Tailchaser83 Posted May 10, 2019 Report Share Posted May 10, 2019 Wife forced sale of my 1900v to buy new house. New house is purchased and she says I can get a new “to me” boat. If you had $25k to spend on a boat what would you go with ? 22 or 20 Anything to avoid? I want to keep boat in garage. I think I will have space for a 22. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lap it Up Posted May 10, 2019 Report Share Posted May 10, 2019 If you have the space definitely go 22'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koondog Posted May 10, 2019 Report Share Posted May 10, 2019 I have the 20'. Love it. Wish I had the 22' though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted May 10, 2019 Report Share Posted May 10, 2019 22, 2002 or newer due to new layout. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernieNC Posted May 10, 2019 Report Share Posted May 10, 2019 That’s a loaded question. I have a 22 and if I had it to do over would get a 16 Hewes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted May 10, 2019 Report Share Posted May 10, 2019 I have one of each and the 2200V runs a little better than the 2000V. But I'm fussy and most people would not notice the difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe M Posted May 11, 2019 Report Share Posted May 11, 2019 Tailchaser, I have a 2002, 22 w/150 HPDI Yamaha for sale, and it's close to your budget . Check out the listing in the "Boats For Sale" section on this site. Where are you located? Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seacraft06 Posted May 11, 2019 Report Share Posted May 11, 2019 I have an 05 2000v with a 2010 Yamaha F150 approx 440hrs. I am considering selling it if your interested send me a PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HewesYourDaddy Posted May 11, 2019 Report Share Posted May 11, 2019 On 5/10/2019 at 6:17 PM, bernieNC said: That’s a loaded question. I have a 22 and if I had it to do over would get a 16 Hewes. I went from a 16 Hewes to a 1900T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 On 5/10/2019 at 1:42 PM, Tailchaser83 said: Wife forced sale of my 1900v to buy new house. New house is purchased and she says I can get a new “to me” boat. If you had $25k to spend on a boat what would you go with ? 22 or 20 Anything to avoid? I want to keep boat in garage. I think I will have space for a 22. what kind of fishing do you do? Sound like you know the 1900V what didn't you like about it? Why not go back with an 1806 or another 1900V? They are going to be well below your range.. I have owned a 22 and spent a good bit of time on the 20 with my buddy Capt DonH....the ride of the 22V is different off shore and in a strong chop, the 2000V is a bit more nimble..... depending on your storage and desire to keep in the garage....I think this will be the deciding factor. If you are looking for just a good fishing platform and you don't spend a lot of time off shore, I'd look for even a 18 MA older in good shape.... The price of $25K will get you something in the 22's that, unless it's been well taken care of, will require an additional $3-5K to customize it for your self. DC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 I have had both and as stated above your fishing style should dictate what you buy. Example: if you fish narrow creaks like I do the 20 is a lot easier to turn around compared to the 22. The 22 will handle a chop much more comfortably than the 20. Remember the 20 is a 22 with 2 feet taken out of the middle so it is more weight sensitive than the 22. I wouldn’t put anything less than a 150 on it as well. It took us a long time to get the 20 dialed in with a jackplate but if you don’t need one avoid the hassle. They are both nice boats and do different things well so make sure you have your needs well identified. Good luck with your purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tailchaser83 Posted May 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 Thanks for the input. Most fishing is inshore for reds and trout. I truly love catching fish in 12” of water, but I need something for the family too. I think I’m leaning 20 as most of the fishing i do it fits the bill. 1900 was a great boat but did not particularly love the front storage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted May 13, 2019 Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 14 hours ago, Tailchaser83 said: I truly love catching fish in 12” of water, but I need something for the family too. You can't go wrong with either the 22 or 20....they will both float in 12"....hole shot in 24-36" if balanced...... Family friendly.... dc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted May 13, 2019 Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 14 hours ago, Tailchaser83 said: Thanks for the input. Most fishing is inshore for reds and trout. I truly love catching fish in 12” of water, but I need something for the family too. I think I’m leaning 20 as