I have a 2006 Lowe Stinger and LOVE it. They are 100% owned by Brunswick (same folks that own Mercury, Motorguide, etc.). Tracker is owned by Tracker Marine Group owned by BPS folks, not Brunswick. You can't beat these new Mercury EFI Four-stroke motors ... perfect start, sips fumes, purrs like a kitten, etc. The boats are 100% aluminum, Tracker decks AND transom are wood. The upholstery is MUCH better in the Lowe. Take a serious look at them ... I bought mine for several hundred LESS than the Tracker at BPS and got some extras options as well.