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jvlast15

Posted 3/31/2025 1:26 PM (#1033177 - in reply to #1033176)
Subject: Re: Beginner choosing a boat brand

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I have a Ranger 690 VS. My boat is a '98. New to me in 2020 - So I purchased a boat that was over 20 years old. I would not let a used boat that is in good condition scare you away. I would do your due diligence as far as getting the motor looked at by a professional before purchasing - if you go that route.

I do not believe you need to max out horsepower, either, as long as the boat can still easily get on plane. My boat is rated for a 175 but have never felt like the 150 that is on it is in any way underpowered.

Last thing - get a boat with a layout that you find useful. I cast 90% of the time for muskies. So I purchased a boat that I could comfortably stand pretty much anywhere on the rig to cast.