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Originally Posted by bj112757
Hi,
We are new to ownership at Winni and will be purchasing a boat. We have heard many different things. I was wondering what size boat everyone would recommend as we don't want to buy too big or too small. Also we are in the Long Island area so what marinas would you recommend or not recommend?
Thanks in advance.
BJ
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I've got a 17.5' bowrider w/ a 4.3L V6 in it. It's pretty small, but it's a blast (not to mention comparatively economical). I trailer it up from Boston a couple of times each summer.
Pro:
-easy to trailer
-affordable maintenance
-big enough to take a few friends, but too small for a party.
-good water-sports
-easy docking in/out
Cons:
-terrible in rough water
-more than 4 people it feels pretty crowded
-not much room for storage
If I'm taking it out for the day, I put a porta-pottie in. Modest guests just wrap themselves in a towel.
Of course I wish it were a little bigger, but most of the time it's really great!
On those rough windy days, we just don't go out.
I concur. it's important to find the right boat that fits your lifestyle.