How big a boat for parker?

OGCroz said:

IMO the best boat for the Parker Strip is a Hallett 240.

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I need to ride on one. So far the 25' Howard Bullet is the best size IMO for Parker that I have been on.

NicPaus said:

I need to ride on one. So far the 25' Howard Bullet is the best size IMO for Parker that I have been on.

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I will be there the next 2 weekends. Boat has gold , maroon and blue in it. Name on back is '' Trust Me'' . Wave me down and I will gladely give you a ride.

10' Schiada.

nicholastoft said:

Need some advice.

I am tired of getting thrashed around in my 19' deep v and was wondering what size boat you need to run the parker strip and rivers properly. Seems like no matter how I trim out the only way to deal with the chop is to reduce speed and cruise through almost off plane.

What makes a great riverboat hull? Size? Freeboard? V or cat shapes? Tunnel?

I know this is a vague question but I would like to get another boat that would handle better without breaking the bank. Would a 21' do it? 24'?

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

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It really depends on ones level of frailty. Parker isn't the open ocean so an offshore boat is serious overkill. Keep what you have or toughen up a bit and go smaller.

TCHB said:

Shockwave 25 would be my choice. Not too big but big enough.

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Yup! [emoji106]🏼

But I also love my brothers Cobra 230 on the strip too.

Sharp Shooter said:

It really depends on ones level of frailty. Parker isn't the open ocean so an offshore boat is serious overkill. Keep what you have or toughen up a bit and go smaller.

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i guess i should have said I'm tired of thrashing the people in my bow around not me!

good advice all

thanks,

nicholastoft said:

i guess i should have said I'm tired of thrashing the people in my bow around not me!

good advice all

thanks,

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it serious depends on how you drive it...if you think you can buy a 25' boat and run 70 i think you are mistaken. everyones perception of a good ride is different...you need to ride in as many as possible at a speed you desire to go and then decide.

if you like your boat and don't want to drop a small fortune, look at putting tabs on yours...drop those down and blow through the slop.

Don't need big ,just don't boat on the weekend.

I don't want to sound like the old guy here but boy is the younger generation a bunch of pussies.

There should be a 21 foot limit by law.

530RL said:

I don't want to sound like the old guy here but boy is the younger generation a bunch of pussies.

Their should be a 21 foot limit by law.

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i grew up on 22 and smaller...my first was a 19, then a 22.5, now a 240....the 22.5 was the most fun....the perfect cruiser and easy...the 240 is big, but surprisingly agile...not as much as the 22.5 though...wife loves the freeboard and security of the bigger, i liked being closer to the water. made me feel more connected.
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DeltaSigBoater said:

Hallett 270 Stright Bottom

Baddest MOFO on the Water :cool

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Yes and Yes.

anything bigger or too fast is just not safe on Parker, there is no room to get big HP boats legs under them and if you could, you'd go dam to dam in 10 minutes. V bottoms are probably best for parker, a 21 should be adequate but a 24 or 27 will be a bit more comfortable. Better stick to Schiada or Hallett,when Parker re-opens it will be closed to all other boat brands. If you must have a cat; a single engine 26/27 will do the job but only Eliminator or DCB will be allowed. or so I've heard

Whatever you do stay away from Stokers, they are known to sink at Parker.

I say 25-28' cat single engine. Big enough to handle the chop but doesn't create a big wake.

This is what you should have! And its for sale! Make you a good deal!

Damn to Damn in 58 seconds.

Seem that pic a bunch but never that good of quality.....

NicPaus said:

24' +

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Totally agree, a deep vee will cut through the chop and be better for the tight turns. Cats handle it pretty good but turning around in curtain areas it tough.

WET-N-WILD LIGHTNING said:

Totally agree, a deep vee will cut through the chop and be better for the tight turns. Cats handle it pretty good but turning around in curtain areas it tough.

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We had a 21ft Sanger on the strip for many years which was ok in the early 90s when boats were smaller and there were less people.

