what brand is the best fishing boat for around 10,000.00?
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If you are going to fish the mississippi river the most, a big deep v is definately the way to go.If you are going to fish bass tournaments, then opt for a modified v, such as a bass tracker, or a g3.I would stick with aluminum hulls for the river, also.As far as which boat maker you choose, shop around until you find a floor plan that suits you.I personally like a tiller model, about 18 or 20 feet long.I don't need the single or duel console to take up alot of room.I also like a larger than normal livewell, and an added baitwell is nice, too.A good Bottomline depthfinder,trolling motors on the bow and the transom, and you are ready to go.Most boatmakers have good websites, so you can compare boats without having to listen to a bunch of aggervating salesmen.
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It is a value issue. If you fish 2-3 time a year a Loomis is not practical.  The blank is what makes the rod.  The modulous.  If you fished with an ugly stick for a week then picked up a Loomis you would feel the difference.   As for high quality St. Croix rods offer some comparable quality without as high of a price but still pricey.  Fenwick has a great line of rods.  Bass pro and GAnder Mountain offer nice rods from their repsective stores that fish nice as well.  If you have the money it can be worth the investment.  I use a Loomis for Carolina rigging for bass and I can really tell when I am dragging sand as opposed to pea gravel as opposed to rocks etc.  Quailty blank and the components(reel seat, guides cork handle-which the blanks on the Loomis go through the handle) not all rods do this so it is indeed more sensative as a result.  Quality is the big difference it is a better designed and built rod than the average rod.  Good fishing!
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any boat would work\nnon-pros dont need a big motor to race aroung a lake because they dont have a time limit\nthe bass dont really care what kind of boat your in\njust keep in mind if it is an all metal boat then put some old carpet on the floor to keep the noise level down because fish will 'spook' at sudden noises\ngood luck and good fishing
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On a low budget, the Albin Vega and the Contessa 26 would be suitable. There are also plenty of Asian built cruisers from the 70s and 80s like the Cheoy Lee 30 and Baba 30 out there. If you've got lots of money to spend, then you have all kinds of choices from trimarans to motorsailors. In that case you would have to decide if you want a heavy full-keel boat, or something lighter.
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North Shore Fly Fishing Rod and Reel Combo at Overstock  \nBuy North Shore Fly Fishing Rod and Reel Combo for $179.99 in Recreation & Sports > Fishing Rods & Reelsoverstock.com/cgi-bin/d2.cgi?PAGE=PRODUCT&...&cid=71742&fp=F
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Already mentioned, but a gift card to Cabelas is great. There is a new store in Hartford, Ct? and they can be used online or by mail. For fishermen there is a line of boat/fishing tools called xtools. They are all good quality and they float, making them ideal on a boat. Another idea is binoculars that take digital photos. A smoker. A basket of spices and rubs for game. Cabela sells several gift sets that are food (mostly types of sausage) made out of different types of game. Lodges, such as the Elks, often have Game Dinners as a fund raiser where all different types of meat are served in course- you could get tickets to one of those.
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i always look at ebay motors...then my second step to find a boat in NEXT TO NEW condish. would be a local police/sheriff auction the sheriff's harbor partol where i live has about three auctions a year...most vessels are not new though, but for instance i know that at the last one someone bought a 04 wave runner for under a grand...so look at that...after that i know an irs-repo auction is always a great bet...and if all else fails, go out to the most redneck area you can find, all rednecks have boats, and will sell them cheap ( i bought a 03 ski boat for 9 grand out in riverside ca. where as where i live orange county ca. the boat would be like 16 grand)\n\n\nhope this helps!!!
