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 Tin Boat Search
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11/28/21 05:06 PM
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KenTx1962
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Hey guys as I note in the video I need help finding boats, so far I've had guys reach out with a G3, Crestliner, Ranger and a couple of year old Triton that we may look at for fun. So looking for the rest of these and any others I should review. All help is much appreciated.
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 Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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11/28/21 06:00 PM
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BriannShell
Extremely Happy Angler
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Looking forward to the result
Lions do not concern themselves with the opinions of sheep
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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11/28/21 06:15 PM
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ToasterWEyes
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My last 3 boats have been Xpress boats. H56 (18'), X21 DC, and currently a 2005 X19 with a Yamaha Vmax 150hp. Looking forward to your review!
It's only a good cast if you catch a fish...
Personal Best: 11.62 lbs
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: ToasterWEyes]
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11/28/21 09:32 PM
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Happykamper
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I would think the Vexus boat would be high up on the list as far as tin boats go.
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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11/29/21 02:49 AM
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ogles824 (aka Lakewaydr50)
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I just bought a fiberglass boat but looked at the what I consider the top three tin boats real hard and those are Vexus, Xpress, and Ranger. I didn't buy a tin boat mainly because I come across a really good deal on a used Skeeter otherwise I would have been riding and grinning in a Vexus.
Up until a few months ago my favorite was the Xpress but the past few months I've seen three of the X21's ripped wide open where the side meets the bottom all on the starboard side on social media. What caused it? All three owners stated they'd hit a big wave hard. One had an 8 foot long tear in it. There are some new players in the tin rig game too, that might be worth looking into.
The Ranger RT198P was always on my list as well but I just don't trust anything connected to Johnny Morris when things get serious; but that being said, it's probably the best bang for the buck.
2012 ZX200 Skeeter 2012 Yamaha 200 SHO Isaiah 40:31 "but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Proud student of the Pro Staffer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzwF72B2F2w&t=14s
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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11/29/21 03:33 AM
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"Slow ahead." I can go slow ahead. Come on down here and chum some of this [censored].
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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11/29/21 03:46 AM
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Jiggy wid it
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I love my new Ranger RT178. Did the research and bought the Ranger in June.
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: Happykamper]
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11/29/21 04:04 AM
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lconn4
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I would think the Vexus boat would be high up on the list as far as tin boats go. Got a ride in this one on Saturday on Naconiche. Beautiful boat! ![[Linked Image]](https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/userpics/2021/11/full-76913-119559-full_76913_119498_edited_005.jpg)
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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11/29/21 03:28 PM
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rj74955
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If you happen to check out one of the new Crestliners, would you please let Der Vorsteher go along for the ride? He ordered one so long ago that heโs forgotten what it looks like.
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: rj74955]
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11/29/21 03:38 PM
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Ranger1
TFF Celebrity
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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11/30/21 02:26 AM
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banker-always fishing
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![[Linked Image]](http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/823/ycku.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/560/ukw3.jpg) IGFA World Record Rio Grande Cichlid. Lake Dunlap. John 3:16 Sinner's Prayer. God forgive me a sinner. I accept Jesus Christ as my Savior !
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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12/01/21 04:05 AM
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KenTx1962
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Guys I heard today that a guy that used to fish a bunch of the ABA stuff may have a Gator Trax. I want to talk to him, does anybody know David Gilliam, I may be spelling his last name wrong?
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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12/01/21 12:08 PM
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Slicefixer
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Guys I heard today that a guy that used to fish a bunch of the ABA stuff may have a Gator Trax. I want to talk to him, does anybody know David Gilliam, I may be spelling his last name wrong? Unfortunately I can't help, but, I'm VERY curious as to your impression of the GT once you've seen and ridden in one. My impression, upon first seeing one, was "this boat is a bloody tank." Thanks again for all you do. I'm very much looking forward to viewing your series regarding aluminum rigs. You're series on glass boats, the deck specs in particular, aided me in my tin boat rebuild. Gj
Last edited by Slicefixer; 12/01/21 12:09 PM.
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Re: Tin Boat Search
[Re: KenTx1962]
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12/01/21 12:41 PM
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Neches
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Guys I heard today that a guy that used to fish a bunch of the ABA stuff may have a Gator Trax. I want to talk to him, does anybody know David Gilliam, I may be spelling his last name wrong? Yes he runs one. He posted here about the boat one time
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