I have always been a Ranger man. I went to a local Skeeter dealer this past weekend just to look around. I saw a ZX225 that I loved. It might be enough to convert me to Skeeter, but I have some questions first..

I have owned 4 Ranger boats. Everyone that I have ever purchased has always kept that "show room" shine. Granted I take really good care of my boats. I am curious to how Skeeters finish stacks up to every other brand. Does it easily oxidize? How many coats of gel coat do they apply? Does the ZX225 handle well? What is top end with a 225 Yamaha HPDI? The trailers look pretty standard. How is the quality of the tandem axle trailers?

Any and all info would be greatly appreciated. Especially about the finish of the boat. I know I can go to the dealer for a test ride to answer my other questions, but the finish after several years is what I won't be able to get from a test ride.

Thank you in advance.