thinking of bumping up to a 23...any thoughts?

[mada]

Hello,

I have a sweetie of a 23...new transom and floor new belly tank and more.

However, due to a serious case of wonderlust, I want a 23. Before I commit to this decision, I just want to hear what you folks have to say about 23's and 20's.

has anyone owned a 20 cc and moved up to a 23. What did you gain what did you loose. What were you most happy with and what did you miss.

anything related will be helpful with my decision.

Thanks!

[mada]

sorry that should read " I have a 20 and want a 23"

[BARNABY55]

Ever Rode in a Ford Escort and Rode in a Lexus?

[SECF3114M73J]

Plus- more deck space and storage,way better ride. Minus- need more power=increased fuel consumption.2 totally different boats.

[mada]

that info is helpful. How about things like draft, maintenace costs and other things I should be looking out for. How for out do you take your 23's?

[BARNABY55]

I had a 23 in North Carolina I took out 50 miles to a place called Big Rock off Atlantic Beach. I would not hesitate to fish that boat anywhere

[SECF3114M73J]

I don't think there's a big difference in the upkeep cost between a 20 and a 23.A 23 is a heavier,more seaworthy boat.The fuel capacity is about double, so they have more range.

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Ha Mada
The first question you want to ask your self is what are you going to use your boat for. I wouldn’t want to fish a bass boat in the middle of the ocean and I wouldn’t want to fish a 32’ for bass. If you boat/fish in the bay and close to shore you already have a great boat to do that with, but if you like to range farther off shore then the 23’ would be a better choice for you. That’s why some guys support the 4 boat theory they live it all. I love fishing off shore so I have the 23’ I went Sword fishing Saturday night and was 25 miles off Miami I wouldn’t want to do that with a 20’ for the rest of your questions bigger truck, bigger motor, upkeep etc. well that’s the price your pay.
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[mada]

How much water do you guys draw in your 23's? I'd hate to totally loose bay fishing If I go up to a 23.

[ocuyler]

Mada,

You may have seen my post on another thread. If you move to a 23, which I have, you'll need a full size truck. I also have a 20' Seafari that tows well with a V-6 mini van.

The 23' is a WAY different ride, just amazing compared to a 20 or any other 23 for that matter.

Around here, we don't mess with water less than 2-1/2 or 3' because of ROCKS!

I love my 23, but just bought a new Boston Whaler 16' Dauntless CC. I love it's portability and fuel usage with the 115 4 stroke.

You have to remember, I started the 4 boat theory!