You're right of course. I was fishing with Denny Braur and asked him what he thought was the best bassboat setup. I was shocked when he told me the best all-around boat was a 17ft fiberglass with 150hp, like the old standard Ranger that early on ruled the circuits. He mentioned getting in the backs of skinny creeks, between waves, fuel economy, towing etc. That was in the 90s. I had a 20ft Gambler with a225 that ran 70+ at the time. Terrible hole shot, and the gas $ was ridiculous! It was $100 plus dollars a day in fuel and oil! Now I have a 16ft Jon with a front deck and a 25hp Yamaha. Fishing is so much easier now. Towing, upkeep, storage.. You are on the right track!

Had your boat deal not fallen through, would you still be on this small boat/motor crusade?? Doubt it.

@squonto47

Ай бұрын

You understand that people reevaluate a lot of things when circumstances change, right? You’d have to be a complete idiot not to. If a guy sees a friend have a grabber from years of poor eating habits and decides to change is own habits, he’s smart and reflective.

@MJ_Bass

Ай бұрын

100%

Nobody “needs” $300 rods or $500 reels, $4000 shallow water anchors, $5000 trolling motors, $1200 batteries, $200 glide baits, $15000 worth of electronics, but every pro bass angler out there says you do, hmmm I wonder why that is 🤑🎣👎

@midmissouriangling

Ай бұрын

I couldn't afford the insurance and property tax on all that. LOL!

Randy, most of us never had a boat "deal" with a sponsor so we actually had to pay for our boats with 250hp outboards, join the crowd

@jimbob4859

Ай бұрын

Yeah. Why not get a used basstracker 16' off marketplace?

@upchuckkamalu2649

Ай бұрын

Cuz you got suckered by an industry that convinced you that you “needed” it.

@JL-tp3gx

Ай бұрын

@@jimbob4859 short of fishing on a teeny lake or slick days your boat would be on the trailer or your back would be on ice.

@michaelwalters8074

Ай бұрын

Totally agree with you... I was endwelled with bass fishing admiring the likes of Hank Parker, Bill Dance, Larry Nixon etc. I looked at the older folks as genuine, humble, good ole boys who liked to fish. Now it's all marketing with influencers who are pumpus, whinny and inconsiderate. Trying to outdo and showboat, thus the Industry sees that these kids will just waste their money trying to win peanuts.

@jimbob4859

Ай бұрын

@@JL-tp3gx I'm in Alabama, I don't have "big water" in a practical driving distance, and I don't fish often.

Randy, I'm 55 now and started fishing tournaments when I was 20 so I'm close to if not over 400 tournaments fished over the years. The highest HP that I have ever had is now, which I have a Ranger 178 with a 70 HP Yamaha. I'm a few minutes behind my partners 225 hp rig for each 10 mile run. No issues over the years and never felt I was not able to compete. Its a shame the marketing of the sport is what it is now and the local fisherman buying into it.

@Michdave700

Ай бұрын

Great insight in your comment about being just a few minutes behind the high horsepower racers. That’s the type of judgement on what’s enough, what do you really need that doesn’t get a lot of promotion these days between companies marketing the “latest and best” and those who swallow the marketing and image.

@TNBassmanJim

Ай бұрын

You are spot on!

Randy, you are going through a time of personal reflection, at least regarding your bass fishing life. That’s good and healthy. But be careful you condemn those that are not in your moment. Tell us where you are and why and the impact of the directions your yourself are taking. I enjoy your dialogue but when it becomes a clash of values, it’s a turn off. I agree with the vast majority of your positions but won’t be telling anyone to change because I feel a need to change.

Yes, it's a lot different when you have to pay for your own boats and motors and not get a sponsor boat. Most fishermen don't get new sponsor boats annually like you did in your career. We work at a real blue collar job and spend our hard earned money. Glad you are finally realizing what "bass pros" are learning how blue collar people fish.

@TNBassmanJim

Ай бұрын

True, but a lot of the “blue collar” bass fisherman feel like they have to have the biggest, fastest, shiniest boat out there. Some guys I know are financing their boats for 30 years! That is the definition of insanity! All to win $100 in a club tournament…..

@DennisMorgan-ls8sc

Ай бұрын

@TNBassmanJim and how is that different than the Pros who don't get boat deals?

Run what you brung. As far as what anyone else needs, that's their own business.

@andysemonco7085

Ай бұрын

Brung?

