What size outboard for G30?

[Chip]

I am once again considering switching from inboard to outboard and wonder if anyone cares to comment on recommendations for an outboard. I generally only need power for entering and exiting the marina and the occasional day when the wind just won't get me home (very rare in this area). I am particularly interested in discussing sizing (HP), and power source (gas vs electric). Suggestions? Thanks!

 

[Ross]

If you have no plans to motor great distances

almost anything under 10 HP should be adequate. Go with gasoline and not electric. It takes about a half ton of batteries to provide the same energy as a gallon of gas.