Spike’s Marine Stations: Beautifying Boats in 2018
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You take off at top speed and leave the mainland behind. You reach out for that mystery that calls out when you stare into the horizon from the shore. You slow down to a stop and breath in the cool, invigorating air, as you are gently rocked by the waves. Here at Spike On The Water Inc, we know what it's like to be on the water, to be one with the waves. But we also know you can't walk on water and that's why you love your boat!
Nevertheless, loving is caring. And caring for boats is hard, time-consuming work. Time that could be better spent on the water.
Fortunately at Spike On the Water Inc WE LOVE BOATS too! Big boats, small boats, new boats, old boats, fast boats, slow boats, long boats, short boats, tall boats. In fact, we love all kinds of boats. We love caring for them, we love making them beautiful and we love seeing the pleasure sailing a boat can bring.
However, you don’t want your time consumed with the caring for, cleaning of or repairing your boat – you just want to get out there and enjoy the delights of the lakes and oceans.
Here at Spike on the Water Inc, we realise that time is a precious and priceless commodity. We are every bit as passionate about boating as you are and that is why we understand that you want to spend more time on your boat than you do cleaning, repairing or maintaining it.
Our mission is to return you to your purpose of boating - simply being on the water:
- We will rejuvenate your vessel, while you shop or dine.
- We will give you back your time with a place where you and your guests can unwind, relax and recharge in one of our suites.
- We will do all the hard work so that you don’t have to.
- We will teach you the skills you want/need to maintain your vessel your way.
- We will connect you to the niche/specialist contractors that will share this safe harbour, eliminating the frustration of getting them to your boat.
Spike on the Water Inc began in 2003 with Shane 'Spike' Desloges. He would race across the GTA on his roller-skates to get the job done. Spike did everything from deck and hull washes, polishes and restorations, to interior detailing. Now the company has multiple crew members and offers its full services to all marinas and yacht clubs across Southern Ontario.
To be of service in an industry with insatiable demand, Spike On The Water Inc now realises that it’s time to bring their quality service to even more of the boating and yachting community.
Convinced of the fact that "when your boat is beautiful, your boat is valuable", Spike on the Water Inc offers a bespoke service: unique and customer driven.
We need your help to launch the first “SPIKE STATION”!
What is a Spike Station, you ask? Spike's Marine Station is:
- An innovative destination for boats up to 55' LOA
- A networking space to increase awareness of our industry's impact on water quality
- A safe place to secure highly specialised marine services
- A marine supply depot/dispatch
- An alternative to anti-fouling dependency
and so much more.
With your help, we can make the SPIKE STATION a reality.
Beyond beautifying boats, we also aim to OUTLAW the use of anti-fouling (highly toxic) paints from the Great Lakes with the Drive-In Boat Wash. Spike's Marine Stations will be the template for the world of mariners who require an exceptionally responsible, environmentally friendly, one-stop shop for all their transient vessel service needs.
BUILDING THE DREAM
The dream of being on the water has been a part of Spike ever since his Dad shared with him his love of the open seas. This long-standing dream has now become Spike On The Water Inc, an unlikely career for the son of a fashion model/entrepreneur and a train conductor. But for Spike, passion prevailed and it’s now time to take this childhood dream to the next level.
To help Spike turn this dream into a reality, he is looking to initially raise $100,000 for the first phase of marketing.
These funds will be used for our Advanced Marketing campaign to raise awareness for our Crowdfunding Campaign in January, where we’ll aim to raise the full $1,000,000 for the build of the first Spike's Marine Station on Lake Ontario.
We are asking you to be part of the dream and help us to bring the boating and yachting community of Toronto and further afield a true luxury experience. But we are not just asking for your help without offering you something in return. To show our appreciation for your support we want to offer you some amazing rewards. You will receive early access to our quality, professional, unique services at heavily discounted rates, which will only add value to your prized possession! Check out the list of rewards below:
ADDING TO OUR VISION:
- Canal entry installations
- Boat Registration Administration
- Marine Manufacturer Workshops and Licensing
- Water Taxi Dispatch
- Marine Emergency Towing Dispatch
- Private Events
- 80ft LOA Capacity
CUSTOM CONTAINERS:
Suites x 2 (3 suites in each)
- Active ordering TVs/telephone
- Year-round accommodations via AirBNB
Water testing x 1
- The water quality lab, offering water testing workshops and multi-media display of networked water quality information
Administration x 1
- Hosting regional recreational marine contractor’s administration
Marine retail x 1
- App driven supply depot/dispatch for boat owners and marine contractors
Café/Bistro x 1
- Fully licensed eatery for visitors to enjoy while yachts/vessels are being serviced.
We really need your support to make the SPIKE STATION a reality!
Simply find the reward that is right for you and make a pledge to get this awesome campaign funded!
Thank you so much for all your support!
$12,525
1 Backers
$25
Shout Out on Social Media
We will post a video thanking you for your support and directing our followers to support your Instagram and Twitter accounts with a follow request directed at your personal or professional project, mission or goals to do awesome.
Reward
$50
T-shirt/Hat/Stickers
Our branding is “We Beautify Boats” and we'll give you an exclusive “Spike’s Marine Station” edition ball cap and long-sleeve shirt for your support. As a bonus, we'll also throw in QR-coded service request stickers for your boat.
Reward
$200
One Drive-In Wash
One drive-in boat wash will be a treat for your boat just before race night, or to reclaim your fresh boat bottom after sitting at the dock too long.
Reward
$350
DIY Workshop with Spike
Spike has a huge list of service processes he has been teaching crew and boaters for years. For your support, you will receive a two-hour fully-equipped clinic on how to beautify your own boat. (Interior Detailing, Exterior Detailing or Polishing).
