Looking for a small boat

[ivan1982]

Hey guys I know this is not kayak fishing related but I know some of you guys can help me with some tips, I have a pro angler 14 and I fish La Jolla once in a while, I have to kids and every time they ask me when can I take them with me so I decided to look for a boat, I’ve seen some aluminum boats every time I’m kayaking, does anyone of you guys own one? I don’t want a 14’ I’m looking for at least an 18’ to make it a little safer something big enough to take my 2 boys and a friend so I have a few questions. How far are La Jolla kelp beds from mission bay? How safe is an advices or recommendations? My budget is about $8000 and I’m open to boats other than a aluminum boat, I’ve seen all this boats for sale on Craigslist and OfferUp but I know some of those can’t handle ocean waters, hopefully you guys can give me some good advices, not selling my kayak by the way, I love kayak fishing. THANK YOU.