Boston Whaler 150 Montauk Boats
The small and sensible Montauk
Boaters and tourist who do not wish to pay for docking and dry storage of a vessel may want to look at a smaller vessel. 30 foot vessels tend to be a bit hard to take down the highway and 20 footers may or may not have the option of a trailer. Boats under 20 feet are ideal for the seasonal boater or for those who want a practical easy to use vessel that they can store in a garage when not in use. The Boston Whaler 150 Montauk offers a quality vessel for up to 6 passengers. But that is not all the boat has to offer. Here are a few other key features of the Boston Whaler 150 Montauk.
Power
Boston Whaler’s 150 Montauk is equipped with a 60 ELPT EFI Black Command Thrust 4-stroke Mercury Engine. The Mercury engines are standard in boat construction in Florida and several brands use them as their sole power source. Buyers should note that you can get a trolling motor attachment for the 150. Adding a trolling motor may help to gain access to places such as Mosquito Lagoon that allows for Pole & Troll Zones.
Even with the standard engine at full throttle, the max speed is only 35.1 mph. Cruising speed is 17 mph making this one of the slowest vessels offered in the Boston Whaler Montauk family.
Seating Configuration
While the boat claims to have the capacity to fit 6 people, it can realistically hold 4 adults comfortably. Two seats on the back, the double console bar seat (which really sits one) as well as the front console seat/cooler or the sun lounge pad give the crew their seating options. As the boat is only 15 feet, let room should be considered when purchasing this vessel. Larger individuals may find that the stern to console space is rather limited. However, for the average height person, as well as those with teens and small children, there is ample space for cruising and fishing.
Fishing Configuration
The 150 Boston Whaler is primarily a fishing boat. It rides low and slow and is designed with the angler in mind. On the transom you have the option of a live bait well. There is also the ability to have 2 rod holders. The front console and cooler chair is equipped with rocket rod holders. The bow of the boat does transform (if the sun lounge pad is chosen) into a casting deck. Due to the flat and wide design of the boat, it is ideal for stabilization and for fish fighting. The overall walkaround design of the boat makes quick access from the stern to the bow easy.
Who should buy a Boston Whaler 150 Montauk
The Boston Whaler 150 Montauk is designed and intended for those who wish to have a recreational craft. It is not a yacht and should not be taken on the excursions that a larger vessel would be capable of. The boat is a great selection for those which will be traveling around the state, for vacationers, or for those which want to quality fishing boat from a reputable boat manufacturer.
While you could equip, theoretically, this boat for water sports, it is not designed for such. The railings, the motor and the speed of the craft do not lend to such a conclusion. If you are looking for a water sports boat consider one of the Conquest models or a Vantage.
Purchasers of the Boston Whaler 150 Montauk will be more satisfied with this boat when navigating in flats, shoals, and bay areas. If a trolling motor is equipped, you may be able to gain access to Wildlife Preserves and to some of the restricted waterways. That being stated, check before you boat.
Finding a Boston Whaler 150 Montauk
If you are looking for a Boston Whaler 150 Montauk for sale, you may be able to find one on Vessel Vendor. Vessel Vendor has several Boston Whaler models for sale, many of which are under 5 years old still holding the motor and stern to bow warranty. To find out more about the Boston Whaler 150, the Boston Whaler brand, or any of the other craft offered on the site, please browse the webpages.
