290 Sport

Game On · 02-01-2005, 10:38 AM

I almost bought this Baja last year, but the guy backed out on me at the last second. Very nice boat, he has kept it really clean. Hours are a little high for me, but still a great boat.

This is the first and only 290 sport Ive seen, anyone else have one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...524194115&rd=1

32 caliber · 02-01-2005, 02:11 PM

I had one a 1994 , I sold mine on e bay around Thanksgiving time. Its fine in calm water but really rough riding in anytype of chop. I believe the draft is 23* and also it has a 9 1/2 foot beam which also gives it a rough ride. I just bought a 1995 32' caliber, from what I have read it will be a much better ride.

jmeng · 02-01-2005, 09:28 PM

The combination of the wide beam and 21 degree deadrise made for a rough riding boat. I had one Baja dealer tell me that he refused to stock the 290 because they handled so bad in rough water. The flip side is that they were fast.

pwam1 · 02-02-2005, 03:59 PM

For just a little more money you can go to a 32 Outlaw and have more room, a much better ride, and a sink, stove, fridge, & head.
The 290 shown is essentially a "day cruiser", not as convenient for overnight without the amenities, and will be harder to re-sell.