We bought a second hand boat and didnt regret it, we just haven't used it like we thought. Will be up for sale soon if you're interested. 2010 4.85 Stesco Amberjack with a 60hp Yamaha 4 stroke. Message me if you're interested -- we are in the REDLANDS. Looking for $21k
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That certainly looks like a nice tidy rig. You'd save yourself a few bob snapping that one up Kate.
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Thanks guys but I really want a half cab and a little bigger as we want to be able to go outside
Two boats here that will do the job.
http://www.boatpoint.com.au/boats-fo...=0&pss=Premium
http://www.boatpoint.com.au/boats-fo...=0&pss=Premium
And here is a new one with 4 stroke.
http://www.boatpoint.com.au/boats-fo...=0&pss=Premium
Remember to always log on before heading offshore.
Thanks but I have been told that an aluminium boat will be much lighter and easier to handle and we can can go up estuaries with crab pots etc
Kate, I have a Formosa Tomahawk in the 580 Half-Cab model. Its a 2009 vintage with a 135hp Honda 4 Stroke and I love it. I bought it while in Nth QLD and after a while I wished I had bought a centre console but now I am in Nth NSW, the half-cab has been winning me back a little. Half-cabs are good to get out of the sun and rain, but a pain in the arse everywhere you go that involves fishing - retrieving crab pots, fighting mackerel that circle the boat, anchoring and around the ramp and trailer. If I had my time again it would be a centre console with a nice tonneau fitted across the bow that can be clipped on for cover from the weather etc.
As far as the Formosa goes, ring Ross at the factory - great bloke and more than happy to talk about the boat etc.
Cheers
Wal
Thanks Wal , I'll have a look at centre consoles , did think they were for the serious fisherman but you make sense
cheers
No arguments that centre consoles are easier to fish out of but after 20 years of getting wet and being cold, I got rid of mine and bought a cuddy cab with clears. The next boat if there ever is one ( opinions vary between myself and the financial control division ) will be a full hardtop set up with no chance of water getting in. Not sure of your situation Kate but if additions to the family are something that may come into consideration, a cuddy or half cab is the way to go IMO. Centre consoles really offer next to nothing in the way of protection and young kids (and some older ones) get bored - it is great to have a secure area where they can go for a rest if required.
I've got a Formosa 520 Tomahawk with 115 etec.... my first concern is the 90hp you're looking at. When I repower, it will be 140hp. The 115 is OK. A 90hp would be ordinary in my opinion.
I sold the family boat - Yalta half cab after 6 mths due to reasons mentioned earlier. If retrieving at the ramp is a bit of an issue, can't beat an open boat - kill motor, trim up, jump off front... easy. This was a major reason for selling the Yalta. My 2 young (5 & 8) kids much prefer the centre console to the half cab too... more room to roam around. Put a cheap bimini on for family days and we're protected.
I got mine (2009/10 model, 135hrs) with hds7 and a heap of extras for $28500 in Aug 2014.
Thinking of investing a new bow mount and sounder/gps at $6500-7000....at the boat's 2nd hand price I feel OK doing it.
Also, I notice that due to the wide bow they do jump a fair bit (more than others) in chop and need the trim down in head on. Always feel safe in it though. From Hervey Bay.
After 6 boats I, and this one for 16 mths, I reckon I'm on a winner with the Formosa. Good luck with your search - it's half the fun.
Aluminium vs glass - has been debated many times, both have pros and cons. Yes, aluminium is lighter and may be easier to handle, but it is subject to corrosion, welds may break, and it will be less comfortable - bang in the chop more - than a similar size glass boat.Originally Posted by Kate Morgan
As hazza80 says below, a 90 hp may be underpowered. $$$ to upgrade to more HP. Also check the trailer they quoted. You can bet it is the lightest and cheapest they can package with the deal. May need to look at upgrading.
I am also a fan of buying second hand. Not only will you save many thousands on the initial purchase price, but the second hand boat will come with lots of extras like sounder and GPS, rod holders, nav lights etc etc that may not be supplied new with the Formosa. More $$$.
Really need to do some water tests to narrow down your choices. Good luck with your decision anyway.
You can pick up a 5.3 Haines Signature with a 90hp 4stroke for around the same price
I compare the ride at least if I was spending 40k
Enjoy looking for your boat
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The weight of a boat doesn't really come into the equation of launching ease when you are looking a a diff of a couple hundred kg (in the case of glass v ali in a ~ 5.5M boat). If towing weight is an issue- then sure. But if you have a well set up trailer and know that most of the time your local ramp has good boarding facilities ie floating walkways/platforms then glass is just as easy IMO. If you want to do a reasonable amount of outside work then dont discount glass because you think ali is easier. Again draft wont be much different between them either- maybe 10cm depending on the boats.
Have you considered a Formosa centre cab? Best of both worlds there - cabin protection and walk around access for fishing crabbing etc
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