| With so many different types of boats to choose | | | | plenty of seating area, and nooks for sunbathing. |
| from, how can you ever decide which one is | | | | Closed Bow Runabout boats are great for |
| best? That depends on what you want to do | | | | indulging in a variety of water sports. They are |
| with it. If you plan on taking your boat deep sea | | | | fast and smooth. |
| fishing, than you'll need a very different style of | | | | Sailboats offer a relaxing way to cruise lakes and |
| watercraft than if you were to use it for river | | | | oceans. Just be sure you aren't the kind of person |
| fishing or cruising the riverfront. As you can see, | | | | who's in a big hurry, because sailboats aren't |
| what you intend to do with the boat you choose | | | | meant to get you there fast; they're meant to |
| will determine which one is right for your interest | | | | get you there eventually. |
| and lifestyle. | | | | Kayaks too, are great for enjoying all the |
| Here are a few of the most common boat styles | | | | waterways have to offer. They allow you the |
| in which to choose: | | | | freedom to skirt in and out of tight places. Their |
| Fishing Boats: | | | | major disadvantage: they only seat one or two |
| If the main purpose of buying a boat is for long | | | | people. |
| days of fishing, then you'll need a fishing boat. But, | | | | Canoes are in inexpensive option for family fare. |
| even under this single category are lots of | | | | They are great for fishing lakes and ponds and |
| choices. Fishing boats come in all shapes and sizes, | | | | can be even used on small rivers and streams. |
| and styles too! First you'll need to decide where | | | | Rowboats are cheap and strong. Their major |
| you'll be doing the bulk of your fishing: lakes, | | | | disadvantage: it can be strenuous work to get a |
| rivers, or the ocean This is important because | | | | rowboat back to shore after a long day of fishing. |
| different styles of fishing boats are designed for | | | | Deck Boats make great leisure boats. They can |
| specific areas. For example, Bass boats are great | | | | usually carry 8-12 people and are popular amongst |
| for searching low profile areas from several | | | | the party crowd. |
| different angles, compared to a sports fishing | | | | Houseboats or Yachts are wonderful for |
| boats, which are best for fishermen who tend to | | | | entertaining and boat living. They offer plenty of |
| go after very large fish. | | | | room and luxury. However, they can be quite |
| All-purpose Fishing boats are great for both | | | | expensive, and aren't for newbies on the boat |
| freshwater and salt-water fishing, and work well | | | | scene. |
| for all types of fishing and water. | | | | Pontoons are often used for family outings. |
| Airboats are great for getting you to places that | | | | With so many options in today's boating market, |
| you couldn't normally reach with other kinds of | | | | it's important to carefully consider what style and |
| boats, especially in swampy water areas. | | | | size is right for you before heading to your local |
| Leisure Boats: | | | | dealer. Depending on the style you choose, boats |
| If cruising around the waters with friends or | | | | can be relatively cheap, or ghastly expensive. Be |
| family is your idea of a great boating day, then a | | | | a smart shopper and get exactly what you want... |
| leisure boat is what you're after. Bow riders offer | | | | the first time around the showroom floor. |