721 will be faster than the Triton. You don't get the HP hull in anything under the 21 TrX.
721 will be faster than the Triton. You don't get the HP hull in anything under the 21 TrX.
The Triton is a couple of inches wider at the seat pedestal than a 721, and a couple of inches narrower than the 920. The 721 has a longer deck than either of the other two.
That triton xs hull is $$ in rough water, but the 721 is faster. A good dealer nearby is priority number one, but after that, consider what and how you fish as well. Then it's your preference. I rode in a lot of boats and this one is a toss up for me. Good luck, and I wouldn't worry about the Triton issues. There's about 250 Triton owners right now who are super pleased with their customer service after a problem was caught. I feel like some of the major issues came from the JM purchase and the transitional phase of moving to a new factory, but that the quality is coming back. Hard to say if that is true yet, just an impression now.
2021 Caymas CX21/Mercury 250 Pro XS
I'm a bit biased, because I've been told that the closest in ride and handling to a Champion is a Phoenix, and I have a Champ. For me personally, the biggest thing I don't like about the Triton is what some people really like - the single large lid in the middle. I'd rather have 2 lids. Most of it is personal preference.
2001 Champion 187 Yamaha 175
12' Talons, Lithiums and Garmins
All pulled by a Hemi
I think the Tritons have gotten their issue figured out.
1990 481V
2005 195VS Intracoastal (Redfish Edition)
2015 119C
Love my Ranger Boats
On my short list - Phoenix, ranger and basscat... I think the 721 is a great package.
Phoenix
I demoed pretty much every 20ft boat made before buying my 920. I don't agree that triton has quality issues lately. I actually think the trx is my favorite boat they've made. That being said, I would chose the phoenix over them all day. Out of all the boats I demoed the legend v20 was my favorite. Once I factored in price the phoenix became the winner by a longshot.
Can't go wrong with either. The Phoenix will have better resale due to the damand right now for them IMO.
I have had a 721 for 4 years, love it. Never owned a Triton but rode in a 20TRX last year on Toledo as a co, not sure whether it was the boat or the driver, but he beat the crap out of me.
I fish alone a lot and feel safe in my 721, front deck size has never bothered me, storage out the wazoo, and the package deals are pretty sweet.
Both good boats, but I am a little biased!
2021 Phoenix 819 - Mercury 200 Pro XS - Ser No 2B779353
Ultrex/Humminbird Helix 12 SI Mega/Helix 10 Mega DI/Mega 360
Garmin 1022 with LVS34
It's a toss up between these two. Fit and finish is pretty much equal. Almost everything is equal. You'll just have to decide if you prefer the speed/ride afforded via the narrow front deck of the Phoenix, or the additional fishing comfort provided via the wide front deck of the Triton. It's just a form factor thing.
Both are good brands but triton will be gone soon wink wink. I have no assets with pheonix but they appear to be selling a ton of boats.
2013 Skeeter ZX20, 250 SHO
26 pitch Turbo FXP
welp, after this weekend i have made my mind up...
Phoenix will be the way I go. will either be a 721or 920...