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There's a boat for every wallet and fishin' mission in the 2005 fleet. Whether you can afford $40 a month or $400, you can find a way to get on the water this year.



For true boating economy, consider a kayak. Or, for a couple grand, step up to a johnboat rigged with a kicker or electric troller. If your bank account can handle the strain, take home a slick basser. Thanks to four-stroke outboards, they burn less gas than ever and contribute near zero pollution to the environment.


Pungo 120 Angler

The Pungo 120 Angler from Wilderness Systems includes seating with adjustable thigh supports and backrests designed to cut fatigue during long hauls. The 12-foot-long kayak weighs just 49 pounds and is rated to carry 400 pounds, including gear. (About $825; www.wilderness
systems.com)


Waterfowler 15

The Waterfowler 15 from Alumacraft includes an enclosed gun or rod box, all-aluminum floors and decks and space for a swivel seat up front. Priced at $3,295, it's more expensive than many johnboats but made of heavier stock that promises greater durability. (About $5,500 with a 25-hp motor; www
.alumacraft.com)



Lund Pro Angler 17

(pictured above right)

The Lund Pro Angler 17 is a to-the-max tiller-control walleye rig that's broad, deep and super-tough, thanks to a twin-plate hull and I-beam stringers. Seven-foot in-floor rod lockers keep your gear secure, and reversed chines keep spray down. (About $19,700 with a four-stroke Merc 75; www.lundboats.com)

Triton TR-21

Triton's TR-21 is a Mercedes-class bass boat. Powered by the new Mercury four-stroke Verado 250, the first supercharged
outboard, it's a formidable package in both performance and fuel economy. It may be a lot of money to spend to chase around bass, but you'll be going in style. (About $52,000, including matching trailer; www.tritonboats.com)