parker 21' pilothouse

[reefman]

I was very interested in buying a an older used 21' parker pilothouse. Turns out the boat was no longer available by the time I called but the broker strongly reccomended I consider another boat in that size class because he said the Parker gave a very hard and uncomfortable ride in a moderate chop. I remember a friend of mine years ago had a 25' pilothouse and it was a hard ride, but I always assumed that was because he didn't have trim tabs. I'm looking for help from owners of the 21, I really like the layout but have to consider if it's going to be too rough on my family. It's a big decision and I could really use some help from people who run this boat. Thanks

 

[reefman]

That was my first thought, but he didn't come at me with any other options. He only said he sold one to a friend of his last year and the guy didn't make it through one season on Long Island Sound because it was such a jarring ride. I'm looking for a boat that will be 80% fishing 20% family/tubing/cruising. I love the huge cockpit and the cabin portion will provide some comfort/privacy for the family. I think a sea trial on a snotty day is the only way to find out how she handles in less than perfect conditions.

 

[mulliganb]

One thing to remember is that a pilot house is always going to ride rougher then a CC because in a pilot house you are sitting a lot farther forward. On the other hand there are numerous days that you would not go out in a CC because of the weather where in a pilot house you go and are warm and dry. I have a 2828xl and it does ride rougher then my my CC, however I would never go back. Three things help me smooth out the ride, having a deep V hull, over sized trim tabs and going a little slower.

Good luck on your search for a boat.

 

[Micheal J]

ALL monohull boats will slam...I have an 08 2120sc,and it will hammer a bit goin uphill in a steep windswell...just gotta slow down,and roll w/the punches ...so to speak.It's the best boat I've ever had goin downhill in a following sea...Nice and stable.Even goin uphill,ya just trim it a little different,slow down a bit,and its all good.
This is my 5th boat,and my best.
There is a big difference between a CC,and a PH for sure!!
Go test ride a couple,you'll see.
MJ.