most of the fishing i do it fits the bill. 1900 was a great boat but did not particularly love the front storage. You mentioned family.....not sure the age or ages of children....but I would say that if you have the coins and space....go 22. Women and kids bring lots of stuff when they ride....as far as fishing....both platforms are excellent. JMHO, JJ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWoodham Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 On 5/10/2019 at 6:17 PM, bernieNC said: That’s a loaded question. I have a 22 and if I had it to do over would get a 16 Hewes. My father in law has a 16’ bayfisher that he would trade you straight up😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernieNC Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 5 hours ago, DWoodham said: My father in law has a 16’ bayfisher that he would trade you straight up😉 I bet he would Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finbully Posted May 23, 2019 Report Share Posted May 23, 2019 Ha I just went from an 18' to 25' so you know what my answer is! 😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradM Posted May 23, 2019 Report Share Posted May 23, 2019 I'd go 22' all day. I fish the same area as you (I think I gave you my old bimini off my 19, at V, right?) and can turn a 23 around all the creeks I fish with 12-13" water just fine. During the summer I pull sandbar duty with a wife and 3.5 year old boy, so all the toys, easy up canopy, grill, bags and bags, the additional room is nice! The only difference in inshore fish ability between my 19 and 23, is I need a little more water to get back into some of the cuts in Clapboard and Hannah Mills. I think you'll enjoy the additional room of the 22 versus the one or two creeks you find to be tight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron in Atlanta Posted May 24, 2019 Report Share Posted May 24, 2019 OK, I just have to get in on this discussion as I also have had both boats and based strictly upon the lines of the boats, the look of each one - I loved the 2010 20 footer. It was lower, slimmer, sleeker whereas the 22, in stead of looking like the 20 "on steroids" looks like the 20 having become "matronly". Here's the 20's rear... Wide, low, sleek. Here's the 22's rear... Kind of a chunky butt, you could even say fat. From the side, the 20... From the side, the 22... OK, I get that the higher freeboard is marginally more seaworthy and she handles the chop slightly better, but if they had still made that model 20 (not the new design) I would have bought it. Oh yeah, one more thing. The 20 had a single axle Ameritrail - IT USED TO ACTUALLY FOLLOW MY TRUCK. The 22 has the twin axle trailer which I need to drive like an 18 wheeler - it cuts way inside on the turns. The 22 is still a great boat but there is nothing like your first Pathfinder love. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redd Posted May 25, 2019 Report Share Posted May 25, 2019 On 5/10/2019 at 7:11 PM, Bamaskeet said: I have one of each and the 2200V runs a little better than the 2000V. But I'm fussy and most people would not notice the difference. What's the speed difference between the two? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted May 26, 2019 Report Share Posted May 26, 2019 Both of my Pathfinders have F150's. The 2200V top end is 43 mph with a four blade prop. The 2000V runs 47 mph with a three blade prop. The 2200V gets 4 mpg while the 2000V gets 4.5 mph, that total usage cruising at 3800 rpm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted May 26, 2019 Report Share Posted May 26, 2019 If you fish out front in the ocean ....for Tarpon or Tripletail and the wind changes quickly, the tides pushing out...the winds coming in, it’s 2’ to 4 ‘ and spray coming off the top....in the 22’ you will be wet......in the 20’ you will be soaked. Other than that...both boats can handle the weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernieNC Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 That "chunky butt" is rated to handle up to 250HP. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron in Atlanta Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 3 hours ago, bernieNC said: That "chunky butt" is rated to handle up to 250HP. I hear you and agree it is simply a matter of personal preference - some folks simply prefer chunky butts. It is clear, the 22 is somewhat more seaworthy but I've always gone with my heart, not so much with my brain and have ALWAYS loved slim and sleek transoms. E.g., I found this old photo of one of a number of former girl friends as proof of that concept... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tailchaser83 Posted June 3, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2019 I’m making a deal on a 06 , 2000v. This will be the best for storage and my needs. Appreciate the feed back. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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