I use my boat about almost all year long for different types of fishing.

June-Oct: On the salt to fish all the returning Salmon.

Oct-Feb On the salt for Blackmouth in area 10 and a few other spots.

Feb- June- A few of the year round lakes for trout, Like Lake Washington, etc.


I think you really need to make a decision based on how much time you will really have to go out fishing in your boat, then make a purchase based on that decision.
If you are going to spend 75-100 days on the water next year, then hell yes, go out and buy a really nice big boat.

If you are thinking about the occasional weekend outing, maybe a 16-18 foot aluminum boat would suffice??


For used boats check out 3 rivers marine in Woodinville, they have a big offiste lot. Also Dagmars landing in Everett.