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Rough water capabilities 24' and under boats

Great replies! I have never seen a Hallett.

The boat can be 25' as well. Just looking at the ease of trailering and occasionally launching solo.
I think once you start getting over 5,000 pounds on a trailer it starts to become a chore in addition to the need for two engines or outboards to reach 60+��
 
Hallett is a California builder. They have tons of jet boats out west. They make V bottoms and deck boats with merc packages. Been around since the 60s. I think they still build everything from a ski boat like a mastercraft to a 40 foot closed bow V. I have always associated them with high quality fit and finish. Never owned one. Seen plenty in Havasu.
 
Some of the older West Coast Boats weren't designed for areas with a lot of rain, like Florida. Something to do with a Liner.

I have no Idea how much rain Your area gets,just something to think about.
 
Possibly check out the Lavey Craft 24 NuEra. It's a great rough water boat for the size! They have even been raced in the offshore circuit. 25' 2" OAL, 8' beam, 80 gallons of gas, fiberglass floor liner, and will run an all day long 70mph with the base Merc 502.
 

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I guess we're gonna have to know your budget. Both the Lavey and the Hallet are great boats.
 
I like the west coast boats. Nice lines.

The budget is realistically under $18k, this why I'm looking at more of the classic older 80'sand 90's boats.
The 24 degree dead rise seems 8' beam seems to be the magic recipe?
The $12k boat range is preferred, however it does appear to take more efforts to found a good quality hull in nice shape.

I have always liked the 22' Chris Craft Corsair, even though they will top out in the 50's along with the Donzie 22z

Great Lakes boats capable boats is the goal with a good ride. Hard to believe so many bowrider style boats are sold in the modern day, that are great for inland lakes as well as ski boats, that just can't hold up in the rough waters of Ontario, Erie, MI.

Grey replies!
 
And, like the 89 in the one ad, they look similar to a new design with their wrap around windshield, flat deck, overall appearance, and upholstery layout.
 
I like the 242 Formula. I'm going to try and find one to climb aboard and touch checkout the build quality.
No chance of a sea trial until the spring.
 
I don't mind big waves when they are lined up in a row as big swells.
The area you boat in has washing machine chop from all directions. I think that's what makes the freeboard important.
 
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