Looking for a new boat

[A to Z Fishing]

Does anyone have any suggestions? I am looking to buy a new boat built for Lake Erie but small enough to trailer. Looking for a comfortable ride, enough space to fish 5 people and the ability to still do water sports (water skiing, wakeboarding) on it. I would prefer a boat that's either new or 2010 or newer since I plan on using this boat for the next 30 years or so. Any suggestions are welcome!

[Bggeary]

sorry I have a 1991 240 Thompson fisherman for sale but it,s a 1991.

[MasterKraft]

[QU
OTE=Bggeary;61632]sorry I have a 1991 240 Thompson fisherman for sale but it,s a 1991.[/QUOTE]
Did you give up fishing? What kind of boat ya buyin?

[Bggeary]

I'll give up fishing when they pry my cold dead hands fro my pole! Bought a 27' C eagle sportscraft and now I have my 10' beam. Want to go again?

[Bggeary]

Wanta buy a boat with sides?

[MasterKraft]

Wanta buy a boat with sides?

Sides are overrated!

[G_Spot]

If you are considering aluminum, consider the Lund Barron or Crestliner Authority. 23' boats that will take a monstrous outboard. Easy to trailer fishing machines.

[fishnguy]

Look at the sailfish 245 DC with hardtop. Make sure it has the retractable ski pole option. This boat would work for fishing pleasure boating, and water Sports. If you buy the bow cover it really helps with rougher water when needed.

[CAPTAIN GEORGE II]

I bought a '17 stratos 386xf and couldn't be happier with my decision. Handles waves on the lake and we put it to use in the bay and river in Pittsburgh while tubing etc. Complete fishing package for under 40k.

[DOENUT65]

The Lund or the Crestliner would be great choices if you have 80-$100,000 to spend on a new boat. A 2010 model will still run you 50k or more. Big boats, lots of room, handle big water well, but come with a very large price tag. I personally drive a 20ft Alumacraft Trophy with a 150 four stroke Yamaha and love it. Big, roomy and stable on the big waters (within reason) and can still ski, tube or board. If it were me, I'd base my decision on what the boat will be used for 75% of the time. Unlimited budget= Lund 2275 Baron with a 300 four stroke.