Fisher_C Posted May 23, 2012 Posted May 23, 2012 First of all thanks for reading my thread as well as your help. I am currently in the ARMY and stationed at Fort Riley KS and to deploy shortly. When i get back i will be getting out shortly and moving back to TN. Just wondering what yalls thoughts were on a decent entry level bass boat that isnt gonna bust my wallet. Quote
uabasspro Posted May 23, 2012 Posted May 23, 2012 First of all thanks for reading my thread as well as your help. I am currently in the ARMY and stationed at Fort Riley KS and to deploy shortly. When i get back i will be getting out shortly and moving back to TN. Just wondering what yalls thoughts were on a decent entry level bass boat that isnt gonna bust my wallet. What are you looking for fiberglass or aluminum? Quote
BassHunter954 Posted May 23, 2012 Posted May 23, 2012 I know here in south fl. The boats on craigslist are pretty reasonable if you don't mind driving for a price Quote
Super User Fishing Rhino Posted May 23, 2012 Super User Posted May 23, 2012 Tough question to answer for somebody else. First consideration. It has to be something you will be happy with, be it for a year or a few years. Spending ten thou for a boat that will not satisfy you is a waste of money. Spending more (or less) on a boat that does satisfy you (within your budget parameters) is worth every penny. It's a tug of war between your heart and your head. We are all very different in that regard. Do you buy a new boat which should give you a few trouble free years, if properly maintained, or buy a bigger used boat, which could turn into a money pit? There are bargains and there are nightmares on the used boat market. Are you the type of fisherman who scoots back and forth, to and fro frequently, or do you select an area and work it thoroughly. This will determine how much fuel you burn in the course of a day's fishing. Then there is the matter of hauling the boat to the ramp and back home again. Some guys, like me, burn more fuel in the tow vehicle than with their boats. These are just a few of the considerations that go into selecting a boat. Buy a big boat, with big payments and you've put severe restrictions on your fishing time. Don't let your heart win that tug of war. Quote
Fisher_C Posted May 23, 2012 Author Posted May 23, 2012 Thanks for the replies guys. Im looking to get something that can handle most lakes so i dont get blown over from the wind. Something that is pretty easy to maintain as well as transport and use. Im very new to the boating aspect. Ive only fished from a boat 2 times. I think i would prefer new just because of the warranty and i dont have to worry about getting a "lemon". Not wanting to drop 10's of thousands of dollars either. I appreciate all the help once again guys..Thanks Quote
uabasspro Posted May 23, 2012 Posted May 23, 2012 Thanks for the replies guys. Im looking to get something that can handle most lakes so i dont get blown over from the wind. Something that is pretty easy to maintain as well as transport and use. Im very new to the boating aspect. Ive only fished from a boat 2 times. I think i would prefer new just because of the warranty and i dont have to worry about getting a "lemon". Not wanting to drop 10's of thousands of dollars either. I appreciate all the help once again guys..Thanks It will be tough to find anything new much under 10 grand and get what you want IMO. Quote
Fisher_C Posted May 23, 2012 Author Posted May 23, 2012 It will be tough to find anything new much under 10 grand and get what you want IMO. Really?? what about like the 2011 bass trackers?? i was looking at those..what do you guys think about those?? im not saying new as in like 2012 but liked a a 2011 or 2010 new..thanks again guys Quote
Michael DiNardo Posted May 23, 2012 Posted May 23, 2012 If you could say whether you wanted fiberglass, or aluminum, a 16,17,18,19 footer, what horsepower, it is hard to give a price on an unknown boat. Mike Quote
Diablos Posted May 23, 2012 Posted May 23, 2012 I'm pretty sure Triton has a few aluminum bass boats under 10K. Quote
Fisher_C Posted May 24, 2012 Author Posted May 24, 2012 If you could say whether you wanted fiberglass, or aluminum, a 16,17,18,19 footer, what horsepower, it is hard to give a price on an unknown boat. Mike Thats kind of why im asking..I dont really know what is best. I guess aluminum because they seem to be cheaper. Size i have no idea..horsepower? just w/e i need to get to where im going.... Quote
Nice_Bass Posted May 24, 2012 Posted May 24, 2012 The trackers are very nice- and out the door you may be able to get a slighlty used one for around 10k. New and you are looking closer to 19k after taxes, etc. You do want the max horsepower for what your boat is rated- not just to go fast but your engine works less, really good in the long run. Alum boats do not like wind, so just need to be good with the TM, and a drift sock helps. You can also hit somthing with the boat and not have to worry as much as with fiberglass. They are very light, so your tow vechicle will have less stress and load as well. If you do go with a smaller engine you will be able to get into a boat for what you want to spend, but if you are getting a loan you may want to see what it takes to get an extra couple of thousand and how that would change your payment. Should not be too painfull. PM me if you have any questions and sincerely are thinking about a tracker and I would be happy to help out. Quote
alexofoakton Posted May 25, 2012 Posted May 25, 2012 In late 2010, I bought a 2008 Tracker Pro Team 170 for $7500 off of craigslist. I am very happy with the boat although I have put about $5K into it to upgrade to a minnkota 80# trolling motor and two humminbird side imaging sonars. I fish small/medium lakes and small rivers, not big water (Smith Mountain lake). Its a relatively light boat and I can easily tow it with my 4Runner. Quote
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