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Many people are unhappy boat owners because they buy the wrong boat. Before you dive head first into the world of boat ownership, ask yourself a few questions that will help you focus on the kind of boat you will need, though the best kind is a no-nonsense boat.

• Who will use the boat? Just family or will you invite friends? This may have a bearing on the size.
• How will you use the boat? Will you be fishing, water skiing, cruising, taking day trips, weekend trips or week long excursions?
• When, and how often, will the boat be used? Do you boat year-round or only seasonally?
• Where will you operate the boat? In lakes, rivers or on the ocean?
• How much can you afford to spend? Don’t forget the initial cost of purchase is just the beginning. There will be maintenance, insurance, registration fees and instruction and safety course fees.
• What type of boat suits your personality and temperament? Do you imagine getting from place to place with great speed or leisurely sailing to your destination?

I was a bit skeptical of Triumph’s claim of the “world’s toughest boats,” but after witnessing the sledgehammer test, I admit I’m sold.

What’s not to like about a boat that is nearly maintenance free, environmentally friendly, and virtually unsinkable? With eleven models to choose from, Triumph offers a model perfect for fishing, day-cruising, and water sports.

Made with Ropelene and injected with closed-cell foam, Triumph boats require very little maintenance. If you scratch the hull, you can simply sand it and buff it. The heat from the buffer will return it to its natural shine. Even better than that, you never have to apply a coat of wax. That alone makes the Triumph worth comparing to a fiberglass vessel when you are in the market for a new boat.