Skeeters WX series vs. MX series

  • arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    #1320149

    Listening to the powerful endorsements from so many anglers across the state it is quite evident Skeeter Boats did their homework when designing the all new MX series. In private conversations with James Holst prior to this introduction he told me this is going to be the best designed Walleye boat in it’s class. I’ve never known James to walk away from a statement so I knew it was going to be special. Some may say this is indeed the multi-species boat designed by fisherman for fisherman. I remember Steve from the Skeeter Boat company spending hours with fisherman at last years houseboat excursion on Rainy lake. I had the pleasure of throwing in my 3 cents as well. Although I haven’t been privileged to drive this boat yet it simply screams for anglers to get behind the wheel and drop the throttle.

    While reading Dustin Stewart’s fishing report recently I see the “Ole River Pro” is MX Bound!! Knowing there is simply no substitute for the perfect boat for your guide service I listened very carefully to what he had to say. I believe it speaks volumes that he is choosing the MX1825 for himself.

    It is becoming quite evident Skeeter Boats has 2 very dominate fiberglass boats that simply surpass anglers wants and needs. I’m interested on what the impressions are from other anglers on which series of Skeeter boat they feel might best fit their needs??

    Frankly I still demand the WX series boat. Now keep in mind I run 4-5 people in my boat regularly. I run big water everyday. I love the massive amounts of storage as well. I happen to like the big bow as many times I have 4 or 5 guys slinging baits and 2 are up front. At this point I obviously need all 21 feet so the MX vs. WX for me is a bit of a moot point. Still with the tremendous value one might assume the MX series will quickly add a larger version of this all new hull design. A year or two down the road I wouldn’t be surprised to see this in a 20ft layout.

    What I will say is I continue to be in love with the wave smashing power of my WX series boat, but clearly understand there are many different needs for fisherman across the state. The MX series looks to have SMASHED even it’s lofty expectations as anglers sat and waited for the release. Whichever boat you decide fits your style of fishing best I believe anglers across the Midwest are becoming quite wise about the amount of boat they are receiving for their hard earned money being invested.

    Anglers have been given quite a good reason this year to turn their old boat into something shiny and new from the Skeeter Boat Center!!

    On top of all this I have to (Once again) tip my hat to both Dave and Greg from the SBC. They helped facilitate my sale of my 2010 WX2100 which enabled me to design my 2011 guide boat “Sho Time”. The sale took place last November. This boat was sold to a very good customer of mine. My customer was to take deliver of my 2010 WX2100 “Fancy Pants this last week. Dave undertood I wanted my customer to be very happy with his new purchase. As a surprise to me both Dave and Greg in the heart of the boat selling season drove to International Falls to deliver my 2010 boat to my customers. Beyond that they preceded to spend parts of 2 days with Mark and Patty afterwards taking the whole team out to eat at Sha-Sha resort where we all sat around telling stories and laughing!! EVERYONE I know and I mean EVERYONE has raved about the customer service of the Skeeter Boat Center. I know I’m just a fishing guide, but my $$ is hard earned. I’d drive 10000 miles for the peace of mind I receive dealing with the SBC’s outstanding team. Thanks so much for all you do!!

    (Pictured are my customers Mark and Patty as they are receiving some instructions on Humminbirds SI while proudly sitting in THEIR new Skeeter WX2100)

    This was the first time I saw my old guide boat on the water from……Another boat!! Dang is that a sharp boat!! ENJOY Mark and Patty you’ve got a GEM!!

    brian_peterson
    Eagan, MN
    Posts: 2080
    #968068

    Good read Chris. I’m very anxious to see the mx tiller.

    Ron Johnsen
    Platteville wi
    Posts: 2969
    #968074

    Bring on the Mx i’m ready for a new boat mines 8 years old but tin

    arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    #968096

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    Good read Chris. I’m very anxious to see the mx tiller.


