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 Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: dallasdawg]
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02/05/16 07:34 PM
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JDJ01
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We got very similar perspective! Sharp lookin bug!
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/05/16 08:03 PM
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Texan Til I Die
TFF Guru
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05 Ranger Z21 - 7/10 05 Merc Verado 250 - 9/10 05 Rangertrail - 10/10 This boat came from the Ranger factory set up for the Verado. They shifted some ballast forward to counterweight that heavy engine, so the top speed takes a big hit. I'm not a go fast guy so that isn't a problem for me, and I think its more than offset by the benefits of running a 4 stroke. Going down the lake at 50 mph you can barely hear the engine, the wind noise is actually louder than the motor. At idle, you can't hear it at all. It sips gas and I have the benefit of having both a hotfoot and a fully functional hand throttle. I can use which ever works best for the conditions at hand.  
"If ever time should come, when vain and aspiring men shall possess the highest seats in Government, our country will stand in need of its experienced patriots to prevent its ruin." - Samuel Adams
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/05/16 08:37 PM
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Rockfisherman
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10/10
1996 Basscat P2
It is 20 years old and still gets me on the water to fish.
Can't be anything but a 10/10
![[Linked Image]](http://i1158.photobucket.com/albums/p611/Rockfisherman/th_Rockfish.jpg) PM me to let me know how it was!
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/05/16 09:32 PM
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Ken A.
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Groovy
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Mine is a 2011 Legend Alpha 211.
On looks I would say a 9.5
On Speed 8.0
On Fishability 8.5 (it's not the one with the wide front deck)
On Ride 9.0
Yam 250 SHO 9.0 (wish they would make a SHO 300)
Overall it is a great boat. If I had to replace it I would go with a new Legend V21 with a Merc 300XS
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/05/16 09:46 PM
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ez_4_u00
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2015 521C 250XS Ride: 9/10 Speed: 10/10 It's not a go fast boat but tops out with a full load at 69.4 and a light load at 74.2 (Winter numbers) ProXS:10/10 Love the motor 102 hours since July, easy on gas and oil. Fit/Finish 10/10 Storage 7/10 There is more storage than the normal person needs, however I do not like the 1 box concept. Deck Space 10/10 Live Wells 0/10 I can not stand the single lid nor the plastic slider lids Trailer 7/10 easy to load however I have a light issue that I can not figure out. If there was no issue with the lights it would be a 10/10. 
Last edited by ez_4_u00; 02/05/16 09:49 PM.
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/05/16 10:02 PM
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Minner Bucket
TFF Celebrity
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2007 Triton 186
Boat- 7/10. Since its 18.5 ft, it's a little rough riding. Has a fantastic hole shot. Lacks on storage.
150 Mercury Opti- 10/10, never an issue
Trailer- EZ loader, enough said
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/05/16 10:09 PM
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Swimbaiter
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2011 ZX 225 225 Yamaha VMax HDPI 2
Boat - 10/10 - Can't think of a single complaint on the boat. Love how it fishes, storage, speed, etc. It's all good.
Motor - 10/10 - Haven't had a single issue out of it.
Trailer - 8/10 - Trailer brake system sucks on it. Had the trailer Rhino-Lined and I like it a lot better now. otherwise I would have rated it about a solid 5.
Blake
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/06/16 02:13 AM
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Skeeter443
Pro Angler
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Pro Angler
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2009 Skeeter 21I. Yamaha 250 HPDI
Boat 9/10- great rough water boat. Very dry ride. Fishes great. Plenty of room.
Motor 9/10- No problems since day 1
Trailer 4/10. Had to replace bunk boards after 2 years.
Realtor-Legacy Real Estate Group-Lake Sam Rayburn lake properties 281-475-6385 Willifordrealestate@yahoo.com www.blastandcast.org
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/06/16 04:23 AM
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roblo101
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2003 sx190 it's a solid little boat, an for that I'll give it a 8
2002 vmax 150, great motor. One fuel pump started leaking, changed them both. Routine maintenance, crank an go!! It gets a 9
2003 ez load trailer, changed the lights, tires and winch, what do you expect being that old, solid trailer. It'll get an 8
Fish Rayburn mostly, at times it can get rough.
