I can tell you this, I found this boat the summer of 22. At that time Vics didn't have any and I knew in the spring prices were going to be high. So, I jumped at the opportunity to buy it and boy am I glad I did. The spring of 23 at the boat show this boat was 8k more than what I paid. At the end of the day you buy what your comfortable spending and I love this boat and enjoy everyday out on the water. If you watch the channel I'm very fortunate to spend time with my 3 boys, nephews, wife and good friends. Thanks for watching and commenting......Stay Dirty!!!
Really nice rig! See you on the lake! Watched your recent night fishing video, but comments were turned off for that one. Where did you get your tea lights and how did you attach them? Enjoying your videos....keep them coming!
The board lights are from Amish Outfitters. I got them at Karrens in Geneva. They come with screws with snaps attached. Just posted our last trip of season....check it out.
Looks very nice, well equipped, a great layout. I haven’t had a demo ride in one yet, but have in most of their direct competition (Hewes, Weldcraft, Duckworth, North River, etc). All of those have a design / quality of ride issue; the two front seats and control console are set forward to provide more fishing room on the main deck, and that results in a poor ride in rough seas. Even with SMOOTH MOVES in those two forward seats, it’s still very hard on Seniors (or anyone with arthritis and other back issues). What say you?
We haven't found it to be a bad ride at all and have not purchased suspension seats yet. The fishing area is unbelievable and makes for a great day on the water. Thanks for watching.
Considering this boat for salmon trolling on Lake Michigan. How well does it handle waves? I have a Starweld Fusion Pro 20 right now but the wash down hose is weak and it doesn’t drain well when it gets water in it. I liked the Chanel’s and drains in that boat. How well does it clean up? Thanks in advance
It cuts through waves very well. We have been out on 4-6 footers and not a problem. Anything over that we don’t wanna risk. It cleans up very nicely and the floor needs scrubbed every couple weeks.
Really nice walk through, there isn’t a lot info for this boat other than the manufacturer’s “review”. How is the quality of this boat? I currently have a smoker craft big fisherman 16, looking to upgrade to this boat in the future. Thanks
We have really enjoyed everything about this boat because it is spacious and allows us to have 5 people in the boat while trolling with 12 rods so far. We did not have a problem with it. It has plenty of storage and rod space with a pushed forward console to optimize the room in the back of the boat. The bench seat is removable and you can get it without the back livewell which adds more space if you are looking for that. We actually went and looked at newer ones to see the difference, they are all similar except we noticed that the aluminum for the gunwale at the front is wavy compared to our boat which we didn't care for. Other than that a great boat and rides solid on rough water
Thanks for the tour, sweet ride 🤘🏼
@@BladeandJosie thank you for watching and commenting!
How much did Vic's Sports Center soak ya for that set up ??? 😊
I can tell you this, I found this boat the summer of 22. At that time Vics didn't have any and I knew in the spring prices were going to be high. So, I jumped at the opportunity to buy it and boy am I glad I did. The spring of 23 at the boat show this boat was 8k more than what I paid. At the end of the day you buy what your comfortable spending and I love this boat and enjoy everyday out on the water. If you watch the channel I'm very fortunate to spend time with my 3 boys, nephews, wife and good friends. Thanks for watching and commenting......Stay Dirty!!!
That wold be a kool cat boat
I've seen a few set up for cats.
Really nice rig! See you on the lake! Watched your recent night fishing video, but comments were turned off for that one. Where did you get your tea lights and how did you attach them? Enjoying your videos....keep them coming!
The board lights are from Amish Outfitters. I got them at Karrens in Geneva. They come with screws with snaps attached. Just posted our last trip of season....check it out.
@@williamclark535 Most definitely! Karrens is awesome!
We’re did u buy ur boat at
We purchased it from Hanes Marine near Pymatuning. They had a black one last time I was there 2 months ago.
Do you know if they use ANY wood at all in this boat? Transom, decks, etc.
The decks are wood with a rubber or plastic coating
Looks very nice, well equipped, a great layout. I haven’t had a demo ride in one yet, but have in most of their direct competition (Hewes, Weldcraft, Duckworth, North River, etc). All of those have a design / quality of ride issue; the two front seats and control console are set forward to provide more fishing room on the main deck, and that results in a poor ride in rough seas. Even with SMOOTH MOVES in those two forward seats, it’s still very hard on Seniors (or anyone with arthritis and other back issues). What say you?
We haven't found it to be a bad ride at all and have not purchased suspension seats yet. The fishing area is unbelievable and makes for a great day on the water. Thanks for watching.
Considering this boat for salmon trolling on Lake Michigan. How well does it handle waves? I have a Starweld Fusion Pro 20 right now but the wash down hose is weak and it doesn’t drain well when it gets water in it. I liked the Chanel’s and drains in that boat. How well does it clean up? Thanks in advance
It cuts through waves very well. We have been out on 4-6 footers and not a problem. Anything over that we don’t wanna risk. It cleans up very nicely and the floor needs scrubbed every couple weeks.
Really nice walk through, there isn’t a lot info for this boat other than the manufacturer’s “review”. How is the quality of this boat? I currently have a smoker craft big fisherman 16, looking to upgrade to this boat in the future.
Thanks
We have really enjoyed everything about this boat because it is spacious and allows us to have 5 people in the boat while trolling with 12 rods so far. We did not have a problem with it. It has plenty of storage and rod space with a pushed forward console to optimize the room in the back of the boat. The bench seat is removable and you can get it without the back livewell which adds more space if you are looking for that. We actually went and looked at newer ones to see the difference, they are all similar except we noticed that the aluminum for the gunwale at the front is wavy compared to our boat which we didn't care for. Other than that a great boat and rides solid on rough water
What speeds are you seeing with that 150hp Honda? WOT and cruise?
38 mph WOT with factory prop
Too much money for size of boat people are stupid crazy to pay these ridiculous prices
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