Duck Boat Buying Guide

Waterways provide you with more game options than simply fishing. Duck hunting is a popular pastime in many lake areas, and it’s best done with a duck boat. These boats are meant to go in the types of water where you’re more likely to find ducks, so they’re ideal for waterfowl hunters who want more mobility. Here is a breakdown of things to consider when looking for a duck boat, so continue reading to learn more!

Finding the Right Hull

You want to choose a boat that’s shaped to suit the places you plan to go. Ducks generally congregate in shallow waters where their favorite fish are easily accessed. If you’re looking for them here, you’ll want a flat-bottom boat that can draft easily over sandbanks. These boats may not be fast, but they’re much less likely to run aground than a boat with a V-shaped hull.

Semi-V boats are another type of duck boat. These can maneuver through some shallow areas as well as being more efficient in deeper water than their flat-hulled counterparts. Semi-V boats are popular with duck hunters since ducks tend to drift through different depths of water. Some models even come with camouflage finishes.

When you’re hunting in deep water, you’ll want a full V-shaped hull. These hulls are made to cut through deeper, choppier water with ease, so they are ideal for diving duck gunners because of the extra stability.

Motor Types

Next, you should consider the type of motor you want. You’ll want to keep noise levels down so that ducks won’t be frightened away. Your motor likely won’t be silent but there are ways to reduce noise.

Mud motors come in long-tail or surface-drive styles. Long-tail motors are best when you’re in the water with a lot of branches and debris. Surface-drive motors are better for navigating open, shallow water that doesn’t have obstacles.

Another choice you’ll have to make is between two-stroke and four-stroke engines. Two-stroke engines are light and responsive and much more portable, but likely to be noisy. Four-stroke engines make less noise and are more efficient, but require more maintenance. Our staff can help you pick the right motor for your duck boat.

Visit our dealership in Perry, GA, to see a great selection of boats for sale, including duck boats. We also provide marine parts and have a service department to help you address any issues with your duck boat. The Sports Center proudly serves Macon and Columbus.