iwishiwascool Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 I know nothing about boats or why they cost so much. However, this was today a few miles from my house today: link I'd link to spend as little as possible to make sure we're into it; 20k seems reasonable. What would you get? (I live in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach Alabama) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duff1647545513 Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 When the shit did you move there? $20k seems a little high for the boats you can get around that area. Look around Pensacola for cheaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bam Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 Love our Malibu, 20k can still get a nice one. My .02 Check out themalibucrew.com for more info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwishiwascool Posted May 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 When the shit did you move there? $20k seems a little high for the boats you can get around that area. Look around Pensacola for cheaper A year ago in July. I'd like something on which we can get a hand full of people. I was thinking 20k would barely get me in the ball park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnaplay1647545503 Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 You first have to figure out what type of boater you are and what the boats uses will be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMeanGreen Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 Jason is right. I just bought one a week ago after we spent probably a year really debating on whether we really wanted one, and what type. We ended up with a 21' open-bow with a 140hp four cylinder because we wanted to be able to fish, cruise around without dropping $300 a day in gas, and occasionally pull someone behind it. We took it out yesterday for the first time and had an absolute blast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwishiwascool Posted May 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 You first have to figure out what type of boater you are and what the boats uses will be. Yeah, I really don't know. I'm not a 30' speedboat guy. I can fish in my back yard and I have yet to pick up the rod, so a fishing boat probably isn't going to get it's intended use. I don't see us sleeping on it but my understanding is that if it has a galley, a head and a bed it qualifies as a second home to the tax man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
93fox Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 Don't get a wakeboard type of boat for down here. You really need like a type of bay boat, maybe like a 20'ish center console type..? I'm assuming you won't be going out in the gulf much, so a bay boat should suite you just fine. Edit; Also, if you think that looks fun, go check out billy bow legs this weekend over in Ft walton beach. It's like mardi gras, only on a sand bar in the water with thousands of boats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMeanGreen Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 I miss the Billy Fest. I'm from Fort Walton (actually, Niceville, but who's counting?). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJ Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 Sounds like something like a 24' walk around would be good for you. it has a multi use cabin but not fully furnished. You can use the front of it to lounge and sunbathe, and you can lounge, party and swim off the back. They are CC boats, which is what you want for the bay and ocean. You can get them for about $15-20k. http://www.boattrader.com/listing/1999-Wellcraft-24-Walkaround-101730059 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
93fox Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 I miss the Billy Fest. I'm from Fort Walton (actually, Niceville, but who's counting?). Navarre, ft walton, niceville, crestview, they are all the same, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwishiwascool Posted May 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 Sounds like something like a 24' walk around would be good for you. it has a multi use cabin but not fully furnished. You can use the front of it to lounge and sunbathe, and you can lounge, party and swim off the back. They are CC boats, which is what you want for the bay and ocean. You can get them for about $15-20k. http://www.boattrader.com/listing/1999-Wellcraft-24-Walkaround-101730059 I could see myself on that. I'd like one with a few more seats on deck though, we'd have 8 average sized people pretty frequently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJ Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 I could see myself on that. I'd like one with a few more seats on deck though, we'd have 8 average sized people pretty frequently. You can find them with benches along the back sides, that one was just set up for fishing. They use bean bag type chairs on the fishing boats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rl Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 24'+ walk around with twin outboards would be my goal (and what I have currently). We use deck chairs and it is comfortable, had 6 out this weekend. My boat doesn't have rear seats just a open deck and 2 seats under the enclosure, just like the one in the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwishiwascool Posted May 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 Here's another pic from this weekend: Link How can you not have a boat with this around you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJ Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 Here's another pic from this weekend: Link How can you not have a boat with this around you? Then just say "fuck it" and go big http://www.boattrader.com/listing/2006-Fountain-38-Sportfish-Cruiser-102020485 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRD2BDF Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 I would rather have a nice pontoon myself. Can hold a lot of people and some are quick enough to have some fun with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJ Posted May 27, 2013 Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 I would rather have a nice pontoon myself. Can hold a lot of people and some are quick enough to have some fun with. Pontoons aren't suitable for ocean and bay usage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRD2BDF Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Pontoons aren't suitable for ocean and bay usage. Oh, shows you how little I know about boats other than they float and can sink.. Disregard my previous suggestion then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwishiwascool Posted May 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Then just say "fuck it" and go big http://www.boattrader.com/listing/2006-Fountain-38-Sportfish-Cruiser-102020485 Agreed, I'd go with My Yacht If I got the in laws on board it would be easy to do but I'd rather make sure we dig the scene before we take the plunge... So to speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Just get buddy pack jet skis... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJ Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Agreed, I'd go with My Yacht If I got the in laws on board it would be easy to do but I'd rather make sure we dig the scene before we take the plunge... So to speak. Yeah, I think deciding what you want to do is most important. Most people who have yachts like that have multiple boats for multiple purposes. The one I posted is more of your "do everything" type boats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJ Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Oh, shows you how little I know about boats other than they float and can sink.. Disregard my previous suggestion then. Yeah they just can't handle the conditions that can pop up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJ Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 There are plenty of guys on http://www.thehulltruth.com that live in the Gulf Shores/Orange Beach area that could help you out more than most in Ohio can. You can probably even talk a few guys into taking you out on their boats a few times before you buy to see if you would even enjoy it. These 2 threads may be a good place to start http://www.thehulltruth.com/gulf-coast/508415-sinking-lulu-party-whos-going.html http://www.thehulltruth.com/gulf-coast/506456-orange-beach-pensacola-fort-walton-billy-bowlegs.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwishiwascool Posted May 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Yeah, I think deciding what you want to do is most important. Most people who have yachts like that have multiple boats for multiple purposes. The one I posted is more of your "do everything" type boats. My wife is on board with the do everything type. I'll have to research if the amenities involved in your boat are enough to assume the tax benefit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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