Next rig will be 20-21 ft
But all in all, it's been paid for, and it's solid. I usually fish alone, an it's a great older rig.
Skeeter/Yamaha and Love to feel something on the other end!! Lol
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/06/16 04:47 AM
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txmasterpo
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 19 years old....paid 6800 12 years ago from an older guy that said it went to fast...upgraded tm, graphs, keel shield, added rotary steering, jackplate, and worked prop from Steve....all original gauges, switches, pumps, hoses.....motor has been changed to premix and some work done just because .... Boat - 6 ....she hates big waves but fishes great and very stable for me Motor - 10 ....beast.... Runs 55+ GPS Trailer - 5 ...nothing has ever broken except need complete re-wire and lights...has some rust I'm going to give her to my son and find me a 19' boat just for my comfort in big water....
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/06/16 07:23 AM
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Pufferfish
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Outdoorsman
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 2015 Lowe Stinger 175 I've only had her since August so we are still getting to know each other Boat 10/10 (for me) not too big, not too small goes most anywhere plenty of room for two, smooth ride Trailer 9/10 Light..well built, loads/unloads are a breeze, wish it came with a spare. Motor ??? Its just now being broken in but it seems smooth, time will tell on that one!!
A bad day fishing is better than a good day at work.
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: ToadSnatcher14]
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02/06/16 08:28 AM
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Bruce Allen
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My old Bumble Bee. Fishes great and handles fairly rough water good. Looks like s.h...t. Therefore I don't need to spend anytime when I come off the water wiping it down.
A little crowded with two peoples fishing gear for a days worth of tournament fishing. I have no picture. Wouldn't want to break my camera.
Still give it an 7.
Last edited by Bruce Allen; 02/06/16 08:28 AM.
Lake Fork Anglers Every Thursday Daytime Tournaments. Lake Fork Sportsman's Association www.lakeforksa.com/We are VERY PROUD of our Induction into the Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame.
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: Bruce Allen]
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02/06/16 03:58 PM
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Posts: 2,440
Dosser
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Just bought this one last November. 2009 BassCat Pantera Classic As it sits currently: Boat: 8 Needs passenger console for my wife and needs carpet Motor: 9 It is way under propped but I plan to get that changed soon Trailer: 10 When I finish making it the boat I want it to be with all accessories it will be 10's across the board! 
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: Dosser]
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02/06/16 04:00 PM
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Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 9,169
Lee in Texas
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Manufacturer? Model? Just curious God Bless Lee Just bought this one last November. 2009 BassCat Pantera Classic As it sits currently: Boat: 8 Needs passenger console for my wife and needs carpet Motor: 9 It is way under propped but I plan to get that changed soon Trailer: 10 When I finish making it the boat I want it to be with all accessories it will be 10's across the board!
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Re: Let's rank our current boats...1-10 scale
[Re: Texan Til I Die]
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02/06/16 04:03 PM
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Lee in Texas
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Man, for a 2005 rig, that looks new and GREAT ! Pea green with envy.. Nice God Bless Lee 05 Ranger Z21 - 7/10 05 Merc Verado 250 - 9/10 05 Rangertrail - 10/10 This boat came from the Ranger factory set up for the Verado. They shifted some ballast forward to counterweight that heavy engine, so the top speed takes a big hit. I'm not a go fast guy so that isn't a problem for me, and I think its more than offset by the benefits of running a 4 stroke. Going down the lake at 50 mph you can barely hear the engine, the wind noise is actually louder than the motor. At idle, you can't hear it at all. It sips gas and I have the benefit of having both a hotfoot and a fully functional hand throttle. I can use which ever works best for the conditions at hand.
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