Ed,
The power to weight/size ratio is substantially better with a O/B than an
I/B or an I/O, which is important with most trailorable boats. O/B or I/O
allow you to trim the prop for better efficiency. In trailerable fishing
boats most experts would recommend an O/B for these reasons.

As far as storing the boats on a trailer vs. using a mooring, I would
recommend storing it on a trailer. You will not have problems with marine
growth on the hull, you will not have problems with blisters, and in my
opinion it easier to maintain from a trailer than on the water.

"ed" wrote in message
...
Im looking to use it for fishing mainly and a little cruising. I live in
the Pacific Northwest and there are a lot of places to go see. Im not sure
what size I should get yet. I was also wondereing is it better to trailer
a boat, to have it moorage? Does marinia have drydock storage ? I have a
lot to consider. Any advice is appreciated.

thanks
Ed
"Shortwave Sportfishing" wrote in message
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On Thu, 12 May 2005 09:17:56 -0700, "ed"
wrote:

This is probably a stupid question, but im still learning about boats and
have learn a lot from this group. How does one choose if they should get
a
boat with a inboard or an outboard ? What are some of the things that a
person should consider when purchasing ? Is one better than the other ?

Let's address personal requirements first.

What kind of boat are you purchasing - a family runabout for fun in
the sun, a fish 'n ski type boat, bass boat or a fishing machine which
can be used as a family day cruiser or overnighter? Are you planning
on trailering the boat or using a slip? Have you looked at boats to
determine what it is you want to purchase? Do you know the difference
between cuddy cabin, center console, walkaround, cabin cruiser? You
need to determine what it is you wish to do and purchase, then move to
the different power types available.

There is also the new/used consideration - what are you looking to
purchase?

There are advantages to all three types of power which Harry detailed.
He left one out though- inboard to a jackshaft to an outdrive. You
don't see that all that often though. :)

For me, outboards are the best option for the type of boats that I
use/have - a 20 foot CC bay boat and a 32 foot Contender Fisharound.
I have two stroke direct injected outboards which are lighter,
quieter, efficient and give me more fuel economy that other types of
power available for these boats. I'm also a big proponent of DI type
two stroke outboards which others often are not. To each their own.

So there you have if. There are advantages to each type of available
power and they each have disadvantages. In my opinion, outboards are
the way to go.

We can discuss the different types of outboards when you figure out
what exactly it is you wish to purchase and if outboards are an option
for you.

Have fun looking.

Later,

Tom