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Buying the Right Fishing Boat

Feb. 1 2023 Buying Guide By 72 Marine Sales

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Fishing is a favorite pastime for many families and individuals. It’s even more fun when you can climb in a boat and explore new areas of the water! Our team at 72 Marine Sales would love to help you find the perfect fishing boat for your specific needs. Continue reading for a few buying tips and then visit us in Elberton, GA, to look at our selection.

1. Know Your Fishing Style

When you set out to buy a fishing boat, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is what type of fishing you want to do. It mainly comes down to freshwater, saltwater, shallow, and deep waters.

Knowing what type of fish you like to catch or where you like to fish will help you narrow down your search tremendously. Most fishing boats are made to cater to a specific style of fishing and have the appropriate features to catch specific species of fish or navigate certain types of water.

Having a strong idea of how you enjoy fishing will also help you decide on features that are absolute necessities. For example, if you like to bring your family along, you’ll need an option that can accommodate passengers.

2. Set a Budget

Once you determine your fishing style and can narrow down your boat choices, you’ll need to think about your budget. Fishing boats can vary a lot in price, depending on their age, style, brand, and amenities. Take some time to evaluate how you’d like to make your purchase; financing typically requires a down payment and a credit check and purchasing a boat outright might mean many months of savings.

Be realistic about what you can afford and pay attention to the terms if you choose to finance your purchase.

3. Prepare for the Additional Factors

When you buy a fishing boat, you’ll be responsible for a few additional factors that involve the purchase. This includes boat insurance, storage, registration, fishing licenses, and towing your boat. You’ll need to consider these factors before you finalize your purchase to avoid any problems or stress! Make sure you can safely tow your boat and have somewhere to stow it away while it’s not in use.

There are definitely a lot of things to think about when you’re buying a fishing boat, but our team is here to help you with the process! We proudly serve the Athens and Augusta communities.