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Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin | What we are doing is adding models to the GT/GC line, for several reasons. First and foremost, the open design and lower profile is preferred by many musky anglers. Second, as Theedz said, the cost of the rig is reduced by a considerable margin. The 1700 GC/GT has a 60 HP rating tiller and 90 wheel. The 1760 GT will take a 75 HP, and the GC a 150.
The G stands for 'Gunnel', the 'T' tiller, and the 'C' console. We are building photo boats now, so it won't be long before you see the pictures.
The 1760 is a VERY stable hull, handles big water well, and runs well with the middle power range outboards. The biggest drawback that hull had in the pre-2005 Esox Deep V model was lack of floor space. That, plus the dry storage issues in the side tank style boats, has been corrected nicely with the new interiors.
We are dropping the Rampage Magnum from the line in 2006, mostly because the new 1760 GC and GT will be a much more functional boat at almost exactly the same cost. I hope this answers the questions so far! |
