2022 Stuart Boat Show 24 Foot Center Consoles - What Does $103K to $173K (Not a Typo) Get You?

[@marlonm396]

Capt, as always thanks for these walk arounds. I am not in the market for a boat, but the Miami Boat Show is coming up and I decided I am not going this year. Prices are way too high for me to even do some window shopping. I have faith next year will be MUCH better in every way. Cheers..

[@C5drummer]

Exceptional video...as are all of your boat show videos. The prices, even for late pre-owned boats, are insane!! My wife and I will be at the Miami Boat Show to scout out center consoles in the 24'-27' range ==> But just to window shop. We know we can easily buy at Macy's, but considering the "prices as shown" you've provided in your vids, it's like we're shopping at Oscar de la Renta in New York City! Keep up the great work, by the way! Cheers!

[@jiggingjerks]

Thanks Jim for the kind words! I’ll be at Miami as well. If you see a funny looking guy with a GoPro, say hi!

[@C5drummer]

@@jiggingjerks ==> We absolutely will! Of course, your voice will be a dead giveaway too! If you see a short, fat, old bald guy likely in an Auburn hat (likely also with a GoPro...at my age, I need video to remember anything!) next to a beautiful lady who looks at every detail of every boat she's on, that'd be us!

[@jiggingjerks]

@@C5drummer hahaha…that was great. I’ll keep my eyes open :)

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@tallyforeman3145]

Thanks for doing these videos. I hope to be in the market soon for a boat and these videos have already answered a lot of my questions 👍

[@jakec8012]

Great video as always. Because of your video I am now going to add release to the tour/sea trial. To me it blew the other boats out the water. Looked bigger seemed bigger and all the fishability room. Not to mention all the seating in the back that cold be used as deck space. No wasted space in that boat.

[@ATC235]

I just bought a 05 Grady 209. But I have 4 kids, so once we will definitely out grow the boat. So Im following and planning on our upgrade that 6 of us can fit comfortable on. Thanks love the videos hopefully see u on the water one day.

[@biffjohnson2076]

That's awesome! I'm hoping to buy my first boat in the near future. Congrats and good luck!

[@smokster0604]

Phew nice show in Florida. Jet Blue here I come....

[@CaptainLeonsBoatingandMore]

Great video as always. I hope one day you get to review the Yamaha 252 or 255 FSH. While purists will shy away from a fishing boat that does not have an outboard hanging off the transom, they maintain tremendous fishability while providing the peace of mind of Yamaha Marine reliability. There are other pros and cons, but at less than 90K, a value worth exploring.

[@jiggingjerks]

Absolutely Leon! Hoping we can squeeze that in this year

[@wolffamadventures7809]

Thst boat fully loaded 80 k on the 252 lots of demand though the 2023 already going

[@wolffamadventures7809]

@@jiggingjerks I would love to see a video on the 252 yamaha 254 as well also differences talked about from an inboard outboard perspective.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@jeffs6819]

I seriously considered their 21 Center Console. The only issue I have with Yamaha boats is the inherent inefficiency. If you look at the fuel burn numbers they can be somewhat competitive but in a narrow rpm band, usually around 5500 - 6000 rpm.

[@BorodenTV]

I did a video of my 20 ft sea hunt duel console and I plan to do one of my latest boat too. Show how I use it, fish it, etc… I enjoy your used boat videos too.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@rayjansen6712]

JJ your nailing it.... Market is not good for buying..... Too expensive for my thinking..... Too bad..... Looking like I will be boat less....

[@anthonyfestus6845]

I guess I messed up…these boats are more affordable and within a range that I’d be willing to spend…they all had a little something to offer but none really knocked my socks off…keep the videos coming

[@jiggingjerks]

A little too fast with the send I think lol. Sadly, in 2020 at the Miami boat show a 28 cobia was selling for 150 K. It is unfortunate that the prices have gone so crazy, you would have gotten a lot more bang for your buck just a couple of years ago.

[@joseluisblanco6287]

Hey Captain I own a Release 208RX and its a great vessel it feels much bigger than what it is! I maybe upgrading to the 24 thank you so much for your videos!

[@jiggingjerks]

Great to hear! It seems this is one of those brands that definitely fall under the radar

[@anthonyfestus6845]

Ok, now you hit the range a little more affordable for me…I mean the prices have gotten a bit out of hand but like I’ve said before,

[@Mike-hs8fq]

I hope you were able to review the Seavee boats?

