the water together. They and their kids - Emily, 20; Matthew, 18 and William, 14 - fell in love with watersports on their 35' powerboat, and eventually upgraded to a 48' yacht to accommodate their growing family (and their expanding collection of water toys.)
In 2017, a chance meeting at the New York Boat Show led the Kramers to their dream boat. Marc met Steve Leeson, VP of Operations at Sunseeker USA, at the Strong’s Marine and Sunseeker booth at the show. Steve introduced Marc to the Sunseeker Predator range. Marc and Kelly liked the layout and usage of space on board and the sleek and unique design inside and out. Learning about Strong's Marine in conversation with President Jeff Strong and Yacht Sales Manager Rob Bianco, they were impressed with the operation's history, size and success.
"With the 57 PREDATOR, we were able to EXPAND OUR BOUNDARIES."
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That year, the Kramers customized and purchased the Sunseeker 57 Predator and took delivery in the spring of 2018. The Kramers had always wanted to explore more destinations and now with this bigger yacht, it was finally time! This summer alone, the Kramers have visited Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Block Island, Watch Hill, Newport, Montauk, Greenport, Mattituck, Shelter Island and Port Jefferson on their 57 Predator. When the Kramers are not exploring new horizons, their Sunseeker sits on a mooring in Lloyd Harbor on the Sound. With all the exciting places they’ve visited, the mooring remains a family favorite for a day of relaxation on the water. The Kramers have stocked their vessel with tons of toys – paddleboards, floating mats and a Williams Jet Tender among them. The Kramers attended Strong’s first annual Sunseeker Rendezvous in June 2019, bringing along friends and fellow Sunseeker owners for a weekend of fun and celebration. They danced with Brazilian dancers on Friday night and closed down Saturday's fireside nightcap. During the Rendezvous, Marc demoed a SEABOB and knew it would be a perfect addition to their water toy collection. Marc instantly fell in love, and affectionately named their SEABOB "Bob." He shows off his new friend wherever they anchor up! His friends enjoy testing it out and getting a whole new experience on the water.
The Kramers enjoying a sunset!
Marc & Kelly at the docks in Montauk
The Kramers have formed a unique bond with Strong’s Marine team members Ted Webb (Yacht Support Manager) and Will Korinek (Senior Service Advisor), leaving them at ease knowing that the Strong’s Marine service team is always available to enhance their boating experience. Marc has even become Ted’s apprentice at times, learning about Sunseeker’s unique mechanical features while shadowing the master. Over two seasons, the Kramers have put 350 hours on their 57 Predator, creating endless memories, among them joining Strong's for events in Newport, Mattituck and Robins Island Cove. But perhaps their favorite memories are made on their mooring in the Long Island Sound when they can just enjoy relaxing time together as a family because that’s what it’s all about.
BEATING THE HEAT having fun in the sun!
Dinner in Sag Harbor - June
Love Lane First Fridays, mattituck First Friday of Every Month
Annual Robins Island Raft Up - August
Sound of Summer Concert Series, STrong's Water club July & August
2019 marked the launch of Strong’s Fishing Team, dedicated to introducing clients to the thrill of fishing on our premier Pursuit and Grady-White fishing boats. Thanks to the passion of our fishing experts Capt. Mike Forman, Chris Jamieson and others, we introduced clients to porgy fishing and offshore adventures, and our Pursuit S408 team took home first place for largest Albacore at the Hamptons Offshore Invitational!
IN LATE JUNE, WE HOSTED OUR FIRST SUNSEEKER RENDEZVOUS AT STRONG'S WATER CLUB, OUR DESTINATION RESORT AT THE BASE OF MATTITUCK INLET. Guests gathered under an expansive sailcloth tent with a matchless view of the fleet of Sunseekers at our docks. As the sun set over their treasured vessels, guests enjoyed a Brazilian-themed evening, feasting on oysters, Brazilian caipirinhas and cuisine. Samba dancers joined the party after dinner, and the evening capped off with custom cigars and an immersive tasting of three rare Macallan whiskies.
