Quality and workmanship Bob P Beach City TX.

Are aluminum bass boats good. A shallow draft and a tough body make a big difference to me. An aluminum boat suits my needs perfectly. However the company does offer a number of Mod V models.

Link to post Share on other sites. Bass boats come built with plenty of storage and livewells which means youll have everything you need built-in. This is what allows you to use a trolling motor for something so large.

Considering Johnny Morris now owns both companies I would imagine the Ranger aluminum bass boat will be discontinued. Generally speaking Alumacraft has a reputation for offering a quality boat at a reasonable price. The biggest advantage of aluminum boats is the reduced weight.

Theres no way you can fish like that unless your boat floats in very little water and unless it can handle the occasional collision with a big rock or a hard scrape against a tree limb without. If you need proof just pay attention to Bill Lowen during this weeks Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Elite at. Bass boats are lighter than most boats their size.

Even took it in saltwater a few times with no problems. This reduced weight makes aluminum boats more fuel-efficient. Mod Vs have shallower bottoms and raised decks near the gunnel.

First as we mentioned using aluminum instead of fiberglass can cut the price nearly in half. While the aluminum boats of yore may not have been held to the highest specifications market competition from brands such as Lund G3 and Ranger have upped the game. I want need to be fishing back in thin water thats choked with structure and cover.