JohnH wrote:

Based on the beam of the Parker, 9ft 6in, I'll grant that the overall
towing experience would be easier with the Grady. At least I wouldn't have
to get a permit for each state.

Now, lets get on the water. Between the two, which would be preferable for
the trip across the sea? Why?

You just can't underestimate the towability of the candidate boats. It's
the *major* factor in this adventure, not how they ride across the bay.
Both boats will do just fine on those waters. However, the Grady would
be my choice between these two in the hot summer months for obvious
reasons.

Most boaters do not find the Cortez the same ol' same 'ol. A Cortez
adventure is special on many levels. The diving is great, the fishing
even better. The atmosphere is friendly and layed back. A night cruise
over those waters is something to be remembered with the soft glow of
those highly phosphorescent waters, a glow that will burn into your
being. To really experience the Cortez, your own hull is required.

--
Skipper