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re: Venus bass boats
Posted on 3/20/19 at 8:34 am to DownshiftAndFloorIt
Posted on 3/20/19 at 8:34 am to DownshiftAndFloorIt
at the thought of those trailers in salt water 
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Posted on 3/20/19 at 8:41 am to Janky
I've been waiting to see a carbon fiber hull hit the market. With where the prices are going I dont think itll be too far out.
I personally am still a fan of glass over wood and rolled gunnels. The good ol days when you could get a very seaworthy boat for a reasonable price.
You can get a 34' center console ready to fish for what you can spend on a 20' bass boat from bass pro these days.
I personally am still a fan of glass over wood and rolled gunnels. The good ol days when you could get a very seaworthy boat for a reasonable price.
You can get a 34' center console ready to fish for what you can spend on a 20' bass boat from bass pro these days.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 8:44 am to DownshiftAndFloorIt
Yep, it is getting ridiculous.
However, there are some deals to be found on newer used boats with warranty.
However, there are some deals to be found on newer used boats with warranty.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 8:47 am to Janky
Just save your money and wait for the next economic downturn/slowdown. Baws will be bending over backwards to get out of those monthly loan payments and dealership will be bending over backwards to get anyone with cash in the door.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:14 am to gamatt53
Checked out the website.
Pretty sure I don't need a fishing boat that requires you to wear a helmet.
Pretty sure I don't need a fishing boat that requires you to wear a helmet.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:22 am to TigerBait1971
Probably just wearing it for wind/cold
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:37 am to Citica8
So it's a boat for pussies?
JK
JK
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:39 am to TigerBait1971
I think those are cigarette boats
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:47 am to Citica8
Wonder what the weight is...
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:52 am to Hebed118
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Wonder what the weight is...
That is an odd thing to leave off of the specs page.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 10:30 am to DownshiftAndFloorIt
YF already has a carbon fiber option but it's an upcharge Barker Boat Works had one but i believe they are going out of bidness. Never underestimate the gullibleness of the general public to purchase the latest and greatest just because.
Barker Boat Works had one but i believe they are going out of bidness. Never underestimate the gullibleness of the general public to purchase the latest and greatest just because.Posted on 3/20/19 at 11:17 am to Janky
Agree with Janky
I have a habitual problem of looking at used boat classifieds daily.
Im looking for a "fixer upper" bass boat.
It seems prices for 20 plus foot fiberglass bass boats hardly ever go below $10,000 (Im talking 1995's with blown powerheads even)
5-10 yr old boats fall into the $25000 - $45000 range.
I have a habitual problem of looking at used boat classifieds daily.
Im looking for a "fixer upper" bass boat.
It seems prices for 20 plus foot fiberglass bass boats hardly ever go below $10,000 (Im talking 1995's with blown powerheads even)
5-10 yr old boats fall into the $25000 - $45000 range.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 11:25 am to good_2_geaux
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It seems prices for 20 plus foot fiberglass bass boats hardly ever go below $10,000 (Im talking 1995's with blown powerheads even)
I know of two different guys selling two beautiful fiberglass bass boats for 20k or less. One is a Ranger, and one is a Legend. Not sure the exact length, but I know they frequent Toledo Bend, so they must be plenty big.
ETA: One of my best friends bought a 2005 Ranger last year in perfect condition for about 15k.
This post was edited on 3/20/19 at 11:29 am
Posted on 3/20/19 at 11:36 am to Homey the Clown
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Wonder what the weight is?
Well I asked 3 different reps at the Classic this weekend and they all dodged the question and showed me something else that was bling on da boat
Posted on 3/20/19 at 11:43 am to happy hour 2
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Well I asked 3 different reps at the Classic this weekend and they all dodged the question and showed me something else that was bling on da boat
HH2: How much does it weigh?
Rep: Have I showed you the bedazzled key chain?
HH2: How much does it weigh?
Rep: And check out this revolutionary cup holder. Have you ever seen a round cupholder before? It is game changer. I mean it is the deal.
HH2: How much does it weigh?
Rep: Yes, tires comes standard on the trailer.
This post was edited on 3/20/19 at 11:44 am
Posted on 3/20/19 at 6:12 pm to Janky
Not sure why they would dodge the weight. Heavy = ride good. Fast = allison/bullet. Theres no way that it is THAT much fatter than a well built glass boat.
Eta: if it is heavier, it's the first aluminum boat I've ever heard of that's heavier than a comparable glass rig
This post was edited on 3/20/19 at 9:15 pm
Posted on 3/20/19 at 8:59 pm to NewIberiaHaircut
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You sure seem to have an issue with “glitter boats”.
Frick your glitter boat. It makes you look like a lambo owner... only on the water. If you are a real fishermen in a boat that looks like womens makeup... you have been swindled. I've seen far too many glitter boats zooming around... making a few casts, looking at electronics and then zooming off again to take them seriously. 9 out of 10 "glitter" boats are driven by people that have no idea how to catch fish. They drive around in fancy boats expecting the fish to jump in like hoes jump in a fancy car.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:32 pm to Janky
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Do you plan to saltwater fish in that vessel? Tell us more about what you ordered. I am genuinely curious not that I could buy one but curious.
Primarily will fish Venice but will also spend some time with it fishing Chef/Lake Pontchartrain. I met Randy & Greg Hooper and they talked me into it after showing me all of the features in it on when we were flying to Chicago. They talked me into flying up to their facility in Arkansas to check out the new design and the boat was really well designed and then this sucker wrote a check.
I'm putting a 300 Pro XS on the back but I added a little larger fuel tank so its 70 gallons instead of 58 just because of the distances I like to travel sometimes without having to go back to the marina for gas. I like the 22 ft length. The airwave seating was really nice and very comfortable. Lot of LED lights in it too. All of the bolts/screws/etc. are stainless steel and other corrosion proof metals.
The storage space and access hatches are spectacular. It has a ton of room and is well thought out. Look forward to getting in a few months.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:42 pm to porkrind
And there it is. Didn't even have to soak the hook for a full day. Congratulations on showing your true feelings.
Posted on 3/20/19 at 9:48 pm to NewIberiaHaircut
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And there it is. Didn't even have to soak the hook for a full day. Congratulations on showing your true feelings.
Your welcome Mr glitter boat/seadoo/pleasure boater that annoys all the people actually catching fish
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Didn't even have to soak the hook for a full day.
Sounds like that is what you are use to doing
This post was edited on 3/20/19 at 9:51 pm
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