On Tue, 31 Oct 2006 17:49:33 -0600, Vic Smith
wrote:

Does fouling occur when the boat is used daily?

Without anti fouling paint? Absolutely.

My next step is to call my State Farm insurance agent and see if they
will insure a boat used and stored in Florida.

Frankly you would be better off with a marine policy from someone like
Boat US.

I keep wanting a bigger boat. I started thinking a 16' Carolina Skiff
would do, but I'm up to a 19' DLX in just one day.
What's that all about?

After a windy day on Pt Charlotte Harbor you will want a 35'. 16 is
too small unless you stay in the canals.

Same with motors. From 30hp 2-stroke to 50hp Honda in one day.
Curious.

Get something close to the maximum the boat is rated for. You won't
regret it.