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Old 08-26-2023, 10:43 PM
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No thoughts on mini hawks or cougar cubs?
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Old 08-26-2023, 10:44 PM
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Originally Posted by 302Sport
No thoughts on mini hawks or cougar cubs?
mini hawks im pretty sure are very similar to the st martin f13. Cubs are cool, smaller cockpit
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Originally Posted by thisistank
freeboard lower on the 15 though no? I like the 17 as it’s a great standing boat.


17 Aquasport’s are really popular around here and have great resale.






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Old 08-27-2023, 10:21 AM
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I had a Mini Hawk as a kid. It had a 25hp merc on it. It was fun, but it was a handful out on Long Island Sound. Completely smooth bottom. I think they are more suitable for small lakes/bays. Can fit two people, and there is room for a 6 gal or larger fuel tank under the bow.
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I started out looking for a 15 or 17 Whaler for this exact purpose but ended up with my little 16 Donzi. Talk about NEVER getting hurt on resale - you’ll never lose a dime on something like that and I am SHOCKED at how well it rides….
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Originally Posted by thisistank
Looking for the right 17’ whaler for my 14 and 10 year olds.
How about this one? Any interest? Not mine but guy that owns it is good guy.


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Old 08-27-2023, 07:29 PM
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whats the avg retail price and with what hp engine?


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These are back in production at Lilly Sports Boats in Maryland.
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Old 08-27-2023, 09:32 PM
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That’s an SST 60 Racing Engine which is no longer available.
Many variables as far as a custom boat build goes and it’s best to contact LSB Britt Lilly to discuss options on builds and pricing.
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I had an original 1985 MiniHawk for a few years with a 25HP outboard. I bought a 40HP for it but sold out before I had a chance to install it.
If you can get one with electric trim and electric start, I definitely recommend such. Mine ran 29.9 with just me in it on the Rappahannock River Radar Shootout back in 2009 or so.

I'm 6'2" and fit in it just fine. It will fit two adults who are not fat. In the radar shoot, I had my legs crossed and was tucked as far under the dash as possible.

I sold it to my buddy for his kids.

















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Old 12-15-2023, 07:15 PM
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I have this one listed in the swap shop


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