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Hi everyone,
I am new to the forums here, but looks like a great resource and community.
I am in the process of comparing boat manufacturers as I learn and research jet boats. For the most part, I consider myself new to boating in general. However, I do own a 1436 Alumacraft Jon Boat, but I've used it mostly in ponds and lakes with a small trolling motor. I've pretty much outgrown the boat, and want something more comfortable that can handle more. I live in Northern VA, and I'd like to step up to a bigger boat that is both durable and can stand up to the shallow / rocky areas of the upper Potomac River and so pretty well in deeper water as well. I plan on using it strictly for fresh water fishing mostly on the river. I enjoy Bass and Catfish fishing mostly, but I will also be fishing for Crappy and Potomac Pike "Snakehead".
I need to be able to seat up to 4 people and a dog. However, a good 70% of the time it will likely be myself and a buddy, or just me and the dogs.
I'm thinking an 18ft boot would be ideal for me. Towing and weight are not a big issue, as I have an F250 with a 7.3 Powerstroke. Things that are important to me are comfort and layout, by that I mean comfortable seating, livewell, rod storage, and for the most part a rugged bass boat. And perhaps an easy way for my dogs to get in and out of the boat after jumping in for swim.
Ideally, I would like to pick something up used, but for the right setup, I would consider new.
Any advise, or links to boat models or manufacturers that meet my needs would be great.
Thanks in advance for the help.
I am new to the forums here, but looks like a great resource and community.
I am in the process of comparing boat manufacturers as I learn and research jet boats. For the most part, I consider myself new to boating in general. However, I do own a 1436 Alumacraft Jon Boat, but I've used it mostly in ponds and lakes with a small trolling motor. I've pretty much outgrown the boat, and want something more comfortable that can handle more. I live in Northern VA, and I'd like to step up to a bigger boat that is both durable and can stand up to the shallow / rocky areas of the upper Potomac River and so pretty well in deeper water as well. I plan on using it strictly for fresh water fishing mostly on the river. I enjoy Bass and Catfish fishing mostly, but I will also be fishing for Crappy and Potomac Pike "Snakehead".
I need to be able to seat up to 4 people and a dog. However, a good 70% of the time it will likely be myself and a buddy, or just me and the dogs.
I'm thinking an 18ft boot would be ideal for me. Towing and weight are not a big issue, as I have an F250 with a 7.3 Powerstroke. Things that are important to me are comfort and layout, by that I mean comfortable seating, livewell, rod storage, and for the most part a rugged bass boat. And perhaps an easy way for my dogs to get in and out of the boat after jumping in for swim.
Ideally, I would like to pick something up used, but for the right setup, I would consider new.
Any advise, or links to boat models or manufacturers that meet my needs would be great.
Thanks in advance for the help.