RyanTheRiverBoy Posted March 28, 2016 Report Share Posted March 28, 2016 Me and my Dad are looking to upgrade to a new boat for fishing Lake Erie we are doing a lot of thinking about brand,length,style. I'm interested in what type of boats you guys run on Erie and if you could tell me about your boat and how you like it? Thank you for any responses Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centre_Pin_Assasin Posted March 28, 2016 Report Share Posted March 28, 2016 That's the wrong way to shop, you will get 100 different opinions. You need to sit down and think about what species you enjoy fishing and how you intend to fish them. Also what bodies of water you enjoy to fish small lakes, great lakes etc... do your homework and then make a decision Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanTheRiverBoy Posted March 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2016 We have done a lot of looking I was just interested in what other people use Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centre_Pin_Assasin Posted March 28, 2016 Report Share Posted March 28, 2016 Well a 18 ft lund tyee is great all around fishing boat but big $$$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalleyeChaser Posted March 28, 2016 Report Share Posted March 28, 2016 16.5 Lund rebel. Fish a lot of inland lakes so it let's me get into a lot of places larger boats can't and it still works on Erie and ontario just gotta pay attention to wind and weather.i run a 70 yamaha which is perfect for me because I troll a lot and I can troll with the big motor no need for a kicker and I can still to 36mph. It's all about what u are going to do the most and what's best for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdog Posted March 28, 2016 Report Share Posted March 28, 2016 Triton Fish and Ski, 18.5' 150HP, fibreglass, bit deeper hull than a bass boat and full windshield; which is a great option in the winter (70mph in an open cockpit, flat out SUCKS in December!). Comfortable ride, family friendly. I debated whether or not to go fibreglass or aluminum, but after being in a couple tinners this year, I will stay with glass. They are heavier and have a more comfortable ride, in my opinion. I sacrificed storage for family comfort. If you are a trolling guy, then buy accordingly. I'm a cast and drift guy, mostly for smallies in the river and the lakes, so I purchased a boat for my style fishing. If you like fishing steelies in the lower or muskies, a lot of guides and river rats like tiller motors with an open deck. Way more room to tangle with Niagara steelies. You can probably narrow down your results if you define the question: Target species Fishing Style Extensive Travel Passenger/Weight Caps Good luck with the hunt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave524 Posted March 28, 2016 Report Share Posted March 28, 2016 I've always like the look of a 33 Tiara Express. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cplummer Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 I prefer alum boats for alot of reasons. Stick with a min of 18' and always respect that lake. Weather can turn ugly fast and don't like being in a boat under 18' 5 miles out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deetch Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Aluminum boat - 18' - 20' Fiberglass - 17' - 23 ft Like the assassin said, this might not be the best way to shop but if you did your homework you will no the pros and cons of aluminum and fiberglass boats. For me I have fished in both and like the fiberglass a lot better than aluminum. Right now I fish out of a 21' stripper, I have fished out of a 21 foot islander, 25 foot Thompson fisherman and a 20 foot bayliner trophy. All good boats but the advantages of fiberglass on big water out weigh aluminum in my opinion. Aluminum is great to transport but slap like hell in rough water. Fiberglass are heavier, take the waves better and handle rougher water. Just my 2 cents, test the boats before you buy them and never under power your boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pudge Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Fiberglass for big water and aluminum in smaller lakes..my 2 cents... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marktheperchman Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Well a 18 ft lund tyee is great all around fishing boat but big $$$ Specially with all the gadgets Matt has on his lol. Awesome boat, though no matter what species you're fishing. And it knows where the perch are hiding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyjon Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 I run a shallow draft 18' flats skiff (Hell's Bay Maquesa) , but I primarily stay shallow or fish the river... if the lake is rough I'm fishing the river. I prefer to sight fish the shallows with a fly rod... I'm a bit of an odd duck up here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lund-SS Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 I run a shallow draft 18' flats skiff (Hell's Bay Maquesa) , but I primarily stay shallow or fish the river... if the lake is rough I'm fishing the river. I prefer to sight fish the shallows with a fly rod... I'm a bit of an odd duck up here. Best way to fish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwhunter99 Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Im in a 18.5 aluminum bass style boat with a 96" beam 150hp. Always max out hp rating for boat. I still have to pick my days on Erie. But in northern lakes It's ideal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teedee Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 I run a 25ft.off shore campion . boat will take the rough water but I still don't leave the dock with strong winds . its no fun trying to handle a boat and fish in rough water .I think if you follow the weather forcast a good 18 ft. will do for most fishing on erie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landry Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I have a 16.5' with 75hp. If Money was not an issue And I could pick the perfect fishing boat it would be a ranger 620 for the Great Lakes. I cast muskies on St Clair a lot and do smallies on Erie too. An 18' tiller would be a great overall rig for Erie IMO. More affordable - although the new boat prices at the shows this year were ridiculous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalleyeChaser Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 If your looking for a Lund try hastings Marine. Bit of a drive but they had the best price around nobody else was even close And they have awesome customer service. Family owned and operated great ppl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanTheRiverBoy Posted March 30, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Alright il try it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauly Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I highly suggest riding in as many boats as u can. You are more than welcome to have a ride in mine. My boat is neither aluminum nor fibreglass. It is a triumph boat but you can still get an idea. It is 19 feet, dual windshield. I'm sure some of the guys on here would be glad to take you for a test ride. This truly is a great way to investigate and ultimately decide. If looking at used, I would be glad to help out with what to look out for. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dax Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I have a 16' Aluminum with a 90 HP and I fish Erie a fair bit. But only when she's friendly. If you've never owned a boat you won't know what you want, till you actually have one. Like Paul, I'd be happy to take you for a spin on the Upper Niagara, I'll be out there soon (i hope) regularly. Doug and Clarence at Bay City Marine in Hamilton are great guys to deal with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauly Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 One more thing to consider. Nichols marine is next to the launch and will take out people interested in buying or seriously looking. They have both new and used. Perfect chance to try some stuff out. Hit the big waves and current straight out to get a feel for rougher conditions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanTheRiverBoy Posted April 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 Thanks for all the help and the offers it a helped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpy Posted April 3, 2016 Report Share Posted April 3, 2016 18 Legend 90 HP Mercury. 2 livewells lots of storage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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