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Originally Posted by frankie_boy
To the OP: congratulations and good luck! We are currently upsizing our boat and had decided on a Crownline 270, but just Wednesday decided to go with the slightly larger 285. We also looked at the Regal 2500 but wanted something bigger. We are moving up from a 20' Crownline and have been very happy with it and decided to stick with the brand. Our local CL guys are fantastic, and have been great to work with! As an aside, they are trying VERY HARD to get us the new VP Forward Drive so we can try surfing  Mostly though, we are looking forward to the extra room and better ride!
Hi Winnisquamer! With all due respect, and not to pretend to read Jtill75's mind, but it is possible he is referring to ride comfort. I have never boated on Lake Winnie, but after years of lurking and reading this forum, it sounds very similar to Lake Lanier, upon which we have boated for 12 years. I can tell you that when we have been out on friends surf and wakeboard boats on busy days, I have felt like we have been beaten to bits. Just a guess... |
You guys need to go over to Chanel marine and test drive a Centurion or Silversands and a Mastercraft. The deep V hull will put any of these "surf and wakeboard boats rides like crap claims" to shame. I laugh at the thought a Crownline handles rough water better than a Centurion because when I purchased mine it was between a Crownline and a Centurion moving out of a 19' Bayliner which rode like crap. I only commented because Jtill said he/she wants to eventually swap their drive and get into the surf game. If you want to be in the surf game buying an I/O from the start is just not the right move. Regals, Chaperrals, and Crownline's are really nice boats yes, but I wouldn't buy one to surf, wakeboard, or waterski. Just my .02.
JTill75 when you get your surf setup going let me know. I would like to hit the water with you and try it and of course share a pull with you.