bahamas fuel prices

bajakian · 01-22-2008, 12:47 PM

Just wondering about the price of gasoline in West End. Someone told me that the price of fuel was approaching $7 a gallon. That would do more to keep me home than the bag limit restrictions did. If anyone knows what they are getting in the Abacos and harbour Island that would also be appreciated.

Thanks

Richard

cloudnine · 01-22-2008, 01:00 PM

Diesel was 4.48; I heard gasoline was about the same. Somewhere in the high $4 range. You could just call the Marina?

Disco Lady · 01-22-2008, 02:22 PM

COÑO!!!!!!

islandshark633 · 01-23-2008, 07:47 AM

gas was $ 4.70 in Nassau yesterday

Bill Fisher · 01-23-2008, 07:59 AM

That's pretty crazy..

B767 · 01-23-2008, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cloudnine

Diesel was 4.48; I heard gasoline was about the same. Somewhere in the high $4 range. You could just call the Marina?

savanna lynn · 01-23-2008, 12:38 PM

gotta pay to play

B767 · 01-23-2008, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by savanna lynn

gotta pay to play

Absolutely right!!!! Oh well. Life goes on............. Congrats on your winning!!!!

Certifiable · 01-23-2008, 03:46 PM

That is pretty reasonable near $4.70 a gallon. Last June gas was $5.75 / gallon in Lucaya. I would gladly pay $5.00 / gallon for gas in the islands...that would mean I was on the water fishing instead of sitting here watching the wind blow

Remember, the Bahamas will import fuel oil directly from Venezuela and refine it on the island of Grand Bahama, and store the fuel in Freeport. They have more of a "stable" fuel supply and demand situation than here...go figure.

All of the fuel that is imported to the U.S. is owned by the BIG MONEY investors sitting on the New York Mercentile Exchange (oil futures). They are playing monopoly with ALL of the fuel that is brought into the U.S. .... no way around it.

You may think we have free competition between the retailers, but the fact is the retailers are peaking out at 3-4 cents per gallon profit. They make thier money by selling you slurpees and cold beer. The big oil companies and pimps on the Merc Exchange are the ones pumping us for exorbitant profits and driving this country into a recession.

I am going to protest this situation by only running 2 of the 3 motors on my boat...that should get thier attention. Bastards

quack quack · 01-23-2008, 04:08 PM

I am ready for spring Ray lets go get um!!!By the way your take on the oil thing 100%.

savanna lynn · 01-23-2008, 04:17 PM

heres a good one for ya my buddy from oklhomas called his mom who farms cotton and she said the big oil companys own the cotton seed rights so the bio guys can't purchase it to make bio fuel talk about a monapoly all the poloticions wont even touch the issue b/c there all making money on it follow the money rich greedy BASTARDS

ameristrat · 01-23-2008, 04:59 PM

F*** Gas! (I mean that in the nicest of ways because I use a ton of it)

WhItEoUt 23 · 01-23-2008, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by savanna lynn

gotta pay to play

Niiiice

B767 · 01-23-2008, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Certifiable

That is pretty reasonable near $4.70 a gallon. Last June gas was $5.75 / gallon in Lucaya. I would gladly pay $5.00 / gallon for gas in the islands...that would mean I was on the water fishing instead of sitting here watching the wind blow

Remember, the Bahamas will import fuel oil directly from Venezuela and refine it on the island of Grand Bahama, and store the fuel in Freeport. They have more of a "stable" fuel supply and demand situation than here...go figure.

All of the fuel that is imported to the U.S. is owned by the BIG MONEY investors sitting on the New York Mercentile Exchange (oil futures). They are playing monopoly with ALL of the fuel that is brought into the U.S. .... no way around it.

You may think we have free competition between the retailers, but the fact is the retailers are peaking out at 3-4 cents per gallon profit. They make thier money by selling you slurpees and cold beer. The big oil companies and pimps on the Merc Exchange are the ones pumping us for exorbitant profits and driving this country into a recession.

I am going to protest this situation by only running 2 of the 3 motors on my boat...that should get thier attention. Bastards

Thank you.!!!!!! Well said!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PS. I will not be happy to pay $5.00 a gallon though...

cloudnine · 01-23-2008, 09:37 PM

I don't think the Bahamas have any refining capacity at all. Long ago they refined in Freeport, but today it is just fuel distribution. Yes, Bahamas get fuel from Venezuala so it should really be cheaper than the US. Saying the US Oil companies are ripping us off doesn't speak well for the Bahamians.

