Fuel efficient fishing boat

[Reel Love]

The post did not indicate a 15' alum boat.
#20 Ice 2 days ago, $4/bag + tax. Wash DC
I apologize for this oversight. I paid $10 for 40 lbs. My error.
The rest of the costs are correct.
I figure that every time I split the inlet its $200 min.

[valhalla360]

Originally Posted by Reel Love

The post did not indicate a 15' alum boat.
#20 Ice 2 days ago, $4/bag + tax. Wash DC
I apologize for this oversight. I paid $10 for 40 lbs. My error.
The rest of the costs are correct.
I figure that every time I split the inlet its $200 min.

See post #3 for what the OP is looking for.

As indicated, it's possible to spend a ton of money paying for large quantities and varieties of top of the line equipment but for what the OP is talking about, your numbers are way over inflated.

[fpjeepy]

Originally Posted by Reel Love

Let's see, you want fuel economy....

$100,000+ for the boat. (Typical center console in the 25' to 30' range, used. New: $300K)
$400-$500 each per rod and reel. Figure you need a minimum of 4. (I have 50+)
Spectra line to spool the reel: $35-$50
Spool of Fluorocarbon: $20. You will need various strengths. Figure: $100 to start. 1 reel = 8-10 rigs.
Laser sharp hooks: $1 each. Figure you will need 10 different sized hooks, 10 each to start. $100.00
$150 - $200 per trip for bait & chum
If you are trolling, $35 to $100 per rig.
Teaser: $100 to $250 each
Lead weights: $4.50 per pound.
Stainless ball bearing swivels: $3.50 each
Ice: 60 lbs min per trip: $1/lb.
Tackle box for all the above: $50+
Fishing plyers: $20
Fishing gloves: $20
Fishing Knife: $20

And you are worried about the cost of fuel? Honestly, you need to consider a different hobby. Fishing is not an inexpensive sport. Speed is essential when you are chasing a school of fish.

With a boat that has a 6 kts cruise, your not fishing, you are wishing. And that is why THT subscribers are dismissing your post.

Being a spendthrift won't cover up being a bad fisherman. Ironically, good fishermen (charter boat captains) care very much about fuel economy. That's how they make a living. Catching fish is the easy part. I know because my father has run a charter business for 25 years. I did it with him for five, and was a first mate for ten before that. But it consumes your life and winters get depressing.

You can spend the kind of money you are detailing if you want to, but it's not always necessary. But 90% of fishermen have the same mindset you do and that's what keeps the industry booming so keep it up! That's how I make a living.

[blazing928]

Surely a cat style boat, or tri, will give the best economy. Plus stability when drifting or st anchor vs the rolling of a monohull.

As to style, well that’s like elbows, everyone has two opinions on that!

[merrydolphin]

Wow, that sound damn good to me. Hard to beat. Power cats tend to be more fuel efficient than monos in general but cost more.

[alitaptap]

Wharram Tiki 46, speed 8 knots, fuel consumption zero


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