Going out into the market and purchasing a boat is not a decision that should be taken lightly, as
it’s not every day that you fork out on a vessel. But, one of the main factors that should crop up
in your decision making process is the size of the boat. After all, if you’re going to be spending a
substantial amount of time on it, you don’t want it too small or too big – it needs to be just right.
However, you aren’t always going to get something that is perfect in every sense of the word.
You see, among other things, you also need to take into account your budget and the purpose
the boat is going to serve. In a nutshell, you want to scour the market for a vessel that is an
appropriate size to meet your needs while sitting within your price range… Breaking the bank is
not a wise idea, so try to refrain from doing so!
Anyway, that’s the view you want to take when looking for a boat, because then you’ll get an
ideal boat at a great cost. The moment you forget about what size you NEED, is the moment
you’ll struggle. Why? Because you’ll start to think about what size you WANT, and the larger the
boat, the more you’ll be required to pay.
Here are some things that you can use in your decision making process; they include elements,
which when answered honestly, will enable you to determine what size boat is best for you…
Do I NEED a big or small boat?
Essentially, the size of boat that you need will decide what sort of budget you can spend on the
overall vessel. What we mean by that is, if you genuinely need more space, you might have to settle for a more basic boat in all the other aspects to stay within your budget. On the contrary, if you don’t need as much space, you can spend more on other aspects of the boat.
Ultimately, make sure you find a boat that allows you to travel the waters comfortably and with a smile on your face – squashing into a tight space won’t be fun, but neither will be paying for excess space you won’t utilize.
Does the size account for the conditions?
The conditions that you’re generally going to be immersed should affect your decision. If you
know you’re going to be on calm water under the sun for the most part, then you’ll get away
with a smaller boat. But, in more difficult conditions with choppy water, you may need a larger
boat to compensate for that – safety is the most important thing.
What size can I operate safely?
At the end of the day, if you can’t safely operate a huge vessel, then you shouldn’t be purchasing
one. It doesn’t matter how much space you need, your purchase should always reflect what
experience and skills you have. Start small, and work your way up to bigger boats if you wish.
