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Question:
I'm in the market for a small, pre-owned, open-fish-style boat to use for tubing, flats fishing, and an occasional run to local islands and waterfront restaurants. For those in the Tampa Bay area, I'd like something capable enough to run out to Egmont Key on calm days, but small enough to put on a pole lift. Perhaps a Lund Fishing boat.
My initial consideration was the 13 Whaler, but even used, they're as expensive as a 20' boat! My primary criteria are as follows:
1. Small/light enough to put on a pole lift, and no larger than 16'
2. Capable of easily handling 4 adults
3. Reasonably seaworthy
4. Reasonably priced
5. Enough performance to pull a sport tube
6. Center/side console controls (No tiller steer)
7. Fiberglass/composite construction
8. Outboard power (no jet boats)
There are 100 or so boat manufacturers that I've never heard of, so I'm assuming I haven't even scratched the surface when it comes to options. Any advice would be most appreciated.......
Answer:
In that case, at least find a Lund dealer and take a look at some of their less expensive models. www.lundboats.com
I have a WC-14, which would NOT suit your purpose since it's a tiller model.
But one or two steps up in their model line are some very nice, stable (and not overly expensive) boats with simple steering consoles. Find one used through whatever means necessary. They're great boats. Built like a rock.
Mine is about the cheapest model they make, but it's still extremely stable in Lake Ontario, where spooky weather comes out of nowhere, and the wave patterns are utterly bizarre
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