Question:
Does anybody know the web page addresses for bass boat information?
I'm looking at buying a new boat and want to make an informed decision
based manly on features. I've tried doing searches but the only thing
I found was the Tracker page under Bass Pro Shops. I'd like to
compare the Nitro's with other boats like Ranger, Stratos, Astro,
Bumble bee, and Pro Craft.
Answer:
-Check our buyers guide at Basscom - http://www.basscom.com We have a
lot of boat manufactures listed.
-Basing a decision on features probably won't work very well. Most bass
boat have the same features and typically they use the same components
from the same vendors. Differences in bass boats start with the hull.
Hulls differ in size, performance, and construction. As far as size goes,
the longer the boat, the better in will handle in rough water. A wide
beam will help keep the boat stable when stopped. Also, the longer and
wider the boat, the more deck space and storage space. The hull also is
a big factor in performance, where performance is rated in terms of speed
and stability and quickness out of the hole. Construction varied from
brand to brand. Some hulls are all fiberglass or fiberglass and
composites, others use wood. Some hulls are rigid, others flex in heavy
use.
After the hull, quality is the probably the next big variable. Quality
is not only where you can see it, but also where you can't. Bass boats
might have the same grade of carpet, but one boat might have the carpet
covering fiberglass, while another might be covering plywood. Bass boats
might have the same steering system, but one boat might run the cables
through supporting tubes, while another might let them fall where they
may.
Another big variable is cost. Cost is dependent of size and quality;
however, quality and cost are not always directly dependent. On other
words, more money doesn't necessarily mean better.
The approach I took in buying my last boat was to decide what was
important to me. I wanted a stable boat at speed (60+ mph), a dry ride
in rough water, as much deck space as possible in a 19 foot length,
maximum rated motor on the transom, and a reputation for quality and
reliability. As you can see, features never entered into it - all bass
boats have them and they're all about the same.
In summary, don't get hung up on features. You can get them all on any
bass boat. Decide on the size you want, how fast you want to go, and how
much money you want to spend. Then try to get a ride on the boats that
fit your requirements. Find a dealer who sells three or four different
brands and get their opinions. Finally, check with other people who have
the same boat and see if the reliability is there. And don't pay too
much attention to what the boat manufacturers claim - they all say the
same thing.
-TRY THIS PAGE FOR BOAT INFO.
WWW.GENMAR.COM/
