What was said was, they are not out for public offering at this time yet there is large early following. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. High Performance Seats & Air Wave Suspension. READ RELATED: The New Ranger L Series at C&C, WATCH RELATED: L-Series Walk-Around with Ish Monroe at C&C. What are your thoughts when compared to the Ranger Boats or other comparable boats? I didnt climb in them. Vexus DVX. They can and should be run through your Lowrance. Warranty, durability, and comfort makes all the difference. Ranger I was put off when they transitioned and had their new aluminum line up with cracking welds at the transom, I'm not even sure to this day you can get one ordered with a kicker but appears they addressed the initial issue. They looked very nice! Clear editor. Everything seems to be finished very nicely. Youre speaking of In Tune Marine, I believe. Nate Geist at Two Rivers Boatworks introduces the latest project, a Donzi 38 ZSF, explaining the various upgrades including a custom dash panel with a pair of massive flushmounted 16" Garmin displays, painted motors and Seadek throughout. Edited by madmurph 2/1/2020 9:05 AM. The kinds are nice but saying that I don't know they they're worth what they ask for them. Last time TN River Classic baits, Toyota baits breakdowns, Center nail weight? Privacy Statement. I also know that the rangers are now made by same company that builds trackers. Vexus layouts are worlds above the rangers. What a miserable thing that is. Everyone likes to blame JM but these brands made themselves an acquisition target years ago when they started trading equity for cash. he also does not have to worry about resale or trade in value. Upload or insert images from URL. Garmin calls and text on screen if you have active captain and those girlish sparkles reflect the sun keeping the glass surface nuch cooler. It may seem minimal, but there doesnt seem to be a function for it and it would obscure vision at some level. My 2c: With Bass Pro Shops takin over the bassin world and the US of A and eventually the United Nations and the galaxy and independent bassin tub makers busier than ever, seems like a smart time to launch Vexuslet alone the G.O.A.T. FEWER POUNDS, GREATER ACCESS Say yo to Vexus Boats! This will be my retirement boat and hope to use it quite often both inland and the occasional lake Erie trip. more than likely he gets a brand new fully decked out boat every year. I priced the ranger Z175 and Nitro Z7 last year. Toledo Bend guide Darold Gleason talkin bout deeper fish bein easier to catch when its cold cuz theyre more consistent. I like Lunds personally but theres a lot of good boats out there. With all the talk about boats being too expense, it's surprising to me that there seems to be a line up of guys dying to drop small fortunes on a boat they've never seen! Fuzzy dice bait?? We can handle any brand of outboard, says Ransford. Same people that designed the high end Ranger aluminum series are the same people designing and building Vexus's tin boats. Now that rangers and trackers are coming out of the same place I personally would be very hesitant.. That being said my cousin has a 620 fisherman and I love it. I would like to hear some (if any) negative things about Ranger boats. Newer NITRO's may be better and I know that quality has improved. The boats amazing, a ranger on steroids. Coming from a deep-v, you're going to be shocked at how high you sit in the Vexus. 2019 will be an exciting year for them and bass anglers throughout the region. The boats are excellent quality, and they have some great color options to choose from. Still waiting on a single review or proof that the Vexus can handle rough water well. I had originally thought a 19-20' boat but after measuring them and seeing the sizing im thinking either of these are fine. What exactly do we pay these people in Washington for again? It is amazing what they were able to do with aluminum, he says. In recent years, brands like Ranger, Vexus, Crestliner and XPress are offering tournament-rigged aluminum boats which compete with fiberglass models at all levels. So far so good. Oops, sorry Edwin pea-can! Well introduce the product at the Classic, but theyll be prototypes that were not built on a production line. Put me out of commission for a while but I'm back now. