Cuddy vs. CC
 

I am searching for my V. I thought I wanted a CC (with a hardtop) because that is what I'm used to, however, a cuddy might be an asset in some situations. How about some opinions on the pros and cons of each setup? I want to setup for fishing primarily. Thanks!!

Cuddy vs. CC
 

I am searching for my V. I thought I wanted a CC (with a hardtop) because that is what I'm used to, however, a cuddy might be an asset in some situations. How about some opinions on the pros and cons of each setup? I want to setup for fishing primarily. Thanks!!

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I think it boils down to much the same decision Franco made when he moved to a warmer climate...Cuddy w/a top extends a cold season (I use mine 12 months)...CCs are GREAT warm weather fishers...

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I think it boils down to much the same decision Franco made when he moved to a warmer climate...Cuddy w/a top extends a cold season (I use mine 12 months)...CCs are GREAT warm weather fishers...

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I like my CC's any time of the year. even Cod fishing in NE in December. Ya just gotta dress for it. ;) 8)

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I like my CC's any time of the year. even Cod fishing in NE in December. Ya just gotta dress for it. ;) 8)

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Good points. Is an enclosure available for a CC, something that wraps down and around a hardtop for weather protection but still allows access to the bow? Does anyone have any pictures of such? It seems like the cuddy's are easier to find than CC's.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Good points. Is an enclosure available for a CC, something that wraps down and around a hardtop for weather protection but still allows access to the bow? Does anyone have any pictures of such? It seems like the cuddy's are easier to find than CC's.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

That'd probably have to be a custom made item.
there were definately a heck of a lot more cuddy models made than CC. And even fewer dual consoles I think.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

That'd probably have to be a custom made item.
there were definately a heck of a lot more cuddy models made than CC. And even fewer dual consoles I think.

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What CB says seems to at least hold true for the guys on this forum... Certainly not many duallys at all... :(

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

What CB says seems to at least hold true for the guys on this forum... Certainly not many duallys at all... :(

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Makes sense since I see many more Cuddy's in my search. I'm 6'1", wondering how much room down below with the cabin?

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Makes sense since I see many more Cuddy's in my search. I'm 6'1", wondering how much room down below with the cabin?

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I'm 6' 0" and I wouldn't want to spend a lot of time in that size cabin. For my like's, the V20 cabin is at best a storage area or a quick clothes changing/pee cabana for the ladies.
If I'm going to have a cabin boat, I want something I can at least sit up straight in without hitting my head. this is just my personal preference. Otherwise give me the fishing room of a center console.
Everything in boat design is a compromise (or a trade off if that term fits better) in one way or another. There is no such thing as a perfect boat for everyone.
You have to decide what will work best for your on the water pleasure. My wife isn't a big boating fan. So, the majority of my time on the water is geared towards fishing. Therefore center consoles or "open boats" as opposed to cabin models work best for me.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I'm 6' 0" and I wouldn't want to spend a lot of time in that size cabin. For my like's, the V20 cabin is at best a storage area or a quick clothes changing/pee cabana for the ladies.
If I'm going to have a cabin boat, I want something I can at least sit up straight in without hitting my head. this is just my personal preference. Otherwise give me the fishing room of a center console.
Everything in boat design is a compromise (or a trade off if that term fits better) in one way or another. There is no such thing as a perfect boat for everyone.
You have to decide what will work best for your on the water pleasure. My wife isn't a big boating fan. So, the majority of my time on the water is geared towards fishing. Therefore center consoles or "open boats" as opposed to cabin models work best for me.

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im only 5'9" and use the cuddy as storage. the wife has used it, as chumbo mentioned, to use the potty. the kids will lay down in it for a minute or two but as for normal sized humans. . . . forget it.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

im only 5'9" and use the cuddy as storage. the wife has used it, as chumbo mentioned, to use the potty. the kids will lay down in it for a minute or two but as for normal sized humans. . . . forget it.

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Well said! I'm going to stick with my search for a CC. I see so many that are cuddy it's making me question whether I should get one. When I think about what I want to use it for (fish meat in the freezer) I really know that I want the increased deck area of the CC. Thanks for helping me stay focused. Now to find that boat...... :D

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Well said! I'm going to stick with my search for a CC. I see so many that are cuddy it's making me question whether I should get one. When I think about what I want to use it for (fish meat in the freezer) I really know that I want the increased deck area of the CC. Thanks for helping me stay focused. Now to find that boat...... :D

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HOWEVER. . . . .
where are you located?
you are aware that they are harder to find?
you are also aware that they are more expensive?
do you know that there isnt much storage?

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

HOWEVER. . . . .
where are you located?
you are aware that they are harder to find?
you are also aware that they are more expensive?
do you know that there isnt much storage?

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

you missed a super nice CC, I had posted one that Bass came to NC from NE to pick up.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

you missed a super nice CC, I had posted one that Bass came to NC from NE to pick up.

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I had 2 center consoles before i got the cuddy(19 mako & 21 hydrasport). I loved both , but then my daughter came along and we needed the dry storage for all of the baggage kids require. That was 17 years ago and we still have the cuddy. to me a cc is like a motorcycle, when the weather is right, the ain't nothin better, but the cuddy is like takin your mom's station wagon to the prom. It 's not as cool but plenty of room and comfort to get the job done. As i get older, i tend to go toward comfort. as far as fishing, the cuddy does great on trolling and bottom fishing, but casting on the flats is not so great. either one is a great choice.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I had 2 center consoles before i got the cuddy(19 mako & 21 hydrasport). I loved both , but then my daughter came along and we needed the dry storage for all of the baggage kids require. That was 17 years ago and we still have the cuddy. to me a cc is like a motorcycle, when the weather is right, the ain't nothin better, but the cuddy is like takin your mom's station wagon to the prom. It 's not as cool but plenty of room and comfort to get the job done. As i get older, i tend to go toward comfort. as far as fishing, the cuddy does great on trolling and bottom fishing, but casting on the flats is not so great. either one is a great choice.

