Everyone's opinon wanted

[skeeter11008]

As the name suggests, I own a Skeeter and would not own another brand. There are Ranger, Triton, Champion, Nitro and Stratus owners that feel just as loyal to their brand as I do to Skeeter...So, make sure you shop around and make sure the boat fits you ( i.e legroom) and that you feel comfortable operating the boat because all reputable dealers will take you out on the water in your future purchase (or they should). The name on the side of the boat don't mean squat if it's miserable for you to ride/fish in. (remember...Skeeter invented the bassboat, all the others are just trying to catch up..wink,wink,nudge,nudge..Eat,Sleep, Fish....LOL)

[chunknwind]

Wishiniwasfishin, you have a PM

[silver seeker]

skeeter makes a good point. I've always been a fan of Ranger, fishing the great lakes,Plus i grew up fishing from one. But whenever the tournament is over the skeeter guys are always dry...That tells me it is indeed a nicer ride. As far as fishing from one I don't know.

[mkmsports41]

If i were you I would look into something new as to finding something used for that money. Only for the fact that you can still get all manuf. warranties. If you get something new, and get a Mercury they are, or were, offering a 5yr warranty. I recently purchased a 07 Triton TR186 that was left over in inventory. 5 yr warranty on engine, 3yr on boat, lifetime on hull, 5 yr on motorguide digital tm. I have rode in about ever boat. Ranger and Triton are real close to the best you can buy. In my opinion skeeter is right behind triton. I would steer away from a Nitro. They are not the best riding boats unless you get into the larger Z series. As does the gelcoat seam to start cracking earlier than most boats the same age. Just my two cents worth.