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. Pretty much they all come out of the same barrel and different names get slapped on the sides. Thanks for any info or opinions you can provide. The RT188 fished good, but rode rough like an aluminum. Thats the point lol! With used boats comes used problems. JavaScript is disabled. Long story short I was not zoomed in far enough on my Lowrance GPS and 5 yards makes a big difference! Reminds me of the menhaden (saltwater shad-like baitfish) issue feds asked for input, everyone said less commercial take, they didnt listen. Wiring, connections,bundling, material quality etc., is evident. Looking to order either a Lund 1875 fisherman or a ranger VS1882. Sand Flea 101: How to Find, Catch and Save Sand Fleas, Wintertime Bass Fishing in Florida After a Cold Front, Surf Fishing Secrets: How to Catch Ghost Shrimp for Bait, Angler Breaks Two Florida State Fishing Records in One Day, Best Tactics to Catch Flounder in Florida, Rare Sighting of Sailfish in Southeast Florida Intracoastal. My friend that helps me with a lot of the mechanical repairs on my boat has had the opportunity to crawl in the guts of a lot of manufacturers models and he tells me that there is where a lot of the difference shows itself. both are good boats, but I would say the innovation and quality goes to Vexus. I really liked Mattiba comment about does it really matter, riveted or welded as long as the boat has all of the comfort features that I'm looking for. Ranger has amazed me with their customer service and parts availability. Caymas 34 CT: Ultimate Stability, Storage & Fishabilty, Stingray 211DC: A Family-Friendly Entry Packed with Amenities, East Cape Boats: The Driest Riding Boats on the Market, Contender 26BAY: A Bay Boat Made to Concur Any Conditions, Customizing a Donzi 38 ZSF with a Laser-Etched Dash Panel, Adding Details to the Faux Wood HydraStepp, How to Paint Realistic Wood Grain Like a Professional, Must-Know Oil Change Tips for Outboard Motors. No need to leave your phone out anymore. Both with 150 pro xs 4s. KY: Beaver Lake drawdown and habitat project. You say old style windshields, when did Ranger improve them? For example Anglers Marine in Anahiem may be able to save you $$$, factor in the 400 mile trip. The ranger definitely has a better trailer. Ask anyone with the old style windshields used by Ranger and others, sooner or later you will have problems with them. I've looked at, and researched, both the Ranger Z185 and the Nitro Z18. with the exact same layout there was not much difference in price. They bought them because they held up, fished well and had customer service that was way above the norm. Havent found the right person yet. Loved the boat and eventually it became my guide boat when I went that route. I am not bashing one or the other brand, but on last years Nitro Z18the rod strap was put in a place that the passenger's rod would have to be running through the seat in order to have it function. At first look, this boat is absolutely beautiful inside and out. Thanks for the info. Ranger I think has over 900 employees but I bet Vexus hand picks the best fruit and gets the ones they want because there has to be some money behind this venture. Thanks for all the great comments on the boats. I attached the price quote I got from Nick over at LaCannes Marine. These are all put in place to separate the Vexus aluminum from other aluminum boats on the market. Ok, now you guys can attack me for Praising one brand and putting down another LOL. Do you suppose that if he was paid to use a Popeil Pocket Fisherman he use it? Seemed like very well put together boats and hopefully they are able to compete in such a tight market! It feels like theres a fresh energy about whats happening and wee glad to be a part of it. International Falls a few miles from Rainy Lake, Viewing 30 posts - 1 through 30 (of 36 total), 2022/2023 NHL/Wild Offseason-Season-Postseason Thread. Roving also is used for building thickness quickly. They're heavy and slow. 4. I'm sure they'll be great, but for me, until they're live and in the fleshI'll reserve judgement and not jump on the "they're gonna be GREAT because" bandwagon. Running a 400 Mercury on it. I'd rather have a well built functional boat any day over a rocket. How was the fit in finish in them? One thing that I read and the salesman at the boat show confirmed, was that the fiberglass line is not available in poly flake. I would really like to ride drive one. Well, I have owned both and have a personal perspective that may be unique to me but here are my thoughts. > Disappointed with being unable to catch any fish during a trip to the lake, as all the indigenous species had died off when the lake dried up years earlier, the President ordered the bass be introduced. - Trolling Motor Foot Pedal Compartment: This is so awesome. just my opinion Pursuit angler Member Join Date Feb 2019 Location Brentwood, CA Posts 22 #3 12-16-2019, 10:45 PM Thanks for the feedback This video go. That I don't agree withyou think 20+ year employees quit their jobs and move for a start up? Toured the factory last spring too, the Vexus guys are passionate about what theyre doing! Jay Kumars BassBlaster is a daily-ish roundup of the best