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Thanks for the comments.
It goes really well in the chop for a 14 foot boat. Doesn’t really pound like a small whaler. Nice and stable too, so two guys can stand on the same side and not feel tippy. That being said, it’s really best as a solo fishing machine. Feels a little crowded and a little heavy with two guys, bait etc. I go 25 mph solo and 20 mph with a passenger in fair conditions.
The bait tank works great. The intake water is diffused as it enters and the bait swims really easy.
I’m looking forward to lobster season, maybe some night time WSB, and halibut bounce balling, all which I didn’t really do in the kayak. And tuna of course.
The project cost has been pretty reasonable, for a boat. I’m into for about $13k including the trip to buy it. Over $5k of that was the motor. The motor is outstanding though and I’m really happy I got it. Turn key = engine on. Not too loud. Efficient. Everything but the hull is new.
If you see me in LJ give a wave and we’ll compare notes.
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