Choosing the Right New Boat

Summer’s on the horizon and that means the weather is warm enough for some leisurely cruises along the coast. But in order to take those trips, you’re going to need a boat. Fortunately, the market is rife with gorgeous new boats in all sorts of styles that you can choose from, provided you know what you’re looking for.

Port Harbor Marine is proud to be your Maine boat dealer. Here are a few things you’ll want to take into consideration when shopping for the perfect new boat.

What Size You’ll Need

First, think about the size of the boat you’re going to need for where you want to go and what you plan to do. If you just want to go fishing with a friend in a calm lake, then you can get by with a pretty small vessel. However, for those looking to explore the Atlantic coast, a much hardier and larger boat is necessary. If you’re planning to take several passengers along for the ride or to go out for many hours at a time, you may want the creature comforts of an enclosed cabin and plenty of plush seating and storage space.

How You’ll Use It

You should also consider how you’d like to use your new boat, as different uses will require different features. Fishers will want to have rod holders, livewells and baitwells, plus some space to store their tackle boxes and gear. Watersports participants will want a boat with a strong motor and a towing eye along with ballast for weighing down the stern. Pleasure boaters will need comforts like a head (bathroom) and seating, along with a T-top or other way to shield passengers from sun and rain.

Ready to see some new boats for yourself? Come by to visit us at our dealership in Portland, Maine, to take a look at our full selection of new boats for sale. Port Harbor Marine serves all of our Maine customers.