Boats

[Tugfisher]

I just recently sold my 23ft Robalo and I am looking to buy another boat. I am sorta stuck on which boat to get. I'am looking at a 2003 26ft regulator with 2 Yamaha 225's on it and a 35 ft markley with a 300hp cummins in it. Both boats are about the same price. I only went offshore 3 times last year but I really liked it. If I get the markley it would be docked in Onancock and probably won't make to many trips offshore . Last year and the beginning of this year I fished the bay probably 40 times either rockfishing,drum,cobia,Spanish mackerel and trout. Although I could still do this type of fishing in the regulator but not as comfortable. The regulator has curtains with wings but no back to the covers.the markley I could run small charter trips and would be a good write off. But then I would have to pay a slip fee.the regulator will be trailered most of the time . What boat would you get if you were me?

[strbas]

True World 25 ft console walk around with diesel. Made in Eastern Carolina Great looking boat. They had 1 at boat show but several are available used for about 40k.

[no dollars, no sense]

layout and ride are formost for me. i just bought my boat a year ago. it is a 28 footer with twin full inboards and a tuna door, full enclosure, heated cabin(wife was sold on that), and a hull that can cut water. only improvement would be more fuel efficient me personally i would go with the diesel-cost, cost, cost!! burn less go more!!!! but also would have to take into consideration layout and and ride before purchase- now as far as offshore if you leave it in the water(comparing both) the diesel would burn less making the long trip to the fish. a center console wouldnt be the best for seat sales either. me personally- i would have to see and ride before giving an honest yea or neh. good luck and hope to see pictures of the new ride!!!! p.s. i trailer my 28 whereever i want to go and i understand the benefits

[Tugfisher]

Is the true world a catamaran ? What kind of 28footer do you have? I would have to put a bigger fuel tank in the markley if I wanted to take it offshore. The markley is more of a bay boat it cruises around 18kts.

[Tugfisher]

I just looked up those true world boats they look really nice!

[b8 boy]

Heck with buying a boat just be a good HO!! No headaches from the bills, no wife b1tching about it and on and on. All kidding aside, only you should decide what is going to make you happy. I have a Fountain and to me I like the fact that I can get back from the Norf Canyon in less then 2 hours and I don't mind a little more beating, There are 100 other guys on here that will tell you just the opposite they like a luxury boat. You are paying for it so pick what you like. Other people can advise you about features on a specific boat i.e handles well on a beam sea or is hard to control in a head sea. My primary goal was a boat that will get me there fast, could be trailered easily(OI or HI) and capable of offshore fishing. I liked the cuddy so if I take a wave over the bow I don't get soaked and the boat isn't filled with water(nice to have a windshield and be dry in the cold striper season). Good luck with your decision. Martin

[caryman33]

Depends. If you are after speed, then go with the regulator. If comfort and efficiency are more of a priority for you and your passengers, then maybe the Markley.

[Tugfisher]

HO is the way to go . Lol but I have owned a boat since I was about 10 years old and I guess it's just in my blood.Has anyone ever heard of a salt shaker ? Those fountains are fast !

[Earesponsible]

Prepare for everyone telling you that you should get the brand of boat they have.

By the way, Southport is the way to go.

[Tugfisher]

I just want a good all round boat for offshore and the bay.And a reasonable price !