Alumacraft boats / Bass Pro boats

[Gratefan]

I am looking at getting a new boat.

I have been looking at Alumacraft and Bass Pro models.

Prob a 17 to 18 foot fishing boat.

Right now I have a Jon boat and it’s a lot of fun but I’m ready to be able to fit my whole fam in the boat and see more places of our lake.

We live near Guntersville Lake in Alabama.

Anyone have recommendations?


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[FurFlyin]

Check your PM's

[Atimm693]

Sort of like comparing a Cadillac to a Honda Accord.

Trackers are an entry level boat. They're plenty fine, craftsmanship has gotten way better, but they're still built to meet a low price point. Known for skimping on some fit and finish, and under powering their packages to keep the price low.

Alumacraft, at least used to be, one of the top dog aluminum boat builders, competing with Lund, Lowe, Crestliner, etc.

All things considered, if I could afford it, I'd have the Alumacraft any day of the week.

[Cane Pole]

I've had both and had no problems with either. I bought the Tracker at a scratches and dent sale. Fish didn't seemed to be bothered by the scratches.

[Quailtail]

Guntersville is a big lake that can get rough quickly. Buy a boat that can handle rough water. At some point you will need itl

[Chuck Adams]

As others have said....
Bass Pro boat line is for entry level boaters with a budget. Only engine choice will be (black anchor) Mercury. (Johnny Morris owned).
Fit and finish is production line quality along with switches, pumps, seats, etc. ie, lowest cost and quality. As said before to make affordable, not longevity based.
Go with a boat you can rig out to your budget, including outboard (Yamaha), trolling motor, and so on.
Also Bass Pro boats will not hold their value like other boats.
Always remember, you get what you pay for.
Just my opinion
Chuck.


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[bfish]

I suggest you check out backwood's landing in Mooresville. I think the weldbuilt offer a better value than tracker in a true jon boat style

I own an Alumnacraft and fish a few reservoirs upstream from you. I appreciate the mod-v and deep v design over the traditional jon boat that alumnacraft have, especially on larger water bodies.

[Cane Pole]

Boats are poor investments. Period.

[Grainraiser]

When you say it is for you and your family, I have to ask how many folks do you plan on having on the boat. Depending on family size a pontoon boat may be a better option.

[Gratefan]

Boats are poor investments. Period.

Totally disagree. I think boats are a great investment in family time. We had a small fishing boat growing up and had tons of family memories. My dad always said it was the best investment he ever made.


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