Like the title says. I would like to see a heads up comparison of the models of the two brands using same brand and h.p. of engine.
Both are really nice looking boats and I think the shoot out would interest a lot of bass boaters.
What say ye BBC?
Like the title says. I would like to see a heads up comparison of the models of the two brands using same brand and h.p. of engine.
Both are really nice looking boats and I think the shoot out would interest a lot of bass boaters.
What say ye BBC?
I have not seen a Caymas in person yet but seeing pics the size of the front deck stands out to me. Ballistic looks like a aircraft carrier. For around 65k w/250 on the back not sure how anyone could buy a new boat without test driving one. I have been semi brand loyal but I'm pretty sure Ballistic will be my next boat.
Speed - Ballistic
Looks - Ballistic
Layout - Caymas
Creature comforts - Caymas
Dealer support - Caymas
Innovation - Ballistic
Fishability - push
Price - push
Overall - push (I am considering both)
only problem I see with the Ballistic is the location of the factory. If a southern boy has problems it could be a pain getting the boat back and forth. If I were boat shopping the Ballistic would be at the top of the list.
There’s no use being stupid if you’re not willing to show it off.
I’m interested in ballistic as well,who has a 223 within 4-5 hours of Okc,ok I could take a look at?
Falconpilot has one in south central arkansas
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Two different boat...Two different customers... Both look like quality products though... Dan
Yep both great boats but totally different. Almost like comparing Bullet vs Ranger.
Thanks,I will give Steve a call
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I've had the privilege of driving a Ballistic 223 and spending some time looking it over. They are very impressive boats. Well laid out, aircraft carrier front deck, excellent handling, overall a very nice boat.
I haven't been able to drive the Caymas yet but I have spend some in, on, and playing with everything in one. JMHO these boats are built for 2 different markets. Definitely not apples to apples.
The Caymas(like the Ballistic) is very well laid out, great fit and finish, and grest looks.
I lean a little more toward the Ballistic due to its its overall size and speed capability.
Both boats are awesome adds to our boat market.
I wouldn't overlook either of them if your in the new bass boat market.
Go Gators!
going after two different markets would bet there are more caymas sold next year than ballistic has built since they started.
A lot of BBC guys have been going ballistic before the boat was ever thought of.
From the comments I am guessing that Ballistic would land in the Allison/Bullet camp and Caymas in the Triton/Stratos camp?
If so the 4 boats I have owned and liked best were: Allison 2003XB, Bullet 20XD, Bullet 21XD, and Allison 2002 XB so I would probably choose Ballistic without knowing any more than has been quoted here.
Will be interesting to learn more about each brand as more information is available.
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ScottW....I’m in central Arkansas...I’d be glad to get together with you anytime. 870-230-2350
As far as any warranty issues..Jim Wells is a great man to deal with and takes care of every custom. Dealers are getting in line and as they do so, any warranty issues will be easily addressed.
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i saw a Caymas for the first time this past weekend in our ABA tourney. Absolutely stunning boat. So much so that I followed the owner into a gas station to get a better look at it. Probably the best looking boat as far as fit and finish that I have seen. It was a 21' and the owner said he could get around 72 (250 merc) out of it. It was the roughest day on the water I have ever had, with at least 4' rollers coming over the bow into the boat. guy says he ran 60 and the passenger had his arms folded.... Don't know if I'm buying that since I never got over 30 in my cougar. Never the less I was impressed. Back pad looks like a skeeter
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i'd take either.