To me its not that one is easier or harder its that they are very different experiences. I used to be solely shorebound, and there is nothing like landing a big bass on an eel in the middle of an October night on the Cape...
However, I have had a boat for 4 years and have gradually shifted most of my fishing to the boat.
I'll say the learning curve is about the same if not harder on the boat. I spend most of my time on the helm and fish a lot less. Weather, sea conditions, other boats, charts, safety, etc. all come in to play on the boat.
The techniques and tackle are different and require new skills.
Yes I have access to more locations and can easily move around in the boat, it is different and has advantages, but easier.... I don't think so.
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