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CNC Marine Podcast Ep. 9: Learn how to choose the right boat for your needs — without the sales spin. Hear from designers on red flags, smart features, design trends, and future-proofing your build

👉Boat Chats with CNC Marine

What Boat’s Right for You? How to Choose

In this episode, Marsh and Liam get real about how to choose the right boat — whether you’re a DIY builder, a fabricator, or a first-time buyer. They unpack the key differences between dealing with sales reps and working with designers, what red flags to look for in boat sales, and how to make sure you’re not just buying a boat — but building the right one for your needs.

Expect some CNC Marine banter, plus helpful tips on:

  • How to talk through your boat idea (even if you’re not sure how to explain it)
  • What features to consider based on how you’ll actually use your boat
  • Common design traps (like flooding keels and stepped hulls)
  • How to future-proof your build for upgrades later
  • Boat design trends — what’s smart vs. what’s just hype

Plus, Josh (videographer) jumps on the mic to share his behind-the-scenes filming stories, sea sickness included.

If you’ve got questions or you’re unsure where to start, shoot us an email at sales@cncmarine.com.au — we’re here to help.