BrandonB

Honestly the wind seems to blow them all around. Definitely one with higher sides will catch more wind but my buddy’s z18 gets blown around just as much. The shallow water capabilities are nice and if I ride up on a stump in my 175txw I tend to go straight over it. I seen a guy in a glass boat have to get pulled off a tree in Santee. I was wondering what their boats will look like. This is the new company that is launching this march? Can’t wait to see them at the classic. Who will be the first pro to fish from one ?

That polar kraft is sweet!

Thank you for all the great advice! I was looking at the rt198p, tracker 195txw and pt18. I went and looked at the 198p and 195txw today. The tracker was big and cheap but I plan on using this boat for a while and the wood caused me to toss the 195txw. I don’t have a crestliner dealer near me so I haven’t had a chance to look at them. The ranger was really nice but I feel like they could have made it with a wider beam, only 7’6. Maybe I’m just being picky! I haven’t had a chance to start looking at glass boats but I think based on my budget ($35k) I would be very limited on my options. Thank you again for all your advice and help!

Hello everyone, I need some professional advise, kinda in a delima. I currently fish local and club tournaments and have consistently placing in the top 10 over the last year. Next year I want to jump up to bigger tournaments. I own a tracker 175 txw with a 60 hp. Way to small for big tournaments ( most have min of 150hp and 18ft). I have narrowed my search down to 3 aluminum brands mainly for the lower price tag. MY question is based on your guys experience would I be good in a 19ft aluminum boat with a 150 on the back or should I go with the glass in the same length with a 200? I have looked at all the numbers and pros and cons. I just need to know what you would do if you could do it all over again knowing what you know. Thank you for your help Tight lines!