The entire floor and decks are carpeted, and there is ample storage space for gear, tackle and rods. The boat comes standard with the bass boat options, such as an aerated livewell and side console with full instrumentation.

The DLX-178 is rated for a 90-horsepower engine and provides a quick, dry, smooth ride even in a chop because of the semi-V-hull construction. With flip-down backrests, the boat provides both driver and passenger support when running.

Information can be found on the Duracraft line of aluminum boats at www.duracraftmarine.com

Lund
Lund Boats are made primarily for anglers who fish open waters and big lakes. High freeboards and protected casting platforms provide fishermen a better degree of safety than traditional bass boat designs in such conditions.

The 1900 Pro-V model is a favorite of fishermen and comes in three layouts with a single or double console. The IFS model has a double console that protects you and your partner when running on a cold morning.

This boat claims more storage compartments than other vessels in this class, including drop-in tackle storage and compartments for rods up to 8 feet in length.

Lund rates the 1900 Pro-V for a 225-horsepower engine, allowing this one to run as fast as most anglers want to go on the water. The trademarked IPS and IPS-2 hull designs keep spray to a minimum and provide a smoother ride.

On the Internet, you can find out more about Lund boats at www.lundboats.com

Crestliner
The Fish Hawk line is the most popular fishing boat that Crestliner sells. It comes in a tiller model, popular in big, open-water fisheries, and in a dual side console model with steering and engine controls on the right-hand console. The 1750 tiller model is rated for a 90-horsepower engine, and the side console model is rated for 125 horsepower. These models, as with all Crestliner boats, are made with hot welded construction with no rivets and weigh in at around 1,100 pounds.

The list of options includes complete 16-gauge carpeting throughout and two large aerated livewells. A front casting deck and trolling motor mount make it ideal for bass fishing. The 35-inch sides and moveable pedestal seats allow it to handle big-water trolling as well.

The 12-degree deadrise V-hull provides a smooth, dry ride even in a chop and allows the boat to remain a stable fishing platform at idle.

Check out the 1750 and the complete lineup of Crestliner aluminum fishing boats at www.crestliner.com