advice needed as newbie

External Since: Aug 31, 2006 Posts: 2

Hi all,thinking of buying my 1st boat and not sure what to get.would like
something i can do a little sea fishing in but also something fast enough so
that i could put the kids on a donought ring and tow along.dont really want
to spend more than a couple of grand if poss.I live in the weymouth area.Any
help or advice would be great thanks.

External Since: Apr 23, 2004 Posts: 17

Hi Richard

There are a number of boats that fit your description, one of the things you
need to consider is what are you going to tow the boat with. The weight of
the boat, engine and equipment will determine the size of craft. I would
suggest something in the 15 to 17ft range.

Suggest you have a look on my web site to get some ideas, this is a fishing
boat site however.
Also check out Boats & Outboards web site when looking for a boat.

Don't forget you will need all the safety gear for everyone and the boat, a
VHF and a course to get the licence. 3rd party insurance will increase when
you tow toys as it does as the craft goes faster.

At least this will get you started.

Good luck

Dave

"richard" <ralston999.RemoveThis@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> Hi all,thinking of buying my 1st boat and not sure what to get.would like
> something i can do a little sea fishing in but also something fast enough
> so that i could put the kids on a donought ring and tow along.dont really
> want to spend more than a couple of grand if poss.I live in the weymouth
> area.Any help or advice would be great thanks.
>