Is Your Stick Steering Boat Easy to Steer?
It's getting harder to climb up on my casting deck to fish. I've been thinking of getting a stick steer boat with a 40 or 50hp motor. What's holding me back are comments from stick steer owners about their rigs being harder to turn one way or another. I also see comments about sore shoulders after long runs. That concerns me because I'm known to make long runs when I have a whole day to fish, and my left shoulder has about as much wear on it as my hips and knees. I know the ride may be rougher than my console steer boat but my main concern is ease of steering. I'd appreciate some comments from owners that know through experience. Yes I know about the hydraulic steering options but those are to many $$$ for my taste. I also know that adjusting the trim tab can make a big difference but I'm wondering if it really makes for easy steering. Thanks in advance for your comments and advice.:help