[@jiggingjerks]

I wasn’t and the irony there is I own a CV.

[@BorodenTV]

Whether it’s 6 months from now more or less, when the economy takes a hit, boats are the 1st things to go. I don’t know that I will ever buy new. I was thinking about it when I retire, but not sure now. I’d rather get a high end boat and repower if needed like a contender or something in that class. Sea vee :). You know I bought a 27’ Grady, but I am not a Grady fan. I mean I wasn’t in the market for one, but I saw an opportunity to upgrade. I found the boat with twin 250 Yamahas with about 700 hours and they run flawlessly. 50k cash, no boat payments. I know 50k is a lot of money, but I sold my previous boat for 33k. So a good upgrade for me.

[@jiggingjerks]

I know about the Grady Michael, and let me clarify, it’s not that I don’t,like Grady’s, I do!!! I don’t like how much more expensive they are than comparable boats. I think you scored on yours!!!!

[@BorodenTV]

@@jiggingjerks understood. I’m the same way. Too much $$$. Like freeman. The first time I ever heard of someone making a profit selling a used boat was on the freeman almost 3 years ago. It’s been a lot more common last 2 years. It’s crazy.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@wolffamadventures7809]

Honestaly stuck between tidewater 256lx and robalo 242 and yamaha 252 fish

[@jiggingjerks]

That TW will feel “bigger” than the other two. Yamaha will definitely be the cheapest (and by a lot). Robalo will probably weight the most and ride the best

[@wolffamadventures7809]

@@jiggingjerks thank you appreciate the response it's been a tough call .my family had a twin diesel 25 ft walk around growing uo but really like the diversity in center consoles.keep up the good work

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@danielsoutdoors]

Go see the Release boats that “JetRide “ rents out of Palm Beach County areas. You will see the wear and tear after just 1 year.

[@jiggingjerks]

Interesting- wonder how much that is the boat and how much is the rental aspect….

[@clevelandbrowns3325]

Great video. This is the size boat I am interested in. Would like to use is in Erie then take it to Florida with me in a couple of years. Question with that said what do I need in anticipation of going from fresh water to salt water fishing?

[@jiggingjerks]

As far as I know, none really. I make a habit of flushing my engine at the dock after each saltwater trip. Something to consider. Salt water is more corrosive but if the majority of use is in freshwater, I’m sure you’ll be fine

[@clevelandbrowns3325]

@@jiggingjerks I heard in the past that some motor manufactures have salt water series motors. Wondering what that entails.

[@thestormrunners]

When/IF COVID ends do prices go down? Or is this here to stay?

[@jiggingjerks]

I think you need more than that for prices to stabilize - interest rates have to go up, market has to slow down and supply chain issues need correcting.

[@matthewbeckwith663]

@@jiggingjerks when you say "market slow down", what does that mean?

[@jiggingjerks]

@@matthewbeckwith663 talking about stock market. People look at unrealized gains as real assets (which they are) but they can quickly evaporate as we’ve seen happening the past 3 or 4 weeks

[@matthewbeckwith663]

@@jiggingjerks ahhhh ok! Thanks for clarifying

[@biffjohnson2076]

I'm no boat expert, but YIKES!

[@tylercritelli587]

Can you do reviews on pilot house boats

[@jiggingjerks]

Believe me, I would if they were at any of these shows. Maybe Miami will have some…we shall see…

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@jefflaird7478]

No Wellcraft at Stuart? I do like, the Robalo.

[@jiggingjerks]

Not that I saw Jeff

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@jc3944]

Man it’s crazy how much these boats cost, I personally would rather but an old hull and build it the way I want it for a fraction of the cost.

