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If you go with the Aluminum boat route, you can get lots of boat for your money. I own two Aluminum boats and like them because they are easy to maintain and I can easily tow them around town. Neither of my boats have any wood in them, which makes them even lower maintenance. However, depending on how much boat traffic your lake gets, a used Ranger maybe worth looking into as well. Depending on how shallow you fish, a deep V aluminum boat may not be a bad option either.
I recommend sitting in a few and deciding on a floor plan that suits you best for the type of fishing you do. If you plan on spider rigging make sure your boat has room for two people up front. A live well is also a nice option to have up front.
Lastly, get the biggest boat that you can afford, otherwise you will be buying a new boat sooner than you think.
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found a boat , I bought a new 2017 G3 Sportsman 17 PFC , with 2 1199ci hd si and a 360 imaging transom mount, minn-kota ulterra 80 I-Pilot Link. I want to thank all of you for all the help and advice so far will need more help finding the rest of the gear, rods rod holders ect.
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Congratulations on your new purchase. For the rest of your setup for your new rig I would use the link below and click on Ken's Picks at the top of page. Everything you need and more on one page.
Lithia Fishing Guide - Lake Shelbyville, IL - Home
