What’s the better boat for rough water. 26’ Sonic vs 28’ Pantera
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I just bought a Sonic 260. Boat rides great in the snot. Its also has a nice deep cockpit. So you feel secure. I've never ridden in a Pantera, but as Sydways said it is 28 ft. It should ride better in rough. But the cockpit is very shallow. Thats my 2 cents.
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PARASAIL941 (10-16-2020)
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Haven't ridden in a Sonic but 28' is 28', it matters at this size. Pantera will handle chop well and is a pretty strong boat. If you can move up to a bigger boat the ride will be even better. And like Gary C said, there's no freeboard with a Pantera, very shallow cockpit.
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In true 2-3’s no 28’ boat on planet earth will be comfortable. Sure some boats ride better than others...but I’d temper your expectations.
if you want a smooth ride in true 2-3’s start looking at 38-42’s.
if you want a smooth ride in true 2-3’s start looking at 38-42’s.
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