Posted by Jay Fitz on 09/13/16 - 1:48 PM
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jcdawg83 wrote:
I have a classic Montauk and, to be honest, I think it is way too small for a family of 5 regardless of the kid's ages. A Montauk is a great 2 man fishing boat and is OK for two couples to ride in. The lack of storage space means towels, floats, tubes, life jackets, etc all have to be stored either under the console or in the bow anchor locker or left out on deck. Montauks are open skiffs, they are not family runabouts or ski boats. The pilot seat will hold 2 people in relative comfort and the cooler in front of the console will seat 2 more in tight quarters.
For a family of 5, I would look more to a Dauntless in the 20' range.
I don't agree. I have a 1978 Montauk and a family of four (boys 13 and 8). I have found a lot of the time that I flip the RPS to me and use it as a leaning post, freeing up the other side for two people to sit. I also have a bow cushion so if cruising at any speed that is not too fast, a few folks can sit there as well. The whole stern can hold chairs strapped to the rails with bungees, toys, etc. I find that we fit just fine. And really love the ease of use along with the openness. Just a great versatile boat.
Oh, and Iv'e been looking at Revenges for a few years now as my wife wants a potty, but I just have not been able to pull the trigger! Love my Montauk!