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As a proud 210 owner, it's easy to compare to the negative, because the 210 has alot to offer, but it does have alot of holes as well. Here are a few things I love about the 235.
My mother (Grandma)was psyched to come and check out our move from a 15.5' to the 210. She jumped on board with our 4 kids, wifey and Lucky Dog. Oldest son throws the lines and off we go. As we put out, the deck is a freeway, I tell everyone to hold on, and my mother delivers the bow"where are we supposed to sit".I took a look around, and anything that might look like a seat was covered with tackle, so I replied with "You dont, you just kind of hang on". The 235 has lots more dry storage and places to seat period, even without the mega.
All of us have been thrown around on a wet deck before, and most of us have had to use the one handed hook of the low stern rail to keep from going into the drink in full clothing. A solid transom to lean against is a major plus and we all know it.
The 235 console is big, but with size comes space. Space for accessable tackle, your buddies trays can be stowed instead of sliding on the deck or taking up Grandmas parking space. The electronics are set up for flush mounts, and I'll bet the height is comparable to the 210. My electronics are on top of the lock box and I have no problems with visability. The storage in the head is huge, once you yank out the head.
I don't subscribe to the 23 foot twins argument, it would be nice for offshore, but who has the money to throw another 20k onto a boat that really doesnt need twins. This boat will fly with a 300 on her. All of us will just smile as she scream by and say "maybe she doesnt need twins". The xtra weight added is rediculous for a 23, just because others are doing it doesnt make it smart or necessary.
The 235 isnt a longer 210, it's obviously meant to have other strenghts and I think it does.
I STILL LOVE MY 210!!!!!!!
Fella
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