Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

[Greym]

Hello i am new to boating and do not know what type of boat to purchase any advice would be helpfull. Here are a few details that may help.

I am thinking of traveling to the US to purchase my boat.

I live in Newfoundland Canada
I hear people talk about rough water boats is that an issue.
I think a 21ft - 23ft would be suitable. ?
A walk around would be my first choice for what I want to do.
The boat would be in salt water for 5 moths of the year.
The boat would be stoored under shelter the rest of year.
Towing is not a problem.

Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers
Greym

 

[Bondo]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

A walk around would be my first choice for what I want to do.

Ayuh,... Welcome Aboard,....

The question is,... What, Exactly do ya wanta Do with it,..??

 

[Greym]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

Thanks for the reply - I am looking forward to looking and learning on this forum.

With regard to "What do I want to do with it"

I am thinking just mailnly short pleasure trips and fishing. But there are a lot os small islands around Newfoundland and I would like to do a bit of exploring - with the possibility of staying over a night.

My cottage is on the ocean so most nights I would be back at the dock.

Thanks
Greym

 

[JoLin]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

IMO, you're on the right track. A W/A cuddy sounds like the ticket for what you have in mind. I'll also recommend a dual engine setup, or single engine with a kicker big enough to get you home if necessary. 15 hp would be adequate for a boat that size.

The 21' Pro-Line W/A I owned a few years back is just one of many boats of that type. Very capable for its size (a 23' would be even better), and I never felt threatened in any conditions I was willing to go out in. I ran a 175 hp Johnson and a 15-hp kicker that I used several times when I had lower unit issues with the primary. It was more than powerul enough to push the boat at hull speed through some fairly rough and windy conditions.

My .02

 

[Greym]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

IMO, you're on the right track. A W/A cuddy sounds like the ticket for what you have in mind. I'll also recommend a dual engine setup, or single engine with a kicker big enough to get you home if necessary. 15 hp would be adequate for a boat that size.

The 21' Pro-Line W/A I owned a few years back is just one of many boats of that type. Very capable for its size (a 23' would be even better), and I never felt threatened in any conditions I was willing to go out in. I ran a 175 hp Johnson and a 15-hp kicker that I used several times when I had lower unit issues with the primary. It was more than powerul enough to push the boat at hull speed through some fairly rough and windy conditions.

My .02

It is funny you mentioned the pro-line because that was one of the boats I was thinking of and another was the Sea Fox.
My only concern is the area I am from I dont know if these boats are built more for "lets SAy Calmer" waters.

Cheers
Graham.

 

[Home Cookin']

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

pro line and sea fox will handle it. You are on the right track. Look at the parker pilot house, too.

I don't want to go out on a limb here b/c I am in much warmer conditions, so someone in your vicinity can help with design and size. For example, the pro line is built well enough, but you need local knowledge whether it is "too open" for colder conditions-- a design, not a brand, issue.

start with what the serious fishermen use in your size then see about adding some comforts.

 

[Mischief Managed]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

In that size, Parker would top my list for fishy boats and Rosborough would top my list for a cruiser. Both can be powered with outboards and are built for rough water and cold climates. You could just take the ferry to North Sydney to get the Rosborough too, they are made in Nova Scotia.

 

[Greym]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

pro line and sea fox will handle it. You are on the right track. Look at the parker pilot house, too.

I don't want to go out on a limb here b/c I am in much warmer conditions, so someone in your vicinity can help with design and size. For example, the pro line is built well enough, but you need local knowledge whether it is "too open" for colder conditions-- a design, not a brand, issue.

start with what the serious fishermen use in your size then see about adding some comforts.

Wow I thank you for your reply. I am so glad that I found this site it is a very helpfull forum - and great people.

Cheers
Graham

 

[Greym]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

Once again thank you for your help - I am really enjoying this forum.

Cheers
Graham.

 

[Greym]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

In that size, Parker would top my list for fishy boats and Rosborough would top my list for a cruiser. Both can be powered with outboards and are built for rough water and cold climates. You could just take the ferry to North Sydney to get the Rosborough too, they are made in Nova Scotia.

Thank you Ensign - I will check that one out in Nova Scotia.
The reason I was going to travel to the states to but was because i can get way more for my money than buting here in Canada.

Cheers
Graham.

 

[dave11]

Re: Advice on boat type for Atlantic Provinces Canada

Nova Scotia has many good boat builders. Take a week off and check them out. As for American built boats, check out the Parker 2120SC.