Primordius
13-09-2010, 01:02 AM
Hey guys, currently got a Bayliner Bowrider 175 originally with the purpose of more family action but we're finding we're all getting more into Fishing these days. I'm lucky enough to get an upgrade approval from the misses when finance permits and am left scratching my head with exactly what to get. It's a very difficult choice and I seem to be changing my mind a LOT as well. Basically, I need some advice on what to get and why. Below are my key reasons and uses for the replacement boat:
- Fishing; Inshore and hopefully Offshore for up to several days. (not confident going offshore in the bayliner yet).
- Boat must be comfortable with *some* mod-cons/amenities.
- Would prefer Galley with burner/bbq, sink, toilet & fridge.
- Fishing platform important but does not need to be massive. SS rails at the back are enough?
- Safety crossing bars and offshore is important.
- Versatility important. EG, eating area converted to open fishing platform.
- Under 25ft Trailerable is important.
- Must be under 3000 KG when fully loaded up with fuel and water.
- Must have OK fuel economy.
- Budget under $90K.
I realise this is a tall order, but I'm looking for that perfect boat that offers creature comforts for those extended stays on the water, a reasonable fishing platform for offshore action and enough room for storage/cooking/family whilst being a trailerable boat under 3000KG.
Boats I've looked at so far are:
- Mustang 2400 Clubsport
- Haines Hunter Horizon 710 Elite
- Four Winns Vista 248
- Haines Hunter 650 Classic
- Mustang 2000 Bluewater
My concern with the sportscruisers is they are not designed specifically for fishing and I am not sure how they would go offshore? Does anyone have any experience or knowledge of these types of boats, or can offer some other suggestions that might be better for the type of boating we'll be doing.
Thanks for any and all help guys. Reely appreciate it.
Matt
- Fishing; Inshore and hopefully Offshore for up to several days. (not confident going offshore in the bayliner yet).
- Boat must be comfortable with *some* mod-cons/amenities.
- Would prefer Galley with burner/bbq, sink, toilet & fridge.
- Fishing platform important but does not need to be massive. SS rails at the back are enough?
- Safety crossing bars and offshore is important.
- Versatility important. EG, eating area converted to open fishing platform.
- Under 25ft Trailerable is important.
- Must be under 3000 KG when fully loaded up with fuel and water.
- Must have OK fuel economy.
- Budget under $90K.
I realise this is a tall order, but I'm looking for that perfect boat that offers creature comforts for those extended stays on the water, a reasonable fishing platform for offshore action and enough room for storage/cooking/family whilst being a trailerable boat under 3000KG.
Boats I've looked at so far are:
- Mustang 2400 Clubsport
- Haines Hunter Horizon 710 Elite
- Four Winns Vista 248
- Haines Hunter 650 Classic
- Mustang 2000 Bluewater
My concern with the sportscruisers is they are not designed specifically for fishing and I am not sure how they would go offshore? Does anyone have any experience or knowledge of these types of boats, or can offer some other suggestions that might be better for the type of boating we'll be doing.
Thanks for any and all help guys. Reely appreciate it.
Matt