@rosschappell7014

Ай бұрын

@@andysemonco7085it’s a saying…and old one at that and yes, it’s slang. You need an interpreter?

Agreed. Looking forward to seeing what boat you decide to go with.

Awwww. Shame on Ranger for making you fish out of that big scary bass boat. 🤣🤣🤣

@DennisMorgan-ls8sc

Ай бұрын

But it was free..

@TNBassmanJim

Ай бұрын

I don’t think you really listened to what he said. Listen again…..

@lancepoore3045

Ай бұрын

@@TNBassmanJim I bet you're the life of every party, ain't ya? 🤣

I can tell you what you do need, or what I consider most important in tournaments. Beam of 95" plus. My very first tournament, as adult in my boat, was a 17 foot with a 115 on it. The boat ran 57 to 60 mph. The issue was I launched 24th. By the time I launched the waves of other boats had bounced off the shore and came back. I have no idea how we did not flip, I remember looking DOWN at my partner below me. Pretty sure my boat was in the air sideways. That was the first and last tournament in that boat. Sold it and bought a 19-foot Skeeter which had a beam of 96" or 95". Never had the flipping issue again. That boat ran 83 mph and 80 fully loaded with gas and two dudes. For me, it was never about running 80+. Everyone runs their boats flat out around max RPM. My engine had max RPM of 6500 but was propped for 6300 RPM. I could run high 60 MPH low 70 MPH and seems like I was around 5500 RPM. Point being, I never had to stress my engine and got great gas milage. Something else I cannot figure out. Why is a 20- or 21-foot boat over is 100k and a 19 is around 60k? I just find it hard to believe 25 more hp, padded deck, and nicer seats is worth 40k-ish more. I guess I could put specs in a spreadsheet to add up differences, but do not care that much. If I win the lottery my next boat is 21-foot, if not, I have fished in 19-footer for 20+ years and is just fine.

As a retired professional angler (guide) who has been sponsored in the past, you are correct, a bass angler doesn’t need 250 hp. Having said that, if someone offered you a free boat package, fully rigged, with 250 Mercury would you honestly turn them down? Just to prove a point and get more clicks? I would take it without thinking twice. Money talks in this business.

@RobertGieseckesJAZZGUITAR

Ай бұрын

I thought the same way, but in the present bass tournament life. A lot or most tournament bass anglers DO NOT GET FREE BOATS ANYMORE. Now, I'm not talking the elite top 10 bass angler. The rest of the pack get's a break price {say with nitro or whoever} or some other kind of deal. So the middle of the pack bass angler has it much rougher cause they don't have as many sponsors.

@TangierFly

Ай бұрын

@@RobertGieseckesJAZZGUITAR I agree. And that’s what Randy was alluding to. Sponsors have become tight with their money, especially since the market crash of 2008. It happened in the guide business as well. But my point was, would Randy even be making this video if he hadn’t lost his boat sponsorship? You don’t want to bite the hand that feeds you. Now that he has lost that he will be downsizing. I understand that. I would probably do the same.

@TNBassmanJim

Ай бұрын

Randy did exactly what you’re saying because he felt like he had to or risk losing his sponsors b

No boat deal now all the sudden an 18footer is perfect lol. Join us poor ppl 😂.

Then why did have a 250 Yamaha? If you actually believe that a 250 is too much, you never would have run a 250.

@TNBassmanJim

Ай бұрын

Did you not hear what he said? He was told by his sponsors that he would run this model boat and this size outboard.

For normal size waters, sure. but You might make an exception for places like Sam Rayburn or Toledo Bend. Huge reservoirs are like an ocean when you get out there and when the waves/weather gets bad, its no joke. A bigger rig would be much safer and more stable.

@DennisMorgan-ls8sc

Ай бұрын

I have been scared on both of those lakes by 4 and 5 foot waves.

@northernbassalliance1442

Ай бұрын

Right! St lawrence, lake michgan, erie, mille lacs etc.

@TNBassmanJim

Ай бұрын

I agree to a point. Common sense says if you have a smaller boat, why make long runs in open water on these huge reservoirs….

I agree with you…. Nobody “needs” a 250 HP engine. But at this stage in my life, the “need” part is over and the “I Want” part is beginning. The Don Johnson line from Miami Vice is in my head..”I buy what I feel like buying!” But no…. I don’t need a 250……. But I want one. Therefore, I buy one. If I’m looking at a Bass boat that’s over $75000 with a 200 or 250 HP engine, cost is the least of my concerns. Thankfully….. I’m not looking at buying a boat…….yet!

