Boat Question.

[jr 1968]

I'am new here and have a question?

I have thought about getting a boat to fish the rivers and maybe just a little out in the

lake, but not far out.

I like the thought of a tiller model, for the ease of trolling.

Was wondering if any of you could give some insight on boat size and wieght?

Thanks,

jr 1968

[LongLine]

Welcome to the board.

Assuming Lake Ontario & your after Salmon/trout, in the tiller style, I'd suggest aluminum in the 14-16' range but must have a "V" style hull. NOT a flat or round bottom boat! Preferably a lap-streak design that's deep & fairly wide, with minimum 25 hp. Rivers such as the Oswego, Genny & especially the Niagara can have some mean flows at times so you want something with real good stability. Must have a good set of oar locks & sturdy oars.

Tom B.

(LongLine)

[jr 1968]

Foregot to mention Lake Ontario and the genny for trout & salmon.

Thanks,

jr 1968

[Has Been]

Try to get somthing at least 16 ' w/a V hull . A motor of 25 to 50 Hp. I have a side console 16 ' Alumacraft w/ 35 hp that I got a real good deal on to fish for bass & pike. I outfitted it w/rod holders & a couple of manual short arm riggers & Depth finder I had laying around. Fun boat to fish out of on nice days closer to shore for T&S & do well with. Easy to trailer & launch. GREAT on gas. When lake is rough, I pull my bass tackle & fish for them . I have more fun fishing that boat most days than my 21'er,but safety first out there. Good Luck.

[lineman49]

I have pretty much the same as Has Been 16' 1985 starcraft with 50hp , I got last year its solid & runs great. Its great for spring & late fall perch fishing when the docks are still not in.

[goingagain2]

I had a friend just pass on, he just got a boat for perch and short water. dont know what his son is going to do with it, but if interested, send me a pm and i will contact with your informatinon.

john