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Help with a decision!
Posted on 5/6/24 at 2:24 pm
Posted on 5/6/24 at 2:24 pm
I currently own a Nitro Z20 and the wife has given permission to find a new boat. Ours is a 17 and just recently had to replace all batteries in it. Wanted to switch to lithium, but the conversation of a new boat came up. So just went with standard agm.
My point of conflict is whether to go with another fiberglass bass boat, current favorite is Vexus VX20, or go with a center console. I kid of like the Xpress X23b lounge. Comes with a 250 sho that tops out around 60.
We live in central Mississippi and most of my fishing is in local lakes for bass. But we love going to the coast and getting on the water there, but we always have to use a friend's boat for that. I wouldn't dare put the bass boat in saltwater.
So can the Xpress really be a do all boat for what I want? I get in some skinny water from time to time going after bass, is it too big of a boat for a place like Bussey? Really just conflicted over which type to get!
My point of conflict is whether to go with another fiberglass bass boat, current favorite is Vexus VX20, or go with a center console. I kid of like the Xpress X23b lounge. Comes with a 250 sho that tops out around 60.
We live in central Mississippi and most of my fishing is in local lakes for bass. But we love going to the coast and getting on the water there, but we always have to use a friend's boat for that. I wouldn't dare put the bass boat in saltwater.
So can the Xpress really be a do all boat for what I want? I get in some skinny water from time to time going after bass, is it too big of a boat for a place like Bussey? Really just conflicted over which type to get!
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Posted on 5/6/24 at 3:00 pm to saintkenn
What don’t you like about the boat you have?
What’s wrong with a bass boat in saltwater?
I don’t know much about bass boats, which is why I ask. If it were me, I’d want an xpress, but I fish mostly saltwater, but I’d use it in fresh quite a bit as well.
What’s wrong with a bass boat in saltwater?
I don’t know much about bass boats, which is why I ask. If it were me, I’d want an xpress, but I fish mostly saltwater, but I’d use it in fresh quite a bit as well.
This post was edited on 5/6/24 at 3:02 pm
Posted on 5/6/24 at 3:07 pm to saintkenn
[quote]We live in central Mississippi and most of my fishing is in local lakes for bass. But we love going to the coast and getting on the water there, but we always have to use a friend's boat for that. I wouldn't dare put the bass boat in saltwater.[/quote]
Why? All outboards are salt water capable today, the only issue will be a trolling motor that is not salt water capable. Most bass boats have a similar hull to most bay boats. The only issue on the boat will be a non-saltwater model trolling motor and of course a painted or galvanized trailer. Some fresh water rinsing will alleviate the latter...especially if it is done quickly and the trailer isn't used regularly. There is nought that can be done about the trolling motor...it won't last long in saltwater unless its designed to do so. Everything else ought to be fine.
Why? All outboards are salt water capable today, the only issue will be a trolling motor that is not salt water capable. Most bass boats have a similar hull to most bay boats. The only issue on the boat will be a non-saltwater model trolling motor and of course a painted or galvanized trailer. Some fresh water rinsing will alleviate the latter...especially if it is done quickly and the trailer isn't used regularly. There is nought that can be done about the trolling motor...it won't last long in saltwater unless its designed to do so. Everything else ought to be fine.
Posted on 5/6/24 at 3:46 pm to saintkenn
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But we love going to the coast and getting on the water there
Are you going out to the islands off the coast or staying in the bays?
If you’re frequenting the islands I’d recommend a fiberglass boat at least 18-20ft. Really something 24ft would be preferred.
Buy something that fits intended use 80% of the time.
Posted on 5/6/24 at 3:52 pm to saintkenn
If it were me, I'd buy a fiberglass bay boat in a heartbeat in your situation.
A bay boat won't do anything great but they do a lot of stuff very well. You're seeing a lot more bay boats on freshwater rivers now. That was never the case even 10yrs ago.
If you have a bay boat you will find yourself going to the coast and fishing more often.
That being said, I only have 2 jon boats on my private lake, so, take that suggestion with a grain of salt.
A bay boat won't do anything great but they do a lot of stuff very well. You're seeing a lot more bay boats on freshwater rivers now. That was never the case even 10yrs ago.
If you have a bay boat you will find yourself going to the coast and fishing more often.
That being said, I only have 2 jon boats on my private lake, so, take that suggestion with a grain of salt.
This post was edited on 5/6/24 at 3:55 pm
Posted on 5/6/24 at 3:58 pm to saintkenn
Better hurry before she changes her mind.......
Posted on 5/6/24 at 5:08 pm to saintkenn
Vexus has a cc boat ya know.
Not an express fan, parked next to a Vexus at dealer and they look sharp, good lines/paint/attention to detail. BB have to more comfortable than sitting on the floor.
Not an express fan, parked next to a Vexus at dealer and they look sharp, good lines/paint/attention to detail. BB have to more comfortable than sitting on the floor.
Posted on 5/6/24 at 7:48 pm to saintkenn
What’s your budget?
Posted on 5/7/24 at 1:18 am to saintkenn
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is it too big of a boat for a place like Bussey?
I fished bussey a few times this year and it’s not a place I would want to fish in a big boat. I have an 18’ flat bottom with a tiller handle and I wouldn’t want anything bigger there. There’s so many logs, stumps and trees in the water it’s basically an obstacle course trying to troll around.
A buddy of mine used to have an 18-19’ ranger CC and he ordered a shorter windshield that put his console barely taller than his motor so he could get under bridges and limbs and stuff. He mainly used it for bass fishing. So it can be done. It just wouldn’t be the best boat for bussey.
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