BigBankBassin

I am leaning very heavy towards a Vexus or an Xpress I have a few months yet to make a decision.. too many nice boats!

I am stuck in limbo again about fiberglass vs Aluminum. I believe I am stuck with Aluminum as I will need to store the boat outside during winter her ein the Midwest. Does storing a fiberglass boat outdoors winterized fully covered and protected as much as possible have any negative impact on the integrity of the boat? I am not worried about oxidation as I can fix that.

No Sir. Skirts Unlimited Silicone.

I got you. I'm not super sticky on price just don't want to dump a huge amount on a first boat 34-38 seems about the sweet spot for a nice big Aluminum with everything I am wanting including good electronics but then again a used glass boat a couple years old is right there as well. I am very hesitant on buying a used boat. Stressful decisions. Thanks.

With the advances in technology with motors, how safe would you say it is to buy a 2 year old Boat (2017 Z19-Merc 200 ProXS 117 hours). Is it possible to pull motor logs to ensure the motor was broke in properly. Also has warranty until 2022.

accurate statement, however can you still get a fully rigged out 18/19 foot glass boat for under 40k? Storage is also an issue for me which is another reason I am looking to aluminum as I think it will hold better to outdoor storage in the Midwest.

I am dialing in on one of these 3 I believe for my first Aluminum. Lund 1875 Renegade Ranger RT198P Xpress X19/18 Also may consider the Alumacraft Pro 185 or XB 200 Is it best to go with highest rated HP just to have it? Id like to fish bigger bodies of water Table Rock for instance. I could get away with smaller for the local tournaments I run. Anybody run any of these specific models? Anything you would change after utilizing for some time? This decision is more stressful than picking out a baby name!! Tight Lines. BBB

When I first started looking I was heading towards a tracker just because of price. After a bit more research it is not on the list anymore. I think there are better quality boats for not much more that I have priced out. Good to know Thanks!! I have a checked out a few Crestliners. Not looking good for them.

Nice, I was going to get a 150 as I was not sure a 115 would be able to pull a tube. This just saved me some Money. I don't fish a lot of big lake tourney's so speed isn't critical for me...yet.

Which motor are your Running? I see a lot of the 2018/2019 have the Yamaha 150 SHO. Haven't ever been in front of one of those. I have been trying to do some research on the different motors now but there are too many biased reviews :).

I am heavily considering the 1875 Renegade now that I have "built one" on the site. Are the storage boxes 100% waterproof? It is hard to tell if they have raised lips or compression locks. That is one of my top priorities for storage.

I have hear good things about KastKing. Have yet to try one. Let us know how it handles.

Just looked into this model...May make it on the list! Thank you! I was going to ask about this. I have only been in carpeted boats but was curious about the other options. Seadeck from Xpress looks amazing and padded? Thanks!

incomplete pours are due to a cold mold. make sure to heat it up. Some people set it on the Pot while heating, I do this as well as make a few pours without any hooks inserted to heat up the cavity. Good Luck.

I have looked at the Lund's. Super nice boats but a bit out my price range for a 1st Aluminum. Nice Rig! Good to hear the Vexus is getting some good feedback. With the folks behind the company I would hope they are awesome boats. I have looked at the X18 Pro online, the website is difficult to get an idea of final pricing without being able to "build your own". Which model do you run? I have seen them in action via YouTube video taking lake runs, looks smoothe and able to handle very well. How well does it hold up to windy conditions? I would think an 18/19 foot aluminum fully loaded would not be affected much, but then again I have never been in one under those circumstances.

First run at homemade jigs

Looking for some input from Aluminum boat anglers. I have been doing a lot of research on Aluminum Boats for my first purchase this winter (Year End Models :D). I will be fishing tournaments single and with a non-boater. I have decided I want at least an 18/19 footer. My biggest concern with aluminum is ride quality and hold up to wind. A lot of the lakes here in the plains of Nebraska and Iowa tend to get a little windy. I have mainly been looking at the beautiful new Vexus AVX1880. Also priced out the Alumacraft Pro185, Ranger RT198, and a Tracker 195 TXW. I have also just ran across a Crestliner Bass Hawk but I am not sure about the Deep-V hull. What are you fishing out of? What are some of the pro's/con's of your rig? Thanks in advance and Tight Lines!!