Hello all,
We've done a fair bit of research on boat types for our needs: trailerable, light (towing capacity <3500 lbs), sturdy for Montana lake sailing and the occasional trip to the Bellingham/San Juan area, comfortable for 2 overnight, occasionally up to 4 (sleeping in cockpit ok, and solidly built. The Balboa 20 made it to our short list and we've looked at a few online (unfortunately none in person). One in particular we're considering is a 1975, good condition, asking $3500 with trailer and 5hp motor. Any thoughts on this? I assume a 5hp is enough 'umph' for the boat? Any other specific thought for this particular year and 'issues' to double check for? Any thoughts would be appreciated! Thanks!
We've done a fair bit of research on boat types for our needs: trailerable, light (towing capacity <3500 lbs), sturdy for Montana lake sailing and the occasional trip to the Bellingham/San Juan area, comfortable for 2 overnight, occasionally up to 4 (sleeping in cockpit ok, and solidly built. The Balboa 20 made it to our short list and we've looked at a few online (unfortunately none in person). One in particular we're considering is a 1975, good condition, asking $3500 with trailer and 5hp motor. Any thoughts on this? I assume a 5hp is enough 'umph' for the boat? Any other specific thought for this particular year and 'issues' to double check for? Any thoughts would be appreciated! Thanks!