Need help with my first boat purchase!

Boomschoom

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Hey everyone!

I'm seriously considering a purchase of a 20-23 foot open bow wake boarding boat when I return from my deployment. I'd like to fit my family of 4 comfortably, and maybe even have the grandfolks on board as well... so maybe 6-8 person capacity. I like the brands Moomba and Axis, but both are relatively pricey. Are there other good brands out there that offer the same style and size for a slightly smaller price tag?

I bought a used '91 Seaswirl when I was stationed in Hawaii. It was a great boat, but very unreliable and my buddy and I spent more time getting towed in by the Coast Guard then we did actually boating around in the bay! I'd like to spend a good amount of money for a reliable, yet fun family boat. I think the most I'm willing to spend is $35,000 to $40,000 knowing I'll still have to purchase some extras.

Any advice you can offer I'd really apprecaite your help! Thanks!!!
 
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