Seeking advice on new small fishing boat

[DigitalSI]

I am looking to purchase a new fishing boat, only need something small as will be in smooth and partially smooth waters only. I want to look at ones that have good casting decks and there will only ever be two people in the boat at one time. Could anyone recommend some brand's and models I should be looking at. Thanks in advance.

[kevvie]

what price point???

There are several manufacturers you can look at. I would recommend a V-Nose hull like a quintrx hornet etc Great smooth water designs and excellent casting room for two people.

Just depends on what your budget is???

[DigitalSI]

Budget is $25k and I forgot to mention side console

[Joe-90]

Have a look at the Trailcraft Profish. I don't have one but I've seen a couple and I want one.

[ausandy]

have a look at the Seascape viper range........... andy

[Blacksheep]

Tabs Bullshark, 4.20 under 20k. Great boat, side console as well. Try Tanner Marine at Tweed Heads, they had a special on them with a 50 or 60 4 stroke Yammie, looked really good, just wish I had the spare $$$.

Shane

[Zooter]

LOL you know what im gunna say::)

POLYCRAFT!!!!

Soft,quite and sexy :)

On your budget i would look at the 4.5 Drifter Side Console/Suzuki 60HP 4stroke

Honestly take a look and a test ride before you Commit to something ;)

[russ81]

Hows it going mate,
I have just taken delivery of a stacer 4.29 proline angler great little boat with plenty off room you can get the side console as an option.


Russ

[Chamelion]

I'm a little envious Zooter.. The boat in your sig is exactly what I would purchase given the money to do so. :D

[colo]

Have a look at the Sea Jay 4.4 or 4.55 escape sports side console or the 4.55 haven sports side console.

[DigitalSI]

Tabs Bullshark, 4.20 under 20k. Great boat, side console as well. Try Tanner Marine at Tweed Heads, they had a special on them with a 50 or 60 4 stroke Yammie, looked really good, just wish I had the spare $$$.

Shane

Thanks. I looked at the Tabs website and really liked the look of the Wildfisher http://www.tabsboats.com.au/page.php/boat_range/22_Wildfisher.html

Would this be ok on the Broadwater?

[DigitalSI]

Checked out the Stessl website and seen one I liked, they call it the Edge Tracker Pro Tournament http://stessl.com.au/boat-range_edgetracker-pro-tournament.html

Any comments?

[Hornet Rider]

Hi DigitalSI,

You might like to also think about a Viper..... have a look here: http://www.ausfish.com.au/vforum/showthread.php?t=148640

cheers, HR

[tin can marlin]

I would have a look at the horizon range they make one called the northener real nice looking boat i think there finsh is better than tabs imo.

[DigitalSI]

Have a look at the Sea Jay 4.4 or 4.55 escape sports side console or the 4.55 haven sports side console.

Thanks. The Nomad Viper is more my style. Any comments?

[Damned67]

DigitalSI,
I was going to suggest Viper, but I see HR beat me to it.... Even used the thread of my boat!
Seriously though, give Phil @ Viper a call (0405 710 846)
He also builds one in the 4.5m range too.

You have a million options out there for boats, Viper or not. Phil will build it/fit it out exactly to you needs and/or wants. You'd be crazy not to at least talk to him. I'm certainly glad I did ;D
And I think you might be pleasantly surprised on the price too.....

[colo]

Thanks. The Nomad Viper is more my style. Any comments?
I Have seen the sea jay nomad 4.65 viper at the boat show last year looks like a well fitted out rig but i would think it would be getting up in price as there is a lot of standard inclusions. I have been in a mates 4.4 nomad and its a great boat but haven't been in the bigger ones. I saw a Sea Jay 4.65 Nomad Discovery sports in at stones corner marine the other day when i was in there haven a look around. Looked like the same hull as the viper just with a bit more basic lay out still had cast platforms and stuff in it, and its a side console mite be worth a look.

[nigelr]

Thought about near-new 2nd hand?
25k is serious money and would get you fantastic value atm......
Cheers and enjoy your purchase.

[DigitalSI]

Thought about near-new 2nd hand?
25k is serious money and would get you fantastic value atm......
Cheers and enjoy your purchase.

Definately would look at something near new, as long as it has been looked after. No point investing money in to someone elses problem.

[DigitalSI]

I Have seen the sea jay nomad 4.65 viper at the boat show last year looks like a well fitted out rig but i would think it would be getting up in price as there is a lot of standard inclusions. I have been in a mates 4.4 nomad and its a great boat but haven't been in the bigger ones. I saw a Sea Jay 4.65 Nomad Discovery sports in at stones corner marine the other day when i was in there haven a look around. Looked like the same hull as the viper just with a bit more basic lay out still had cast platforms and stuff in it, and its a side console mite be worth a look.

Is that the boat shop on Old Cleveland Rd just before Logan Rd?

[Blackened]

Is that the boat shop on Old Cleveland Rd just before Logan Rd?

G'day

Yes

Dave

[business class]

have a look at pacific marine centre in logan they are about to get in some awesome little 4.5 plate Tournament boats made and would be worth looking at for sure. speak with john the owner as they are getting them made as we speak...... asnd should be around the $25k make too.

[DigitalSI]

Thanks for everyones advice. I have finally choosen 3 boats I am extremely interested in. They are

Sea Jay V-Nose Nomad Discovery Sports 4.65 (http://www.seajayboats.com.au/disc_sports.html)

Ally Craft 4.45 Shadow Pro (http://www.allycraft.com.au/4.45-Shadow-Pro.html)

Mako Craft Frenzy 440 (http://www.makocraft.com.au/makofrenzy440.htm)

Any comments would be appreciated