Roy
2020 Triton 18 Trx
Mercury 200 Pro XS V8
Bravo FS 24P Prop
Atlas 6” jp
Dual Humminbird Helix 10 MEGA SI
Minnkota Ultrex.
RT188 Merc 115
2016 220 Excel Bay Pro, 200 SHO, Riptide Ulterra ,12' Talon,Raymarine A9,Lowrance HDS 8
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Last edited by ciasurv; 01-27-2016 at 10:41 AM.
Have an adventure everyday !
2006 PT 175 TX 60 HP.
Ozark Angler
2014 Ranger RT188
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Thanks ! I have a 54 qt cooler that slides in that space & ties down and extends the deck back , there are 3 rod holders on each side of the console and 4 rocket launchers on the back of the seat. Looked at "T" top but it took up floor space on each side of console and was afraid it would hamper back seat man casting if fishing got wild. The Talon is already an obstacle to deal with. Settled for a Bimini top that quick detaches...
I've had the same thoughts myself on the t-top. Casting interference, etc. And how effective is it really for shading, trolling with rods or holding rods in rough water, towing resistance in the wind, etc. I think you made the right call.
I'm still reluctant to give up a large front deck. I may get there eventually.
This is definitely a sweet ride.
Ozark Angler
2014 Ranger RT188
(has left the forum)
Yep , the deck space was an issue , may still be. Ive had a Triton TR-21 new in 2000 and a 21X new in 07 . Sold the TR and sold the 21X to son.
Hope I don't regret the move but seemed to fit around better.
Splitting time now chasing bass with trips to Charleston & Everglades chasing snook,reds & tarpon. I think that the salt fish may win out. A crazy
snook can spool you pretty quik if you can keep him out of the mangroves.
I've caught 4 tarpon. All between 60 and 100lbs. Love em'!! And yep, snook and reds are a blast. Makes bass fishing seem like crappie fishing. Lol
Ozark Angler
2014 Ranger RT188
(has left the forum)
Last edited by jvWarrior; 01-31-2016 at 12:17 PM.
Nice Boat. I would look for a good Merc OptiMax 75 and put it on there. Big difference in those two motors and you will get plenty of speed out of it. I think a 90 would be way to much motor for that boat. Still that boat sure was a nice boat when Triton brought it out.
Eat, Sleep, Hunt & Fish
2010 Tracker Tournament V18 18' 3"
Mercury 115 ProXS 4Stroke Mercury Spitfire X7 Prop 21P
Minn Kota 80lb Thrust Ultrex.
6 inch CMC Pro Hi-Jacker
Humminbird Helix 10 DI G4N W/FFS @ Bow
Humminbird Helix 9 DI G4N @ Bow
Humminbird Helix 9 SI G4N @ Console
Smartcraft Merc Monitor (Basic)
New 2015 Crestliner VT17 w/ 75 hp 4 stroke
Just got the first 3 hours of break in done....GPS 35 mph at 4800 rpm... didn't want to push it too much just yet.
Last edited by one-over-par; 03-10-2016 at 09:12 PM.
Sweet!
Have an adventure everyday !
2006 PT 175 TX 60 HP.
Nicen, Really Sharp looking !
That is an exceptionally good looking rig.
2005 Crestliner Fishhawk 1850 with a 150 Mercury Optimax
Have an adventure everyday !
2006 PT 175 TX 60 HP.