I sure hope everyone doesn't jump on this bandwagon and get small boats,no FFS, and only guys over 30 aloud to fish. He would lose his channel with nothing else to blame losing tournament's on.

Great video. Randy. Your Dad knew what time it was 👍. We’re only Fishing 🎣. It’s not the Boat , rod , or reel. It comes down to the Angler 🎣 and the presentation & the Bite with help from up above 🙏☘️🇺🇸 Excellent video !

Randy, let me start by saying I love your show, but I think you are beating this horse to death. We all know you do not NEED these huge motor's on a bass boat. We also realize people do not NEED a 10,000 square foot house to live in. We also realize it's a status symbol. This mind set will NEVER change for most people. Again I love your show.

@DennisMorgan-ls8sc

Ай бұрын

Only 15 or 20 more videos on boats and motors. Milking more clicks.

@TNBassmanJim

Ай бұрын

My buddy calls it “F you money”!

I've got an Xpress with a 90 Yamaha. I fish the Potomac and run no more than 8 miles. There are hundreds of winning bags that I drive over going that distance. You just gotta find them.

I gotta say I like your videos man but sometimes guys gotta see the big pic. It is ok to run a boat when you get one on a sponsorship deal but that boat now sucks if you gotta pay for it that is a double standard. I also venture to say the majority of everyone on this video and or in the outdoor world has a house that is way more then they need and several utility vehicles and multiple trucks or a truck that is completely decked out. So you HAVE 20 TO 30 rods and reels, why a guy in a tournament can only fish with one at a time. We are are own worst enemy because we take , pay and want more until we can't handle it then we knock the guys that can afford or want it. Look how many boxes of tackle are sitting behind you on a shelf. Don't really need that but you got it and I am sure many guys would love to have it. In my opinion it is best to let everyone have what they want. I been fishing since the 80's I bought the very first ranger 522 that was made, it came with a 250 mercury xb and I still have it to this day and it looks brand new. Cant forget the bigger picture here, boats got bigger for safety as well.

If you live out here in the west the storms come up quickly and a 250 gets you to safety fast

I have a plastic box of several Humminbird flasher units that I have collected if you need one. They are minus the cables and transducers.

One thing nice about bass fishing is that your choice of equipment can be basic from no boat bank fishing to paddle powered kayak to 250hp bass boat equipped with all the latest electronics

Randy, I agree we don’t need 250hp on a bassboats. I have a 150 on mine. With that said, this is America, if people want the big motors, more power to them. Just get a 150 for yourself am be happy, and don’t worry what others have on their boats.

@Boethius411

Ай бұрын

He’s not saying you can’t own a 250… but there’s no reason why “professionals” should be forced into promoting them.

Couldn't agree more Randy,would love to see it go back to the golden years. Do all my fishing out of two different boats,both aluminum. 17' with a 40 and an 18' with a 90. Both run great and get us to we need to go! Thanks for voicing your concern!

You said it right, Sponsorship. If a sponsor says run this or that, then that’s what they going to run. I don’t understand that your sponsorship was fine for you at the time, but your not sponsored anymore on a boat, and now all of a sudden 250’s are to big!?

@DennisMorgan-ls8sc

Ай бұрын

He has to pay for it now.

Most material things in life are not needed. If you can afford it and that’s what you enjoy why not

Agree. 18 ft. bass boat with a 150 hp. Yes to the 80's! I hope you win the Powerball.

The cow done left the barn and no use closing it. I been running a 150 forever and can get into places where the big boats cant. I fish a flooded swamp that has a spoil bank channel and spillway. I catch my fish on the flooded cypress/tupelo points and have to squeeze in and have to idle from point to point. I can go from one end to the other in 5 minutes but would take days in a troll motor to fish the circumference and the stumps have lower units for lunch if you not fully trimmed and idled.

Btw. I have a 18 foot fiberglass with a 150 mercury 4 stroke. That's what I can afford and it doesn't have FFS cause I can't afford it. If I could afford more then I would have it. Everything is about balance in our lives.

Randy I run a 2013 Z7. 18.3 150 hp. Do not need anything bigger. Couldn’t agree more with the prices. Outrageous. Oh, and old school rules!

I fish a lake here in Alabama that has a 25 horsepower maximum. Duck River. Thing is, I can take my 16 foot Express I fish there and go wherever I want. Just go 24 mph !!

