I assume they expect people to come aboard this way because they provide a bow rail, yet in many cases the deck is too slippery for bow boarding. Space is always at a premium on board any trailerboat. The positioning of rodholders, appropriate sized live bait wells and adequate fuel storage are also essential in a good layout. Overall we have realise that not all production trailerboats are suitable for fishing even if they are promoted this way. The good fishing designs will generally be capable of being easily modified, as anglers needs differ greatly from one location to another.
Removable thwarts are one of the industries best inventions in years.
This gives an angler the option of having minimal seating for more specialised fishing and the option of taking out the family. Fittings for small boats can range from jam cleats for ease of anchoring to the addition of depth sounders and electric motors. A small bilge pump, unfixed can be very useful in pumping water both in and out of the boat. Also not that an esky can serve quite effectively as a cheap live bait tank, or kill tank. Another consideration is to ensure the boat is well balanced.