Moving from a 2013 212x to a 24 footer...thoughts

[Paulie44]

Hello out there. This is our 3rd summer with the 212x. She has been a great machine and we have added a ton of memories etc. We typically have 8-9 on our boat and at times I am pulling out my hair inside as I moving around the boat doing boat captain things. I am looking a moving to a 24 footer, specifically the 242x. Anyone out there made the same jump to the 24 footer from a 212? Also, the one thing I was noticing was the # of folks the new 21 footers hold. Mine is rated for 9. The new ones can hold 10. I am also trying to decide if the extra $25k is work the extra 2 people. Thanks for reading.

 

[rrmidden]

Space is space, so the new 21' with capacity for 10, IIRC, just has the newer haul rated from more people, there isn't any actual extra space. So if you're cramped on a 21', then going up to the 24' would make sense. That being said, if you go from 8-9 people on a 21' to 10-11 people on a 24', you're still probably going to be cramped.

 

[Ancient canoe]

If you look at the overhead pics, the 24' boats extra space is all in the bow. Just keep that in mind as it may not feel as roomy as you hoped. The bow is great seating for kids, but I don't think it's comfortable for adults unless they can stretch out their legs.

 

[Paulie44]

If you look at the overhead pics, the 24' boats extra space is all in the bow. Just keep that in mind as it may not feel as roomy as you hoped. The bow is great seating for kids, but I don't think it's comfortable for adults unless they can stretch out their legs.

Thanks. I have heard that. Most of the adults hang out in stern. The bow has all our stuff. Usually only 2 ride in the front. They stretch out.

 

[Paulie44]

Space is space, so the new 21' with capacity for 10, IIRC, just has the newer haul rated from more people, there isn't any actual extra space. So if you're cramped on a 21', then going up to the 24' would make sense. That being said, if you go from 8-9 people on a 21' to 10-11 people on a 24', you're still probably going to be cramped.

Such a problem I have. Lol. Well good points on the space. At times we have had 8 adults and that was right. The new 212s have the passenger seat where mine has the bench. Not sure if that is better or worse. Extra $$ is daunting as well. There is always the AR240 but I feel that it lacks all the cool stuff that I would want (larger bimini, ballast etc)

 

[rrmidden]

Such a problem I have. Lol. Well good points on the space. At times we have had 8 adults and that was right. The new 212s have the passenger seat where mine has the bench. Not sure if that is better or worse. Extra $$ is daunting as well. There is always the AR240 but I feel that it lacks all the cool stuff that I would want (larger bimini, ballast etc)

My 2015 212X has the J-Seating/Bench as well, I think the J-Seating/Bench has more space overall. Maybe not more actual seating, but it just feels bigger with the Bench. One reason we haven't even contemplated upgrading is because of the dual seats versus the J-Seating/Bench. For our purposes, the bench is a much better layour.

 

[Paulie44]

My 2015 212X has the J-Seating/Bench as well, I think the J-Seating/Bench has more space overall. Maybe not more actual seating, but it just feels bigger with the Bench. One reason we haven't even contemplated upgrading is because of the dual seats versus the J-Seating/Bench. For our purposes, the bench is a much better layour.

Agreed. We can fit two kids on the bench.

 

[Evil Sports]

I have a 2013 SS and have been through this exercise a few times. I still have my 13 cause you dont get any more cabin space with the 24, as stated the extra room is mostly in the bow. Other thing to consider is the 24 is Much higher and bigger to maneuver on the trailer, putting in and taking out. I dont leave mine in the water and the 21 is easy enough to do in and outs with and trailer with no problem.

 

[mwalker4]

Buy one or two jet skis. Use your boat as a home base and others can go play.

 

[Paulie44]

I have a 2013 SS and have been through this exercise a few times. I still have my 13 cause you dont get any more cabin space with the 24, as stated the extra room is mostly in the bow. Other thing to consider is the 24 is Much higher and bigger to maneuver on the trailer, putting in and taking out. I dont leave mine in the water and the 21 is easy enough to do in and outs with and trailer with no problem.

I agree. I’m an old pro with that trailer as I’m sure you are. Might gone out 19 212X. Still deciding. This is my argument every season!

 

[Paulie44]

Buy one or two jet skis. Use your boat as a home base and others can go play.

That is a interesting idea.

 

[CDENsomnia]

I have a 2013 SS and have been through this exercise a few times. I still have my 13 cause you dont get any more cabin space with the 24, as stated the extra room is mostly in the bow. Other thing to consider is the 24 is Much higher and bigger to maneuver on the trailer, putting in and taking out. I dont leave mine in the water and the 21 is easy enough to do in and outs with and trailer with no problem.

Its probably different for everyone but we put in and take out every day with our 242x. I doubt they make much difference but its all based on comfort with your rig.

 

[rrmidden]

Its probably different for everyone but we put in and take out every day with our 242x. I doubt they make much difference but its all based on comfort with your rig.

Agreed, if you are decent at loading/unloading a 21', you'll be fine with a 24'. My wife and I were old pros the last few years, no problems launching and retrieving. That being said, it's great having the boat on a lift now. Walk down to the pier, hit a button on an App with my phone, and we're out on the lake. So easy, so nice.

 

[CDENsomnia]

Agreed, if you are decent at loading/unloading a 21', you'll be fine with a 24'. My wife and I were old pros the last few years, no problems launching and retrieving. That being said, it's great having the boat on a lift now. Walk down to the pier, hit a button on an App with my phone, and we're out on the lake. So easy, so nice.

Oh heck yeah! If I could get in a slip by our camper I would do that in a second!

 

[Evil Sports]

Im just saying for the lack of true increase in cabin space the difference in manageable size is not worth it. Especially when Im putting in myself