Bio fuel is best made from Switch grasses and Sugar. Corn is inefficient. I've never heard of using cotton seeds. It is a ways off for economical production and any relief from our fuel woes.

conspiracy theories

What in the world are you guys talking about????

B767 · 01-23-2008, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cloudnine

I don't think the Bahamas have any refining capacity at all. Long ago they refined in Freeport, but today it is just fuel distribution. Yes, Bahamas get fuel from Venezuala so it should really be cheaper than the US. Saying the US Oil companies are ripping us off doesn't speak well for the Bahamians.

conspiracy theories

What in the world are you guys talking about????

You are right. Bahamas only store the oil. But is it coincidental the fact that the oil companies, after Hurricane Katrina, are closing 10 to 15 % of the refineries for "maintenace" versus only 5% BEFORE Katrina? I don't know meing, something smelly funny to me.

Bill Fisher · 01-24-2008, 07:48 AM

Not too happy with paying $5 a gallon. Numbers don't lie especially if you have over 400 gallons of fuel. That's a lot of money to catch 60 pounds of fish only. That's a very expensive fishing day and those fish cost a lot of money so make sure you do not put it to waste. That's why I'd rather just go down to the keys it's closer and can catch fish there too until we see what happens with this economy.

Certifiable · 01-24-2008, 08:18 AM

I was under the impression that Grand Bahama still has operating refineries on the East end of the island. I have no way to confirm such, but the info was from what I thought was a "fairly" knowledgeable source. Hope I didn't create the illusion of being an uninformed fire starter.
Irregardless, back to the "conspiracy theory". The U.S. citicens ARE being exploited by the oil companies, and have been since the 70's. I truly believe in the theory of supply and demand and free competition.
But, you can't sit back and tell me that the oil companies are not "price fixing"...you would be burying your head in the sand to even think such thoughts.
We have laws in the U.S. that prevent "price fixing". And, we have laws in Florida that prevent price gouging on "necessary items", which include food, water, and FUEL. When a necessary commodity like fuel is used as a poker chip for the oil companies and high rollers to gamble with our livelyhood, I have a big problem with that.
Don't get me wrong, the worst thing that could happen is to let the government control the fuel supply. The next Democratic President, be it the Bitch or the Obamination, will trip head over heals to get thier hands on that commodity to tax us to $7 a gallon.
Alternative fuel sources are the answer. The problem is our governing officials are too busy counting the campain donation $$ from the big oil lobbyist when they should be proactive on researching new fuel sources.

Closing comments:
Any government official that accepts a donation from a lobbyist should be arrested for treason, and the lobbyist should be arrested for bribery....and treason. They should suffer the death penalty for such a crime against the American people. How can the American people benefit from policy that is "purchased" from a special interest group.

By the way...we need to get rid of the electric chair....and install an electric BENCH...let them all go out holding hands...Bastards

No need to post any comments on how I am politicaly incorrect...I already know it...and LOVE IT...and don't give a damn.

No tollerance for people who sit on the fence...pick a side and get in the fight...politicaly correct people are politicians or pansies...same thing to me.

Thanks for letting me rant.
Andy Rooney look out...I'm takin' your job...and hopefully your salary

bajakian · 01-24-2008, 08:43 AM

Dude- If the government and oil companies are in cohoots and are "fixing" the price of gasoline and oil products, the why do we as Americans have the LOWEST energy costs on the planet? Are there conspiracies in the Bahamas and Europe too? Are those governments all corrupt as well?

I agree with you that it is all about supply and demand, but the arabs have the supply and as long as we demand to run gas hungry power boats and big SUVs we will continue to pay the price. If we were all to get sailboats and electric or alcohol powered cars, the demand equation would change dramatically. But I dont see that happening-Americans are spoiled and still wealthy enough to afford fuel at 3 to 4 dollars a gallon. And emerging markets like China and the third world continue to gobble up whatever fuel we dont use.

