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I am looking at upgrading to a 20-21ft. CC and came across the Sea Hunt Ultra 210. Nice looking boat with many standard features. The wife likes it so that always helps
I know this is a "mid-tier" boat and you get what you payoff but from what I have seen and read on THT this seems like a pretty good boat for the money.
Any feed back on this boat is greatly appreciated.
Put a 200 on it. You'll be glad you did.
I looked at them all. Sea Hunt was the best boat for the dollar. It also has, in my opinion, the best multifunction layout of any cc.
Friend of mine has an 08 with a f150 on it, overall I like the boat but it gets a little crowded in the back when fishing, with the bench seat. It is adequately powered with the f150, I think that is the recommended motor from Sea Hunt, but it feels a little underpowered to me. I have enjoyed my Sea Hunt for over 5 yrs now. They are one of the best bang for the buck boats out there.
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Sea Hunt Triton 200- 130 Johnson
The Ultra 210 is alot of boat for the money. Nice layout, plenty of family comforts. I have the Triton 220 and love it so far.
Kinda wish i had gone with the Ultra 232 though.
They are a solid built boat. We looked for a year before buying, and couldn't find anything else to compare for what we paid for it.
I own a 210 Ultra, and I love it. It came with a 150 Yamaha 4 stroke, and I can't imagine wanting more power. I gotta contradict the Hillbilly Trailer on that one.
I've had eight people on it without feeling cramped, I've beached it, fished it, cruised it, etc. The factory stereo is AWESOME with an Ipod hooked up (which is quite pleasant when cocktail cruising). I'd just recommend picking up a 12v charge receptacle (lighter socket) to install in the cubby where the 3.5mm plug into the audio system goes.
I loaded mine with electronics, a Northstar VHF to match the 8.5" display Northstar M84 finder/plotter combo display, both flush mounted in the console. I've been less than fully satisfied with the brightness of the display, but I've made peace with it now.
The only change I would make to the boat is to add additional tie up cleats forward, but that has more to do with my dock arrangement than anything else. I don't think you'll be disappointed with it...it's a relatively inexpensive boat, but it's not cheaply made, and it doesn't ride cheap. It's funny how often I'm asked what kind of boat I have and I say Sea Hunt; the response here in NC is invariably that "it's the best boat for the money." Not a bad moniker, in my opinion.
HoldenBeachBum
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A buddy of mine has a 03 202 Triton. Nice boat for the money. I'd go with a 200 hp. his 202 has a 140 4s and is sluggish. Boat seems to be built well. Good ride for a 20'. Dry for a 20' and good on fuel too. Not a high tier boat but definately a nice boat for the $. I almost bought a 232 before I bought my Sailfish 236. if it were me I'd go with the 200 HPDI.
I own a 210 Ultra, and I love it. It came with a 150 Yamaha 4 stroke, and I can't imagine wanting more power. I gotta contradict the Hillbilly Trailer on that one.
I've had eight people on it without feeling cramped, I've beached it, fished it, cruised it, etc. The factory stereo is AWESOME with an Ipod hooked up (which is quite pleasant when cocktail cruising). I'd just recommend picking up a 12v charge receptacle (lighter socket) to install in the cubby where the 3.5mm plug into the audio system goes.
I loaded mine with electronics, a Northstar VHF to match the 8.5" display Northstar M84 finder/plotter combo display, both flush mounted in the console. I've been less than fully satisfied with the brightness of the display, but I've made peace with it now.
The only change I would make to the boat is to add additional tie up cleats forward, but that has more to do with my dock arrangement than anything else. I don't think you'll be disappointed with it...it's a relatively inexpensive boat, but it's not cheaply made, and it doesn't ride cheap. It's funny how often I'm asked what kind of boat I have and I say Sea Hunt; the response here in NC is invariably that "it's the best boat for the money." Not a bad moniker, in my opinion.
