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[Arvel]

Hello everyone, I'm in the process of purchasing a 2012 Parker 2820 XLD Sport Cabin with twin 250's. Looking to see if anyone can offer their pros and cons. What to look out for, what options are a must and what to stay away from. I'll be doing a split of 50 / 50 off shore and bay fishing.

Arvel

 

[DaleH]

What to look out for, what options are a must and what to stay away from ...

The fuel dock :shock: !

Welcome aboard ! Sadly, I can only dream about such a rig, so I have no comments of value. Congratulations!

 

[Arvel]

Thanks, I'm trying to learn as much as possible so that I can make a sound decision.

 

[Parker]

The Parker 28 is a huge boat with lots of fishing room. If you are looking for a boat that will run 30knots, she is the not the boat for you. I made many trips offshore in an 06 28 with twin 250. In a following, quarter or beam sea she will run nice 22 to 25 knots. In a close head sea you will have to throttle back. There were days we had to chug along 18 to 20 knots. Remember this is not a center console DV...but rather a wide beam pilothouse. The boat will take anything you throw at it, and can handle more that your body will want to. I would suggest trying to get a ride or charter a 28 for the day. If you are planning 50/50 split inshore/offshore you will like the boat. However, if you are planning on running to the deep all the time and not willing to go when the weather allows you may be disappointed. If you have any other questions, just ask.

 

[Megabyte]

what options are a must

If you are fishing offshore, consider a set of Lee Jr Wishbone Outriggers with 2" diameter, 22' heavy duty poles that are double rigged.
Make sure you have at least 3 rod holders on each washboard so you can run a minimum of 6 lines. 4 off the riggers and 2 off the transom.

Other than that, inshore and offshore your knees will thank you if you order the combing pads, and for docking I would order the free standing rear driving station.

Electronics are generally the anglers preference, but you have an awesome fishing machine there, so don't skimp on the electronics or the safety equipment.

Welcome aboard!

 

[DaleH]

Personally, if I were to buy a 28' boat for offshore use, it would the older Albin 28 TE with the raised engine cover. Only a 20-knot boat but it was rated as the NUMBER 1 BEST hull in off true offshore seas (8-footers off Block Island) by Powerboat Reports.

The 2nd best hull was the Albin 25 (?) Inboard CC.

They were running 75K, but try to buy one with the Yanmar or other diesel, not the Penisula model by GM.