Advice on what kind of boat to get
RustyFA
Posted 5/4/2015 6:24 PM (#767781)
Subject: Advice on what kind of boat to get




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Hello, I am going to purchase a boat next spring and would like advice on what to get. I only want to spend $5500 or less and I know this severely limits my choices.

I want a boat to Muskie fish out of but it must have higher sides so my kids cannot fall over into the water. I will do more walleye fishing than Muskie but Muskie is always the priority.


Can I get some recommendations on what to buy in this price range? Thanks
curleytail
Posted 5/6/2015 8:16 AM (#767915 - in reply to #767781)
Subject: RE: Advice on what kind of boat to get




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Location: Hayward, WI		For that price I'd look at a smaller/midsize tiller rig (but I like tillers anyway). You could probably find something like an early 16' Alumacraft Lunker with a 40 hp tiller (maybe even 4 stroke) for that price. You might find a little more beat up Alumacraft Navigator with a 2 stroke for around your budget too. I'm selling my Navigator right now (4 stroke and asking more than your range), and it has been a great boat for the 7 years I owned it.

Lots of older Tuffys in your price range too. Just check them over well to make sure nothing is rotten - especially the floor or transom.

Otherwise, most any Lund, Alumacraft, Crestliner, etc. should serve you well provided it was maintained well. In a smaller sized boat, a tiller is much more roomy and is what I would recommend looking at.

Have fun shopping!

Tucker