What is the best boat for me?

=== an 18 footer with an inboard motor and an out drive === bow rider === you can do it all ==== go to some marinas and see what is for sale == just searching online will not find you a good boat that will last you ,,, like you are thinking ... there are some good boats near you and you must shop and find .... go to the repair shops and learn from the boat mechanics .. you got to have some lessons and a permit in a number of states ... particular equiptment in the boat also ... go to your state fish & game web site and check out the rules .... Caravelle, Correct Craft, Wellcraft,Glastron, Larson, Chris Craft -- are all fine boats and will serve you well ... learn the maintenance and how to winterize .... happy boatin'