On Saturday, Long Island Sports Cars invited our guests to drive Aston Martin DB11 and Vantage models to Sparkling Pointe Vineyard's Methode Champenoise winery, where we were treated to a private vineyard tour and tasting with winemaker Gilles Martin, followed by a grand locally-sourced dinner. As we said our farewells under the tent on Sunday, guests departed the docks with new friendships and unforgettable experiences. It was truly a delight bringing families together for our inaugural Sunseeker rendezvous, and we look forward to planning the next great adventure together!
IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY If you spend any time at our Mattituck Bay location, chances are you’ve been greeted by Romek’s twinkly smile and friendly wave.
Romek Grzeskow has worked at Strong’s Marine for over 21 years as a technician specializing in fiberglass. Romek came to the US from Poland in 1998 to join his wife’s brother, Mirek Zengota – also a longtime team member at Strong’s, and his family. Soon after landing in Long Island, Romek began his career at Strong’s Marine as a boat detailer and soon learned the trade of technician through his colleagues. Romek thinks his career at Strong’s is “perfect work”- he appreciates his teammates' camaraderie and loves the marine environment. Imagine Romek’s delight when his grandson, Kacper Stelmaszyk, wanted to follow in KACPER & ROMEK his footsteps and learn about the marine trade. Kacper grew up in Poznan, Poland and spent his high school days in Spain. After graduating last June, he moved to Long Island to experience “something different” and learn from a “great teacher” - his dziadek (grandpa). Kacper began working alongside Romek at Strong’s in June and has been spending the summer immersed in the industry. Kacper shadows Romek learning about all facets of being a skilled boat technician. Kacper says his favorite part of working with his grandpa is how patient he is, and how clearly he explains each each job; his grandpa’s signature jokes make the work even more enjoyable! Romek calls his grandson an “elegancia francia junior” – a helpful, ambitious and always smiling young man. Outside of work, Romek and Kacper are also making memories: this summer, Kacper experienced fishing for the very first time at his grandpa’s favorite freshwater spot in New Paltz. Kacper looks forward to the future as he is enrolled at Suffolk County Community College this fall, majoring in Business Management while continuing his work at Strong’s. At 19 years old, Kacper’s goals include graduating college with high marks, continuing working in this trade, and even skydiving! We are so grateful to have this grandfather – grandson duo on Team Strong’.!
WORK HARD, PLAY HARD!
Roger & Chris at Freeport's annual Docktail Party
Peter, Ally, Michelle & Dave in Sag Harbor
Mattituck Bay service team cooling off
Kelsey and President Jeff Strong perform in “The Drowsy Chaperone"
Rob & Lenny taking in some sun
Jeff Strong's catch!
WE ARE HOME OF SUPER SERVICE SINCE 1945
In late July, we set course to Newport Harbor Marina for a very special Strong's Rendezvous. More than 80 guests joined us for a weekend of fun and friendship! A trip to OceanCliff for sunset cocktails and Caribbean music kicked off the weekend's activities, and we had plenty of time to experience Newport's shopping, dining and nightlife. After a Sweet Send Off breakfast on Sunday, we bid farewell to an exciting and memorable weekend with our team and clients. SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR 75th ANNIVERSARY RENDEZVOUS JULY 24 - 26, 2020!
Boat Show Season IT'S
Norwalk Boat Show Norwalk, CT September 19-22
Featuring five Sunseekers including our just-delivered 74 Predator, four Cruisers Yachts and our largest presentation of Pursuit and Regal at Norwalk to date, we are thrilled to return to the Norwalk show.
Tobay Beach Boat Show Tobay Beach, Massapequa, NY September 27-29 The Tobay show is your opportunity to tour a large range of value-priced boats from Strong's. On display will be special purchase carryover inventory as well as select pre-enjoyed boats. Buy at Tobay and get on the water for the last few weeks of the season!
Trade in Trade Up All Strong's Marine Locations October 12&13
Join us at all Strong's locations to make your best deal on our in-stock inventory and enjoy highest trade-in value on your current boat. We'll have both new and pre-enjoyed inventory on display.
Fort Lauderdale Boat Show Fort Lauderdale, FL October 30 - November 3
Meet up with us in Fort Lauderdale for an inside look at the newest debuting models from Sunseeker, Cruisers Yachts, Pursuit, Regal and Cobalt.
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2019 COBALT A36
2019 REGAL 26 OBX
2019 REGAL 33 SAV
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