Guys, thinking of downsizing. Who all makes a great sub 20 footer? Let’s hear your thoughts and why? I’ve been viewing the BCB Classic, ZX200, Z518 and 519, what else is there and give your opinions on those as well. Thx friends
Guys, thinking of downsizing. Who all makes a great sub 20 footer? Let’s hear your thoughts and why? I’ve been viewing the BCB Classic, ZX200, Z518 and 519, what else is there and give your opinions on those as well. Thx friends
195 Falcon, 919 phoenix, Triton
I’d agree with the above. Also, since you’re downsizing I’d consider an Xpress X19 or Vexus 1980 aluminum.Originally Posted by jimsch
How do those tin rigs run in big water? The xpress look nice.
BassCat Classic or Pantera.
Stratos 295 ProXL would be a good choice if you were ok with used.
2000 Javelin Renegade 20 DC.
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Love my Z518, but if going bigger the Triton 19 TRX is a good option, as is the Skeeter ZX200.
Love my Z119c Ranger......not for everyone though....
https://www.basscat.com/boats/page/1/caracal best sub 20 footer available
or vexus 2080 if tin ok?
2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
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I would have to agree with mactlman the caracal in ride,room storage,and performance is very hard to beat.
Agree. The 519 I have performs like a much bigger boat. Very quick, maneuverable, and stable.
John Clark — Findlay, Ohio
I have been very happy with my 519/119 Ranger
Dan Beck
2013 Ranger Z119/SHO 200
Been very happy with my pantera classic. Plenty of storage for me and it is a very fast boat for its size.
Phoenix 819 w/200 or 919 w/225.....
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2014 Phoenix 619 Pro / 2014 Mercury 200 Pro XS
It depends on your needs and budget.
If budget isn't an issue, than the BCB Caracal is the ultimate 19 footer with the 225Hp engine.
If your looking for a wide deck and performance but need to stay within a fixed budget, The Pantera Classic or Phoenix would be my choices.
2016 BassCat Pantera II
Mercury 200 ProXs
Down size why? What is the constraint driving the smaller boat?
2012 Ranger Z519 Comanche - Merc. 225 Pro XS - 24 Razor 4 XL/25 Tempest Plus
My boy will fish in college and thinking of logistics around that. He can’t afford the fuel for my current rig and who knows what parking options will look like so I’m just think ahead some I guess. Thx
The Caracal is probably my favorite boat on the market too guys but wanted to see similar offerings. The z519 and the trx19 look nice as well and I’m curious to go see a zx200 at a local dealer to see how the build looks compared to my current Puma.
Charger 198 elite. Best ride. Proven Champion hull
I would add the Caracal to that list. That is a wide 19.8 inch boat.
Brad Krone
I had a 06 519 Ranger
Now in a 08 199 Legend
Legend is better in rough water but the Ranger had a bigger front deck and a little more storage
overall I like the Legend better
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