I was hoping to get some opinion on this. I'm pretty darn sure I've convinced the wife we should buy a small boat for the growing family...fishing, diving, cruising. We have a place in Buxton, NC. (The Outer Banks of N.C). I see this as primary Sound usage, but would like to punch through the hatteras inlet if weather permits. Money is the issue, as always. I was hoping for some input on two boats I'm looking at. 1. The Parker 18 or 21 center console. What interests me about this make is the bow and hull...I hear Parkers are well made, but this has only been hear say. I also hear they are pretty stable in uglier seas. They also seem to have plenty of freeboard and transom. 2. Carolina Skiff. For the same or less money, I can get their DLX 23 which looks to have tons of room. I'm just not sure this boat would do well in small to medium chop...but man, tons of room. I know this is 'unsinkable' with foam core and overbuilt...but. I was interested in Twin Vee, but for the money, I think the Parker or Carolina would be better.
Any comments from those in the know, I would greatly appreciate the time and information. Tom, love to hear your input on this as you seem to have much experience.
Randy Kight
Richmond, VA.
Any comments from those in the know, I would greatly appreciate the time and information. Tom, love to hear your input on this as you seem to have much experience.
Randy Kight
Richmond, VA.