I say good for you. Buy what you want. I recently bought my 4th bass boat. Basscat with a 250hp. Love it. Started out with a 150hp in late 90’s. Then a 175hp. Then 225. Now 250. I’m fishing some small tournaments with my 15 year old son and we are having a blast. Of all the boats I’ve had, this one is by far the most comfortable I’ve ever been in. I don’t need this boat. I want it. And I’m glad I have it. Good luck in your search for a boat!

I like it, Randy! Even smaller, possibly. I’m not a tournament fisherman, but I totally agree with you. Skills not technology.

I do agree with you.. But- there is nothing like the rush of going 90+ on the lake.😎

@Jerry-sy8rd

Ай бұрын

How bout hitting a log at 90😉?

I've also been fishing a very long time and decided many years ago I wasn't going to buy a bass boat larger than 18-19 ft with a 150 hp. I've spent a lot of time on Rayburn and Toledo in 18' w/150 motors with no issues. I currently run an 18'-10" aluminum boat with a 115 outboard. But I've never followed the crowd or fell for the marketing pitches. You have to decide what is best for your situation.

Dude , their are guys at my local lake jack pot tournaments, that have 300!! Hp mercs on em , it’s FN crazy

@lxvebassin2179

Ай бұрын

250 is the max on tournament trails

Being with out or inbetween boats is a nasty situation. The human mind can play tricks on itself in times like this There are 5 stages of being suden;y boatless denial, anger,bargaining,depression and finally acceptance i feel as if you are in the bargaining stage Please exercise patience

My boat has a 20hp. All the lakes in my area are restricted to 20hp and it’s awsome. Keeps the pleasure boaters away.

My first was a brand new aluma-weld 16 x52 with a 70 hp evinrude with teleflex steering and I loved it and caught so many fish in it , but had to get it welded several times cause of cracks on the inside next to the original welds

@Cmackr56

Ай бұрын

Same here had 2 17' alumawelds and cracked both of them. One was replaced by the factory due to a 38" crack down the keel. I've owned numerous aluminum boats and have cracked every one that I ran in really bad water such as Rayburn and Falcon. Currently I run an 18' BassCat with a 175 and have a 16X48 with a 25 that I fish the backwaters and creeks with.

@SpookyRedz

Ай бұрын

@@Cmackr56 agreed ,aluminum is good only for calm water , get in rough water and expect it to Crack

I have a big boat but have just as much fun putting around in my green coleman crawdad. That little boat is timeless.

I have two boats, one is a 18 1/2 foot fiberglass bass boat with a 150hp and the other is a 15’ fiberglass, flat bottom skiff with a 25 hp, I fish bass tournaments out of both and catch just as many or more fish out the smaller boat. The bass boat is more comfortable than my small boat but I can get into places with the little boat that the bass boat can’t go. By the way, the reason I bought a 18’ bass boat is because it fits very nicely in my garage without having to fold the tongue. Our bass club fishes a lot of shallow rivers as well as the lakes.

Randy, the reason why BASS dropped the 150 hp limit was also because of pressure by engine manufacturers to promote and therefore sell more larger motors so they could charge more and make more profit due to the EPA regulations for cleaner motors.

@rosschappell7014

Ай бұрын

It actually started with the western anglers. They PLEADED for years to B.A.S.S to raise the HP limit to at least 200 because their reservoirs were so huge. So B.A.S.S eventually raised it to 225 (after the FLW had theirs at 200) and then eventually went to the current 250hp limit

My new 115 aluminum rig was $49k with Helix 12 Ultrex and poles. I love it and it's fast enough for me a 50 would be fine.

Seark 18ft aluminum with 115hp Johnson here. Both 1998 models that I bought used and was kept immaculate and super rarely used. Boat is built solid as can be and outboard runs super strong. Paid 5400 and don't think I could ever beat that price for that rig anywhere. Boat speed is in the low 40s and way plenty for me.

My 115HP Evinrude is MORE than enough for my 19foot fiberglass Hydra-Sports boat. Max speed is 65-68mph depending on conditions with it, which is absolutely ridiculous in my opinion. I typically cruise around at 36-38mph in it and that is PLENTY fast enough on plane.

@rosschappell7014

Ай бұрын

You have the fastest 115hp in existence 😂

I don’t agree with a lot you say but you have this totally right!!

I'm with you on this. I stopped tournament fishing in 2016. I couldn't, monetarily keep up. I still have my 519vx. But now fish out of my 16 ft aluminum. 20 hp, and having a blast. I'm catching just as many fish, but more fun. I live up here on Truman, Cross Timbers. Come on up, we'll have a beer, and cigar.

