Not a fan of relying on other to take self, or family out on the lake. Starting the process of looking at shopping around for a boat.
I am looking to hopefully buy a boat in 1-2 years.
Live in Ohio on Lake Erie.
Looking at either a Bowrider or Deck boat. Not sure if the Deck boat will handle Erie.
Best Deck Boat/Bowrider for the money?
I weigh 225. Want something I can fish little from, entertain little from, tube in ski from mostly, and just cruise up to the Islands on occasion.
AT least 6 adults, and children. Looking for seating at least for 10.
Been looking at the Bayliner line the 215 Deck boat, or similar Bowrider.
Few I have talked with, don't care for Bayliner, Say "couldnt pay me to own one..." I think they look like nice boats.
Want something at least 21 feet, could go smaller yet have heard conflicting messages about smaller boats out on Erie. Also really dont want to go above 24 feet due to trailering and first time owning my own boat.
Been out on the lake much with an Uncle when younger who had a 19' Bowrider, and now has a 24' Tri-toon at Lake of Ozarks. Been out more often and recent with a good friend who has a 23' Fishmaster Cuddy Cabin.
Prefer the Open Bow over the cabin, for maneuverability, docking, entertaining, relaxing, fishing, over the cuddy in place.
Taking the Ohio Boaters course, yet would like to find out ways to get more familiar with additional boats than those have been on. Get the best bang for buck.
There are many options out there and is hard to keep up with all the Online reviews, comments and options. Just looking for more opinion.
Also comparing new and used. Uncle always bought new, easier financing, less issues and problems, self maintained records, ran for many+ years little cost above regular maintenance. Friend bought used, more affordable, ran well for 2 years, but nothing but a hole last 2 years, cannot keep it running, replacing everything short of the engine itself and cannot get a mechanic to figure it out.
Sorry for the long post. Attempting to cover much.
Bowrider/Deck Boat for Lake Erie.
Best Brands, or Boats that fit those categories for Lake Erie.
New/Used.
Any other information you would like to share.
I thank you and appreciate the comments, opinions and advice.
I am looking to hopefully buy a boat in 1-2 years.
Live in Ohio on Lake Erie.
Looking at either a Bowrider or Deck boat. Not sure if the Deck boat will handle Erie.
Best Deck Boat/Bowrider for the money?
I weigh 225. Want something I can fish little from, entertain little from, tube in ski from mostly, and just cruise up to the Islands on occasion.
AT least 6 adults, and children. Looking for seating at least for 10.
Been looking at the Bayliner line the 215 Deck boat, or similar Bowrider.
Few I have talked with, don't care for Bayliner, Say "couldnt pay me to own one..." I think they look like nice boats.
Want something at least 21 feet, could go smaller yet have heard conflicting messages about smaller boats out on Erie. Also really dont want to go above 24 feet due to trailering and first time owning my own boat.
Been out on the lake much with an Uncle when younger who had a 19' Bowrider, and now has a 24' Tri-toon at Lake of Ozarks. Been out more often and recent with a good friend who has a 23' Fishmaster Cuddy Cabin.
Prefer the Open Bow over the cabin, for maneuverability, docking, entertaining, relaxing, fishing, over the cuddy in place.
Taking the Ohio Boaters course, yet would like to find out ways to get more familiar with additional boats than those have been on. Get the best bang for buck.
There are many options out there and is hard to keep up with all the Online reviews, comments and options. Just looking for more opinion.
Also comparing new and used. Uncle always bought new, easier financing, less issues and problems, self maintained records, ran for many+ years little cost above regular maintenance. Friend bought used, more affordable, ran well for 2 years, but nothing but a hole last 2 years, cannot keep it running, replacing everything short of the engine itself and cannot get a mechanic to figure it out.
Sorry for the long post. Attempting to cover much.
Bowrider/Deck Boat for Lake Erie.
Best Brands, or Boats that fit those categories for Lake Erie.
New/Used.
Any other information you would like to share.
I thank you and appreciate the comments, opinions and advice.