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Originally Posted by IL-LOGIC-AL GGC
we have several owners in your area that i'm sure will respond to how the boats handle in your area
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PAX - I'm in SW CT, about 55 miles from NYC - not necessarily close, but at least in the NE.
I own the 190 Bay and use it in the LI Sound. I haven't seen the 05 Ropolene, but my 02 hull is a dull-white color. So if you're into flashy-pretty, then Ropolene may be a little embarrassing at the dock. But I exclusively fish, so the ease of just hosing the boat off and not having to wax a gel-coat is one of the biggest selling points for me - including durability. I care very little about the finish. Also, I tend to be a little rough on my equipment. I've banged the bow eye and just about everything else on the dock. Even have a few scratches/gouges. I also drift very shallow reefs. I’ve even drifted up against rocks and have beached the boat on the marbles. I'm certain a fiberglass boat would've spider-cracked along the way.
I've had numerous guys approach me at the dock asking about the boat. They have all said "wow, I never really knew these boats existed. Sure would've looked at 'em if I did." But there are always those with too much money or are just too in love with Contenders, etc.
I spoke briefly with a Sea Tow guy out of Fairfield, CT. He says that the stations that use the 210 love their boats. Those boats have been reinforced with aluminum for towing, but the basic hull is the same.
Separately, I'd be interested in talking with you about your job as an internal auditor. You can PM me on this site. I'm an external auditor for one of the accounting firms.