Fishing Boats For Sale in Shreveport, LA & Marshall, TX
Get ready to make unforgettable memories in a fishing boat from H & W Marine Powersports. We have a great selection of fishing boats for sale from some of the best manufacturers on the market. Visit our fishing boat dealership in Texarkana & Marshall, TX, and Shreveport, LA today!
Fishing Boats
If you want to venture away from the dock or the shore to snag some big catches, you’ll need to invest in a fishing boat. But fishing boats come in all sizes and types, so how do you narrow things down and get the one that’s right for you? H&W Marine has locations in Shreveport, Louisiana, and Marshall, Texas, which are fully stocked with fishing boats in many styles. Here are some of the things you should look for when you’re seeking a fishing boat.
What Body Of Water Will You Be In?
Some boats are better adapted to certain water conditions in particular. Flat-bottom boats are great if you want to fish near a shore or river bank in calm, shallow waters, since you’re not going to run aground with such a shallow draft. You’ll be able to find all those fish that lurk near the shore, particularly during high tide when you’re at the gulf.
As for venturing out into open ocean or deeper waters, you’ll want a larger vessel that’s capable of handling any chop you may encounter as well as high winds that would buffet around a small boat and potentially capsize it. A larger boat with a cabin or T-top and a V-shaped hull is better for deep water fishing.
In a lake, you may want the advantage of an outboard motor on a small, swift boat to get you right to the middle of the water quickly and easily. Consider where you plan to do most of your fishing and ask your dealer about boats that would work there.
Fishing Boat Accessories
Most fishing boats will come with some built-in features to enhance your experience, but you’ll likely find yourself upgrading your boat with some useful accessories to improve comfort and increase how much fish you catch.
Rod holders on the sides or at the stern of the boat allow you to have multiple lines in the water for trolling. They also give you a place to set your rod if you want to step away for a minute without removing your line from the water.
A depth gauge can accurately tell you how deep the water beneath your hull is, and a fish finder will let you know if anything’s swimming around down there. Couple these with a GPS to help you follow a paper chart of your chosen body of water so you can maneuver your boat to wherever it is you need to be.
If you’re searching for fishing boats near Shreveport, then come to H&W Marine. We carry a wide array of new and used fishing boats for sale by all the top brands, so you’ll be able to find one that has all the features you need for your next angling adventure. H&W Marine proudly serves Bossier City, LA, as well as Marshall, Longview and Texarkana, TX.