Certifiable · 01-24-2008, 09:27 AM

Bajakian
You speak the truth !
The U.S does have one of the lowest fuel cost in the world...but it is a "relative" cost. We have the biggest and best refineries and distribution system in the world which helps keep the cost down when compared to other countries. We are also lucky to have some of the lowest import taxes in the world...why..because the US has the most natural resources and is not overly dependant on imported raw materials like other countries.
When was the last time you saw a label that said "Made in England", or Europe, or Bahamas ?
They are dependant on importing raw materials, and processed materials for thier countries to function, thus they have some of the highest import duties on materials entering thier country. What is the duty in the Bahamas..40% ?
I don't know...but I will guess that the US does not charge an import duty on fuel. I would be curious if anyone has more info on this.
England has had $5 /gallon gasoline for the past 10 years...not sure why. I can only guess high taxes and import duties would be the culprit there.

MY COMPLAINT is that we pay taxes to our government...a LOT of taxes. They should be more proactive in researching alternative fuel sources for the good of the country..and environment.
When Exxon and rest of the oil boys are reporting BILLIONS $$ in PROFITS, while the country

01-22-2008, 12:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
bajakian Hooked Up Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Ocean Ridge, Fl Boat: Venture 34 Best Catch: 300 lb Yellow fin Tuna, Blue Marlin 240 lbs on 30 lb test, 423 lb Swordfish Occupation: MD Posts: 932	bahamas fuel prices Just wondering about the price of gasoline in West End. Someone told me that the price of fuel was approaching $7 a gallon. That would do more to keep me home than the bag limit restrictions did. If anyone knows what they are getting in the Abacos and harbour Island that would also be appreciated. Thanks Richard

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Certifiable Hooked Up Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Vero Beach Boat: 36' Contender Best Catch: 200# Blue Marlin/1200#Black Marlin Occupation: Engineer Posts: 308	That is pretty reasonable near $4.70 a gallon. Last June gas was $5.75 / gallon in Lucaya. I would gladly pay $5.00 / gallon for gas in the islands...that would mean I was on the water fishing instead of sitting here watching the wind blow Remember, the Bahamas will import fuel oil directly from Venezuela and refine it on the island of Grand Bahama, and store the fuel in Freeport. They have more of a "stable" fuel supply and demand situation than here...go figure. All of the fuel that is imported to the U.S. is owned by the BIG MONEY investors sitting on the New York Mercentile Exchange (oil futures). They are playing monopoly with ALL of the fuel that is brought into the U.S. .... no way around it. You may think we have free competition between the retailers, but the fact is the retailers are peaking out at 3-4 cents per gallon profit. They make thier money by selling you slurpees and cold beer. The big oil companies and pimps on the Merc Exchange are the ones pumping us for exorbitant profits and driving this country into a recession. I am going to protest this situation by only running 2 of the 3 motors on my boat...that should get thier attention. Bastards __________________ To learn more about World history, listen to Iron Maiden

01-23-2008, 04:08 PM	#10 (permalink)
quack quack Old Salt Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: lake worth Best Catch: 25lb codfish 5 yrs old first hanger Posts: 4,456	I am ready for spring Ray lets go get um!!!By the way your take on the oil thing 100%. __________________ Either we can be a part of the solution or we can be the victims of a decision.

01-22-2008, 01:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
cloudnine Hooked Up Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 130	Diesel was 4.48; I heard gasoline was about the same. Somewhere in the high $4 range. You could just call the Marina?

01-22-2008, 02:22 PM	#3 (permalink)
Disco Lady Grander Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,933	COÑO!!!!!!

01-23-2008, 07:59 AM	#5 (permalink)
Bill Fisher Hooked Up Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Miami Boat: 61 Viking Occupation: E-commerce Posts: 238	That's pretty crazy..

01-23-2008, 04:17 PM	#11 (permalink)
savanna lynn Hooked Up Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 220	heres a good one for ya my buddy from oklhomas called his mom who farms cotton and she said the big oil companys own the cotton seed rights so the bio guys can't purchase it to make bio fuel talk about a monapoly all the poloticions wont even touch the issue b/c there all making money on it follow the money rich greedy BASTARDS __________________ http://www.savannalynnfishingadventures.comFISH HARD DIE RICH

01-23-2008, 04:59 PM	#12 (permalink)
ameristrat Hooked Up Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Delray Beach Boat: Grady White Sailfish 28 Best Catch: 154 lb Sword, 1 Blue Marlin, 2 white marlin, 12 Sailfish Posts: 206	F*** Gas! (I mean that in the nicest of ways because I use a ton of it) __________________ "I've gotta live life real good because when it's over and I'm dead, I'm screwed. God is gonna kick my ass."

