On Thu, 28 Oct 2004 19:09:06 -0400, Wayne.B
wrote:

I'm thinking about a "next" boat.

It should have a modest cuddy cabin with a head, preferably a "real"
head.

It should be trailerable, i.e., 8'6'' max beam, max dry weight less
than about 5,500 pounds, LOA about 26', Inboard/Outboard.

It should have a very good ride in a chop, i.e. lots of dead rise and
a fine entry.

It should be decently fast but quiet, something like a single 454 or
twin 350s, well muffled of course.

I'm thinking in terms of a used boat, 5 to 10 years old, preferably
with a reputation for quality and decent construction.

Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.

Sportsfisher, express or family? I'll guess sportfisher. :)

If I were in the hands down used market, I'd look to Pursuit - they
make some remarkable boats in that range and some are trailerable
without much fuss or muss. The only problem is power - these aren't
inboards.

Gotta be inboards huh?

Dang.

Take care.

Tom

"The beatings will stop when morale improves."
E. Teach, 1717