When we bought our mobile home in 1980 on the Parker Strip there were only 12 spots on the front row which was called Desert Riviera. Then they built Emerald Cove right next to us with hundreds of spots along with other parks as they expanded. Throw in high powered large boats, jet skis and a lot more people the 21ft boat was not fun. My old neighbor just sold his 36 Fountain that he ran on the river for about 16 years.

I still like the idea of the 25 Shockwave or similar size boat that turn around just about anywhere on the strip.

My 21ft tunnel beats me up on rough days.

My 2750 is comfy in water but just a bit big to manage when turning around in the keys and dealing with shallow spots.

After doing it several decades with - I would agree a 24/25ft V hull is the perfect size for the parker strip.

UD

I've owned a lot of boats. From twin engine cats, single engine cats all the way down to 19' jets. I think the mid 20's vees are perfectly suited for Parker.

Havasu you can't have a big enough boat.

That being said not all mid sized vees ride the same. 240 Hallett is probably one of the best riding family boats in that size. 24 Schiada was absolutely perfect for me, but not in the "not breaking the bank" price range. I would try and find a 240 or 255 Hallett.

Outdrive1 said:

I've owned a lot of boats. From twin engine cats, single engine cats all the way down to 19' jets. I think the mid 20's vees are perfectly suited for Parker.

Havasu you can't have a big enough boat.

That being said not all mid sized vees ride the same. 240 Hallett is probably one of the best riding family boats in that size. 24 Schiada was absolutely perfect for me, but not in the "not breaking the bank" price range. I would try and find a 240 or 255 Hallett.

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How do the 21-24' advantages, shockwaves, lasers, essex, genesis, ultras, and similar V's run compared to Hallets? or is that sacrilegious to even bring up?

nicholastoft said:

How do the 21-24' advantages, shockwaves, lasers, essex, genesis, ultras, and similar V's run compared to Hallets? or is that sacrilegious to even bring up?

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My 25' Nordic will run just as good as a Hallett. If you want teak floors, buy a Hallett but IMHO they are as overrated as a Schiada.

We upgraded from a 21' Essex Sterling to a 23' Monarch so we could cruise more comfortably during windy days at Havasu and Mohave.

For parker strip, we felt either boat was fine, but we don't usually boat during busy holiday weekends.

ULTRA 247XS
HALLETT. 240
NORDIC 25
can't go wrong with any of theses and we really love our 247XS.

nicholastoft said:

How do the 21-24' advantages, shockwaves, lasers, essex, genesis, ultras, and similar V's run compared to Hallets? or is that sacrilegious to even bring up?

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Lol. I think any of those would be fine. The 240 is big for a 24. The 25 rage is pretty nice too.

Just my preference for softest ride would be a 240. You may not like it though. It may not feel as nimble or sporty. Kinda depends on what you like.

Outdrive1 said:

I've owned a lot of boats. From twin engine cats, single engine cats all the way down to 19' jets. I think the mid 20's vees are perfectly suited for Parker.

Havasu you can't have a big enough boat.

That being said not all mid sized vees ride the same. 240 Hallett is probably one of the best riding family boats in that size. 24 Schiada was absolutely perfect for me, but not in the "not breaking the bank" price range. I would try and find a 240 or 255 Hallett.

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Freudian slip?:eek

To me a 270 feels too big and sluggish. Just like when I had a 33 Daytona. It was like driving a uhaul truck. I preferred a 29 Dcb over that boat. My Schiada is really aggressive and likes to stay in the water more than on top. It's happier busting waves than dancing over them. Some boats aren't designed for that and you'd get beat to shit trying to do that in them. That boat isn't for everyone. It's happiest in rough water. The 27 and 29 Laveys are like that too. The rougher the better. The 29 though is a handful in flat water.

There's always a trade off. And a lot comes down to personal preference.

Cole Trickle said:

Freudian slip?:eek

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Nah. I've had offers way over asking price and couldn't pull the trigger. I'll probably get old with that boat.

Outdrive1 said:

Nah. I've had offers way over asking price and couldn't pull the trigger. I'll probably get old with that boat.

