[skinnyp83]

A boat’s hull design plays a big role in determining its seakeeping abilities, speed, efficiency, and stability. And all of these factors will make a difference in how far you’ll want to run and the sea state you’ll consider fishing in. As a general rule of thumb, the wave-splitting deep-V hull design is considered the norm for center consoles and walkarounds. But larger sportfishing yachts are often big enough that they handle rough seas well with a semi-V (which has less of an angle in the hull) or a nearly flat bottom. Some offshore fishermen also like multihull designs, many of which tend to run very smoothly through rough water.

[r4king]

Obviously, we’ve talked about an awful lot of factors—and making a final decision will be no easy task. But we have one final bit of advice that’s as good as gold: before you pick out a boat, spend some time out on the ocean on each of the different types. Go for lots of sea trials, and test out different makes and models.

[Galuel]

On the flip side of the coin, many models don’t offer much protection from the weather and salt spray, other than the console and windshield. Most also don’t have any form of sleeping accommodations and in some cases, may be a bit short in the seating department.

[ConfusedEnthusiast]

Does the boat have enough fuel capacity to go as far as you’d like? When calculating a boat’s range, be sure to only use 90-percent of its overall fuel capacity. That extra 10-percent should always be held in reserve, so you never run out of fuel short of the inlet. Many experienced offshore anglers go even farther and use the rule “one third out, one third back, one third in reserve,” to be absolutely sure they never end up short on fuel.

[pc]

When it comes to fishing miles and miles from the inlet, size does matter. This is another one of those factors that requires you to make a judgement call depending on where and how you fish. Most captains would feel comfortable running a 21-foot center console 10 or 12 miles into the ocean to go deep sea fishing on a calm, sunny day in south Florida. But trying to take that very same boat 50 or 60 miles out into the open Atlantic to reach the edge of the Continental Shelf off the coast of Maryland would be considered by many to be a dangerous over-reach.

[weed]

So, why doesn’t everyone go out and buy one? As you might expect sportfishing yachts can be quite expensive to buy, operate, and maintain. more

[fenpark15]

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[pksace]

1980 Swiftship Charter Fisherman (LOCATION: Fort Myers Beach FL) The 105’ Swiftship is built to be a multipurpose commercial vessel. M/V Florida Fish Finder has for decades taken many thousands of passengers on the fishing adventure of a lifetime and now she's ready for her own next adventure. A 105' Swiftship built in 1980, she's had several modifications and refits over the years to keep her a very up to date, comfortable and efficient operation. She is currently configured for overnight fishing charter sleeping 36+crew or for day trips, 84 persons onboard. She can easily be reconfigured for many other purposes including liveaboard dive, crew/supply vessel, housing for dredging or other maritime projects, a research vessel, ferry operation, and many more.This 105’ Swiftship has an aluminum hull, pilothouse, open upper deck, berths for 36 passengers, full galley, laundry, basically everything you need for extended duty.Powered by twin Caterpillar 3412 TA producing 1680 horsepower. She will burn between 20 and 35 gph depending on cruising speed. She is equipped with twin 30-kW generators, two compressors, an 800 gpd watermaker, dual zone HVAC, and bow thruster. The pilothouse features the full range of electronics to provide safe and accurate navigation.

[A.T.]

Thanks for looking selling my Bosses one owner 52 Davis Express it is always maintained to a strict schedule and never chartered.The boat is powered by MAN 1360 hp diesel engines (2500 hours) holds 1050 gallons of fuel and burns about 90 gallons an hour with generator running at 30 knots and top speed 38 knots.This boat was featured and on the cover of Power and Motoryacht magazine when it was completed.The electronics consist of Furuno navnet combo machine a dedicated Furuno depth sounder and Simrad auto pilot,This Davis sport fish has a Westerbeak 15kw generator and an ,Eskimo ice maker that makes 600 lbs a day which is an amazing option,email for info or call 954-205-7467 easy to show in Fort Lauderdale new boat is here and he is ready to sell the Fortunate new owner will get a great boat,thanks for looking!!

[joshuaissac]

Nice boat ready to go! Runs great and is really reliable. It makes money taking people out to fish. Has a radar to go out deep sea. It is located in Pasadena FL dry docked. Does NOT have a trailer but the price is lower for that reason. Things about the boat:- Twin Chevy 260 inline 6s- 200 HP per motor- 30-35 knots- Unsinkable Stamas Hull- 1972 year- 25' 11"- Radar- Suba Tank holders- BIG gas tank- Holding Tank- Bright front light that moves with a remote- Motorized anchor more

[chickenado]

1961 Custom Charter/Tuna Please contact the owner @ 508-992-three seven four threee or brocha @athearnmarine.com. Boat is located in Fairhaven,MA. This is a 1961 Chesapeake Bay style boat completely restored to Coast Guard specs by Flanagan's Boatyard, Fairton, NJ and Antonio Marques in Fairhaven MA. New mahogany deck with boat bottom completely restored w/52 mahogany planks. (See Pictures) More than $158,000 spent since 2000 in restoration and upgrades. Also New: Autopilot, Windless, AC/Heat, Radar, Chart Plotters, Fish Finder, VHF Radios, Cockpit Camera, S/S Fuel Tank, AC&DC Wiring, Shaft/Prop. Rebuilt DD671 & Twin Disc Gear, 1400 hrs. Onan 9KW Gen, 350 hrs. Night fishing lighting, 360 deg, 2000w. Tuna Gin Pole, Tuna Fighting Station. 50 gal. live bait well. Trap hauling davit. Outriggers. CG Stability Letter 28 Passengers plus 2 Crew. Make: Custom Model: Charter/Tuna Length: 40 Dealer: BoatsFSBO.com ID: 215486 Ad provided by BoatingBay

[junomoneta]

1992 Bonner Charter Boat Custom Enclosed Bridge - Coast Guard Certified Passenger Fisherman Twin Premium Caterpillar Diesels - low hours, NEW generator and fully air-conditioned. Galley, two heads with showers, and overnight sleeping accommodations for 15+ crew. All top-line equipment in turnkey condition. Both engines rebuilt. All COAST GUARD DOCUMENTATION AND CERTIFICATES ARE CURRENT. BOAT IS OPERATIONAL NOW. THIS IS ONE AWESOME FISHING, DIVING, OR EXCURSION BOAT. OWNER LOOKING AT HIS NEXT BOAT. OPEN TO ALL REASONABLE OFFERS!! more

[JohnDoe]

R130 000 with 2012 Suzuki DF60A with 120 hours on it, VHF, navigation and all safety equipment and certficates

[David Armstrong]

Something really special! A super Indigo 430 Deep V body, with integrated Seadoo 130 GTI and all the bells & whistles. more

[reverselockup23]

Just R130k, both Mercury 225s, Optimax with counter-rotation more

[qaz22]

SOLD: Asking R70k or nearest cash offer – special speed boat-rotation Suzuki DF85s, with new equipment + trailer here

[chernikov]

SOLD: Motors & steering excluded! Brand-new Indigo 450 boat (never used) – just fit your gear and you're off! here

[Vorlon]

SOLD: Just R495k and complete with twin Suzukis, T-Top canopy and trailer here

[Hal]

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