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Have you tried Bass Pro Shops & Boater's World?\n(Cabela's & West Marine, too)
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There are many, many boats that would meet your criteria. In the end, your budget will have a great impact on the boat you decide to buy.  Here are a few suggestions that can help you learn:\n\n1. Join online sailing formus, absorb the information, and ask questions.  Here is a nice group on Yahoo that I have found helpful: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/world-cruising\n2. Talk to some brokers in your area and ask to look at some boats.  Don't beleive everthing the say, as they are trying to make a sale, but they can provide some good information about what you get for your money and what would meet your criteria.\n3. Attend some boat shows. Strictly Sail (http://www.strictlysail.com) runs a bunch of shows across the US.  Other big shows include the Newport Boat Show (newportboatshow.com) and of course the Annapolis Boat Show (usboat.com).\n4. Join a local sailing club or look in a local sailing magazine for crew opportunities.  By meeting other sailors you can get a lot of ideas and learn a lot about what works and doesn't work.\n5. Buy some cruising books that talk about how to choose a boat.  Some top authors Nigel Calder, Beth Leonard, and Jimmy Cornell (who also runs the excellent noonsite.com cruisign site).\n\nIn general sailboats come in lots of types, styles, ages, conditions and more.  As I said, your budget may limit your choices to some extent, but personal perference, where you want to go, and the level of comfort you want to have will play a big part as well.  Whatever you do, don't rush into to buying a boat without doing your research first or you WILL be sorry later.
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http://www.directboats.com/kiwmartwaink.html  go here to see
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i always look at ebay motors...then my second step to find a boat would be a local police/sheriff auction.. the sheriff's harbor patrol where i live has about three auctions a year...most vessels are not new though, but for instance i know that at the last one someone bought a 04 wave runner for under a grand...so look at that...after that i know an irs-repo auction is always a great bet...and if all else fails, go out to the most redneck area you can find, all rednecks have boats, and will sell them cheap ( i bought a 03 ski boat for 9 grand out in riverside ca. where as where i live orange county ca. the boat would be like 16 grand)\n\n\nhope this helps!!!
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Minn Kota has got to be the best as far as for pound for pound, I know the older moto guides are a pain to operate, the newer ones look about the same with a little power button on the right hand side of the foot pedal, the minn kota has about and inch and a half round nob to step on and is really dependable, most guys that have motor guides carry a spare with them. I have an 18 foot ranger and a maxx74 on it and don't have any problems with the wind, I did put a 40 all-terrain on it for a bit due to the fact the old trolling motor that came on it finally went bad, that was an old johnson/evinrude. As soon as I got the money for the maxx74 I purchased one and absoultely love it, no more getting blown down a lake. some times you can find a deal on ebay on them or bass pro, cabella's has a bargin cave and you may get a great deal their online also. Minn kota makes saltwater motors also. good luck
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Well, the most expensive "MONO" line is any of the current "Fluorocarbon" mono lines available. The best and most expensive being:"Berkley Transitions" and "Berkley Vanish". These are exceptional lines and you will pay anywhere from 12.99-14.99 for 4lb-20lb. However, if "German" engineering is more to your "liking" the "Gamma Edge" line is VERY expensive(22.95) and technically the "Cream of The Crop".\n\n\nHowever, because these fluorocarbon lines are SOOOOO "pricey" most fishermen ,on a "budget", use these strictly as "leader material". If you want a great line that will NEVER wear out try ,"Berkley Fireline".And in "Clear" conditions use a fluorocarbon "leader". If you need more info contact Bassproshops or Cabelas.
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I want a G'Loomus Jig N' Worm casting rod that's 7'1" MH action, and a Shimano Calais 6.2:1 casting reel, model CL200ASV.  All together, not including line I would have to spend\n$744.99, and that is $744.99 more than I have.  I am working to become a professional fisherman, and one day will have that dream rig.  I put the links up for you to check out if you want.  Tight lines
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We caught a 31 inch fish last summer with a $6.88 wal-mart fishing pole. Who would have thought!!!! Good luck.
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Lord yes i have a ultra light rig set up, mainly for bream fishing. bream is a pan fish which will get up to about 1 1/2 lbs. best eating fish there is . but to catch it one is like catching a shark. they are the best fighting fish there is.i have a ice fishing rod about 18inches long with a ultra light spinner on it. i carry it on my bike or truck. i see a decent place to fish i stop. i like it when the place is full of snakes because that is where you catch your big ones. wanna go with me lol.
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The most popular kayak for beginners is probably "Pungo", by Wilderness Systems. It comes from 10 to 14 feet, with the 10 ft. called the Pungo 100, 12 ft. Pungo 120, etc. The taller you are the longer your boat needs to be. You can find them at most kayak stores, or request a catalog from wilderness systems online. They have a lot of choices, like colors, and special "angler" and "camper" features. Another popular model from Wilderness System is the Pamlico, which is a sit-on-top kayak, which weighs a little more. This company makes really popular beginner kayaks that have great stablity. Good luck with it.