Reward
$360
360 Drone Chase on the water
This awesome reward can be delivered anytime you are out cruising with your friends and family. We'll create a 4K 360 video capture and edit it for you so you have a great memory of your time on the water.
Spike is a 360 video geek.
Reward
$300
One-Night Suite Stay
Our executive suite stays include an overnight mooring if you have a boat.
Even without the boat, this exclusive destination will have you on the water for a night with a complimentary breakfast/brunch before your departure.
Reward
$900
Three-Night Suite Stay
Enjoy a weekend away from your home port at one of our exclusive on-the-water executive suites while extensive services and/or assessments from various recreational marine contractors can be scheduled during your stay.
Reward
$1,500
Five-night Suite Stay
Maybe you're in need of a real get
away. Immerse yourself in the horizon while being catered to by our café as your boat is beautified. While you're with us, why not meet with associates in one of our executive suites for five consecutive nights.
Reward
$1,000
Self-Serve Detailing (100 hours gift card)
Exclusive use of our fully-equipped self-service detailing dock is available for the regular price of $20 per hour to boat owners and recreational marine contractors. Instead, supporters at this level are rewarded with access for 50% off 100 hours of self-serve detailing for contributing to our campaign.
Reward
$2,500
Self-Serve Detailing (250 hours gift card)
Enjoy this limited time discounted access to our self-service dock for professionals, personal detailing or quick visits to our marine store, on-the-water cafe/diner or water lab workshops.
Reward
$5,000
Self-Serve Detailing (500 hours gift card)
A must for the professional marine contractor with plans to align your service or estimating schedule with many boats visiting Spike’s Marine Station over the boating season. It's also an amazing saving for do-it-yourself boat owners that appreciate having a destination built for their work.
Reward
$1,600
Two-Year Pass (Four drive-in washes per year)
Pre-book your drive-in bottom washes for two seasons and help us stop anti-fouling.
Reward
$2,400
Three-Year Pass (Four drive-in washes per year)
Begin to realize the savings and efficiency of eliminating anti-fouling from your boating maintenance budget.
Reward
$4,000
Five-Year Pass (Four drive-in washes per year)
An amazing package for charter, commercial or private yachts, not to mention racing sailors that recognize the benefits of removing the foul on a regular basis. This package is for the boat owner that already knows the value of the drive-in boat wash.
Reward
$10,000
Bottom Strip and Epoxy 3 Coat
Ready to reset your bottom and reject antifouling pain forever! Take advantage of this round one reward for your support.
1 Backers
$12,500
Bottom Strip and Epoxy 5 Coat
Offer some real value to your vessel and receive massive savings on a service based on your LOA. We are on a mission to eliminate anti-fouling and truly appreciate your support at this level.
Reward
$15,000
Bottom Strip and Epoxy 7 Coat
The professional standard of bottom protection, osmosis defence and NO MORE ANTI-FOULING PAINT !
Reward
$25,000
Complete Healing
The works, including detailing, bottom reset to epoxy 7 coat, high-pressure steam detail, compound polish deck and hull, plus a five-night suite stay and 500-hours self-serve gift card
Limit:1
$10,000
SUPER EARLY BIRD
50% DISCOUNT PACK 1
Full Service Detailing Pack 100 hours
(RRP $20,000 CAD)
All Spike On The Water services across our service region(s) will be delivered on account to ensure your boat is beautiful. 100 hours would accommodate the equivalent of two years seasonal deck washes, polishing top and bottom with interiors available on-demand (for boats averaging under 40 ft. LOA).
A metal etched portrait of YOU will be mounted at our station to commemorate your support.
Limit:1
$25,000
SUPER EARLY BIRD
50% DISCOUNT PACK 2
Full Service Detailing Pack 250 hours
(RRP $50,000 CAD)
For boaters who prefer the hassle-free convenience of having us do it all, this package includes 250 hours of unlimited detailing service requests, marine store deliveries and catering delivery throughout the boating season.
A metal etched portrait of YOU will be mounted at our station to commemorate your support.
Limit:1
$50,000
SUPER EARLY BIRD
50% DISCOUNT PACK 3
Full Service Detailing Pack 500 hours
(RRP $100,000 CAD)
This sweet deal would accommodate all of our larger yacht clients with the bespoke services they are accustomed to or extend our services to smaller yachts over a few seasons.
A metal etched portrait of YOU will be mounted at our station to to commemorate your support.
Limit:1
$15,000
EARLY BIRD
25% DISCOUNT PACK 1
Full Service Detailing Pack 100 hours
(RRP $20,000 CAD)
We are expecting our seasonal clients for many seasons to secure the Super Early Bird rewards but wanted to offer a few more to boaters offering the chance to save big time on all Spike On The Water Services.
A metal etched portrait of YOU will be mounted at our station to to commemorate your support.
Limit:1
$37,500
EARLY BIRD
25% DISCOUNT PACK 2
Full Service Detailing Pack 250 hours
(RRP $50,000 CAD)
Your generous support at this stage of our campaign will guarantee our utmost diligence to the loving care of your yacht for many years to come.
A metal etched portrait of YOU will be mounted at our station to to commemorate your support.
Limit:1
$75,000
EARLY BIRD
25% DISCOUNT PACK 3
Full Service Detailing Pack 500 hours
(RRP $100,000 CAD)
This is a huge ask with a return that will include a metal etched portrait of YOU that will be mounted at our station to commemorate your exceptional support as well as 25% off all our services for life!
About Me
"To cultivate opportunities in the marine environment through the education and invigoration of all, old and new, to the marine industry", is my personal and professional mission statement.
