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Bounces a lot if you try to go too fast and won’t stay dry for long lol. I always have to raise the bow and cruise it in.

@@thejackofalltrades5171 Its not only that. It all depends on what you are using the boat for and where at. I'm mainly on big lakes and rivers where the waves can get pretty big and spacious. I just prefer a wider deeper boat like a sea ark or a Lowe. The tracker isn't a bad boat I have a couple of friends that has the pro/xl and got them for a nice price but they even admit they get shaky in rough times compared to my predator and others. Besides that the tracker is a smooth looking fishing machine.

@@zizwehunt1872 yeah i completely agree. I mainly use it in our bay where i am running pretty shallow most of the time. 1-4 waters. When I attempted to go down farther into the jetties where it’s 30-40 feet, exactly what you described. Higher waves, more spaced out and ohhh boy. Didn’t feel so safe lol.

Oh that’s awesome! You take it out in salt water too? That’s some good first hand knowledge. We all know the sales reps can tell you one thing, or reading many forums online, but ownership is completely different.

Damn that price jumped big time

@@jessepalma8871, I returned when I found a bigger one at Walmart for 599

Have you received your boat yet? How long did it take?

It took 16 weeks

Apologies for the long delay. Been really caught up in work lately. But I am preparing a video on how I clean my boat, and how it looks after a year. Stay tuned!

I got it on amazon. I went back to my order history but I didn’t find it 😕. It wasn’t more than $140

ha!

I am working on another video now. Hopefully I will have it up within a week or so.

Looks really good. For the amount of times I have put it in the water, I can't see any immediate damage to it.

Hey Arron. I used a 1” hole if I remember correctly. One of those that looks like a cone with different diameters. I centered mine between the console and wall. I found out that I nicked a stringer although I don’t think it’s a big deal as it was barely on the side. You might want to move yours maybe a little closer to the console so all you get is the foam hollow area. I see stainless steel screws from Academy Sports for boats. I drilled a small hole first. It’s in there pretty solid. Hope it helps.

@@thejackofalltrades5171 Do you recall how thick the deck was before you hit the foam? I'm considering using threaded inserts and then securing the plate with bolts. I'm hoping to be able to avoid the stringers by using a stud finder.

It was probably about 1/4” metal and wood combined. The base I bought has 6 screws all together and it’s solid on there. The counter sink is a nice touch since it makes everything rather flat.

@@thejackofalltrades5171 Last question...Do you use the seat only when trolling, or do you use it when you are transiting using the main motor as well?

Lol no problem at all. Any question I can answer. The front seat I only use when trolling for the most part. I have gone full speed in it and my father in law said he felt pretty safe.

Thanks! Yeah I can imagine them being on back order. Hopefully you get one soon. I personally believe it’s a great boat.

I got it on amazon for about $130. Does great and is a great addition for comfort.

@@thejackofalltrades5171 i had same question, could you share the Amazon link? Your selection fit perfectly, we are looking to buy one and it is the 1st improvement.

Yes sir it is pretty good at night. Lot of light in about 100 degree direction. I got it at Harbor Freight for $45! Can’t beat that. Road shock I believe their brand is.

Awesome! Thanks man!

Smokepole14 i was just looking for one the other day when i saw this video.

Ebay sells them

Hey there. When I spoke to Mercury Marine, they don’t specifically make saltwater and freshwater engines. According to the rep, more power is typically needed for saltwater due to waves, strong currents, tides etc, so they market those specifically for the saltwater community but can be used interchangeably. As far as the boat, I had my doubts for sure. Being made of aluminum, I thought it would eat right through it. It’s an all welded boat, marine grade aluminum (think of the coast guard aluminum boats and buoys). It holds up just fine. Hopefully that helps.

We sure do! Nasty little critters lol

@@thejackofalltrades5171 Why is it that every nice place in the world that i like has them nasty ass critters?

@@gewglesux lol. Good thing about the ones here is that they are very small and I don't think they're poisonous.

@@thejackofalltrades5171 I heard the transparent ones are bad news too.

Highly recommend that spot. Really sounds good. I ended up with a Dual marine radio set from Walmart. It cost me about $40. Can’t complain. Does what I want it to do, didn’t break the bank, and it’s still going strong. I know it’s water resistant and all that, but I still take mine off when I wash the boat. Simple plug in the back and pull.

Go for it! My family and I have made so many great memories on it already. For us, it was definitely worth it.

It's a 2 4X. Now that i've had it for a while, ive come to realize i dont use it at all. I think if it had GPS, for sure it would be part of my trip planning but with me being in 4 feet of water most of the time, not a lot of use for it.

Solid so far. Honestly, i bought it with some skepticism seeing how aluminum boats had such a bad rep in saltwater, but I took a chance on it. I am certainly not regretting it or looking back!

I hear you! I opted for a Smart Hub now. The wink went months with no support, no new additions and it looked like it was going under :(

It feels better than the typical flat bottom boats used here BUT, being so light and these being strong ocean currents it does feel like it get's tossed a bit. I am guessing a lot also has to do with the v hull and how it might have a little more roll than a flat bottom.

Glad I could help. Have any other question don't hesitate. I will do my best!

It's not too bad actually. I am 140 and my father in law is about 150 and while we feel it tilt when we are both on the same side, nothing that gets uncomfortable. My cousin though, is about 230 and you definitely felt the tilt on that one. We just had to stay in the middle of the boat. If i am by myself, its really unnoticeable. I use mine strictly in saltwater and its a bit more comfortable in the waves than my friends flat bottom. Doesn't feel like it rocks as much with the waves. Hope it helps.

The Jack of All Trades sure does help. I’m about 220 my self. So that is good, my brother and i weight the same. So we would for sure have it moving. But it seems like over all it’s a good boat and will handle us both. Thanks for the reply. Happy fighting bud.