chambers1517
Petty Officer 2nd Class
- Joined
- Aug 14, 2009
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- 185
I had a 1997 Chris Craft 17' with a 4.3 that I used for tubing etc. Great boat. I had a 2000 Sea Ray 185 with a 4.3 mpi also a good boat. Now I have a 2005Caravelle 207 with a 5.0 mpi. The Caravelle has the most room by far and has great power for pulling but it fells larger and not as agile as the Chris Craft. The Sea Ray as expected was in the middle. The Caravelle is also thirsy compared to the Chris Craft. What would you guys consider the best size boat and engine for mainly tubing. The Caravell has advantages of being able to take more people and extra room. The Chris Craft could go all day pulling on half a tank of gas and could really handle. I can't decide which package is my favorite. I know each has their strong points. I had 3 tubes with 2 peopll on each behind each boat and they all handled it well with the Caravelle doing the best job. What combination would you consider best overall?