[@ATC235]

Are all these boats self bailing? Thanks

[@jiggingjerks]

Absolutely they are

[@georgetreubig1064]

Can you advise on your thoughts on the Cobia 240 CC

[@jiggingjerks]

I owned a 256 for three years and loved it. Cobia would be my choice in the mid tier center console market. Unfortunately, they were not at this show. Just a great riding and well thought out boat

[@georgetreubig1064]

Can get one for 135000

[@jiggingjerks]

@@georgetreubig1064 in 2022, that’s a good price, especially compared to these boats I looked at at this boat show. Again, I paid under 83,000 for a new Cobia 256 with trailer back in 2016 but it is what it is with today’s prices. Unfortunately, we can’t turn back the clock again lol

[@georgetreubig1064]

Did you do a video from the 2022 Saint Petersburg boat show

[@jiggingjerks]

@@georgetreubig1064 wasn’t at the show unfortunately

[@WillieWalnuts]

People need to stop overpaying for these boats. I'm in the market for a boat and have a decent salary but can't imagine paying 150k for a 24 foot boat. People are out of their minds if they are paying this much. We will see what happens if interest rates rise. Those payments will double if interest rates go up a few percent.

[@jiggingjerks]

One of three things that I think will correct this crazy boat market. Engines are in low supply much like new cars and trucks because of the chip shortage and supply chain issues. The market is still doing well and it needs to slow down where people don’t have an inflated net worth. I think if these three things happen, you’ll see prices start to normalize again

[@ras124]

We'll see another housing bust too

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@efthimios]

I agree what is the reason boats need and used are so insanely expensive!????

[@efthimios]

Same I make 130k a year and I’m like damn I can’t even buy a 24 foot boat !

[@fishydubsfishing6516]

I’m not sure of the release but all except the sailfish are low end boats you don’t see all the flaws until you own it I’m so happy I set my key west up 3 years ago and I bought a nice ranch house in Florida mile off the beach for less then that sailfish there must be a lot of people doing well to pay those prices

[@jiggingjerks]

As the Key West salesman told me, the best selling boats in Florida! I hope you have many years of great enjoyment with yours. And it’s awesome living close to the water. That’s me in Long Island, I’m about a quarter mile away and it’s a perk many people don’t get to have. Enjoy this all in good health!

[@brianpretzel2509]

Sorry to burst your bubble dude..But Robalo is not low end.. Clearly you are uneducated in boat building processes and brands...

[@fishydubsfishing6516]

@@brianpretzel2509 i know more then you thing its not a sailfish

[@smudge1619]

Robalo (and all others in the video) are comfortably mid-tier boats. Low end? No way Jose. Sea Fox have been dumped-on historically (hulls older than 2013) but they have moved into the mid-tier as well recently. They are very well designed, well-built and surprisingly-optioned boats - their features and functionality are quite surprising. Sailfish is upper-mid-tier but not high-end. MOST boats today are mid-tier boats and all race to the bottom on quality...its not like there are hundreds of manufacturers making hardware, they all use the same stuff for the most part. There aren't many high-end boats anymore, and the ones that are are offensively expensive. Key West are also mid-tier boats - same hardware as Sea Fox, Robalo, etc., very nice but nothing standout.

[@LongIslandLethals]

Haha I know that guy, he's a good salesman.

[@jiggingjerks]

I’m telling you, it’s such a small world lol

[@nickdevereaux7920]

Great vid. I still find it more affordable to know friends with boats throw some gas money and help wash down at end of the day. Crazy how prices have gone up tho. Keep up the informative vids. People at work who are interested in buying a boat I tell them info you’ve been telling us and tell them to check out your channel. Tight lines 🎣

[@jiggingjerks]

I appreciate that Nick!

[@thestormrunners]

Not a big fan of single motors on boats meant for offshore

[@robertjogan5150]

You could walk straight to the front? LOL

[@jiggingjerks]

I know it’s gotta be funny but this went right over my head lol

[@johnm5714]

Another great video John-at this price point for what these boats are I see a lot of mediocre quality.None of them would get me motivated to pay those prices and I know even the bigger named manufacturers that are more widely respected would be even more. I’ve been looking to buy used for the last 18 months-which may turn into 18 yrs with this insane hyper inflation.I will remain boat-less before I get caught up in this swirl.Things have to be at their breaking point right now.I can’t imagine people who know boats and know what this market is doing will continue buying stuff at these prices.The market needs for buyers to turn their backs to these prices and not play into to this.The Covid Captains who sparked this madness hopefully will have gotten boating out of their systems by now and once the fed starts raising interest rates-sales should begin to drop.May take another year or 2 but it will correct.In fact-this whole economy will probably take a massive beating the way it’s going currently. With all that being said-I’ll rock my kayak this summer-AGAIN and wait it out.I refuse to be that guy who-after the market drops out is stuck with a boat that’s worth 40-50% less than what it was ever worth.I work way too hard for my money to make bad buying decisions….and by the way-there is a Release dealer in East Quogue.They put a few models out on Montauk Hwy on an empty lot when the weather is nice.--thanks again for doing these videos John,the entertainment value is wonderful in the dead of winter for sure.