01-23-2008, 09:37 PM	#15 (permalink)
cloudnine Hooked Up Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 130	I don't think the Bahamas have any refining capacity at all. Long ago they refined in Freeport, but today it is just fuel distribution. Yes, Bahamas get fuel from Venezuala so it should really be cheaper than the US. Saying the US Oil companies are ripping us off doesn't speak well for the Bahamians. Bio fuel is best made from Switch grasses and Sugar. Corn is inefficient. I've never heard of using cotton seeds. It is a ways off for economical production and any relief from our fuel woes. conspiracy theories What in the world are you guys talking about????

01-24-2008, 07:48 AM	#17 (permalink)
Bill Fisher Hooked Up Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Miami Boat: 61 Viking Occupation: E-commerce Posts: 238	Not too happy with paying $5 a gallon. Numbers don't lie especially if you have over 400 gallons of fuel. That's a lot of money to catch 60 pounds of fish only. That's a very expensive fishing day and those fish cost a lot of money so make sure you do not put it to waste. That's why I'd rather just go down to the keys it's closer and can catch fish there too until we see what happens with this economy. Last edited by Bill Fisher : 01-24-2008 at 07:50 AM.

01-24-2008, 08:18 AM	#18 (permalink)
Certifiable Hooked Up Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Vero Beach Boat: 36' Contender Best Catch: 200# Blue Marlin/1200#Black Marlin Occupation: Engineer Posts: 308	I was under the impression that Grand Bahama still has operating refineries on the East end of the island. I have no way to confirm such, but the info was from what I thought was a "fairly" knowledgeable source. Hope I didn't create the illusion of being an uninformed fire starter. Irregardless, back to the "conspiracy theory". The U.S. citicens ARE being exploited by the oil companies, and have been since the 70's. I truly believe in the theory of supply and demand and free competition. But, you can't sit back and tell me that the oil companies are not "price fixing"...you would be burying your head in the sand to even think such thoughts. We have laws in the U.S. that prevent "price fixing". And, we have laws in Florida that prevent price gouging on "necessary items", which include food, water, and FUEL. When a necessary commodity like fuel is used as a poker chip for the oil companies and high rollers to gamble with our livelyhood, I have a big problem with that. Don't get me wrong, the worst thing that could happen is to let the government control the fuel supply. The next Democratic President, be it the Bitch or the Obamination, will trip head over heals to get thier hands on that commodity to tax us to $7 a gallon. Alternative fuel sources are the answer. The problem is our governing officials are too busy counting the campain donation $$ from the big oil lobbyist when they should be proactive on researching new fuel sources. Closing comments: Any government official that accepts a donation from a lobbyist should be arrested for treason, and the lobbyist should be arrested for bribery....and treason. They should suffer the death penalty for such a crime against the American people. How can the American people benefit from policy that is "purchased" from a special interest group. By the way...we need to get rid of the electric chair....and install an electric BENCH...let them all go out holding hands...Bastards No need to post any comments on how I am politicaly incorrect...I already know it...and LOVE IT...and don't give a damn. No tollerance for people who sit on the fence...pick a side and get in the fight...politicaly correct people are politicians or pansies...same thing to me. Thanks for letting me rant. Andy Rooney look out...I'm takin' your job...and hopefully your salary __________________ To learn more about World history, listen to Iron Maiden

01-24-2008, 08:43 AM	#19 (permalink)
bajakian Hooked Up Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Ocean Ridge, Fl Boat: Venture 34 Best Catch: 300 lb Yellow fin Tuna, Blue Marlin 240 lbs on 30 lb test, 423 lb Swordfish Occupation: MD Posts: 932	Dude- If the government and oil companies are in cohoots and are "fixing" the price of gasoline and oil products, the why do we as Americans have the LOWEST energy costs on the planet? Are there conspiracies in the Bahamas and Europe too? Are those governments all corrupt as well? I agree with you that it is all about supply and demand, but the arabs have the supply and as long as we demand to run gas hungry power boats and big SUVs we will continue to pay the price. If we were all to get sailboats and electric or alcohol powered cars, the demand equation would change dramatically. But I dont see that happening-Americans are spoiled and still wealthy enough to afford fuel at 3 to 4 dollars a gallon. And emerging markets like China and the third world continue to gobble up whatever fuel we dont use.