Opinions on 17' Alumaweld Talon

[lokidog]

Both the Strykers are rated at 80hp prop.  I think 115 and 135 w/jet.

Tell that to the 90 on my boat.....   

It's actually the other way around for power rating, higher prop than jet.

[RadSav]

I've been messed in the head all these years?  Go figure  

Wife has been telling that for nearly 20 years, but I just figured it was because she's a happy challenged indian woman.

[C-Money]

Man.....I am 4 hours into a 36 at work.......This shift is gonna drag!! I wanna go get the boat thing done and get fishing!!!! I'm ready!! 32 hours to go!

[antlerking]

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2004 Alumaweld 17 Ft Talon w/ dual Mercury 50& 8 H.P. Outboards - $14995 (East Wenatchee)
 

























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[lokidog]

If that is the listing, you might think again, especially with the Mercurys.  You do not see many Mercurys out here for a reason.  My Mercury 9.9 kicker has had many issues even though it is hardly used.  I had to replace the tilt tube last summer, NOT STAINLESS (WTH?), and other parts due to corrosion including the transom bolts.

Good luck.

[hollymaster]

As soon as you get it home you will have 2 footitis. You will wish you had the 19 footer. Unless you fish alone a lot.

This 

[C-Money]

It would seem that my "dream" boat choice is unpopular with some. That's ok, I enjoy all kinds of feedback. No doubt, 2 more feet would be great. As long as the test drive goes well, I'm writing a check and going fishing.

[RadSav]

I would seem that my "dream" boat choice is unpopular with some. That's ok, I enjoy all kinds of feedback. No doubt, 2 more feet would be great. As long as the test drive goes well, I writing a check and going fishing.

I don't think anyone has said it is a bad choice.  They are nice boats.  I think those posts were more of a warning that as a family boat it does have it's comfort issues and limitations.  Best to go into a purchase of that size with your eyes wide open.  It could be an expensive learning experience if you didn't.

Hope all goes well and you enjoy it for a lot of years to come

[lokidog]

I would seem that my "dream" boat choice is unpopular with some. That's ok, I enjoy all kinds of feedback. No doubt, 2 more feet would be great. As long as the test drive goes well, I writing a check and going fishing.

I don't think anyone has said it is a bad choice.  They are nice boats.  I think those posts were more of a warning that as a family boat it does have it's comfort issues and limitations.  Best to go into a purchase of that size with your eyes wide open.  It could be an expensive learning experience if you didn't.

Hope all goes well and you enjoy it for a lot of years to come

 

[Romulus1297]

Just make sure the test drive is in the river and not in their parking lot.

[lokidog]

Just make sure the test drive is in the river and not in their parking lot.

As well as the weight equivalent of a full tank of gas, fishing gear, cooler, two adults and two teenagers.... 

[C-Money]

Test drive went great! Went over everything with a fine tooth comb. Dealer filled both gas tanks, glad of that! Brought the boat home. Took wife and kids out, ran great and had power to spare. What a boat! Could not be happier! Was a little windy, but we managed to get on a few fish. My son got his first walleye, a 19". Bass perch and a few walleye, was a great evening.

[Antlershed]

Both the Strykers are rated at 80hp prop.  I think 115 and 135 w/jet.

Tell that to the 90 on my boat.....   

It's actually the other way around for power rating, higher prop than jet.

That's because the 115 power head will only be 80 hp with a pump. You are essentially limited by the weight of the power head.

[full choke]

Test drive went great! Went over everything with a fine tooth comb. Dealer filled both gas tanks, glad of that! Brought the boat home. Took wife and kids out, ran great and had power to spare. What a boat! Could not be happier! Was a little windy, but we managed to get on a few fish. My son got his first walleye, a 19". Bass perch and a few walleye, was a great evening.

 
Have fun and enjoy your new boat!

[Buckmark]

Test drive went great! Went over everything with a fine tooth comb. Dealer filled both gas tanks, glad of that! Brought the boat home. Took wife and kids out, ran great and had power to spare. What a boat! Could not be happier! Was a little windy, but we managed to get on a few fish. My son got his first walleye, a 19". Bass perch and a few walleye, was a great evening.

Those smiles are priceless!!!
Congrats and have lots of fun....