Northwood boats

[misfish]

Your thoughts on them?

[Roy]

Where did you find one of those, Brian? As far as I know they're a re-branded big name boat but very basic/entry level.

[misfish]

Here in Barrie.

I have seen this boat around for a few years and is now for sale for a reasonable price.

[Roy]

Well if it's sound and offered at a reasonable price, check it out.

[misfish]

As soon as the new owners of my boat put cash in my hand this morning, I will.

[BillM]

Brian, I thought for you'd be buying one of those boats off of hwy69 that tease me everytime I drive by, lol!!!!

[SmokestackLightnin]

Further to what Roy said, Northwoods were originally manufactured by Smoker/Sylvan with different specs that would fit a budget conscious purchaser. They started in the Minnesota/Wisconsin markets and then expanded from there. Some people may say they were factory seconds but that is not entirely true. You will find them to be a lot lighter than comparable sized big name boats and therefore have a lower max hp rating. If you are interested in one look at it with a fine tooth comb and make sure you check the transom for signs of seam splitting and/or pitting. The boats also had a lighter load rating then comparable units which will restrict the amount of tackle you bring.

[ssminnow]

I have a little 14' Northwood that is about 18 years old. It has been a good boat and still does not leak although it has not been used alot. It sits on the ramp most of the time more of a backup although I used to use it quite a bit for the first 6 or 7 years.