Carolina Fishing asked:


I am interested in purchasing a boat for fishing off the cost of North Carolina with. I would like to fishing mainly nearshore, sound and an occasional gulf stream run. I am tring to figure out what the best boat set up would be. Things I am considering are boat length, beam, single or dual outboards, what horse power, center consol or walkaround, etc. Any opinion of a good boat set up would be a great help.

DubleDutchea asked:


I am looking to buy a boat for use over the summer. It would have to be able to fit around 8 people for cruising up and down the thames enjoying a drink or two in the sun. What kind of boat would be the best for this kind of use? I am not looking to spend too much. I am willing to buy a run down boat and do it up. Any advice would be great. Thanks.