Im new to this site. Im looking to get into a boat this summer. my last boat was a Grady White 190 Tarpon when I was a kid. Going to be boating in LI sound. Have 2 kids 6 and 4 yrs old. Im looking in 26-30 range with some speed and accomodations, more so a day boat rather than cruiser. Any input would be helpful thanks.

Give us a little more.

Price Range? Twin Engine or Single? Outboard or Inboard? Year Range? Where are you going to use it?

Going to use it Long Island Sound. Price range to 125,000. New or used

If you are looking for a center console type boat, based on your previous Grady, you could step into a new or near new 32' Donzi w/ twin 250s+ for that money. Bigger is definitely better in LI sound.
I don't know if you are looking for a cruiser, fish boat or performance boat.

was thinkin Formula 280ss

If looking for something in the "go-fast"...

http://www.offshoreonlyclassifieds.c...o20580-en.html

I wish I could've jumped on this one...just a bit out of my price range.
Great ride, tons of freeboard for the little ones, & a good size cabin....
Good Luck with your search...

My friend has one of these. It's a great boat. Call Passport Marine in Norwalk. They are the local dealer and probably have the inside line on many used 280's.

Welcome to the site.. Here is a thread you might find informative

http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/s...ghlight=newbie

I have two neighbours with the 330ss, neither one is very happy with the ride in choppy water let alone 3-5's or bigger. Does the 280ss ride better?

I dont know if the ride would be better than the 330ss. I was thinking of the quality of formula and the practicality of speed and comfort for kids. All suggestions welcome thanks