New Boat

[I make oil]

Hello Guy's new member here. I have been looking around at boats lately. Just finished paying child support to my ex and now it is time to reward myself to not killing her sorry ***!

I have pretty much decided on a Blue Wave Pure Bay 2200. I am going to get it with a 150 Yamaha 4 stroke. Any opinions on this boat/motor? I know the get the largest motor argument but is the additional expense worth it? Why? I am also planning on putting a 24v Motor Guide trolling motor on it. I considered the 36 volt but the dealer talked me out of it. He says the 24volt will be plenty and I agree. I fish for fun. If it is to windy for the 24 volt TM I don't want to be out there. I work offshore and mostly fish during the week to keep away from the crowds. I like to start early and don't fish past 1 or 2 in the afternoon usually so the 2 batteries should have plenty of juice.

The reason I chose this boat is because I like the liner boats. Plenty of storage I like the rear jump seats and in floor storage. According to the Yamaha bulletin this boat with this motor should run 53. Plenty fast enough for me. And it should be easy on fuel.

I have not committed yet and will likely wait until after Jan when I was told there will be better deals due to boat shows etc. So I have plenty of time to change my mind 10 times. Ain't boat shopping fun.