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    SD Model Makers

    Has anyone had SD Model Makers make a scale model of their boat? Can you share your experience?
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    251 Coastal or 236 Fisherman or 235 Freedom

    We just got into a 231 CE and really like it. The 251 was my second choice, but I fish a lot and preferred the bow deck layout of the 231 when converted to the full casting deck. The power reclining bow seats are also very nice. I also preferred the aft seat back cushions on the 231 vs the jump...
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    Looking for a decent boat cover

    From gradywhite.com ... a link to Carver covers for all Gradys. https://www.boatcoversdirect.com/products/boat_covers/GRADY_WHITE_198/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9ZHy5Nbj6QIVFrbICh2wkQ84EAAYASAAEgKF0fD_BwE
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    Newbie - Fisherman or Coastal Explorer

    Pics of the Power-Pole set up. These are 10ft poles. Ladder deployment just clears the port side pole - no issues.
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    Newbie - Fisherman or Coastal Explorer

    Following up on my original post, I took delivery this week and put some time in on the water. First impressions were excellent; very dry ride in chop, DES and electronic throttle make handling effortless. Gets on plane fast and tracks well. Very comfortable helm seat/leaning post. Full length...
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    Newbie - Fisherman or Coastal Explorer

    We just pulled the trigger on a 231 CE. We take delivery at the end of August. Our only on the water experience with the boat so far is a sea trial. The boat handles beautifully; it's a dry, comfortable ride. It does have the same Carolina flare hull design as the 251. The F250 has plenty of...
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    Please make a Coastal Explorer in a 20 or 21 foot model

    We sea trialed a 231 CE last week and loved it. I'm closing on it tomorrow. We launch out of Marco Island FL, primarily fishing the Ten Thousand Islands and Everglades National Park.The 231's hull seems perfect for our waters; we can run fast and dry along the outside islands, then creep...