What size boat?

[parker23]

I agree older hull/newer power. There are so many nice used boats on the market. I had an old 20ft aquasport in decent condition and re-powered w/lightly used Yamaha. Had the boat for 7 years and sold it for not much less than I paid. 1 concern for older hull is weight, my aquasport had 3/4" of glass in some spots. Make sure you hire an excellent marine surveyor, soft/ wet spots in hull can be difficult to detect and costly to repair. Check and re-check the strength of the stern, don't want to lose the new power plant due to a rotted stern.

I trailered until last season. 14ft, 18ft, 20ft and current boat 23 ft Parker. 75% of the time I was alone. If you fish alone I strongly suggest an electric winch w/remote control for the trailer as well as a pair of hip boots. The remote allows you to re-position boat as it is cranked in and the hip boots keep you in the game. Other helpful items are a long stern line, spare tire and a good jack, WD-40 can be a lifesaver as well.

Trailer lights that are above the waterline is a huge time/money saver. They have some that double as a guide. Re-pack wheel bearings every season, it is $30 well spent.