Offshore Boat
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Offshore Boat
Opinions wanted on the "perfect" boat for offshore fishing in the gulf. I mean run to the middle grounds if it's a decent day, tuna fishing off the coast of LA....etc...etc, and not beat the health out of you when it's solid 3's out.
Boat (manuf, length, etc), engine(s), etc, etc. Walk-around, CC, Cuddy, etc.
Probably a year or two old, more if it's in good shape ...............(+/-)..< $70k
Must be trailerable.....behind 1 ton pickup.
...I'm doing a little dreaming.
Boat (manuf, length, etc), engine(s), etc, etc. Walk-around, CC, Cuddy, etc.
Probably a year or two old, more if it's in good shape ...............(+/-)..< $70k
Must be trailerable.....behind 1 ton pickup.
...I'm doing a little dreaming.
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Maybe this
1997 PURSUIT 2870WA, 28' 1997 Pursuit, 2870, Twin 200HP Yamaha, Full Instrumentation, Outriggers & Downriggers, etc., custom aluminum trailer. $59,900.00
1997 PURSUIT 2870WA, 28' 1997 Pursuit, 2870, Twin 200HP Yamaha, Full Instrumentation, Outriggers & Downriggers, etc., custom aluminum trailer. $59,900.00
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I know where there is a boat that would fit the bill and with the money you are talking, it could be fitted with a pair of diesels and new running gear... May not win any speed awards, but she is a solid beast. 25'2" Chris Craft Tourney Fisherman. 9'11" beam. Would take some work to get her looking brand new, but a great fishing platform.
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I wouldn't think so with the incredibly high bow, sides, etc......but have no first hand experience.....Frank Bradfield wrote:From what i hear its not capehorn its wethorn !
I should emphasize the dreaming part......not looking to buy today, just to get ideas on what to look for.......good offshore boat, go out in typical offshore conditions, and not need a chiropractor on retainer!
I put the $70k on there to weed out the Contender, etc suggestions....would love to have one, but doubt I'll ever be able to afford one...............
There was a nice Grady White beside RMS this weekend. Looked to be 26-28 ft. with twin Yammmies, hard top, and splash curtain. (I didn't stop, just saw it from the road) There was a sign on the boat... 59K. I think this would make the perfect off shore fishing boat.
I had a friend with a CapeHorn... he absolutely hated the ride.
I had a friend with a CapeHorn... he absolutely hated the ride.