Greetings fellow Tugnuts,
I'm the new owner of a 2008 Ranger 25 classic starting my exploration of the Sacramento Delta. Will be taking delivery of the Avery out of Isleton next week when she'll become the Delta Rover out of Lodi. I'm new to trawlers and inland water ways after spending 20 years sailing the SF Bay and coast between Santa Cruz and Pillar Point. Has any one else made the transition from coastal wind chaser to inland cruiser and have any advice or recommendations? My first experiences on the Ranger 25 were awesome -- like driving a sports car versus driving a bus (sorry Hunter...)
I'm also considering a stowable bimini -- up when cruising with the wife, down when fishing with my buddies. I've seen some photos online of bimini's the secure to the cabin roof rails and fishing rod holders on the stern and wonder if any one has owned or explored these?
All the best,
Don Bradford