What’s the best boat for Alberta?

[Kurt505]

I’ve been thinking of getting a new boat. I really like the Lund pro sport 1700 I’ve got, just think something a bit bigger and maybe something I could throw in the river as well would be nice.

I’d like something around 20’ long with live wells, open bow, walk through windshield, full canopy, swim deck on the back and good rod lockers. I think outboard with a jet leg would be the way to go but I’ve really got no experience with jet motors.

What’s your ideal boat for fishing/playing Alberta waters? Any suggestions on what would be a good option to look at?

[58thecat]

I always say its better to have a buddy with a boat...costs you less in the long run with a lot less headaches.

perhaps;


2020 Alumaweld
Adventurer 20 ft.

https://www.alumaweldboats.com/Adventurer20.htm

sorry got carried away....you want something a bit more family friendly....to cover what your asking not sure if you will find it....

hmmmm https://www.princecraft.com/ca/en/pr...eck-Boats.aspx

good luck.

[Kurt505]

That alumaweld is a nice but we take our pro sport out to the Shuswap and camp right in our boat, having the full canopy enclosure is a deal maker for us.

[58thecat]

https://www.loweboats.com/sport-deck-boat/

now you got me interested....

you can snooze on this one....

SD224
Versatility is the name of the game with the Lowe Sport Deck 224. Anglers will find everything they need for a successful day of fishing, while watersports fans will enjoy thrilling performance and handling. With the comfort and spaciousness of a pontoon and the agility of a sport boat, the SD 224 is perfect for all watersports—get the best of both worlds!

[Dean2]

You should have bought the 19" Warrior Deep V I just sold. Warriors are awesome boats, well worth a look.


https://warriorboatsinc.com/

[WinefredCommander]

18' is all you need.

[35 whelen]

Originally Posted by Dean2

You should have bought the 19" Warrior Deep V I just sold. Warriors are awesome boats, well worth a look.


https://warriorboatsinc.com/

Nice boat with a 200 tiller on would be my pick

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[Duramaximos]

I agree with many posters here, think hard about deadrise. Test drive, and know your application.

I'm running 18 degrees on a 20 foot boat, and would never consider anything less for a light aluminum hull.

Progressive deadrise is also nice.

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