Need Advise, Opinions and Info

[Destroyer]

Well, if you're going to keep her in a marina, and you like being indoors during bad weather, why not go for a pilot house design? Something like a Parker or a C-Hawk. There's a lot to be said for that style, and since I fish the same waters as you I know that they could handle the rip in False Hook Channel without any problems. A 23-25 should do it nicely, and then call me so you won't have to be alone when you go out. lol

[jasoncooperpcola]

I like the Beast. It gets my vote.

[Blue_Runner]

Willy have you looked at a Carolina Classic?
http://norfolk.craigslist.org/boa/3409055848.html

Not necessarily saying this is the one - says it was submerged in 2007 the completely overhauled......but I've always liked the looks of em. They seem to be a nice little sportfisher. I've heard good stuff about em.

[Blue_Runner]

While I'm at it......here is an Albemarle in NC.
http://wilmington.craigslist.org/bod/3388914512.html

[THEFERMANATOR]

Originally Posted by Blue_Runner

Willy have you looked at a Carolina Classic?
http://norfolk.craigslist.org/boa/3409055848.html

I LIKE IT! I agree that a 23 PARKER pilothouse would be a good boat for up in ya'lls area as you guys can get some cold weather up there to fish in. A 23 PARKER would be just about ideal with a single 225 YAMAHA 4 stroke for most anything you would encounter up there, and still be easy enough to handle by yourself. And when you want to take 3 or 4 with you, you still have the room.

[randlemanboater]

Carolina Classic 25


http://greensboro.craigslist.org/boa/3473165884.html

[THEFERMANATOR]

If your looking for a center console, I would consider this one as it is a good bit closer to you and one heck of a boat.

http://www.thehulltruth.com/boats-sa...-18-000-a.html

[awthacker]

Sorry to jump in late... I'm in Jacksonville. That marina in the picture is where we launch for offshore trips. Let me know what I can do. I have no knowldge of boat engines and don't have a regular mechanic, but I can certainly ask around. If you are ready to make a serious inquiry on the Pursuit, let me know and I'll start making phone calls.

My father-in-law may be willing to check it out, and if he doesn't have time he probably knows someone to recommend. He used to own the very same Bertram you had and I had showed him the pictures of it when you first brought it home.

Aaron

[Pipe_Dream]

Originally Posted by Destroyer

Well, if you're going to keep her in a marina, and you like being indoors during bad weather, why not go for a pilot house design? Something like a Parker or a C-Hawk. There's a lot to be said for that style, and since I fish the same waters as you I know that they could handle the rip in False Hook Channel without any problems. A 23-25 should do it nicely, and then call me so you won't have to be alone when you go out. lol

Now that there's a friend. :-)

Willy, I read what you said about docking solo, and it hit home. Being able to set off on a run and come home all on my own, day or night, with no assistance required is one of the things that keeps my in my V.

This is a great thread. I'm looking forward to the happy ending.