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Question for Jacques

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This question arrived via email overnight: "I am looking at the LB26 or the De25 to build at home. I live in Titusville, FL and would mainly use it in the Indian River but would occasionally like to use it in the Keys and maybe some open water fishing. What design would be the best?" Jeff

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Different style boats. Inboard against outboard, classic picnic launch look against lobster boat etc.
One important point is that the DE25 is easier to build and will cost less.
Another point is draft. The inboard has shaft, a prop and a strut sticking out which can be difficult in your area. You may miss access to many nice spots in the Banana river for example. The inboard is a little better for offshore sailing. I lean towards the DE25 for your area.
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Re: Question for Jacques

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2nd .. de25

LB26 is a special boat, harder to build, better suited for deeper waters...you won't risk her shallow
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Agree the DE25 will be the best boat for you. Slightly shallower draft for the river and bay and Keys but able to go offshore in good weather.

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