The verdict is in...

A buddy described boats as golf

When I was on the hunt for boats, reviewing motors I was surprised (as a noob) to find Suzukis are a highly rated outboard right along with Yamaha and Honda!
I want to say he told me he bought the motor while at a boat show for 17k installed if I remember correctly. Sounds crazy but to replace that boat was a hell of lot more money. He inherited the boat many years ago and uses his boat more than an other fisherman that I know of. Hell I’ve fished more out of his boat than I have my own. We get it out to Lake Erie several times a year for walleye’s
 
When I see a cover off an outboard at the boat ramp, it's always a Mercury. That's the newer ones. The old, low horsepower two strokes were as good as any.
 
I had almost bought a stealthcraft raft and a small outboard, but my desire to chase salmon and lake trout outweighed the judicious and prudent portion of my brain.

I'll take the responsibility for that. But, I don't want no smoke from the missus so let's just keep it between us.
 
So much boat hate! I am stunned in this hunting forum.

I too am in the hunt for an outboard. And a boat and trailer to go with it. I have two boats but would probably sell one if I bought another. Some great used boats put there.
 
Well, I am in the same boat…

Currently looking at a new 45 Tohatsu tiller w/power tilt and trim. I can’t complain too much about the 2008 Yamaha that I am currently using and have worn slap out all by myself. Time to upgrade.
 
I just fired up my new Honda30.
It would appear the carbs need adjustment to Montana elevation.
Always something.
 
So much boat hate! I am stunned in this hunting forum.

I too am in the hunt for an outboard. And a boat and trailer to go with it. I have two boats but would probably sell one if I bought another. Some great used boats put there.
We are all too busy spending our money on useful things. Like points! 🤣😂
 
Years ago I bought a nice North River jet to salmon fish the Umpqua, Siuslaw, and Winchester Bay. When all was said and done, each salmon cost me about a grand.
 
I just fired up my new Honda30.
It would appear the carbs need adjustment to Montana elevation.
Always something.
For others, Suzuki has fuel injection that doesn't need a battery.
 

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