BOAT FUN IN THE SUN -ST PETE BEACH STINGRAY FUN review
Yacht · 19 ft (6 m) · Saint Petersburg
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Key specs
- Builder
- Stingray
- Model
- 191DC
- Length
- 19 ft (6 m)
- Guests
- 6
Verdict
The Stingray 191DC is a compact dual-console deck boat that prioritizes versatility over luxury. It suits family day trips and short coastal runs well, with manageable size, modest fuel use, and easy handling, though cabin-like amenities are minimal.
Pros
- +Compact 19-foot layout is easy to trailer and store
- +Dual-console design adds passenger protection and versatility
- +Shallow draft and light weight suit inshore use
- +Up to 9-person capacity is strong for the size
Cons
- −Limited fuel capacity for longer cruising ranges
- −Small size means minimal livability and storage
- −Not intended for heavy offshore conditions
- −Comfort is basic compared with larger deck boats
The Stingray 191DC is a 19-foot dual-console deck boat with a practical fiberglass hull, a 90-inch beam, and a light overall footprint. Its design emphasizes usable deck space and family flexibility rather than cabin features, which is consistent with its small size and open layout.
On the water, the 191DC should feel responsive and easy to manage. Public test and specification data show it is rated for outboards up to 115 hp, with a light dry weight around 2,000 lb, which supports brisk planing and straightforward trailering. The shallow draft and moderate deadrise make it well suited to bays, rivers, and protected coastal waters, though it is not a deep-vee offshore boat.
Comfort and livability are adequate for day boating but limited by the compact platform. Seating for up to nine is a strong point, but the boat has only modest fuel capacity and no real overnight accommodations, so it is best viewed as a day boat. For buyers wanting an accessible, versatile family runabout at a relatively approachable price point, it offers solid value.
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