Santiago - 9-15-2004 at 07:22 PM
Ok - here's the deal. I currently have a 15' Gregor, remote stearing with a 25 HP 4 stroke Yamaha. I have squirled away about $20K for my next
boat. My tow vehicle is a Tundra and I live in Northern California. I want 1 boat that will get me to the albacore/salmon off the Golden Gate and
that I can also tow and launch in places like BOLA, San Luis Cove, etc. I really want to stay aluminium for towing but a this point I'm open to all
points of view. What say you? (PS: I'll keep my current Grego for fishing local waters)
I'm interested in this, too
FrankO - 9-15-2004 at 09:42 PM
Now that I've doubled the size of my family I will HAVE to get a bigger boat. I've been looking at the Gregor Ocean series and also Pacific skiffs. I
have to wait 2 years, though. My neighbor in Bahia has an aluminum cuddy that is pretty cool and w/family might be the deal. Got a lot of time to
explore.
gonetobaja - 9-15-2004 at 09:51 PM
Get a fiberglass 22ft center console with a good outboard, like a 150. You will be glad of the extra weight and power when you hit some water off
shore, and you can take it to baja and launch off shore like a panga if you need to. Also you will be able to repair it much easier than a metal
boat. You can get a T top on the center console to keep you out of the sun and still have plenty of fishing/diving room. get a 15hp kicker for it
in case you have a main engine problem.
that is the best all around boat for what you are thinking of.
GTB
http://www.gonetobaja.com
M_Man - 9-15-2004 at 11:01 PM
For those Nor-Cal Tuna/Salmon/Halibut/Dungeness Crab trips you'll want a Cuddy Cabin.
All boats are a compromise. Heavy boats take a beating from big seas more comfortably, but then you need a big tow rig.
Lighter boats tow like a dream, but you get beat up in the rough stuff.
Check out http://www.arimaboats.com They're built in the Pacific Northwest, they're light, double hulled (like Boston Whalers) Tow easy, and sip fuel under
way. Plenty of gunnel height for peace of mind
The 21 footer actually runs better than the 19 footer with the same HP (More planing surface aft)
$20K wont get a new one, but hey-shopping's half the fun!
#1 - 9-15-2004 at 11:21 PM
A couple I have worked with in San Diego sold their 50' trawler and bought a 22' C-Dory. The boat is solid and no frills. Hull weight about 1900
lbs. Outfitted with two Honda 40 horse outboards. They keep it slipped in SD and will trailer to Baja California. One problem might be the inside
helm. If you are both tied into big 'tails at Smith Island and they start draggin' you to the rocks someone has to go inside to run the boat.
Get a fiberglass hull
mrchuck - 9-16-2004 at 10:34 AM
For the Sea of Cortez, get a fiberglass boat.
There is a world of difference in a 22'aluminum boat and a 22' fiberglass boat.
Your Toyota Tundra will tow either.
My advice is to look for an older model in really good shape like a Grady White, Parker, Glaspar, Glastron, etc., this style of hull.
I see many coming here that have been re-fitted with new 4 stroke motors, and re-furbished, and just work wonderfully with 4 or 5 fishermen on board.
So, look around and find a 1990 or so hull in great shape, and re-do it. Or find one already re-done.
Your cost will really be low compared to going out and buying a new package.
Saludos, mc
Fiberglass Skiff
Cardon Man - 9-16-2004 at 01:38 PM
There have been some great suggestions already regarding boats. I see many of those Arima's and C-Dory's here in Washington and both seem to make
pretty good boats. Another option for Northwest made boats is Growler boat works in Bellingham wa. They make a 20 foot center console skiff that sells
for $4,500 brand new. They sure look good and the price is hard to beat. I have not been on the water in one but I hear great things about them.
Might be something to check out. www.growlerboatworks.com is the URL.
Santiago - 9-16-2004 at 08:09 PM
Thanks for everyone's input.
Oh heck Jim.......
Debra - 9-16-2004 at 08:34 PM
I thought you hit the lotto and were looking for a house maid.....I was ready to sigh up! 
jeans - 9-16-2004 at 09:22 PM
I saw a tee-shirt the other day that said:
"I hope my ship comes in before my dock rots".
So...how's your dock? 
Good one Mindy!
Debra - 9-16-2004 at 09:32 PM
4baja - 9-17-2004 at 06:46 AM
go with fiberglass as its heavyer and more stable, allso if you happen to screw up the bottem there easy to fix. i have had a bosten whaler for around
5 years and have been very happy with it, never enjoyed fishing out of a little aluminum boat.
Santiago - 9-17-2004 at 06:40 PM
Have you guys noticed that the women-folk are getting a little mouthy lately??????
Jim......
Debra - 9-17-2004 at 06:52 PM
Have YOU figured out that comment just cost you BIG TIME?........no more Clam Chowder for you!!!!!!!!
Santiago
Mike Humfreville - 9-17-2004 at 06:54 PM
Too bad you're not closer to L.A. There's a boat show coming up soon in Long Beach. I just heard a partial mention on the radio today. It might
even be this weekend.