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You just have to find the one that has all the specific features and layout that you are looking for.
There’s a lot to be said for that statement right there. You need to find what interests you most and try that one.
I personally have owned all 3, technically. I think they are all very well made boats and can take whatever you throw at them. I’m on my 3rd Crestliner, which is a 182TS, and I love it. It’s been my favorite floor layout of all my boats. My 1850 FishHawk wasn’t bad either.
I don’t know that I would be scared off by Merc motors. I had em from 01 to last year, and now I run a Yamaha. Can’t say much bad about either one.
Of course, this all depends on if you’re buying brand new or used, as well. There are a lot of new features and improvements in both motors and boats in the last 5 years alone.
As for Lund, don’t feel that you are stuck getting into a Pro V either. I’ve seen an increase in the number of Mr Pikes and Explorers fishing the walleye trails around here too.
Hope you find what you’re looking for.
