mercman Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 (edited) ttfn Edited July 5, 2012 by mercman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spincast Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 wow - that was one really fast bass you were chasin' . Did you ever catch him? I take longer than that to get out of the marina and it looks like you went from Montreal to Quebec City! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Does your brother have something to prevent pucker marks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I don't get it...Never have, never will...Why is it nessasary to go light speed in a fishin boat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTHM Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Nice boat, but I'm prejudiced, as I own a Ranger as well. He may be over propped as the hole shot seemed a bit slow. You were doing around sixty or so? I find that is a good trolling speed for not a lot of fish. However the incidental hookups are a blast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTHM Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I don't get it...Never have, never will...Why is it nessasary to go light speed in a fishin boat? Because it is FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRT8 smoker craft Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I don't get it that looked like a nice smooth ride what was violent about that ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Nice boat, but I'm prejudiced, as I own a Ranger as well. He may be over propped as the hole shot seemed a bit slow. You were doing around sixty or so? I find that is a good trolling speed for not a lot of fish. However the incidental hookups are a blast! Ya 62, and he is experimenting with something either prop or jack plate It sure is a violent ride.I love it though. Its a fun platform to fish off of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skeeter Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I don't get it...Never have, never will...Why is it nessasary to go light speed in a fishin boat? It is to maximize fishing time and minimize travelling time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I don't get it that looked like a nice smooth ride what was violent about that ? The roar, the wind, the skin being pulled up and over your forehead Coming back we had whitecaps. Didnt slow us down a bit, but i am 2 inches shorter now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I don't get it...Never have, never will...Why is it nessasary to go light speed in a fishin boat? Judgeing by the head on the motor behind you, you can get some speed outta that thing too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 A big thing for me, is not being at the wheel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I guess I'm prejudiced...Been rudely buzzed by Bass boats more than any other...I ALWAYS slow or give a wide berth to boats fishing...Seems like many bass boat owners don't think to do this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRT8 smoker craft Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 LOL it's more fun on the greatlakes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish_fishburn Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 What was wrong with that? Looked like a nice pickeral chop which is perfect for running a bass boat. Fishing and speed go together so nice. And I love the feeling you get from a V6 2 stroke. So much torque, its sic. Not so nice when your the passenger and the pilot is just learning, can be down right frightening. Not insinuating anything Mercman just saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish_fishburn Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Don't tar us with the same brush Pigeontroller. Theres just more show offs with fast bass boats. Same thing as with muscle cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I don't get it...Never have, never will...Why is it nessasary to go light speed in a fishin boat? I agree, 100%! Because it is FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! No it's not. Bad things happen like cameras falling out of boats. Fishing and speed go together so nice. Not in my world they don't. "Bass Blaster" brings to mind another fantastic Bass product. <iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/0BQFv83QJ2Y" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Mmmm...that's some delicious bass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I don't know of any 'speed bumps' on my folks lake like that... maybe it's a sign? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I guess I'm prejudiced...Been rudely buzzed by Bass boats more than any other...I ALWAYS slow or give a wide berth to boats fishing...Seems like many bass boat owners don't think to do this... Well this one does....as a mater of fact, its the seadoos and jet boats that give me a problem.A well tuned BB, on plane, leaves very little wake behind it. But, its like anything, there are everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTHM Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 No it's not. Bad things happen like cameras falling out of boats. Screw up just ONE time.... Until yesterday that was last time I had mine out. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_614 Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I remember being out on Lake Ontario with a bass pro and I forgot to wear my tighty whities, lets just sat the BOYS were not happy with the landing over and over again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skipper D Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I kinda like to think of the safty thing first and was wondering what if , you were to stuff some of these fishermen and their partners into the center of inner tube's before they went out , that way if some thing nasty happened the front page might read .... Local Bass Anglers take flying leap ....all in a rolling Donut this week end .... and lived . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UglyBug Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 (edited) Ok to all you who are whining about bass boats going to fast and buzzing people. Let me set the record straight. I always goes as fast as i can because I can, If i wanted to do slower I would by a Princecraft (kiddin Paul) I always steer clear of other boats because I want to, and its the right thing to do, I always wear my PFD because you should, and oh yeah I always catch those fish because I'm good at it. What drives me out of my freakin mind is others who have no idea what they are doing. examples anchoring in the main channel, Failing to yield, fauilure to respect others,jet skis owners who think they own the lake( yes I was told that last time I was out fishing ) and finally those who try to say that going fast has no place in fishing. To you all I say How many of you go faster than allowed on the highway or maybe tailgate to close or talk on cell). I and most bass boat owners that I know are very capable drivers and would never want to kill themselves over fishing, let alone mess up those pretty boats. So as I am zooming by to reduce the wake, I will wave politely to ya"ll and be on my merry way. And yes the hole shot is something I am working on right now. I have been messing with the WOT and water pressure. Now its time to re-prop.. Also before you blow a gasket think before you type, it makes for a nicer day I think. Ps: Paul Rain suit will be shipped today The Time......6 AM......the place...............Bass haven......The ride......18 'Ranger Comanche 40th Anniversary edition.....the power........Mercury......#1 on the water. Click pic for video. At one point you can just barely hear me above the wind, screaming like a girly boy Edited July 4, 2012 by UglyBug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokestackLightnin Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Why do you have to travel so fast, the answer is simple, because you can. A car is no different. For the most part, it's not the machine that is the issue, it's the operator. Whether it be a bass boat, jet ski, ATV, large cruising boat, etc. The list goes on and on about machines that for some reason or another people have issues. Unfortunately you don't have to pass an I.Q. test or an etiquette test to buy any of them. From the video I would say the operator of this Ranger is a good one. He made sure he had a clear lane before taking off, he is made sure his passenger was set, he is wearing a PFD and he has on hearing protection. From my experience, it doesn't matter what kind of boat it is, an "idiot" behind the wheel is still an "idiot". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Ok to all you who are whining about bass boats going to fast and buzzing people. Let me set the record straight. I always goes as fast as i can because I can, If i wanted to do slower I would by a Princecraft (kiddin Paul) I always steer clear of other boats because I want to, and its the right thing to do, I always wear my PFD because you should, and oh yeah I always catch those fish because I'm good at it. What drives me out of my freakin mind is others who have no idea what they are doing. examples anchoring in the main channel, Failing to yield, fauilure to respect others,jet skis owners who think they own the lake( yes I was told that last time I was out fishing ) and finally those who try to say that going fast has no place in fishing. To you all I say How many of you go faster than allowed on the highway or maybe tailgate to close or talk on cell). I and most bass boat owners that I know are very capable drivers and would never want to kill themselves over fishing, let alone mess up those pretty boats. So as I am zooming by to reduce the wake, I will wave politely to ya"ll and be on my merry way. And yes the hole shot is something I am working on right now. I have been messing with the WOT and water pressure. Now its time to re-prop.. Also before you blow a gasket think before you type, it makes for a nicer day I think. Ps: Paul Rain suit will be shipped today Now thats what i call setting it straight !!! Right on all counts Bro.Like the 2 chunky monkeys on the seadoos that buzzed us cause we are purdy:rolleyes: If this gets outta hand i will delete it, no worries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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