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It's gonna need a whipple:eek

Cole Trickle said:

It's gonna need a whipple:eek

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I can't keep up with all you 210 guys.

24' Schiada. Perfect Parker boat

Outdrive1 said:

Nah. I've had offers way over asking price and couldn't pull the trigger. I'll probably get old with that boat.

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Hate to break it to you, but you are already old. [emoji14]

Hammer said:

Hate to break it to you, but you are already old. [emoji14]

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I knew that was coming.

Outdrive1 said:

I can't keep up with all you 210 guys.

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I'm not so sure I keep asking questions but it seems built up 210's only run 80 regardless of power...lol

your 24 is still one of my favorite boats on Parker....Perfect size

Cole Trickle said:

I'm not so sure I keep asking questions but it seems built up 210's only run 80 regardless of power...lol

your 24 is still one of my favorite boats on Parker....Perfect size

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Yeah it's kinda that wall. 80's. That outboard runs just under 80. Ricks ran just over. Maybe you need big power and bigger balls to run one at 100?

So, I shouldn't take my 36' Skater to Parker for Dave's B-day party???

Outdrive1 said:

Yeah it's kinda that wall. 80's. That outboard runs just under 80. Ricks ran just over. Maybe you need big power and bigger balls to run one at 100?

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shall see....

I'm not looking to yard sale to set records so if the hull only likes 80-85 that's all she's getting.

I'm hoping it gets set up to be a solid boat regardless of speed.....shall see but if it only gains 8 mph with 250+ hp and a shorty drive that's gonna suck...haha

our 225 crownline is great in parker also on the lakes. It does ride like a Cadillac but not popular on the west coast. When we were looking for a boat I wanted 24+ the wife found the 22.5 crownline and that was the end of the story.

getreal said:

So, I shouldn't take my 36' Skater to Parker for Dave's B-day party???

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I mean. I would. [emoji106]🏿

getreal said:

So, I shouldn't take my 36' Skater to Parker for Dave's B-day party???

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I half expected your 21 to be done by then..

Maybe you can take my 12?

RD

NiceGuyEddie said:

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ehhhhhh nvrmind...

nicholastoft said:

Need some advice.

I am tired of getting thrashed around in my 19' deep v and was wondering what size boat you need to run the parker strip and rivers properly. Seems like no matter how I trim out the only way to deal with the chop is to reduce speed and cruise through almost off plane.

What makes a great riverboat hull? Size? Freeboard? V or cat shapes? Tunnel?

I know this is a vague question but I would like to get another boat that would handle better without breaking the bank. Would a 21' do it? 24'?

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

:thumbsup

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Stop going on holiday (or any weekends for that matter) weekends and you'll have no issues at all in what you have right now. :thumbsup

38' fountain's are perfect for parker. Especially when they beach at Roadrunner and get stuck

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"HeyAsshole! LOL

RiverDave said:

I half expected your 21 to be done by then..

Maybe you can take my 12?

RD

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Picking out the colors for the 21' next week. it's going to be a winter project.
At lease I got some transmissions for the Skater, NO more crash boxes.
My daughter's baby shower is next week (June 6th), I need to stay here to help out. I'll be out there the week after that and talk about the 12' er.

If all these guys with these huge boats would go run them on the big lakes or oceans where they belong the strip would be a nice place again were you wouldn't get beat up in a 19 ft boat. I say we start a petition on the Parker Strip no boats over 27 foot and no wake surfing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

namba860 said:

If all these guys with these huge boats would go run them on the big lakes or oceans where they belong the strip would be a nice place again were you wouldn't get beat up in a 19 ft boat. I say we start a petition on the Parker Strip no boats over 27 foot and no wake surfing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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No offence, my 36' Skater puts out less of a wake than any 27' V bottom at the same speed.

namba860 said:

If all these guys with these huge boats would go run them on the big lakes or oceans where they belong the strip would be a nice place again were you wouldn't get beat up in a 19 ft boat. I say we start a petition on the Parker Strip no boats over 27 foot and no wake surfing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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There are some kayaker's in Havasu that are waiting for your friend request.....