Boston Whaler

Boston Whaler actually means to a series of boats which are characterized by a fiberglass, foam cored, outboard engine, often twin V-hull and a center steering console. They are manufactured by the Boston Whaler Inc.

The first Whaler hull was produced by Richard T. "Dick" Fisher and C. Raymond Hunt in the year 1956. The Boston Whaler was one of the manufacturers of the toughest boats for use in the coastal areas of New England. These boats have been purchased by coast guard officials all throughout the world. They are also used for sport fishing, runabout, and water skiing. The Boston Whaler boats were initially built in Massachusetts but now they are made in Edgewater, Florida. The company is presently owned by Brunswick Corporation in Illinois.

The Boston Whalers are available normally in the following categories:

• Sport— they are very affordable, have low maintenance, unsinkable and have a guaranteed hull. They can be used as a yacht tender, runabout, utility boat and backwater fishing boat. There are mainly four types—110 Tender, 110 Sport, 130 Sport and 150 Sport.
• Montauk — they have conservative lines, shallow draft and solid, stable hulls. They are carefree boats which will keep going on. There are mainly three types—150 Montauk, 170 Montauk and 190 Montauk.

• Dauntless — these have a center console design for unimpeded access and are built for the speed, required for fishing and fun. There are plenty of rooms and convenient storage place. There are mainly four types—160 Dauntless, 180 Dauntless, 200 dauntless and 220 Dauntless.
• Ventura — these are broad-beamed, have a dual console and open bow design for comfort. There is a lot of space and you can customize it anyway you like. There are mainly two types—180 Ventura and 210 Ventura.
• Outrage — they have a center console, cuddy models, have lots of angling features and smooth cruising comfort. It is very durable and unsinkable. There are mainly six types – 190 Outrage, 210 Outrage, 40 outrage, 270 Outrage, 20 Outrage and 320 Outrage Cuddy Cabin.
• Conquest — these boats are meant for big water fishing, cruising, skiing and overnighting. There is abundant space and storage and a hard-shelled exterior for sun protection. There are mainly six types – 205 Conquest, 235 Conquest, 255 Conquest, 285 Conquest, 305 Conquest and 345 Conquest.

Usually a Montauk for a full day would cost $1,975, an outrage Cuddy would cost $4,975 and a 270 Outrage would cost $3,475. The rates may vary for 10 hours, 4 hours and on holidays.