We are considering getting a boat to catch whites (added that to post in this forum.. ha)... and was wondering what folks have/added/improved that they really liked about their boat.

like...2nd live well, shad live well, full windshield..etc..

Not normal stuff.. like 'big motor'.. but stuff that really make a difference in how you enjoyed the boat.

I am considering, down the road, getting one of those pontoon boats with a fridge and sink and umbrella and nice chairs..etc..

Any neat features you folks really like about your boats?

It's paid for... nuff said!

Big trolling motor. Nice fish finder. Rod holders!!

Deep V hull for those windy windy days on Hubbard...

My deep V with full windshields really keeps me warm and dry on those windy days on Texoma and LL.

Big trolling motor

Good electronics

But I wish it was a deep V....

Rod holders, Lowrance GPS/Sonar w/hot spot chip, Co-pilot for Minn-kota trolling motor(remote control from anywhere in the boat), Lean seat for the bow position.

+1

I love my color graphs, the gps coordinates have changed the way I fish. It is great!!

any boat that is good sized
I have a 1986 Ranger --- Paid for and i updated all the electronics
lowrance depth finder lms 332 c and Motorguide trolling motor 24 volt and 70 lb trust.

Just get out on the water and upgrade the electronics

When looking at a boat check out the storage area - always seems like there is never enough room for everything. My rod boxes store the net, life jackets, spare TM prop, lights, tools and other stuff. There is no way I can fit my rods in there.

Good rod holders - I use RAM and love them.
GPS - amazing how easy they are to use.
Electronics - I need to upgrade mine - go with color.

I have a 1995 Procraft and it is a great boat but my next boat will be a center console - just easier to move around.

+2 has been for 24 years...

Its paid for and my new lcx-112C gps/depth finder

Well it has been said by a number of people on this post but I'll add my 2 cents. I have a small center console that is plenty big enough for me I just wished it had a deeper V. Mine was made for fishing in the flats on the coast in 6 inches of water which doesn't translate well to Lewisville in 20mph winds. Think long and hard about how many people you normally fish with. There is no need for a 24 ft boat when it is just you and 1 other person. Get as big of a trolling motor as you can. I have an 80lb on mine and there are times I wished it was bigger. Electronics--2 fishfinders are almost a must(one with GPS) If you are going to get an aluminum boat look at the Tundra made by Tracker. It is aluminum but the hull design is like that of a fiberglass. It's what I see alot of the guys that fish REALLY rough waters in the great lakes use on TV.

With my past record mine would be "IT FLOATS".
Johnny