Forestfisher Loc: Kentucky

Hello all, I am hoping to retire soon and purchase a bass boat. I am thinking something like a 16-17 ft. Tracker with 50hp motor. My question is the best type of hull such as deep-v or slight -v for fishing larger lakes in Ky. such as Cumberland and KY lakes. I am just a hobbiest fisherman so I would not be in foul weather but would like to feel secure if there was a little chop. I would appreciate the pros and cons of hull types. Thanks Ed

D Tong Loc: San Francisco,Ca

Had both of the trackers one was the pro team 195 and the other one was a guide 175 deep V the 195 any rough water and you get wet the 175 handles choppy water much better 👍👌good luck

Greenyonline Loc: South Carolina

I went with a 2000 Lund ProV and a good boat but a good choice is a boat with little or no wood in it. The decks (plywood with marine carpet) have been replaced twice and need it again. A aluminum or composite deck would have been way better.

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saw1 Loc: nor cal Windsor

Hey FF. I have a 2004 185 Pro Team Tracker and have loved that boat ever since I've owned it. Have had it out numerous times in 2+ foot whitecaps and it handles it just fine. Not that I enjoy fishin in that weather.
On smaller lakes where the waves/swells are closer together and my 185 bridges across them I can still run up on plane across the tops of the whitecaps. My buddy's boat is a 16 foot Klamath deep V and his boat doesn't handle the rough water as well as mine. Much rougher ride and you have to go slower.
I can still run bout 35mph across the whitecaps as long as it's not on BIG water where the waves/swells are too far apart. I would NOT want to try that on Lake Tahoe or any water that size or bigger.

Smitchell Loc: Church Hill TN

I always had V hull boats for the longest time while growing up. When I retired, I picked up a 1974 Ebbtide Bass Boat as a project. I restored it and even with a little 25 hp motor on it, it runs great on the water. It has a tri-hull and once it planes out, it's smooth, fast and I don't get wet. I'm not saying I wouldnt want one the $50k bass boats with a 300 HP motor and all the bells and whistles on them, but there are times I think, that some at the boat ramp are over compensating 🤣

saw1 Loc: nor cal Windsor

I catch as many, or more, fish out of my Tracker boat as those that have $50,000.00 + boats. The boat doesn't have a lot to do with you catchin fish. However, one might make you look/feel better to be seen in.

RuffplayOR57 Loc: Klamath Falls, OR

I’m with you Saw, it’s certainly not how much it cost as to what kind of service it will give you. I’m working on fixing up my Grandpas old 13’ aluminum Valco V hull. Did not cost much when he got it but has had a ton of fish in that old boat. I’m looking forward to getting it back on the water.

saw1 Loc: nor cal Windsor

Good for you RP. I hope you put a ton more fish in it too.

Greenyonline Loc: South Carolina

Hahahahaha Yes! I agree, sort of. My fishing partner went with me to pick up my new Lund ProV18. We were both wowed and had cheek cramps for hours. But he reminded me more than once of the many many fish we caught with my old modified Mirrorcraft 14’ with 25 horse Merc and my older Starcraft 12’ that got a 9.9 Merc, 4 1/2 hp Merc or trolling motor depending on what small water we fished with it. And we dragged a canoe through the woods to nearly unknown ponds to catch fish and make memories. In the smaller boats we went where big boats dare not and we took MUCH less gear and we fished more and ran from one spot to another way way less.
We have great memories from the bigger boat as well. No need for boat snobs or boat envy to exist as fishing is a personal experience for each fisherman. On a big water a big boat CAN/MAY present more opportunities to catch fish if used wisely, not just dashing mile after mile burning gas. On smaller or more protected waters it’s about the fisherman more than the boat. But to say you catch as many or more fish etc etc, that may or may not be true but doesn’t even need to be said. It’s not a contest unless you are in a tournament. Now that is a whole other issue. Hahahahaha Anyway, it’s all supposed to be fun.

RuffplayOR57 Loc: Klamath Falls, OR

Nicely said Greeny, fishing and Havin’ fun is the Name Of The Game!

Az Bob Loc: Phoenix, AZ

Sounds like you might be getting up there in age so comfort, safety, and fishability (stability when fishing - don’t want to fall out when other boat wakes tip ya when fishing - plus reasonable storage areas) are keys. I’ve owned both types (V hull and pro bass boats). Look at metal, V-hull, and wide (my V-hull is 96”) like Alumacraft, Lund, and Tracker to start. I’ve fished TMX’s, and for fun, in all of them at one time or another, and they’re durable, easier on up-keep (if not too full of wood), and lotsa fun. I’d suggest you get the largest motor the boat is rated for as eventually you’ll want it. Also, a trolling motor which has an deploy assist, and light enough to easily stow, etc. I know I’ll get an argument, but 16’ in length will be a starting point if you want that stability, storage, and safety on the water (ride, room to move around, a place for your buddy, and stuff, etc). Fishing is supposed to be enjoyable and fun. Find something that fits your expectations and enjoy that retirement! Best of luck....

B Davis Topwater

Congratulations on your upcoming retirement. My thoughts on boats is to go a little bigger if at all possible. Fishing is an addiction that has us unable to pass a tackle shop and always looking for another toy. I often fish lake Erie where the waves can go from calm to crazy in a NY minute, therefor I drive a 20 ft. Ranger. I believe Cumberland is an extremely large body of water and you'll want a comfortable boat with plenty of storage. I've fished with my on Erie in his 20ft Lund in high waves and felt safer than in my Ranger. That said, Lund makes a smaller 1875 series that is very nice. A little more than you are looking at but, in my opinion worth a look see.

Boats are difficult to find in our area (Northeast Ohio) so good luck in your search

Don't be like the guy who says I wish I had bought a bigger boat

cwpirman Loc: Morehead,KY Caverun lake (Muskie,Bass,C

v hull is best 4 choppie water