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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Minner Bucket] #14076898 07/29/21 12:41 PM
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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Minner Bucket] #14076925 07/29/21 01:05 PM
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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Jman] #14077060 07/29/21 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Jman
I’m a fan of the brand. But they are or have been until recently using the same damn glovebox since the 80s. I'm sure the boys in Mountain Home are like, well if ain't broke, don't fix it. But it is really ugly and they've gotten over 20 yrs of good use out of that plastic mold - time to update the look fellas.

And that triangle on the back deck where the motor vitals are connected needs to be squared off. It is a tripping hazard especially with sandals. I’m speaking from a non boater standpoint obviously.

I might add same with the hinge pins on the back deck - I like that the entire cover can lay over flat and you can even remove it. However, having raised hinge pins is a hazard on the back deck. And forget about fishing in bare feet because you won't want to step on one after 11 am. They need to come up with a different design for those two areas of concern in my opinion.

But I do like the product but they’ve never asked me to participate in a round table on product development unfortunately.


The things that you are posting as negatives actually have me thinking this is going to be my brand. I see the ability to access pumps and batteries easily as someone who actually fishes and has had old boats thinking about the things that go out a few years down the road. I have to stand on my head to do anything to my current boat, I really appreciate those simple and thoughtful features on this boat.


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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Minner Bucket] #14077065 07/29/21 02:44 PM
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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Bass Buster1] #14077082 07/29/21 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Bass Buster1
Originally Posted by Jman
I’m a fan of the brand. But they are or have been until recently using the same damn glovebox since the 80s. I'm sure the boys in Mountain Home are like, well if ain't broke, don't fix it. But it is really ugly and they've gotten over 20 yrs of good use out of that plastic mold - time to update the look fellas.

And that triangle on the back deck where the motor vitals are connected needs to be squared off. It is a tripping hazard especially with sandals. I’m speaking from a non boater standpoint obviously.

I might add same with the hinge pins on the back deck - I like that the entire cover can lay over flat and you can even remove it. However, having raised hinge pins is a hazard on the back deck. And forget about fishing in bare feet because you won't want to step on one after 11 am. They need to come up with a different design for those two areas of concern in my opinion.

But I do like the product but they’ve never asked me to participate in a round table on product development unfortunately.


The things that you are posting as negatives actually have me thinking this is going to be my brand. I see the ability to access pumps and batteries easily as someone who actually fishes and has had old boats thinking about the things that go out a few years down the road. I have to stand on my head to do anything to my current boat, I really appreciate those simple and thoughtful features on this boat.

They are good features but they could use some reworking. My dad fishes with me a lot and he would trip all over the hinges. Plus there's a big fiberglass brace right over the pump section of the bilge. Don't get me wrong, I'm out on buying a new boat, so I'm not their target. This would be the only cat I would get though, it's the only one that I've really ever liked

Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Minner Bucket] #14077116 07/29/21 03:30 PM
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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: BigDozer66] #14077134 07/29/21 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by BigDozer66
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Definitely the most innovative company in the business.



They don't just sit around and hope people will keep buying the same thing! cheers


Innovative is not just changing the configuration of your deck layout, which frankly I think is horrible. I have several friends with Cats, and I will say, they do build a good boat with outstanding customer service. But its just not for me. I still think its one of the ugliest boats on the market and front deck fishability is not that great.

Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Caymas Cx 21] #14077140 07/29/21 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Caymas Cx 21
Looks like an air conditioning vent in the middle of the floor.


Agreed, not a fan of that, I think they could've blended that in better or out in the corners where water tends to sit anyways. Major eye sore! I think they are getting a little carried away on their interiors. Some of their earlier boats were much more cleaner and less puzzle looking.

Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Minner Bucket] #14077266 07/29/21 05:47 PM
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They didn't change the front deck Layout. Its still the same puma deck just bigger. I dont get the Layout changing statements. As far as looks go, we all have opinions on what we like and don't like.


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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Sinkey] #14077268 07/29/21 05:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Sinkey
Originally Posted by BigDozer66
Originally Posted by Cass Caldwell
Definitely the most innovative company in the business.



They don't just sit around and hope people will keep buying the same thing! cheers


Innovative is not just changing the configuration of your deck layout, which frankly I think is horrible. I have several friends with Cats, and I will say, they do build a good boat with outstanding customer service. But its just not for me. I still think its one of the ugliest boats on the market and front deck fishability is not that great.

Exactly why I think I’d put them near the BOTTOM of MY list. I’m sure they’re great boats, but if I’m paying, it wouldn’t EVER be a BassCat. I just think they are ugly. Again. Just my opinion. I honestly would choose a Nitro over a BassCat…based solely on looks.


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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Minner Bucket] #14077398 07/29/21 07:03 PM
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I bet the a// end of my Bass Cat is ugly, when that's the only thing you see when we pass you. texas

Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Minner Bucket] #14077443 07/29/21 07:59 PM
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Re: New Bass Cat [Re: jbassman] #14077451 07/29/21 08:05 PM
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Originally Posted by jbassman
I bet the a// end of my Bass Cat is ugly, when that's the only thing you see when we pass you. texas


Honestly, Can't say thats ever happened to me. Weight wins tournaments, not boat speed.....just saying! thumb

Re: New Bass Cat [Re: Minner Bucket] #14077514 07/29/21 09:13 PM
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Here we go again, let the pissing match begin

Re: New Bass Cat [Re: jbassman] #14077545 07/29/21 09:41 PM
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I bet the a// end of my Bass Cat is ugly, when that's the only thing you see when we pass you. texas

I wish everyone would pass me…and quit following me.


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