Looking for used rig suggestions

[GregL]

Hi All,

Wondering if I can get some input on my next duck boat. Currently, I am running an 2012 18' Lund Alaskan Tiller with a 75 hp Yamaha and an Avery Quick-set blind. The boat has been awesome.
We got this boat because we though it would make a great double duty, walleye-hunting rig, which it has been. Over the last 2-3 years, I am finding myself hunting just me and my dog more and more.

My wife want's a larger fishing boat with a windshield

Since I hunt mostly by myself, I don't really need an 18' duck boat, but still want to be safe. So I thought this is the forum to get some input. I hunt inland land lakes mostly and pick my days on the larger lake I hunt if it's really rough I can just go to a small lake.

So I'm looking for help on the type of boat.

So here's my criteria in no particular order of importance except #1:

1) It should handle honest 1-2 foot waves safely
2) Be able to get into some shallow weedy/muddy water areas
3) Good at hiding because my birds are pressured!
4) Be able to carry a guy, dog and gear safely
5) Tow-able on a trailer

Are my exceptions out of wack!

 

[Phil Nowack]

Devlin BBIII or Scaup

 

[Pete McMiller]

Ditto on the BB3.

 

[Troy Fields]

Never been in a BBIII, but I do love my Scaup! The Scaup would easily take a second gunner too.

 

[Steve Sanford]

Greg~


One question: How important is speed?


Oh, and one more: Will you build it yourself?


All the best,


SJS

 

[GregL]

Thanks Phil, I'll start reading up on these.

Nope won't be building it myself, I'm handy but not that handy! LOL!


Speed is not a big concern, just want it to handle a motor big enough to handle the weight of the required gear.

 

[Dean Temple]

I've got a nice 14 foot TDB classic for sale that fits that mold your looking for, were are you located?
Regards
Dean

 

[Phil Nowack]

A TDB 14 Classic would be an excellent option'!

 

[RD Nelle]

Greg,
where are you located? This may play into what is locally available, unless you are willing to drive or to have it shipped.

 

[Phil Nowack]

Thanks Phil, I'll start reading up on these.

Nope won't be building it myself, I'm handy but not that handy! LOL!


Speed is not a big concern, just want it to handle a motor big enough to handle the weight of the required gear.

BTW- stitch and glue boat building isn't difficult....

 

[RD Nelle]

Greg,
try this link from the old site and hit the search posts section.



http://duckboats.net.nmsrv.com/specs/sneak.html

 

[GregL]

Thanks RD,

I'm in Toronto,Ontario, I'll check the page out