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Tighe Curran’s Boating Blog

Pier 33 General Manager Tighe Curran

Hello, I’m Tighe Curran and Welcome to my Boating Blog. I will be using this page to keep you posted on boating news, goings on at Pier 33, fun stuff and other boating items of interest.

Be sure to visit other pages on our site, too:

For your convenience, here is my contact information:

E-MAIL: tc@pier33.com; OFFICE & TEXT: (269) 287-3021; CELL PHONE/URGENT: (269) 208-2691

Chaparral 280 OSX For Sale at Pier 33

Chaparral 280 OSX – Available Now – Choose from Two!
Written By: Tighe Curran August 10, 2023 at 11:41 am
        As our Summer Season winds down, we have TWO Chaparral 280 OSX’s remaining … YOUR opportunity for an outstanding buy! Chaparral continues to be a leader with styling innovations, premium passenger comforts and outstanding performance … and the 280 OSX is an outstanding example of each. […]
Boating with Pier 33 and Robalo

Special Robalo Incentives From Pier 33
Written By: Tighe Curran August 9, 2023 at 4:22 pm
See these Valuable Robalo Incentives from Pier 33!  We have 2023 Models Ready to Move, to make room for the 2024 Model Year! NEW ROBALO MODELS CURRENTLY IN STOCK WITH THESE INCENTIVES: 2023 Robalo R180 Center Console. Special Pier 33 Marketing Incentive, plus Free Pier 33 Launch On Command valet […]
Go Boating With Pier 33

Special Offers from Pier 33 – Free Launch on Command
Written By: Tighe Curran August 8, 2023 at 2:24 pm
Now thru September 15th, See Special Offers from Pier 33 on New Boats from Chaparral! FREE LAUNCH ON COMMAND Choose a New 2023 Chaparral 21 SSi from Pier 33 and receive FREE Launch on Command service for the balance of the 2023 boating season. Choose a New 2023 Chaparral 23 […]
Yamaha Sales Event Going On Now!

Yamaha Summer Sunset Sales Event
Written By: Tighe Curran August 3, 2023 at 1:01 pm
The Yamaha Summer Sunset Sales Event is now under way! Take advantage of valuable extended engine protection from Yamaha with the purchase of any new Robalo in our inventory!
Rampage 33 Express

$20k Price Reduction – 2006 Rampage 33 Express
Written By: Tighe Curran August 2, 2023 at 11:20 am
NOW REDUCED TO $219,900 See this fresh-water 2006 Rampage 33 Express, perfectly powered by a Pair of Cummins diesels, superbly equipped and presented by Pier 33 Yacht Broker Greg Dorow. CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE DETAILS AND PHOTOS Contact Pier 33 Yacht Broker Greg Dorow: gregd@pier33.com; text or call (269) 287-3024. […]
2021 Robalo R180 Center Console

Pre-Owned 2021 Robalo R180 Center Console
Written By: Tighe Curran July 12, 2023 at 10:25 am
SOLD! Just Arrived — See this 2021 Robalo R180 Center Console! This near-to-new Robalo R180 Center Console is packed with comfort, fishing features and desirable options. Powered by a Yamaha 150 with just 18 original engine hours. Trailer included! See More Photos and Complete Details: Click Here. Contact Pier 33 […]
Downloads from Pier 33

Downloads From Pier 33
Written By: Tighe Curran July 12, 2023 at 9:36 am
Please use the links shown here to download needed documents: STORAGE, DOCKAGE, LOC AND H-N-G PRICING OUR CURRENT SERVICES MENU
2021 Robalo R202 Explorer

Robalo R202 Explorer, Loaded with Gear, Now For Sale
Written By: Tighe Curran July 7, 2023 at 9:59 am
SOLD! Be sure to see this one-owner fresh-water Robalo R202 Explorer, loaded with gear now for sale! Featuring the upgrade 200 HP Yamaha outboard, with 78 engine hours. Includes many extras, such as Sideshift Stern Thruster, custom seat covers, anti-fouling bottom paint with epoxy barrier coat. SEE COMPLETE DETAILS: CLICK […]
Grady-White 216 Fisherman

Grady-White 216 Fisherman – Just Reduced!
Written By: Tighe Curran July 7, 2023 at 9:31 am
SOLD! See This 2018 Grady-White 216 Fisherman, with price Just Reduced to $79,900, presented by Pier 33 Yacht Broker Greg Dorow. VIEW COMPLETE DETAILS and PHOTOS, CLICK HERE Grady-White is one of boating’s long-standing builders of center consoles, well known for high quality and a comfortable ride. You will enjoy […]

July Fireworks Update
Written By: Tighe Curran July 1, 2023 at 5:34 pm
St. Joseph Area Boaters, this year’s fireworks show will be held off of Silver Beach on Monday July 3 beginning at 10pm. Fireworks night can be a challenging boating experience. Please stay safe, sober, alert and patient while you and your fellow boaters enjoy the extra-spectacular views of the fireworks […]
2019 Chaparral 210 Suncoast

Chaparral 210 Suncoast – Now Available
Written By: Tighe Curran July 1, 2023 at 3:20 pm
SOLD! Now Available, see this 2019 Chaparral 210 Suncoast! Fresh water deck boat with Yamaha 200 HP! Chaparral 210 Suncoast, one of boating’s best combinations of deck boat luxury, performance, quality and value. The 210 is truly “over-sized”, providing an abundance of passenger space, seating versatility and comfort. Our trade, […]
Go Boating with Chaparral Boats and Pier 33!

