First boat - returning to NJ.com

[Matt L]

Thanks. Bought the lifejackets last weekend. somewhat comfortable basic types from cabella for about 10 bucks a piece. Of course got myself the auto inflate suspender type. I have most of the safety equipment except the vhf radio. Will probably get a portable for simplicity. Looking at a Uniden 250 for about 100 bucks. Amazing how quick all this stuff adds up. I'll be in an extra grand before the boat hits the water. 400 for tune up impeller+safety equipment 200+wiring I need to do 150+radio 100 + bilge 125....

Thanks for the advice. I have fished the area quite a bit and done well but mostly from shore. Also have rented boats from the local places and of course the party boats.