All Basscat's are awesome. But the P2 handles and fishes so much better than the rest imo. I fish some tiny backwater with my Pantera, no issues. Rough big water, again no issues. I'd like to see a loaded 60k premium edition at some point, that would be the fisherman's choice. Damned near the perfect hull.
This video was the final cherry on top to not Purchase a 2018 Lynx. After a few reviews they said the same thing. I hope they fixed the problems with the new redesigned hull
Thank you for the video John. I just had a question on where you store your net when moving from spot to spot and also longer runs? Also which net do you recommend a guy purchase that will work well with the Eyra? Cheers buddy
Ranger Pro Net. Collapses and fits in the center coffin box, there’s a designated Net storage area. For bumpy water or smaller runs, the handle fits between pass seat and center box, net loop sits on the step cooler .
My kids are getting older and I want to be a bass coach when they get to high school. I wan't to upgrade in the next couple of years. I have been in 18-18.5' Champions my whole life. How does the space on the front deck compare? Can it hold 8' rods? How is it fishing 3 out of the boat?
John buddy what do you think about the couger ? Why dont anybody run them they look like a little wider boat and are they fast ? I really like the looks of the couger the decks look big on them what is your take on the couger plz ? Thank you so much
Honest info /Weight sensitive boat.I purchased a 2020 lynx with a 300 XS it is now for sale. Boat quality is good haul design not so good.that is why there pro staff went back to an Eyra . Wish I purchased a different model Cugar,Puma Or Eyra. Drive the lynx with 100lbs of Rod’s and tackle in the front compartments and you will see the boat under performs. I would still recommend bass cat but if changes are not made to get bow lift I would not recommend this model
Coming out of a few champions thinking about going bass cat. Do you have an opinion on which would maybe be the best eyra lynx or cougar/hybrid ? Thanks.
I'm looking for a boat that is dry (as possible) when running big water like Lake St Clair and Erie. Is the Lynx dry when you have run in bigger waves?
john i tried to run a v boat 14 ft i got sea sick one day the waves or weather get me real sick i have a older ranger v361( it' the one that had a newer motor put on it) with a water stabilizing system, when fishing i figured i own it the other bigger boat why not run it and see how it works! after i recovered i had a stroke then blood clots the new meds reversed the damage a lot! I could travel and camping , fish & hunt some! i feel a lot better! but i am in what looks like ice land now where i live now! its all ice
John, this video is awesome!! I wish there were more videos like this explaining the differences between models of boats. I am 6’7” with 2 bad knees. I feel like I need the stability and width of a Lynx but how would you advise overcoming the depth of the Lynx for someone with bad knees? Also, how does the Lynx draft in regards to shallow water?
Robert Napier Tge Lynx drafts very little water. It’s so wide. The trick for getting up is to stand up, step back on step between seats with left foot, then step forward on front deck. Make sense?
John, that does make sense. Thanks so much for the advice! I do think Bass Cat makes some of the finest boats. We don’t have a dealer near us in Greenwood, SC so I have to ask questions where I can before taking the long drive to our closest dealer. Thanks man!!
I own a Ranger z118, my garage is 19’1”. I park it diagonally. Lately I realized I can get another 2’ into the garage. The Eyra is the only 20’ boat that will fit. With swing away tongue it’s 22’11”. How much side to side movement? I’m short and I’m thick (fat). Is the fishing stable. Can you do some videos on stability?
I purchased a bass at lynx with merc 300 x/p designed by rick pierce. Weight sensitive boat under performed with 70 lbs on front deck. Called bass cat spoke to Kevin short and rick.they did nothing to rectify my issues . Sold boat due to could not get bow lift and felt boat was unsafe . Had boat for 6 months. Sold boat lost $30,000.00 will never deal with this company again. I now own a Allison Xb 21 great boat no issues.the lynx was a very poorly designed boat. Even your pro staff went back to the Ezra maybe bass cat should listen to them.very poor experience. Think twice before buying a bass cat no customer support .
@@JohnCrews It doesn't count unless your in the Elite series? Well, that's an elitist attitude alright. Also I didn't even say anything about me personally, that was you. I just said no way 70's is "blowing every other boat brand off the water" and its not.
Bass Cat is as fast or faster than any major boat brand. That was my point. There are niche bass boat brands that run 100 mph. I’m talking about the boats I have to compete against.
Now that was a good honest review/explanation about his preferred boat. Did not sound like a boat commercial at any point. Good Luck in 2020 John!
Ken Brown That’s what I tried to do. Thanks man
Have to agree, did not sound like a boat commercial at all! Watched the whole video, wasn't the same repeated sound bite's either. Very good job!!!
The Eyra is my #1 choice, glad you'll be most happy again in 2020. Good luck out there.
My favorite is Caracal.
New boat smell, I love it too!!!
Great job john thank you for your honesty much respect
Awesome John. Great information on your decision!! The best indeed!!
choices choices. no one boat will ever be perfect for every situation. nice to see your insight on the matter.
You got it. Thanks!
The Eyra is my dream boat. For now i will stick with my P2 :). Good luck this yr!
All Basscat's are awesome. But the P2 handles and fishes so much better than the rest imo. I fish some tiny backwater with my Pantera, no issues. Rough big water, again no issues. I'd like to see a loaded 60k premium edition at some point, that would be the fisherman's choice. Damned near the perfect hull.
@@waylonlevins yes i do love mine for sure!
