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Old 02-04-2011, 15:31   #1
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Advice for Choosing a Powerboat

For Coastal Fishing and Nearby Cruising.

Mainship 30 v. Albin 28

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Re: Advice for choosing a powerboat

Greetings and welcome aboard the CF, bowwow.

I really like the "Down East" design of the Mainship, but prefer the general quality of Albins.
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Re: Advice for choosing a powerboat

Do either come with engines? Or fishing rods?
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Re: Advice for choosing a powerboat

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For Coastal Fishing and Nearby Cruising.

Mainship 30 v. Albin 28

Any thoughts? Thanks
Which years and exact models are you comparing?
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