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 Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Ranger1]
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12/08/17 08:45 PM
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Okie Poke
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/08/17 08:49 PM
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TwoLakes
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I personally don't think it matters one bit which new 70K bass boat you purchase. You're going to absolutely love it. If speed is your primary factor get the fast boat. People will argue minor details on here all day long. Whatever boat they are driving will be the best.  Just go and demo the Skeeter and Phoenix at Fun N Sun and get the one you like best.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/08/17 08:55 PM
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Ken A.
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May want to: Im needing info on which is a better boat and motor these days.
Which model:
1. Phoenix 920XP or 921XP with a Mercury PROXS 250
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2. Skeeter FX21 with a Yamaha SHO 250
3. Hold off and see what the Vexus looks like.
Last edited by Ken A.; 12/08/17 08:59 PM.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/08/17 08:56 PM
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Txduckhunter
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I just want to know if you dump both of them at the ramp unattended............do their rubrails match up?
To the OP, with the number of guys that jumped from Skeeter to Phoenix this year, I'm sure you could find someone to go on a demo ride with if you ask around.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/08/17 08:57 PM
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bigbass94
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They're quite expensive i agree so thats why i ask cause i want to make sure that my money is spent wisely. lol
I have owned several ZX250 and a ZX225 but not a Phoenix. I dont see very many used Phoenix boats for sale compared to skeeter but that could be because the market is flooded with skeeters vs Phoenix idk. So any input is very much appreciated. My biggest concern is the rocking back n forth like champions did when the guy in the back moved from one side to another. Neither the Phoenix, nor the Skeeter will rock back and forth like a Champion. Not even close.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Okie Poke]
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12/08/17 09:07 PM
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Frank the Tank
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When running into/against a crosswind, you'll get beat to hell in a Skeeter. I guess it's their flat sides, but I do not care for the way any Skeeters handle. They are "easy" to drive but under several circumstances they will beat you up! I'll put my 10year old Skeeter up against any other 20ft boat on the market for rough water, crosswind, or whatever you got. I agree. Tritons are terrible. Very poor.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/08/17 09:31 PM
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JC Skeeter
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I own a pretty fancy paddle boat, even has a bimini top! I have a skeeter emblem on one side and a phoenix on the other. To this day, no one has been able to out peddle me on the skeeter side. Hope this level of detail helps.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/08/17 09:39 PM
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dlwfish
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Last year I was on the fence... FX21 or 921
The FX21 fit my wants and needs better so thats what I went with...
Ive been pretty pleased but Im sure the 921 would have been a good rig too.
Layout, ride & SHO sealed the deal.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Txduckhunter]
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12/08/17 09:41 PM
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Walls
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I just want to know if you dump both of them at the ramp unattended............do their rubrails match up?. Bravo to you sir!! You win this thread. 
Last edited by 5X3Phoenix; 12/08/17 09:42 PM.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/08/17 10:51 PM
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Tidwell77
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Some good comments and even some funny, i like it.
Now what is it that you specifically like about the one you have or wish yours had that the other doesn't. I know we all have bought a boat before and then later wished it had this or it did that. Thats what i wanna know cause i know the hulls have changed since my last 08 ZX250 and the layout of the skeeters has changed a bit. Keep'em coming cause im relying on yall for details and i will get a demo in them both as well.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Txduckhunter]
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12/08/17 11:15 PM
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lucky55
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[quote=Txduckhunter]I just want to know if you dump both of them at the ramp unattended............do their rubrails match up? 
2021 SKEETER ZXR-21
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/09/17 12:24 AM
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Chris_K
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When I win the lottery, Im getting a 921 with etec G2..
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/09/17 06:59 PM
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R.J.E.
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Bassmaster magazine had the Phoenix 721 Pro XP for $56,995.00 and the FX 21 for $68,995.00. Both are too rich for my blood.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/09/17 09:51 PM
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GIG'EM AGGIES
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I think the 921 Pro XP is right there with the FX21, maybe even a little higher. Doubt you could go wrong with either but based on current experience I will only own a SHO. Quietest, most efficient and dependable outboard I have ever owned.
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Re: Which is a better Boat / Motor combo?
[Re: Tidwell77]
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12/09/17 11:39 PM
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361V
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I will put my Ranger 521 up against.....oh y'all weren't talking to me were you? :-)
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