Is a 30' boat too big for a beginner?

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No, a 30' boat (with twin engines) isn't too big for a beginner. I have 2 friends who did that and were fine (they needed a bit of tutoring and practice, but that's the same for a 20' or a 30'). And as was mentioned, a 30' with twins is easier than a 26 with a single.

Now there are other issues with a 30' boat, like finding a slip at a marina and at town docks. But those are a different conversation.