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I like the Cuddy much better than a CC. It's a much drier ride, lotza storage space and affords some cover from cold winds while at anchor.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I like the Cuddy much better than a CC. It's a much drier ride, lotza storage space and affords some cover from cold winds while at anchor.

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I am a cuddy guy!! I store all kinds of things in there and all stays safe and dry!!

As for room, I think a cuddy has twice the dance floor for fishing then a CC does! In the cc i always have the cc in my back or the seat in the way or the cooler up front that is used for storerage in my way.

But what the CC offeres is acess to the bow when fighting a big fish who can't make up its mind!!

Nothing beats a full windsheild of a cuddy when it gets nasty! Everyone is dry not just the stinking driver!!

There is a thread here with a couple of pictures of a enclouser on a CC They look weird and they still offer nothing to the passanger.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I am a cuddy guy!! I store all kinds of things in there and all stays safe and dry!!

As for room, I think a cuddy has twice the dance floor for fishing then a CC does! In the cc i always have the cc in my back or the seat in the way or the cooler up front that is used for storerage in my way.

But what the CC offeres is acess to the bow when fighting a big fish who can't make up its mind!!

Nothing beats a full windsheild of a cuddy when it gets nasty! Everyone is dry not just the stinking driver!!

There is a thread here with a couple of pictures of a enclouser on a CC They look weird and they still offer nothing to the passanger.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Charlie the Tuna: *I'm in Virginia. *I'm not too worried about storage as it will be used primarily for fishing by myself or one other person. *Chesapeake Bay, Hatteras, and Eastern shore of VA is where I plan on using it. *I fish freshwater all year round and can "take" colder weather (dress right.) *I've been on the Bay in some pretty sorry weather and don't mind getting a little wet now and then. *Spray in the face when it's cold makes me feel alive!

Darn, Skool, don't tease me about the one that got away. *Let me know of any others you run up on. *I'll consider all conditions.

Thanks everyone, keep it comin'. *I'll find my boat yet. *I must have that flare of the V!!

MJ: darn it, now you got me thinkin again...

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Charlie the Tuna: *I'm in Virginia. *I'm not too worried about storage as it will be used primarily for fishing by myself or one other person. *Chesapeake Bay, Hatteras, and Eastern shore of VA is where I plan on using it. *I fish freshwater all year round and can "take" colder weather (dress right.) *I've been on the Bay in some pretty sorry weather and don't mind getting a little wet now and then. *Spray in the face when it's cold makes me feel alive!

Darn, Skool, don't tease me about the one that got away. *Let me know of any others you run up on. *I'll consider all conditions.

Thanks everyone, keep it comin'. *I'll find my boat yet. *I must have that flare of the V!!

MJ: darn it, now you got me thinkin again...

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

mine will be avail soon, it's a 1978 Cuddy w/ 225 Johnson, but my 21 pictured here will be avail soon as well with a 225 Johnson too. ;D

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

mine will be avail soon, it's a 1978 Cuddy w/ 225 Johnson, but my 21 pictured here will be avail soon as well with a 225 Johnson too. ;D

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But does Fireattack have a raffle ticket for your SKOOL. *;D

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

But does Fireattack have a raffle ticket for your SKOOL. *;D

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I like my cuddy, my personal opinion is that the CC is designed for total fishing, the cuddy can be used for family entertainment.
The cuddy offers storage especially if your CEO is like mine
and says get that fishing $hit outta here, I don't mind, cause I usually
have it where it doesn't belong.

The cuddy allows you to pull up to the local "watering holes" and safely lock up any expensive gear.
Sounds like Lewes is a bad area, but I was always taught that fences make good neighbors.

These are just my opinions, and the final choice is one of YOUR personal preference.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I like my cuddy, my personal opinion is that the CC is designed for total fishing, the cuddy can be used for family entertainment.
The cuddy offers storage especially if your CEO is like mine
and says get that fishing $hit outta here, I don't mind, cause I usually
have it where it doesn't belong.

The cuddy allows you to pull up to the local "watering holes" and safely lock up any expensive gear.
Sounds like Lewes is a bad area, but I was always taught that fences make good neighbors.

These are just my opinions, and the final choice is one of YOUR personal preference.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Fire,

Having owned both in many different brands, both designs have very good qualities.


If I were a young guy with no kids, I would have a CC.

I would also look at a dually, you get the bow fishing area, and the windshield.

Three kids and wife require me to have a cuddy.



This one is probably still available, they were asking $1250. *You could make this a real nice one witha little work.

http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r...r/DSC00009.jpg


Here is the thread about it.

http://www.wellcraftv20.com/cgi-bin/...179050;start=0

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Fire,

Having owned both in many different brands, both designs have very good qualities.


If I were a young guy with no kids, I would have a CC.

I would also look at a dually, you get the bow fishing area, and the windshield.

Three kids and wife require me to have a cuddy.



This one is probably still available, they were asking $1250. *You could make this a real nice one witha little work.

http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r...r/DSC00009.jpg


Here is the thread about it.

http://www.wellcraftv20.com/cgi-bin/...179050;start=0