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PostPosted: Jan 24, 2014 9:23 am    Post subject: First Boat Recommendations Reply with quote

I am going to be purchasing my first boat within the next 6-12 months. This will be my first personal boat, but my dad and I had an '05 Mobius LSV when I was in high school and I did 90% of the maintenance so I know what it entails. I am looking for something in the 40-60K range, ideally I'd like to stay under 50. I know some might suggest getting something older/cheaper for a first boat, but I don't want to throw 30K just to sell it a year later and lose 10K in the process. I've ridden behind a lot of boats but want more input. I myself wakeboard a lot but I'm more interested in getting something that is comfortable for 8-10 people. I'd prefer a better surf wave over a wakeboard wake. Some boats that I have been considering:

08-09 SANTE 210
06-08 X 45
10-12 A22
1-2 year old Mojo 2.5
3-4 year old Supra 22SSV
09-10 Tige RZ2

Any input on some of these is greatly appreciated. One other concern I have, is if I go too big, like the X45, I may need to upgrade my truck first (2010 Ram Hemi but with 2wd).

Thanks in advance!
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PostPosted: Jan 27, 2014 6:17 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

my vote is for the a22, i think you get the most for your money with the axis. second would be the SANTE. good luck!
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PostPosted: Jan 27, 2014 8:49 am    Post subject: NewBoat Reply with quote

BTC, do Not be hesitant on buying a good used boat. You could buy a nice 2005 VLX for $35,000 use it for three years and sell it for $35k! 8-10 people? Come out for a ride!
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PostPosted: Jan 29, 2014 11:15 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I'll sell you my 2011 a22. Laughing
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PostPosted: Feb 19, 2014 6:42 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Check out the new mastercraft NXT. It's gonna be 50k and will come out this summer. It'll be like the X2 in looks just not as fancy. Still drive like a MC and drives better than Moomba or Axis. Just google it
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PostPosted: Feb 22, 2014 1:23 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

its not GOING to be $50k, its STARTING at $50k

Axis t22 starts at $50k. When you add options, trailer, etc., it ends up closer to $65K.

Also, its a 20' boat. a22 is 22'.

Finally, the a22 looks much better than the nxt IMO, and realistically the NXT wont be ready for delivery until fall of 2014
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PostPosted: Feb 24, 2014 1:48 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

No it's going to be 50k. You don't get any options. It comes with what it comes with. The only thing that could cost you anymore would be a tandem axle trailer instead of single axle.
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PostPosted: Feb 24, 2014 1:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Plus the T22 is Axis, which is a sh*tty Malibu. And Malibu is already sh*tty quality. This is a Mastercraft. They don't need to brand it different because it will be Mastercraft quality.
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PostPosted: Feb 25, 2014 5:45 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

hmm, kindoitall, are you an MC rep? you joined the same day you posted in this thread touting the NXT, and these are your only posts on this site--praising a boat that hasn't even hit the water yet. the axis has been proven to have an amazing wake for a hard-to-beat price, yet you call it a "shitty malibu"? maybe your marketing tactics need a little refinement, pal. Rolling Eyes
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PostPosted: Feb 25, 2014 5:57 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

kindoitall wrote:
No it's going to be 50k. You don't get any options. It comes with what it comes with. The only thing that could cost you anymore would be a tandem axle trailer instead of single axle.


Lol, that's is news to me, and news to Terry McNew (the president of Mastercraft) who I spoke with on Saturday at the Grand Rapids boat show.

They'll also be releasing additional sizes in the future, but starting with the 20'.

They have a couple of complete boats made, but haven't released them for obvious reasons while undergoing testing. Production should start in May.

Look through my posting history. I called the T22 down to the correct name, and the a24 release.
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PostPosted: Feb 25, 2014 1:57 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Don't get a Mastercrap boat, they are Waaay overvalued!
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PostPosted: Feb 25, 2014 3:00 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

this thread is like every thread i read through on the other site. it is entertaining though
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PostPosted: Feb 27, 2014 5:02 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Trolls gunna troll I guess...
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