A Buyer’s Guide to Boats

Whether you like fishing, marine sports like wakeboarding and waterskiing, or just casually hanging out on the lake in a pontoon, there are several types of family boats with which you can have plenty of fun out on the water. With so many excellent options, it can be tough to choose the right model. We’ve created this brief guide to help you with some of the key things to look out for during the shopping process.

Size

Let’s start with one of the most important and obvious differences between the models: size. You’ll want to start by thinking about how many people will be joining you on your craft. If you like to bring your family or some friends, then the more room you have the better. At the very least, you should try to make sure there’s a spot for everyone to sit so no one is left hanging on when you’re driving around.

Activities

Some of your features may be dictated by the kinds of activities you like to do on your boat. If you want to make the most of watersport activities, you’ll want a family boat that can get up to speed fairly quickly and provide proper towing capabilities. Fishers prefer features that make it easier to store their supplies, fishing rod holders and bait wells. Then again, perhaps you just want more space to accommodate guests for entertaining. Whatever you need from your boat, make sure you include it in your list of priorities so we can help you find the perfect model.

Ready to check out some quality boats? Stop by Northwest Inboards in Issaquah, WA, and we’ll help you find the watercraft you’ve been waiting for. We proudly serve all those in Seattle.