This video was the final cherry on top to not Purchase a 2018 Lynx. After a few reviews they said the same thing. I hope they fixed the problems with the new redesigned hull
Thank you for the video John. I just had a question on where you store your net when moving from spot to spot and also longer runs? Also which net do you recommend a guy purchase that will work well with the Eyra? Cheers buddy
I don't use a net so I am the wrong guy to ask. LOL
Ranger Pro Net.
Collapses and fits in the center coffin box, there’s a designated Net storage area. For bumpy water or smaller runs, the handle fits between pass seat and center box, net loop sits on the step cooler .
My kids are getting older and I want to be a bass coach when they get to high school. I wan't to upgrade in the next couple of years. I have been in 18-18.5' Champions my whole life. How does the space on the front deck compare? Can it hold 8' rods? How is it fishing 3 out of the boat?
John buddy what do you think about the couger ? Why dont anybody run them they look like a little wider boat and are they fast ? I really like the looks of the couger the decks look big on them what is your take on the couger plz ? Thank you so much
A number have run them on tour. It runs good. Has same hull as Puma.
@@JohnCrews thank you buddy good fishing and luck this season love watching your videos .
How shallow of water can you draft in? I fish the upper Mississippi
Honest info /Weight sensitive boat.I purchased a 2020 lynx with a 300 XS it is now for sale. Boat quality is good haul design not so good.that is why there pro staff went back to an Eyra . Wish I purchased a different model Cugar,Puma Or Eyra. Drive the lynx with 100lbs of Rod’s and tackle in the front compartments and you will see the boat under performs. I would still recommend bass cat but if changes are not made to get bow lift I would not recommend this model
Still for sale?
Coming out of a few champions thinking about going bass cat. Do you have an opinion on which would maybe be the best eyra lynx or cougar/hybrid ? Thanks.
John why the eyra over the cougar or puma? Have you run either of those models?
Basscater81 That’s a long answer. Sounds like another video idea
I’d be interested as I’m currently in a P2 but will be upgrading
@@JohnCrews i would like to know as well. I currently have an 06 Puma but am looking to purchase a new boat.
@@JohnCrews well?? Make the video😂
Recommendation for first bass cat boat? 18 to 19 ft.
Gregory Chuhta Depends on budget.
If buying new , I would hands down get a Bass Cat Pantera Classic, they'll run 70-72 loaded maybe 68-70 with two guys and tourney loaded
I'm looking for a boat that is dry (as possible) when running big water like Lake St Clair and Erie. Is the Lynx dry when you have run in bigger waves?
john i tried to run a v boat 14 ft i got sea sick one day the waves or weather get me real sick i have a older ranger v361( it' the one that had a newer motor put on it) with a water stabilizing system, when fishing i figured i own it the other bigger boat why not run it and see how it works! after i recovered i had a stroke then blood clots the new meds reversed the damage a lot! I could travel and camping , fish & hunt some! i feel a lot better! but i am in what looks like ice land now where i live now! its all ice
gatorred157 Dang man. Rough go of it. Keep on fishing bro!
Mid 70's on a lake is ridiculous!
You mean exhilarating 😎
Have you driven the new hybrid? Seems like best of both worlds with fishability around docks and rough water ride.
glda0301 I have not. Wasn’t ready last time I was near Mt Home
@@JohnCrews I'm thinking it would be perfect for here in WI with our inland lakes and Green Bay.
John, this video is awesome!! I wish there were more videos like this explaining the differences between models of boats. I am 6’7” with 2 bad knees. I feel like I need the stability and width of a Lynx but how would you advise overcoming the depth of the Lynx for someone with bad knees? Also, how does the Lynx draft in regards to shallow water?
Robert Napier Tge Lynx drafts very little water. It’s so wide. The trick for getting up is to stand up, step back on step between seats with left foot, then step forward on front deck. Make sense?
John, that does make sense. Thanks so much for the advice! I do think Bass Cat makes some of the finest boats. We don’t have a dealer near us in Greenwood, SC so I have to ask questions where I can before taking the long drive to our closest dealer. Thanks man!!
I own a Ranger z118, my garage is 19’1”. I park it diagonally. Lately I realized I can get another 2’ into the garage. The Eyra is the only 20’ boat that will fit. With swing away tongue it’s 22’11”. How much side to side movement? I’m short and I’m thick (fat). Is the fishing stable. Can you do some videos on stability?
I purchased a bass at lynx with merc 300 x/p designed by rick pierce. Weight sensitive boat under performed with 70 lbs on front deck. Called bass cat spoke to Kevin short and rick.they did nothing to rectify my issues . Sold boat due to could not get bow lift and felt boat was unsafe . Had boat for 6 months. Sold boat lost $30,000.00 will never deal with this company again. I now own a Allison Xb 21 great boat no issues.the lynx was a very poorly designed boat. Even your pro staff went back to the Ezra maybe bass cat should listen to them.very poor experience. Think twice before buying a bass cat no customer support .
Blow every other boat brand off the water? Running in the 70's? Nah man, not the case
I must have missed you out on the Elites. What boat were you in?
@@JohnCrews It doesn't count unless your in the Elite series? Well, that's an elitist attitude alright. Also I didn't even say anything about me personally, that was you. I just said no way 70's is "blowing every other boat brand off the water" and its not.
@@JohnCrews B.Lat Falcon 205 Mid 70's ua-cam.com/video/gUMXKIExjkE/v-deo.html
Bass Cat is as fast or faster than any major boat brand. That was my point. There are niche bass boat brands that run 100 mph. I’m talking about the boats I have to compete against.
I’ve yet to be passed by a Falcon when running full speed and I’ve passed a number of them.