Potomacbassin’
Well-Known Member
Hey all - short time lurker looking to buy a 23-24’ Bennington or Manitou. Local dealer is Benny rep so leaning in that direction.
Quick question - I’m going to use this platform to freshwater fish 90% of the time (largemouth), has anyone customized their setup for this? What were the key considerations in your design?
My current mental list has extended bow and stern (actually want to see if Benny will “extra” extend the bow to give more room like a bass boat), four battery setup for 36v trolling motor and dual Power Poles, dual graphs, hydraulic jack plate, live well and swing back to open up the rear deck. I’ve even considered if it makes sense to put a 23’ furniture layout on a 25’ deck for the extra room fore and aft. Not sure if I’d want the new CC option, that’s more trolling option in my opinion.
Some might ask why not just buy a bass boat - my kids are small (less than 10 years old) so maximum comfort will help make trips more enjoyable for them. And getting beat up on a bass boat going 70mph through 3 footers isn’t where I am in my life. And as we all know, need to keep the Mrs. happy if this boat idea is going to make it off the ground! Once the kids are older I’ll sell the tritoon and get a true fishing boat.
Budget is in the $60-70k range including the extras, electronics, trailer and 250hp. I’m guessing it will be closer to 70.
Thanks for any thoughts or advice.
Quick question - I’m going to use this platform to freshwater fish 90% of the time (largemouth), has anyone customized their setup for this? What were the key considerations in your design?
My current mental list has extended bow and stern (actually want to see if Benny will “extra” extend the bow to give more room like a bass boat), four battery setup for 36v trolling motor and dual Power Poles, dual graphs, hydraulic jack plate, live well and swing back to open up the rear deck. I’ve even considered if it makes sense to put a 23’ furniture layout on a 25’ deck for the extra room fore and aft. Not sure if I’d want the new CC option, that’s more trolling option in my opinion.
Some might ask why not just buy a bass boat - my kids are small (less than 10 years old) so maximum comfort will help make trips more enjoyable for them. And getting beat up on a bass boat going 70mph through 3 footers isn’t where I am in my life. And as we all know, need to keep the Mrs. happy if this boat idea is going to make it off the ground! Once the kids are older I’ll sell the tritoon and get a true fishing boat.
Budget is in the $60-70k range including the extras, electronics, trailer and 250hp. I’m guessing it will be closer to 70.
Thanks for any thoughts or advice.