Go Boating with Chaparral Boats and Pier 33!
Written By: Tighe Curran June 28, 2023 at 4:16 pm
View New Boats from Chaparral Summer is Here and the Time is Right … To Go Boating with Chaparral Boats and Pier 33! This could be Your Time for an Upgrade, A Return to the Water, or Your First Boating Adventure. We have a nice selection of exciting new boats […]

Holiday Hours and Important Reminders
Written By: Tighe Curran June 28, 2023 at 4:02 pm
IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDER: NO FIREWORKS ALLOWED AT THE MARINA! Pier 33 Boaters, Here is some important July 4th Holiday Information. Extended Hours of Operation Monday July 3 and Tuesday July 4 Service & Parts Office, Fuel Dock, Launch on Command: Monday July 3, 8am to 8pm. Tuesday July 4, 10am […]
Sell Your boat thru Pier 33 Yacht Brokerage

Boats for Sale – June Boating Updates from Pier 33
Written By: Tighe Curran June 21, 2023 at 2:20 pm
St. Joseph, MI; Call: (269) 983-3333 See All Pre-Owned and Brokerage! 1985 Ocean Alexander 43 Flush Deck; $179,900 2019 Formula 350 CBR: 104 Hours $359k ’95 Sea Ray 400 Express $74,900 2016 Chaparral 337 SSX One Owner, $205k 2018 Grady White 216 Fisherman; $84,900 2021 Chaparral 307 SSX; 430 HP; […]

Spring Commissioning
Written By: Tighe Curran April 27, 2023 at 9:48 am
Our Launch on Command and On-Trailer storage boaters should take advantage of our Spring Commissioning process. Please read on for more details. Spring commission includes: Hook up batteries, check and charge as needed. Check fluids (oil, gear lube, coolant). Start engine, monitor operation of gauges, shift F-N-R. Perform visual checks […]
Launch on Command at Pier 33 Marina

2023 Launch on Command Schedule and Important Notes
Written By: Tighe Curran April 27, 2023 at 8:51 am
This year, we’ll be starting Launch on Command (“soft” opening) service on Friday May 12, to offset our abbreviated schedule on Saturday May 13 due to the Grand Floral Parade. Official “Full” LOC Opening Day will be Sunday May 14. REQUEST “SPRING COMMISSIONING” IF NEEDED, CLICK HERE Let’s get the […]
Aqua Lily Pad Products at Pier 33

Special Pricing on All Aqua Lily Pads this Weekend at Pier 33
Written By: Tighe Curran March 16, 2023 at 8:31 am
Add to your Summer Fun with Aqua Lily Pads from Pier 33. Special Pricing All Weekend during our Open House! Aqua Lily Pad is the ideal water accessory for all ages. It’s perfect for the beach, cove parties, raft floating, family gatherings and any day in the sun or on […]
Boat Bottom Coating from Pelagic Marine Products

Special Product Introduction from Pelagic Marine Products
Written By: Tighe Curran March 15, 2023 at 6:19 pm
Happening this weekend at the Pier 33 Open House … we welcome an exciting new product from Pelagic Marine Products. Let us introduce you to 910S Boat Bottom Coating. How about a smooth, lasting, clear coating for your boat’s beautifully natural gelcoat bottom (great for ‘toons, too)? Smooth enough to […]
Michigan Boater Safety Class

Michigan Boating Safety Class
Written By: Tighe Curran March 13, 2023 at 9:16 am
FREE BOATING SAFETY CLASS, SATURDAY APRIL 1 Attend a Michigan Boating Safety Class at Pier 33, Saturday April 1. Presented by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. This free one-day class begins at 8 am and concludes at 5 pm. Students will earn a Michigan Safe Boating Certificate upon completion of […]
See this 1994 Silverton 41 Motoryacht at Pier 33

See the Video – Silverton 41 Motoryacht For Sale at Pier 33
Written By: Tighe Curran March 12, 2023 at 9:12 am
Price Reduced – Now $79,900 Pier 33 Yacht Broker Greg Dorow is please to present this 1994 Silverton 41 Motoryacht, now For Sale at Pier 33 in St. Joseph, MI. Featuring two spacious staterooms, each with a head, a bright salon and well-equipped galley, this Silverton will be your waterfront […]
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