in bassin, and is the #2 daily read on any given day in the wide world o bass. Dealer network is growing every day. I saw 2 of them at the boat show on Saturday. Over the past year, a new boat company was unveiled, and since that initial announcement, it has created plenty of buzz in the bass fishing world. He has been to the Ranger factory in the past and said he thinks the Vexus is a better built boat in his opinion but hasnt had one on the water yet. Im having some difficulty with follow through from the dealer. Ranger: - Plus - Huge Front Deck: Firstly the Ranger deck is huge! ), just. Well have a production line soon thereafter. A forum community dedicated to Ohios fishers and enthusiasts. Weve worked with some great people through the years who have helped us and taught us a lot, but the opportunity to do something on our own is very appealing. I've always felt Lund was over hyped especially with the years they had wood all over the boat and untreated wood in the transom. The best, worst and funniest in bassin'! I have been eyeing the Vexus AVX2080 for what seems like forever. I would go with the Nitro all day long and 5k less for the same thing ? We just like it. State seems serious about restoring that lake, well see. Give the website a look. #firedrill, 92-year-old fisherman rescued near Atlantic City. He has been to the Ranger factory in the past and said he thinks the Vexus is a better built boat in his opinion but hasn't had one on the water yet. It is made up of many people who were deeply involved with Ranger Boats. That extra weight gives a stable platform, especially in the wind. Not sure what video youre referring to but the prototype boats they were demoing were not the final product. PA: Snot otter might be state amphibian. I may be wrong on that but thats what I thought I read somewhere. Vexus is coming out this weekend with their alum line and glass boats in the fall. It's long been resolved but always surprised by the Lund die hards when they were putting trash wood in the transoms for nearly a decade in the early 2000's and got a pass yet other companies like ranger switched to composite transoms in the the late 1980's knowing better that far ahead. I love the Rangerbattery selector switch that lets you jump your motor with one of the trolling motor batteries; I wish that my Triton had come with that. Thenew boats have a much smoother and drierride. More pro baits, Crappie learnings, Would you Floatzilla? A friend of mine called and told me he would be fishing the MWC in one this year. I am surprised they make you put in personal info to find a dealer. Also, its peculiar that the difference between the 19 and 20 is $24k, but only $5k between the 20 and 21. It certainly wont be the cheapest in the marketplace, but I think it will be one of the better values. Certain people might think were coming out with a Ferrari. Were a small group of local people. The track system is a 45 T track, so far any accessories that fit a Lund have fit on mine. Your previous content has been restored. Leupold sunglasses Anyone have or tried, Mother Nature sure is cruel and angry this year. Ranger 621 on the floor was listed at $87 and it needed some electronics yet.. And they say golf is expensive. Plus its easy to spell, easy to pronounce, and I think itll look good on a nice boat. Lower Center of Gravity. MOBAFire WildRiftFire RuneterraFire SmiteFire DOTAFire HeroesFire VaingloryFire FarmFriends ForzaFire ArtifactFire OverwatchFire . Our business is built around independent dealers and avid customers, and as we see more and more consolidations within the industrytheres always opportunity for the innovator. Here is two rather informative boat reviews on the two boats. See the shweet new BassBlaster apparel right here! Dale Kallaway at Two Rivers Boatworks discusses how he adds little touches to the faux wood Hydrastepp project to add believeability to the final product. Vexus is headquartered in Arkansas, in the city of Flippin. On Erie I would prefer no rear deck. If youre forwarding every Blaster to other bass crackheads, tx much or you can. With the new Evinrude E-TEC G2 115 H.O.. A ramp right into the garage?? I saw the same Vexus boats last week at the Minneapolis show and thought the Vexus boats looked more modern than the same old glitter that Ranger and others have used for decades. They will both be rigged very similar, same motor, same electronics, etc. This has fueled the excitement for the brand. Speaking of a very well thought out boat,,,check out the Caymas. Ive always been leary of buying first year big ticket items, sit back and see how they do business. Heres some more Vexus staff, which you may recognize from Wanted posters all over the South: Its what we do. 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