Opinions

[duckfreak]

Guys looking for some opinions on good mid range priced bay boats. Sold my old Mako Cuddy Cabin, now looking for at least a 21' CC bay boat and can't decide which brand to go with. Looking at Nautic Star and Mako's. Any input would be appreciated.

[outcast]

Mako isnt what it used to be. Id go with the nautic star,

[longcast]

I have the nauticstar 1810. I love this boat. I think it's the best riding 18 ft boat out there. The best boat for the money. That's just my opinion. I live in lake Charles. If you want to go take a ride just let me know. Btw I don't ride. I fish and ride on the way to the spot. Lol. Just let me know if your interested.

[LaAngler]

haynie Z21 OR

blazer bay 2170, skeeter 20, pathfinder 22, etc... on and on.....

[alphaman]

I just got a quote from the blazer bay dealer in raceland. 2170 150 yamaha 4stroke. tyrolling motor dual bank charger seats hull color alumni trailer. Tandom axles. $28800 is the quote he gave me.

[cmdrost]

get a frontier 210 or 2104 (fully capped version). Made by Kenner.

[speck25]

I got the 21' nautic star and really like it.

[mikedatiger]

If you're looking for a family style boat then the Blazer Bay would be hard to beat. If you're looking for a pure fishing machine then I would take a hard look at the Haynie Z21. (IMO)

All of the boats mentioned are great boats. Really boils down to what fits your eye, budget, warranty options, etc.

[SaltyShaw]

Originally Posted by cmdrost

get a frontier 210 or 2104 (fully capped version). Made by Kenner.

Pretty bad arse boat! I looked into them before I came across my blue wave, like them alot

[Raymond]

Spend the extra $$$$$$$$$$ and buy the larger motor, fuel economy, speed, and resale value will more than compensate for the additional cost.

[cmdrost]

yep....highly recommend at least a 200 on any 21 ft Frontier, Blazer Bay, nautic, etc....

[Ray]

Too small of a motor will work it harder, not get the lifespan out of it like a bigger one.
It is best to go with the max recommended horsepower, unless you are just putt putting around.

My boat came with a 115 or 150 hp motor. There was a lot of difference in time to plane and top speed. Not much difference in price.

If you really want a deal, get the past years model during a boat show. Most of the time, they are the exact same boat, just a different year model. You can get them around $3000 to $5000 cheaper, same warranty. You will just lose a little on the resale due to the model year. If you are keeping it for more than 7 ot 8 years, it won't make any difference on resale, motor and hull condition is what will sell an older boat.

[LaAngler]

Originally Posted by cmdrost

yep....highly recommend at least a 200 on any 21 ft Frontier, Blazer Bay, nautic, etc....

i run a 21 kenner rolled edge with a 2.5L 2 stroke 150 merc/21p, i think it easily moves 50 mph

the 2170 blazer is pretty much the same hull since blazer splashed PF/Kenner hulls

[Big Ridge]

Theres a Really nice Haynie Z21 on 2 cool Gray and white for 36,000, its been there a while probably could get him down. I talked to him his wife is pushing for a camper.

[duckfreak]

Thanks guys I really appreciate all of the feedback, keep them coming the more info the better

[booyagasha]

http://neworleans.craigslist.org/boa/2335620790.html

im digging this mako bay boat
DAMNED GOOD DEAL...look what you get for 26k , isnt the boat 40+new?

[all star rod]

Originally Posted by booyagasha

http://neworleans.craigslist.org/boa/2335620790.html

im digging this mako bay boat
DAMNED GOOD DEAL...look what you get for 26k , isnt the boat 40+new?

Looks to be a great deal. However, I would look at the boat first and still do get a boat mech to check out the engine. Good luck.

[SaltyShaw]

damn that is a good deal!

[booyagasha]

Originally Posted by SaltyShaw

damn that is a good deal!

gotta love desperation sales

[duckfreak]

Originally Posted by booyagasha

http://neworleans.craigslist.org/boa/2335620790.html

im digging this mako bay boat
DAMNED GOOD DEAL...look what you get for 26k , isnt the boat 40+new?

Gonna give him a call today, that is a great deal, looks to be well maintained, I'll bring my mechanic along to check it out. Thanks for the heads up