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First look: Vexus AVX 1880

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I attended the New England Fishing Expo this past February not expecting to see a Vexus AVX 1880 at the show. My first look at the Vexus AVX 1880 left me mostly impressed, but was it perfect? There has been a big buzz with Vexus as of last year when they introduced a brand new revolutionary aluminum bass boat at the Classic last year. It was touted to be the aluminum boat… ...Read More

Vexus AVX1980

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We have been following the journey of Vexus boats. We checked out the unveiling of the Vexus AVX1980 online on their website and thru Social Media. Just being honest with you, the Vexus looks like one sexy boat. Oh man, I like what I am seeing. I never rush out and buy anything when it first comes out. I like to read real-world reviews and judge from there. That being… ...Read More

Lund Renegade 1775

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I was attending The New England Fishing and Outdoor Expo show, when I stopped at the Hank’s Marine booth to drool over the Lund Renegade they brought to the show. I spoke with Matt Shogren of Hank’s Marine in great detail over this boat and to say I was impressed is an understatement. If you don’t think about Lund when talking about aluminum… ...Read More

2017 Tracker Pro Team 175 TXW

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Boattest.com did a quick performance review and walkthrough of the 2017 Tracker Pro Team 175 TXW, and I figured I would share their video here. I have always been a big fan of the Tracker line of boats. There is a reason they are the number one selling aluminum boat and that is because you get a decent boat for the money. 2017 Tracker Pro Team 175 TXW Here is some information… ...Read More

Alumacraft Prowler 175

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If you are looking for a budget aluminum bass boat with all the basic features, you might want to consider the Alumacraft Prowler 175. Allot of us cannot or will not spend big money on a tournament ready aluminum rig. For the rest of of us, boats in this price range will work. I really like the simplicity of this boat, and you can upgrade everything as you want it or as… ...Read More

Crestliner PT 18

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For 2017 Crestliner has just announce the Crestliner PT 18. If you are in the market for an aluminum bass boat, the PT 18 might be one you want to take a look at. The Crestliner PT 18 has a huge 33-gallon livewell, and tons of storage for gear and rods. This boat has a massive bow deck, with a recessed trolling motor tray, a bow tray, and space for your electronics. Can… ...Read More

2016 Tracker Pro Team 195 TXW

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Tracker boats has just released the 2016 Tracker Pro Team 195 TXW. I am sitting here at my computer drooling. This is one beautiful boat. The Tracker Pro Team 195 TXW is a 19 foot aluminum boat with an 8′ 2″ beam. Can you say wide and stable? It has tons of storage and can hod up to 12 rods up to 8 feet. The tracker also boasts a 27 gallon livewell and the VERSTRACK… ...Read More

Ranger RT178 Cut Away Boat

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While searching for some information on Rangers line of aluminum boats I came across some cutaway pictures of a Ranger RT178 aluminum boat. I was instantly in awe, and it looks like the boat I will seriously be considering for my next purchase. I contacted Pete Peterson from Anglers Port Marine to ask if I could have permission to use his photos on this site. With… ...Read More

Bass Fishing Fail!

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Nothing worse than having a rod go overboard. I don’t care who you are, that hurts. It has happened to the best of us, and it will happen to you at least once in your life. Sorry Dad! Look at it this way, now you have an excuse to go get a new combo.… ...Read More

NOCO GEN3

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I think I found my new battery charger. I am looking at the NOCO GEN3 on-board battery charger. This charger is a 30 amp charger offering 3 banks at 10 amps each. This is perfect for a 3 battery setup. NOCO does offer chargers from 1 to 4 banks, so they have you covered. The things that I really like about the charger is the claim that the charger itself is fully waterproof,… ...Read More