Tournament 192 vs 205

[johndonn]

Looking at bowriders. Besides a foot in length what is main difference between 2 boats concerning ride and stability. (Prices seem a bit high)
Presently own Cabo 35 express Looking at yam 150 4 stroke

 

[SmokyMtnGrady]

I had a 192 and loved the boat, I wanted a bigger ride so I sold her. the 205 is roomier in the bow which to me is a difference enough to choose the 205. Then again, I bouhgt my 192 used and they discontinued it for the 205 only to bring it back. I guess that foot costs alot :lol: or enough for them to bring the 192 back to stimulate demand for their boats. If you can afford it, go the 225 or that new 25 foot Freedom.

 

[White Horses (Mike)]

We love our 225, but i will say we almost bought the 205 - It is a great boat. If you can pull it off, I think you will be happy with it. I don't know much about the 19' version though...

 

[Frank]

I prefer the layout and looks of the 192 (big cockpit, swim platform), but the 205 can be had with a head and the 192 can't plus the 205 has the more rounded windshield.

 

[timberxx]

I was looking at both boats (192 and 205) and ended up with a 205 powered with a F200 (4 stroke). I am very pleased with the 200.

I am 6'3" and can layout comfortably in the bow on the 205 with plenty of room. I could not get comfortable in the bow of the 192

The head was also a nice in the 205.

Be sure to sit in both boats before you choose.

Good luck, and have fun shopping.

 

[Parthery]

Unless you are less than about 12 years old or are a contortionist, don't expect to be able to use the head in a 205. In fact, I took the head out of my 205 and just used the compartment for storage.

 

[timberxx]

Your right Parthery,

The head in the 205 is VERY tight. my finance (5'5") fit in it, but it was tight. I am 6'3" and it was REAL tight.

 

[SmokyMtnGrady]

My only real criticism of the 192 was the leg room in the bow seating area. The boat handeled well, was a great tow boat for toys, we created many memories on her. The 205 gives more room upfront which is nice to have. This argument would sway me over the head.

 

[Frank]

One of the things I like about the 192 layout is the cockpit room. The bow area is somewhat limited to provide space in the cockpit. I found that kids were the primary users of the bow area, and 2 or 3 fit there just fine.

The old 22 was that way also - smaller bow area to get more cockpit room. The newer model has a larger bow area but preserves cockpit room with the bracket.

 

[cuttyhunk]

I was at the NE boat show and had this discussion with one of the Grady reps. Outside of cockpit layout and the extra 15 inches, I was told the hull design of the 205 is updated and optimized for a better ride. I have to say the 192 can be a bit choppy, but you can always slow down to 7 knots and pretend you're sailing!
BTW, I think the 192 is the best, most versatile 19' outboard ever created.

My $.02

"The boat can take a lot more than you can."

 

[SmokyMtnGrady]

I would agree, the 192 is a great 19 foot boat. We loved ours.