|
| I like bass boats...for bass fishing on smaller lakes.
I musky fished out of bass boats for 18 years and have now switched to a Ranger Fishermen series. Won't look back. Here are some things to consider:
Bass Boat Pluses:
Fast
Close to water while fishing
Nice deck space
Doesn't get blown around as fast by wind
Can get real shallow
Easier to move around (tow, garage, etc.)
Stylish
Bass Boat Minuses:
Fast...but only when waves allow and certainly not a plus when its cold...particularly with a single console. My overall speed is probably higher now, since I can run faster in poorer conditions.
Close to water while fishing...not good in high seas...and muskies love high seas...you'll take on water occassionally.
Not as versatile...I can now take my family of five out for a cruise, skiiing, tubing, etc. ...couldn't do that in a bench seat bass boat without leaving someone behind.
Mostly my decision to move to a multi-species boat was due to a desire for more versatility, more room, more stable ride (was tiring of getting beat up in waves while running), and greater comfort for myself and passengers in cold temps (have a full windshield now). I also feel my new boat is safer to be in for a number of reasons.
I sacrificed some things, but believe these are minimal compared to what I gained.
Just some thoughts to consider.
BrianF.
Twin Cities
| |
|
