Which boat? GV-15,17 or OB17

anonymous · Post by **anonymous** » Thu Oct 31, 2002 12:49 pm

Trying to decide which boat to build. After lots of internet searching, I have narrowed it down to the GV-15,17 or OB-17. I plan to use it for family fun and fishing. I live in Milwaukee and want to use it on both smaller lakes and Lake Michigan. I like the GV-15 for simplicity, lower cost etc., but am concerned about its suitability for use on Lake Michigan, as it can be quite rough at times. Is the Gv-17 more difficult than the OB-17? Any comments would be appreciated, or suggestions for other boats which would be suitable for intended use-Thanks

fishingdan · Post by **fishingdan** » Thu Oct 31, 2002 1:06 pm

I formerly lived in Chicago and spent many days on inland lakes and Lake Michigan. We usually went out there with a 17´ Tuffy. I am currently building on OB-17. I think the GV-17 and the OB-17 would be nice boats for occasional trips on Lake Michigan (all three would be great inland) assuming good weather and light winds. Good luck!

anonymous · Post by **anonymous** » Sat Nov 02, 2002 9:59 am

Thanks Dan, I appreciate your reply. I am definately going with one of the 17 footers. Does anyone know which is easier to build; the GV-17 or the OB-17? Is one or the other more suitable for pulling a skier? I want it to fish, but I know the wife will want to ski occasionally. Have a great day all-I´m jealous of those of you already building.

Skydad · Post by **Skydad** » Sat Nov 02, 2002 11:31 am

I have the plans for the GV17 and OB17. Jacques had mentioned to me that the GV17 was a little easier to build.

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