Randy... my dad said the same thing! Can't catch fish going 70mph! Yet his BFF bought a fast boat with a modded 200Merc-Norriscraft hitting mid 80s. Fun fact: Early BASS and RedMan tourneys didn't check boats. A guy ran a stock 150 Merc with a homemade EFI sytem, plus two big metal gas tanks on the floor. I saw this in person at a BASS Champs tourney on the Ohio River way back . Numerous stories of guys running 175-200HP and putting 150 covers on them.....

Bring back the telescoping flipping sticks because smaller boats may not have an 8’ rod locker.

I lived in Buffalo NY and a few short yrs ago we had a tournament on Lake Erie and in rough water, 3 teams flipped their boats by going waaaayyyy to fast out of the harbor. And then the teams came in and bad mouthed the lake, we were insulted at that point.

B’Lat had a good video a few weeks ago on his 100k rig. He runs a falcon . His point was the boat manufacturers aren’t at fault. He went over every aspect of his rig and was at over 50k minus the hull which is all the manufacturer actually builds. Just like going to the grocery store, inflation hits hard, resins, glass, mat, roving, all the components have doubled and tripled. Not to mention wages on the employees that are struggling to raise a family.

I like it! Bring back the good ol days!

There are very few lakes in the US that should allow 250 HP on a recreational boat. There should be limits on every lake as far as horsepower and speed. It's gotten absolutely ridiculous.

I have a 200hp and brother has 250 and fish shallow Guess when your paying for the boat you have a change of heart of what. You need

You go Randy your exactly correct . OOO the 80's what a great time to be a bass fisherman , Redman series, Bassmasters, Red man Gold it was all exciting running 150 hp on our Skeeters, Rangers, Champions. Never saw a really good idea of increased hp other than boats got bigger. Back in the day anglers took stuff out of there boats to run faster , batteries, tackle, fuel anything they could to gain speed. Harold Allen and the Texas boys did it all the time. Even 24 volt trolling motors . Keep moving forward . Dan

Needing and wanting are two different things! People don’t need that big block Chevy in their muscle car, but damn it’s cool! I finally could afford a used Triton with a 175 Merc ! Do I need it ? Probably not, but it sure is fun! I also have a 16’ aluminum boat and a canoe. I use them all! So it all comes down to what your personal preference is! I do know some guys that took fishing to the next level and they have to run what everyone else does or you will get left behind! Whatever you do be HAPPY with it!!!!

The 80's were by far the best.

I fish a small, 800 acre lake. Guys with big bass boats fish there too. They run 200's and 250's and while not needed on such a small lake, they still insist on leaving the dock, throttling full up, blasting away and running 300 yards to their spot. where they shut it down. I run a 60HP on my boat and never run wide open on the lake even when I'm going from one end to the other. I think a lot of these guys with this boats and motors are really more interesting in hot-rodding and tournament competition than they are fishing. This is why they have no ethical problem with FFS and LS. They aren't really in it for the fishing part.

@zillobeast5257

Ай бұрын

I guarantee you none of those guys do any work on there boat themselves either they just take it somewhere and pay someone else to work on their rig and then act all proud of having stuff they didnt even work on, those types of people are phonies and have no appreciation for what they actually have

@coltonn31

Ай бұрын

That's for sure. You'll never see them in a little John boat and a trolling motor which is more useful in some situations.

@AsianAmerican113

Ай бұрын

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@zillobeast5257I do most work on my boat depending on what it is and I agree there is a satisfaction knowing you did that and not someone else. I see nothing wrong with a boat owner taking it to a business that specializes in whatever type of work it needs. Plus it supports that local marina or those smaller boat shops that employ Americans that keeps food on their family’s table. Still, there is definitely posers out there in the bass fishing world with their wrapped boat to fish the Tuesday nighter lol

There Are Guys Were I live At The California Delta That Have 300 HP Outboard I Live about 5 Min From a Popular Boat Launch Ram So Some Time When I Go Out tO the Store On the Mane Street I See a Lot Of Bass Boats I Have Seen 18' Bass boat With 300 Hp Outboard I Was Like What The... It Looked Crazy It's a accident Waiting to Happen I Don't Know What He Was Thinking The Ca Delta Is Big So I Git It For GuysThat Have The Rite Size Boat

I fished a FLW on Ouachita river and there were several coanglers tossed out during takeoffs it was like a combination rodeo and nascar race trying to hang on in that river boats running 70 in that churned up river

I have a 15 ft maco pro with a 60 4 stroke mercury catch - bass all the time

I was literally thinking this same thought while I was fishing today. I’ve got a 150 and I still haven’t got it to top speed.