HoldenBeachBum
I hear that Sea Hunts are "great boats for the money" all the time. While I do agree with that statement I'll qualify it a bit. I think they are just great boats...period. It just so happens that they are reasonably priced. I'll match up my 240 alongside any similar size CC and go head to head on installed equipment, quality, fit and finish, appearance, handling characteristics and overall ride. The only major difference will be in the price tag.
Can you tell that I'm a little prejudiced?
I have the original 210 with 200, and it just touches 50mph when it's slick calm.
It feels like a much bigger boat, but the new version does take some space up with what looks like a 1/2 euro transom rather than a straight cutout transom like mine has. Good all around design, though. Everyone that rides on it seems to like it.
I have a Triton 220 with a 2 cycle Yamaha 150 on it. It jumps on plane and tops out from 41-43 mph on the gps depending on how loaded down it is. I have no complaints about this boat. It cruises plenty fast enough offshore, and rides as good or better than you would expect for a 22 footer. Sure it would be fun to have a few more horsepower, but it is DEFINITELY not needed. It is balanced well with a 150, and that means something to me because I don't have tabs (planning on installing some before summer). They tell me tabs make a huge difference. I will find out. I think the boat rides pretty dang good already though. In some situations it rides better if you go faster.
While this boat is not considered top end, in my opinion the fit and finish is better than just about any boat in it's class (Keywest is right there too). I like the boat better than comparable Prolines (not bashing Proline, I almost bought one. I just like the way Sea Hunts are laid out).
Of course there are upper tier boats that have higher quality fittings, latches, and such, but for what you pay you cannot go wrong with a Sea Hunt.
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22' Sea Hunt Triton hunting the waters of the Gulf of Mexico from Cocodrie to Destin.
I own a 210 Ultra, and I love it. It came with a 150 Yamaha 4 stroke, and I can't imagine wanting more power. I gotta contradict the Hillbilly Trailer on that one.
I've had eight people on it without feeling cramped, I've beached it, fished it, cruised it, etc. The factory stereo is AWESOME with an Ipod hooked up (which is quite pleasant when cocktail cruising). I'd just recommend picking up a 12v charge receptacle (lighter socket) to install in the cubby where the 3.5mm plug into the audio system goes.
I loaded mine with electronics, a Northstar VHF to match the 8.5" display Northstar M84 finder/plotter combo display, both flush mounted in the console. I've been less than fully satisfied with the brightness of the display, but I've made peace with it now.
The only change I would make to the boat is to add additional tie up cleats forward, but that has more to do with my dock arrangement than anything else. I don't think you'll be disappointed with it...it's a relatively inexpensive boat, but it's not cheaply made, and it doesn't ride cheap. It's funny how often I'm asked what kind of boat I have and I say Sea Hunt; the response here in NC is invariably that "it's the best boat for the money." Not a bad moniker, in my opinion.
HoldenBeachBum
I hear that Sea Hunts are "great boats for the money" all the time. While I do agree with that statement I'll qualify it a bit. I think they are just great boats...period. It just so happens that they are reasonably priced. I'll match up my 240 alongside any similar size CC and go head to head on installed equipment, quality, fit and finish, appearance, handling characteristics and overall ride. The only major difference will be in the price tag.
Can you tell that I'm a little prejudiced?
I agree! I still love my 202 and I'm working on my 5th year of use without breaking the bank.
Most Sea Hunts in the 19' - 21' range work extremely well with a 150 hp outboard. 200+ is probably overkill unless you're a speed freak.
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2005 Sea Hunt 202, Honda BF150 2009 Toyota Tundra
I own a 210 Ultra, and I love it. It came with a 150 Yamaha 4 stroke, and I can't imagine wanting more power. I gotta contradict the Hillbilly Trailer on that one.
I've had eight people on it without feeling cramped, I've beached it, fished it, cruised it, etc. The factory stereo is AWESOME with an Ipod hooked up (which is quite pleasant when cocktail cruising). I'd just recommend picking up a 12v charge receptacle (lighter socket) to install in the cubby where the 3.5mm plug into the audio system goes.
