I’m looking at different tracker pro crappie boats – what are the pros and cons of the various models?
There are so many different crappie fishing boats out there from which to choose, and the best favor you can do yourself when you are in the market, is to research! Remember not to limit yourself to getting your research in one place. You can learn a lot online. You can learn a lot from dealers. But, perhaps the most beneficial place to gain some often hard earned wisdom is from other anglers. If you have the opportunity, go hang out with some pros. Ask questions. As you probably know, fishermen are usually eager to offer their opinions. Just be prepared to sift through them to arrive at a choice that will work for you. Some things you should consider when you are buying a crappie boat is budget and what features do you really need to maximize your purchase and make it work for you. If you are really just a recreational fisherman, for example, you might not need a huge motor, but if you fish tournaments, it might make all the difference if you can quickly get from point A to point B. That being said, the following crappie boats deserve your consideration: The Duracraft 1650 Crappie Boat: Extremely stable and sturdy. Holds up to 4 anglers at a time safely. 50″ bottom weight, and 70″ Beam. The War Eagle 861 Predator is excellent. IT has a smooth ride and a V hull. Comes with extended rod boxes, recirculating 84 qt. capacity dual live wells at the bow and the rear. ProCraft 200 Combo is a good choice. It comes with trolling motor, 12/24 motorguide, depth finder, live well, and has an extra wide 9 foot beam for added stability. Tracker Panfish 16 is a good choice at a reasonable price. It has an insulated live well and a built in bait well, as well as many other options. 1753 Triton Crappie Series has a wide beam and a specially designed wide bottom. The layout is very angler friendly and has all the bells and whistles. Triton 1653 SS Stick Steer is really good for swift current and submerged brushy areas.