I have a 20' F&S with a 175. Top end 60 on calm water. PLENTY for me.

I can make the case for a 10 ft plywood boat and a sculling oar......kind of a dumb way to look at it isn't it

Looking forward to seeing what boat you get

Basscat runs a 500hp on models....now that's fkn nuts👍

Randy, I agree with you 1000%

Just be sure you get a hotfoot on that 115 or 150 Randy, you will love it!

You are right. PERIOD!!!!!!!!!!!

I like the 90-s through early 2000s 150 two stroke outboards.

Your absolutely right. Nobody needs 250hp. 500 is better.

It’s ridiculous where we are in “Pro” bass fishing! I miss the days of 18 footers with 150s. If I were in the market I’d go tin with a 115HP. For the record, FLW started the increased HP trend and then BASS followed suite increasing the HP limit.

Love my tracker 195 with a 150 on it. Plenty fast enough, and it’ll get up in some skinny water

Bought my Phoenix 920 about a decade ago from a local pro. It came with a 250 Merc. What can I do? Overpowered for the local lakes I fish most of the time that have 35 mph (or less) speed limits, but I loved it when I got to take it out on big water. But like the money pushing FFS, I’m sure the motor companies pushed for higher hp in the big tournaments so they could sell bigger, more expensive motors. But I agree with you that the bigger motors not really necessary in most cases and settings.

That would be awesome

Only bass tournament I ever won was out of a 12’ aluminum skiff. Beat the big boys and their big boats. 120qt cooler with a. Good aerator water additives and a bit of ice as a live well.

Couldn't agree more I have a 17-1/2 foot bass tracker with a 60hp mercury that's all I need what's the rush

200 hp max is the biggest I would run most 200s are inline 4 cylinders so fairly light weight.

I’ve always thought that the 1999 rule change from 150 to 250 was a mistake. I’ve had 5 different 18ft 150hp boats over the last 40 years and still run one. My buddies 150 powered 1996 Allison would do 80+ easy. If you had an advantage going that fast they would have sold more of them.

Like everything else(especially in sports)it's time to scale it back!

I totally agree

I have owned 150 175 200 250 all brand new , and if I had to go smaller it would be an 18 ft to 19 ft max with a 150-175 , but fiberglass only

Keith Poche had that Gator Trax sis 90hp on it and did awesome in tournaments

Never heard KVD grumble about innovations etc, I remember when he started. He just kept fishing. In every aspect of sponsorship, you don't win, you get dropped and such. He unfortunately for his fans retired, and just like Jordan, his brand is still solid. I've never heard a winner grumble.

I agree to some standpoint the prices of the 250 are just ridiculous and yea they are expensive to maintain but to get to those spots that you need to get to in a a hurry you need a 250 but hell you can do it with a 150 or 200

Sounds like a 'pro' fisherman problem. So if a name brand company offered you a 20 with a 250 on it you would say no? The major brands aren't promoting 18's with a 150 that's not the market. Just like electronic companies don't promote 2D sonar. Oh and yes I own an Allison,you either own one or follow one!

You should look into Kayak fishing. There is a Bass Master division you can compete in, plus, kayaking is great exercise.

I fish out of my grandpa's old ski boat. It's got an old 427 with 14:1 compression and 6" waterline exit header collectors. Sounds like a drag car. Oh, it's also got no electronics other than lights and I'm not under 30... Square that up with your circle worldview.

19 foot is the best it can handle rough water and you can go fast if you need too. Key word need lol

I’m waiting for the 25’ Bass Cat with twin-300s on the back!!

If you are in the boat to fish, and not show off, why do you need to go more than 30kph? Most ocean boats don't go over 35 and many don't exceed 25kph. This seems like needing a car that goes 120mph, when the speed limit is 70.

I believe 98 was when bass made the change on the 150 hp cause I got a new zx185 and was mad cause I should of got a 200.. I got a zx202 next

golden years!

I enjoy running 80 in my gambler.

Amen keep the t simple. Great content.

How about a '96 tracker pro team 17 with a 9.9 horse motor on it ?

I have a 300R on my Legend lol

This comes out after you lose your boat deal. Why didn’t you make this video earlier?