trading boats

[slab stacker]

I have a chance to trade my boat for a triton tr20 with low hours and has been kept in good shape. I havent been around the tritons much and am just wanting some advice on the triton boats. Ride, fishability, and quality. the boat has a 200 hp optimax with a jack plate, hot foot, blinker trim. Im not looking for super fast but 65 and smooth would be about all im looking for. Im a crappie fisherman not a bass fisherman but I do like the way a fiberglass rides and fishes. I have a 2005 xpress with a 115 and im just looking for something a little smoother with pump outs and all the gadgets to help keep fish alive during tourneys and the deck space. My aluminum boat is just a little light for spider rigging and dipping trees. I have to stay on the trolling motor a little more than i would like but still a solid boat.

[vic n]

Dave.."Got Crappie" runs a Triton and I think he's pretty happy with it. I say if the price is right, it would be a nice step up. I'll be stuck with my 'kite' for a long time. If I could upgrade to glass for a decent price, I'd probably jump at it.

[ktjones]

I love my Triton. If I got another boat, that's where I'd probably head back to Triton first.

[triton186]

I have had mine for 11 years and not had any problems at all from it just routine maintenance and it still looks as good as new. The guys i knew with the larger TR21"s with the 250 hp did have some issues with the chine walk but i would expect a smooth 65 mph ride with the 200. I do keep it garaged or covered. It's not quite as big as the one you are scoping out and I have a 150 yammy. It will gps about 58-59 on an average day and has to be my favorite ride so far (hence I have kept it for a long time) with no intention of selling any time in the future. Very stable platform and all around solid boat. Not having payments makes the older models even more attractive.

[hardhunter2]

Is that tr20 with the 200hp under powered? What is it rated for? Might not be something that matters to you but I know it would bug the tar out of me! Just giving ya something to think about! Good luck! I have heard lots of good things about tritons!

[crappies nightmare]

I have 2000 TR 20 with 200 Optimax and it has all power needed. Is stable and is fine for spider riggin etc.
Had 2 Rangers before this but both were 18 ft. The only thing I would definitely do different would be to get some with single console for crappie fishing. My dual console cramps the TR 20 up a bit.

[cookieman]

I have a TR21 with a 225 Yamaha. Runs smooth plus when your dippin the weight of the boat keeps you from getting blown in circles. Good choice