[@jiggingjerks]

Thanks as always for the kind words John and more importantly the engagement. I really appreciate it!

[@floridaoutdooradventures8981]

Only for rich people!! It's not just about buying a boat. Maintenance, gas and storage will also cost you a fortune! I think my 15 footer that I keep in my garage is the best deal! I still take mine offshore on a nice day and enjoy the ocean without breaking the bank. You can't even find a 15ft boat with high gunnels (like mine) nowadays! I have a 15ft Triumph 150cc which is a small boat with a big boat attitude.

[@jiggingjerks]

A Triumph! The non-fiberglass, non-aluminum boat! Love it!

[@floridaoutdooradventures8981]

@@jiggingjerks YES, I do too. Triumph never gets old, it is still hard as a rock since it’s made of plastic basically. Everything still looks new, it also has a very dry ride. My top speed with 50 HP 4 stroke Yamaha, 20 gallons of fuel ( in the internal gas tank) and bunch of fishing gear and several bags of ice is 34 miles an hour. I can go 13 miles offshore, ride the boat all day, I am not going to burn more than 7 gallons of fuel!! Try that with those big boats!!! Good luck LOL…. It does not require any faxing etc… either! I just wash the boat really well after each use, flush the engine and keep it nice and dry in the garage. No issues, knock on wood!!!

[@jiggingjerks]

@@floridaoutdooradventures8981 where in Florida are you? Any interest in a boat review? That’s a unicorn you have. If yes, email me at [e-mail] - John

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@floridaoutdooradventures8981]

@@jiggingjerks I am in Cutler Bay, Florida. Indeed!!! LOL… It’s almost impossible to find my boat for sale because everyone is holding on to it for the reasons I mentioned above. People with fiberglass boats have so many issues… Plastic boats are literally maintenance free and they can last FOREVER!!! Yeah sure, I wouldn’t mind…

[@damnjustassignmeone]

Why do boats have to be so expensive? It just doesn’t make sense to me.

[@jiggingjerks]

Supply and demand right now….hopefully, his eventually reverses

[@JohnBamban]

you have great content, but need to pan out a bit and slow down the movement, i literally get seasick watching your videos.. slow down the movements

[@jiggingjerks]

Yes - I’m in a rush to get through as many boats as possible but completely agree with you. I’ll see if I can improve on this during Miami show. I have a gimbal pocket II DJI camera but am not thrilled with its point and film ability. What you’re seeing is on a GoPro 9 with image stabilization on. I appreciate the feedback!

[@jeffs6819]

Boat prices are really high. I won't ever pay over a hundred thousand for a 23' boat. A Sea Fox is over a hundred K, laughable. This was in February, prices have probably gone up 10% since.

[@stryanx4395]

Sportsman

[@robertrusso2122]

Hi John, I feel sorry for anyone buying these boats at there current prices. Once this inflation bubble bursts these boats will lose 20-30k and resale will plummet. Great video see you in the spring. #Seapro239

[@brandonmurphy4657]

100k$ jeeze my 23 chawk for 20k is looking better all the time

[@anthonyfestus6845]

If you want it and can afford it, do it…I don’t know how I messed up my comment

[@barryakin1534]

Inflated prices is what happens when you elect progressives to public office. Massive spending (expansionary fiscal/monetary policy) leads to inflation.

[@jiggingjerks]

Don’t disagree but the wild spending started happening pre current admin and it was largely bi partisan although the current admin has really ratcheted it up. As always, I blame all the politicians :)

[@miked8227]

Government can screw up anything they touch. A person suddenly becomes a expert at everything the moment they are voted in. Honestly you almost have to be a wack job just to want to run for government. A lot see it as the road to personal riches. That being said I’d never be able to vote democrat ever again. Thanks for doing the legwork on these boat shows. I’m in the market for a 24-27 ft. cc and would love to buy new so I could order exactly what I want. Now I’m leaning on finding a slightly used boat that someone else ordered. The money they want is stupid for sure. Thanks again 👍🏻

[@whalerlife53]

Sea fox is junk

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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