Well after this 3rd tour here in the sandbox I finally got the go ahead to get my first bass boat.  I am lookin for a nice fiberglass bass boat that won't break my bank account.  Do ya'll think this looks like a good deal? http://www.boattrader.com/listing/1997-STRATOS-201-Pro-Elite-93559786/?ZMC=Oodle&BAC-Oodle

Any heads up on a good deal would be appreciated too.  Thanks everybody.

My *FIRST* boat, even... ;D

I think It looks great.

It looks nice but don't go buy a boat until you can get back home from Iraq and test drive it first. You are also going to want to check all of the features like the live wells, bilge pump, trolling motor, depth/fish finder, outboard etc. Don't forget to look for signs of abuse such as fiberglass repairs.  Are you going to test drive it when you are on leave?

No prop on the outboard?

 I'm not gonna be doin any test driving on leave Ron, just lookin around right now to see whats out there that I can afford.  I plan on doing some when I get back for good in '09 though.  I sign out tomrrow!! WOO HOOOOOO!!!!!!!  18 days away from the sandbox!!!!!

Enjoy your time with your family, it will go by fast.  I hope you and your family have a great time together.