I loaded mine with electronics, a Northstar VHF to match the 8.5" display Northstar M84 finder/plotter combo display, both flush mounted in the console. I've been less than fully satisfied with the brightness of the display, but I've made peace with it now.
The only change I would make to the boat is to add additional tie up cleats forward, but that has more to do with my dock arrangement than anything else. I don't think you'll be disappointed with it...it's a relatively inexpensive boat, but it's not cheaply made, and it doesn't ride cheap. It's funny how often I'm asked what kind of boat I have and I say Sea Hunt; the response here in NC is invariably that "it's the best boat for the money." Not a bad moniker, in my opinion.
HoldenBeachBum
Good review, sent you a PM with some questions... Thanks
The Ultra strikes the perfect balance between family fun (happy wife) and fishability. Sea Hunt makes a very good boat and I understand that the factory guys are great.
when you consider going with a 150 or 200HP (and stay with 4 strokes) you need to realize that the 150 is a 4 cylinder and weighs almost the same weight as a 150 2stroke. The 200 will weigh almost 100# to the weight and that extra weight will be right where you need it the least. It will lead to wet feet when you are drift fishing with 3 on one side of the stern. For 5 years I owned a SeaPro 206cc with a F150 and could get 45 MPH loaded with 1/2 tank of fuel. If I would have a 200 HP, I could only get an extra 3 MPH and it would greatly hurt the MPG. The size and weight of the Sea Hunt is not much different to the SeaPro. Look at the Yamaha performance data. If more HP is a must, consider as an option, getting the boat with a Suzuki DF175...gives you the maximum HP with the weight of a 150.
Very happy with my Ultra 232. The only thing I wish is that the bilge access was a little easier (larger). Mainly for replacing bilge pumps, hoses, fittings etc. if needed. I would recommend the trim tabs. It's great for leveling the load not too mention rough seas. It is a very versatile boat. My wife likes to wakeboard. I mounted a ski pylon off the back. You can dress it up with the cushions for cruising and skiing with the wife and kids. You can rip it down and go fishing as well. All around a good boat for the money. Oh by the way, got mine from Chatlee very satisfied. They even towed it to the VA state line so I would not have to pay NC taxes (which are more than VA).
when you consider going with a 150 or 200HP (and stay with 4 strokes) you need to realize that the 150 is a 4 cylinder and weighs almost the same weight as a 150 2stroke. The 200 will weigh almost 100# to the weight and that extra weight will be right where you need it the least. It will lead to wet feet when you are drift fishing with 3 on one side of the stern. For 5 years I owned a SeaPro 206cc with a F150 and could get 45 MPH loaded with 1/2 tank of fuel. If I would have a 200 HP, I could only get an extra 3 MPH and it would greatly hurt the MPG. The size and weight of the Sea Hunt is not much different to the SeaPro. Look at the Yamaha performance data. If more HP is a must, consider as an option, getting the boat with a Suzuki DF175...gives you the maximum HP with the weight of a 150.
I agree. Look at the performance bulletins for the different size yamaha's on the Sea Hunt hulls, they are available on yamaha's and Sea Hunts websites, and they are pretty accurate.
I have the Triton 220, and i have the Yammi F150 on it, and the performance is exactly like the bulletin claims. I was on the Chessy all day last Saturday and cruised all day at 4000 rpm at 30-31 mph, that was with four adults, 3/4 tank of fuel, and loaded with gear/ice.
There is very little performance gain going from the F150 to the F200 according to the bulletins, probably due to the increased weight of the F200. And the big increase in price didn't justify the minimal performance gain you would get.
If you want more horsepower i would go to the F225 or F250 and skip the F200 altogether.
I'm happy with the F150 on mine, but like most i wouldn't mind a little more horsepower, i just couldn't justify spending another 4-5k for it.
I'd go with the 232, that bench seat in the back does eat up a bunch of space on the 21. But I do love the layout. Can't say enough nice stuff about my experience with Sea Hunt. When baby is out of daycare and the wife gives me the go ahead, I'd get another sea hunt in a heartbeat.
Sea Hunt Ultra 210 CC
