Express, Alumaweld, War Eagle or Allweld?

[Slidellkid]

I am thinking about buying an aluminum boat for all-around fishing. I will probably get one 17-20 feet in length. What brands do you like? I had an express years ago and never had any problems out of it. What do you all believe is the best brand for aluminum. Not sure I want to pay for custom. Just need a good all-around rig for some salt water and Toledo Bend action.

Anyone having any problems out of the Express Bay Boats - I have been seeing a lot of them for sale that are barely used and it makes me wonder if folks are not liking them.

Tell me what ya think!

[bohunterbiff]

I own an Xpress 18HD CC Bay. The boat is all aluminum no wood, light, fast, drafts 6", wide and stable, jumps on plane quickly, and handles 6' breakers with ease. I have already had die hard bass fisherman trade their bass rigs in for a boat like mine. Have had no issues with itso far.

[Slidellkid]

bohunterbiff,

Thanks for the reply. I see you are up in Rosepine - I live in Deridder. Where is the closest dealer to our area?

[bohunterbiff]

I found my boat complete with the Redfish package at the Boat Ramp in Port Arthur, Tx. Great guys to deal with.

[mriguy]

H20CC Xpress, hyperlift hull handles chop MUCH better than the hydrodynamic hull. Max HP is 150, but a 115 pushes it nicely

[Slidellkid]

Nice boat mriguy.

[bohunterbiff]

I agree, the hyperlift hull is better than my hydrodynamic hull for rough water. My one regret.