diesel5599
Petty Officer 2nd Class
- Joined
- Sep 4, 2006
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- 169
I think I am 3 days away from selling my current Sea Ray and I want a hard core unsinkable fishing boat for its replacement. I am looking in the $40K - $60K range. I live in Tampa Florida and need a boat that can go at least 40 miles offshore, handle the waves pretty well and look good doing it.
I know absolutely nothing about fishing boats, all of my previous boats have been ski boats, bow riders, and cuddys.
I do know that I need the following:
1) A cuddy that can sleep at least 2 people
2) Weigh less than 8900lbs because that is my Expedition's tow capacity
3) Has to have dual outboards preferably in the 200HP to 300HP range. Absolutely no I/Os.
4) A top speed of at least 50MPH (what can I say I like to go fast)
5) Has to be unsinkable (self bailing hull or something like that)
6) Has to be a 2005 or newer, but cannot be brand new (I never buy brand new)
Nice To Haves
1) Radar
2) Hard Top
3) Jack Plate
4) More amenities than the usual fishing boats (I have a g'f to think about..likes to tan, bring her girlfriends, etc).
I know I am asking for a lot, but if anyone has any suggestions let me know. So far I have looked at Grady White, Robalo, Proline, and Baja. So far I really like the Baja Sportfish 340 and found a 2004 for $59K, but am keeping my options open.
My biggest problem is finding a fishing boat that also has seats and amenities for the ladies.
I know absolutely nothing about fishing boats, all of my previous boats have been ski boats, bow riders, and cuddys.
I do know that I need the following:
1) A cuddy that can sleep at least 2 people
2) Weigh less than 8900lbs because that is my Expedition's tow capacity
3) Has to have dual outboards preferably in the 200HP to 300HP range. Absolutely no I/Os.
4) A top speed of at least 50MPH (what can I say I like to go fast)
5) Has to be unsinkable (self bailing hull or something like that)
6) Has to be a 2005 or newer, but cannot be brand new (I never buy brand new)
Nice To Haves
1) Radar
2) Hard Top
3) Jack Plate
4) More amenities than the usual fishing boats (I have a g'f to think about..likes to tan, bring her girlfriends, etc).
I know I am asking for a lot, but if anyone has any suggestions let me know. So far I have looked at Grady White, Robalo, Proline, and Baja. So far I really like the Baja Sportfish 340 and found a 2004 for $59K, but am keeping my options open.
My biggest problem is finding a fishing boat that also has seats and amenities for the ladies.