Re: newbie
I run a 20' Seafari cuddy cabin, which is heavier than the center console, and I use a 90 hp Mercury Optimax. I frequently have 4 adults on board. No problem.
If you plan on flying across the water at 50 mph, though, you'll need more hp.
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(2) Pompano 12' fishing kayaks
'73 Cobia 18' prototype "Casting Skiff", 70hp Mercury
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