Bass Cat P2 VS Skeeter ZX 200

[ColdSVT]

I honestly dont think you csn wrong with either one
Both are fine rigs!
Which dealer is closer?

[ColdSVT]

The Skeeter already has 2 Helix 7 units. The Ultrex upgrade is roughly an additional $1500. That still leaves over $3500 difference. To many peopke that is a decent chunk of change.


As I pointed out I think either boat would be a great choice. I bettve OP would be happy no matter which he chooses.

i upgraded the maxxum 80 to ultrex before i took delivery for 1100...my ultrex is just the 80 with link and ducer

[NoZero]

I've fished a skeeter, and own a Classic.

I was in the Skeeter with a guide - got spray a lot - and it wasn't that choppy.


The Bass Cat is dry, with a fantastic ride, and it feels like you've hit the afterburners when it lifts on pad. I believe the P2 hull and the Classic hull are kissing cousins.


I can't remember what the skeeter was, but it did have less roll when on the trolling motor. If you fish alone, you won't care!

[Mark Perry]

i upgraded the maxxum 80 to ultrex before i took delivery for 1100...my ultrex is just the 80 with link and ducer

Yep....some dealers order all their ZX200 and above with the Ultrex and do not charge the difference.

[ColdSVT]

Yep....some dealers order all their ZX200 and above with the Ultrex and do not charge the difference.

I know my dealer had every 200,225 and 250 with Ultrex on them

Had to upgrade my zx150 lol

[Mark Perry]

I know my dealer had every 200,225 and 250 with Ultrex on them

Had to upgrade my zx150 lol

Those ZX150's are sharp. You got yourself a good rig.

[rayburnrat]

Must say that with my old PII you do have to learn how to set them down so you don't get water on the back deck. No big deal. But you never get water over the front deck.

[Kb444fishing]

Seems like when it goes bad with skeeter it goes bad. Probably only hear about the bad ones though.

[Cbump]

I messed up buying my Vexus and not this package:

https://www.basscat.com/basscat/prom...pecial-package

[WStorey]

I messed up buying my Vexus and not this package:

https://www.basscat.com/basscat/prom...pecial-package

I believe that package is new for 2021.

[LewStulePH.D.]

Anything that I am missing? Appreciate all input.

I have a Ranger™ so....

Just kidding, enjoy whichever You get hoodwinked into buying

[Cajunhunter67]

The Skeeter ZX200 will be about $5000 less.

https://www.skeeterboats.com/Skeeter-Boat.php?id=100

Add another Helix, Trailer step pole, fiberglass fenders, Ultrex TM, Complete S/S latches ($60.00 a piece) v/s plastic bodied latches. the ability to pick more than 8 color combos....the PII price is right on par with the Skeeter.

Both are great deals.

Don

[PMantle]

Agree somewhat, mostly old looking, 1980’s.......

It's really amazing how many times you've made similar comments. I can't imagine having it in for a product I don't use :lol:

[rds_nc]

Another old thread?

[Crankin]

I'm a big 19' owner and fan. I'm a Ranger guy who has owned Skeeter's and loved the layout. Cats are well made boats but storage in my opinion isn't current. If I were pulling the trigger on a new 19' ride I'm absolutely going to put the Phoenix 919 Pro XP into the mix. I just spent a few hours going over this boat at my local dealership and wow !!!

Best of luck

[basscat tyler]

Did we find out what the OP ended up with

[waknbass]

P2 was probably the best boat I ever had. I have a 21' skeeter now but that P2 was a fun boat.

[krindgen]

After watching Ken Smith's videos I'd go BCB just to say I dealt with Rick Pierce. I do really like the looks of the Bugs though.

[basscat tyler]

I do like the the looks of the Zx200. I prefer two separate boxes in the middle of the front deck as opposed to one large lid. I don’t like getting off the front deck to get to tackle I use a lot. I guess the Skeeter remedies that with the day boxes which are really nice. Both the P2 and Zx200 would be sweet boats. Both would be great to run the small rivers and backwaters if the upper Mississippi.

[Mcjenson]

Did we find out what the OP ended up with

In honor of easter this thread got resurrected.