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Hey guys,
I am looking for a little insight on what boat to get. This will probably be my last boat for a long while and I can't afford to miss on this one. Preferably 2014 or newer models..
Skeeter ZX200
Nitro Z19
Triton 19 TRX
Stratos 294 Evolution
Phoenix 819
They all have pros and cons to me, but I figured I would open it up to the floor to try and get some different perspective or personal experience
Thanks
I would add Charger and Basscat to that list if you plan on keeping the boat 10 plus years. Blazer also had a new boat that was a 19 footer with a nice deck layout.
Love the 294s
what specifically about 294's? the ride? layout? handling?
what specifically about 294's? the ride? layout? handling?Quote:
Originally Posted by Les Young
The Ranger Z518c (18'9") and the Z519c (19'6") shouldn't be overlooked. I definitely prefer my Z518 to the ZX200 I had before.
Get a Nitro, we're faster than those Bullet boats! :laugh:Quote:
Originally Posted by RevoElite7
Honestly there's great boats to check out by every make. I'll speak about Nitro as i own a Z18. Love my boat, fit the budget when i purchased and has been great to me in every way. Fishes bigger than an 18', tons of storage, build quality is solid, gets up on plane very nicely with the 175 merc, just overall everything i wanted. Pulls very easily as well. If i could do it again i would of went with the Z19, mainly for the 200 merc. If you can afford it, go with the bigger boat.
Whatever boat you end up with, congrats and post pics.
I was looking at Z518's but the livewell size killed it for me...24 gallons total. Hard to see 10 fish fitting in there.
Charger 186 w/175
Fishes and handles rough water like a bigger boat, mid 60's speed, more storage then you need, and small enough to fit in most gurages.
Love my ZX200. Rides great, looks good and has plenty of deck and storage space. Only draw back which is minor is Skeeter doesn't offer as many factory options as the other brands but for the price you get a lot of boat.
they're all good boats:thumb up2:Quote:
Originally Posted by RevoElite7
I would look into a Bass Cat Pantera 2, Bass Cat Pantera Classic or even a Bass Cat Caracal. I just bought my first Bass Cat. I have owned a Nitro, Triton and Skeeter. I am blown away with Bass Cats customer service and quality. The personalized hand written thank you letter from Rick Pierce and owners Jacket are a nice touch as well.
Pantera IV was made until 2016 also. Fishes and rides much bigger than its length and still touches 70 mph with a 200. Some searches on the Bass Cat boards will fill you in on that hull's reputation.Quote:
Originally Posted by TritonBrad
Charger also has the new 198 Elite (Champion 198 hull/Charger cap) coming out soon....maybe. With a new Merc 225 V8 it should be outstanding performance.
phoenix 719 has been great to me
Depends on your budget. A ZX200/Z19/619/819/Pantera II/Charger 296 are all 200hp rated 19' boats. ZX225/719/919/Caracal/Z519C/198 Elite/396 are all 225hp rated. They will be faster for sure. I'm partial to the Phoenix. Also, if your budget allows you to look at new boats, consider the Falcon 195 in there as well.
If I were going with a Charger in the 19’ range I’d go with the 195 or 296 since you can get them with a single console where the 186 is only available in dualQuote:
Originally Posted by jarhead175
I went with a nitro z7 4 years ago, still like it. I'll probably go with a basscat pantera when I replace this one.
BassCat Caracal.
Lots of good boats in the 19 foot range. Honestly, the only way you'll find that perfect one is to crawl around in each one. They will all have pluses and minuses. I've got a Phoenix 819 and I like it a lot. I'm a skeeter fan also. Basscat also makes an excellent boat. I like Nitro too but I've never rode in one.