Best Bass Boat out there now

[FD.]

I own a Stratos 201.

I have fished out of a Triton Tr20, Ranger, Bullet, and Gambler.

The most "fishable" in my opinion is my Stratos. She is not as fast nor as stylish as many other boats. But, I have a 20 years old hull with no problems. I have bounced her off the stumps in Farm 13, run aground hard on a floating mat of crap in Kissimmee, run all over Tampa Bay and even been in the gulf. I have taught 3 teenagers to drive, dock and load with her and numerous other things you should not do with a bass boat.

In my opinion they are tough and very stable in rough weather. Something you should consider living on Harris.

[Fishing Rhino]

In the end, it all boils down to this.  The man in the boat is more important than the boat the man is in.

[Chaz Hickcox]

FYI, I visited my insurance agent this morning.  From what I got out of the conversation, "we'll look at it" was more along the lines of wanting to know what caused it in case there was a design problem. 

The boat itself was repaired within two days using some type of bonded patch.  From the way it sounds, he is happy with the work.  On top of that, he ended up with two new power poles replaced under warranty, and a new battery charger.

Sounds like all of the folks at Basscat did another good job of taking care of a customer.

Glad to hear it. They really do seem to do what they can to help out as much as they can. It may not be any more or less than other companies, but there's always the personal touch they put on it. I really like that.

[Chaz Hickcox]

In the end, it all boils down to this.  The man in the boat is more important than the boat the man is in.

So that's why the guy in the little jon boat kicks our butts in the local tourneys from time to time! I need that guy in my boat.

[Bassn Blvd]

Best bass boat, IMO, is one that'll do 50-65mph, get great gas mileage, can run in a foot of water, be driven through cat tails and grass to get to the honey hole and doesn't leak.

[South FLA]

I own a 2003 Ranger 185 Intracoastal model and so far so good, its a great boat. Very satisfied with their factory support on issues ranging from gel coat repair, to bad chargers, and instructions on lid hatch seal replacement. If money were no object I would most likely by a Allison XB-21 BasSport Pro with all the options and a Yamaha SHO 250. If money were a consideration then I would most likely end up in a Bass Cat Puma FTD, followed closely by Ranger Z521. I would actually have to drive and fish out of them for a day to see what I prefer.

Although, for how and what I fish for the best fit would be a Ranger Z21 Intracoastal. The original poster is from Central Florida and may want to consider a "saltwater" bass boat option and the only ones with that option currently I believe are Ranger, Bullet, and Sterling.

Also, for arguments sake there is a point of diminishing returns on price paid per boat versus actual usability and function of a boat. I would rather fish out of someones well kept Brand X boat than someone's ill-maintained Brand Y, I would also rather fish out of a boat that allows me to fish where the fish are and sometimes that means fishing out of a canoe, jon boat, or off land. So its all relative. The most important part of boating is USING the darn thing be it fishing, family, or sport.

[Terry G.]

I hate to open a can of worms but I am ready to change boats, AGAIN. In the arena of top end boats, 21 ft. length, 250 Hp with all the toys; what is best? The boat I have now has given me fits and after a year and a half I am ready to change. The manufacturer of my present boat, after not answering my phone calls is telling me they have the best boat and will guarantee me great service--they gave me NO service in the past. I am leaning towards their boat again but actually would like to change brands because of the trust factor. I don't want to mention any names at this juncture but I hope to get feedback from the forum to see what is considered the BEST. I am in Central Florida and a good dealer with and outstanding product is a must if I am going to shell out 70K on a toy.

Legend Bass Boats are without a doubt one of the best bass boats made today. I absolutely love my boat's smooth ride, fit & finish, and affordability.

You can trust that the service Legend provides will be above approach!!

Legend staff will answer your phone calls!!

You can buy a 21 foot boat with a 250 HP for way under 70 G's

You ask who is considered the best...I say it's Legend.

Terry G.

[Chaz Hickcox]

http://basscatowners.yuku.com/topic/16838/Great-service

Tell me FLW would do the same thing!

You want customer service, there you go.