    Of course I’m not on the inside track as far as plans go for a tiller model Brian, but due to the immediate popularity on the initial introduction of this MX1825 it only seems natural to bring it out in a tiller model. Tiller guy……are TILLER GUYS!! Heck Skeeter might as well OWN the marketplace!!

    arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    #968100

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    Bring on the Mx i’m ready for a new boat mines 8 years old but tin


    I would think this is a perfect time to trade in a used boat. There seems to be a severe shortage of good used fishing boats on the market today.

    There is little doubt in my mind Zonar…….You’d look might flashy in a MX1825!! Surely you’d have to go “Hat on Backward” with the speed I hear the hull is producing. I’d be willing to bet Mr. Marquart might eveng throw you a Skeeter cap in on the deal!!

    a-and-t
    By Rochester,MN
    Posts: 708
    #968142

    Chris, we took the MX threw the “race track” last weekend and as I was pulling up on the throttle Dave says keep her pinned ! Pretty responsive steerring to say the least, and the hull hugged the water with no skipping at all. All I know is the way Skeeter is taking on the market resale values down the road should be alright. BTW I let Dave know what is on my wish list for down the road

    kroger3
    blaine mn
    Posts: 1116
    #968151

    Any idea what the expected price is going to be mildly rigged and maxed out horse power?

    arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    #968153

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    Chris, we took the MX threw the “race track” last weekend and as I was pulling up on the throttle Dave says keep her pinned ! Pretty responsive steerring to say the least, and the hull hugged the water with no skipping at all. All I know is the way Skeeter is taking on the market resale values down the road should be alright. BTW I let Dave know what is on my wish list for down the road


    A little birdie told me you test drove the MX series. No it wasn’t Dave!! Your secrets are surelly golden with him!! I was going to call you to see what you thought of the MX compared to your WX1850. I don’t slide or chatter on tight turns either, but I do run a big 4 blade prop with lots of water contact. Now that being said I don’t hit the back channel tight turns at 60, but I’ve been known to hit 50 on a tight turn. You can see the eyes of customers light up as we burn mere feet from the ledge rock and Jack Pines!! There is little doubt in my mind both of these models will hold a great resale value. Oh…… I’ve got plans of my own pal!! I too am keeping it zipped. You show your cards first!!

    BTW the “Fishing Queen” and I took “Sho Time” out for an evening rendevous for shallow water walleyes……and they were “ON LIKE DONKEY KONG”!! I believe the Black appears to be rather stealthy for the late evening bite, and frankly I had to see the red under-lighting kit installed in low light!!

    arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    #968154

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    Any idea what the expected price is going to be mildly rigged and maxed out horse power?


    Hey Kroger

    I’ll have to let the SBC boys jump in with that information.

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    #968155

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    Any idea what the expected price is going to be mildly rigged and maxed out horse power?


    Hey Kroger

    I’ll have to let the SBC boys jump in with that information.


    Final pricing should be available some time this week.

    arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    #968160

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    Any idea what the expected price is going to be mildly rigged and maxed out horse power?


    Hey Kroger

    I’ll have to let the SBC boys jump in with that information.


    Final pricing should be available some time this week.


    Or the Great Oz of IDO!!

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    #968167

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    Any idea what the expected price is going to be mildly rigged and maxed out horse power?


    Hey Kroger

    I’ll have to let the SBC boys jump in with that information.


    Final pricing should be available some time this week.


    Or the Great Oz of IDO!!


    We’ll still need those SBC guys to come up with the numbers.

    dmarkq01
    Eau Claire, WI
    Posts: 76
    #968181

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    On top of all this I have to (Once again) tip my hat to both Dave and Greg from the SBC. They helped facilitate my sale of my 2010 WX2100 which enabled me to design my 2011 guide boat “Sho Time”.


    Hey Chris, glad we could help out. And thanks for the compliments. We strive to provide very personal service to all of our customers! It was a pleasure finally meeting Mark and Patty in person after eight months of phone contact. They love your old (not very old) boat!!

    WX Series vs MX Series – Both are awesome and designed to make sure Skeeter has a model that every avid angler would consider. Pick the one that best matches your personal needs. For the 2012 model year, we’re loading up. Plan to stock the largest selection of both WX and MX boats to be found anywhere in the country!!

    Thanks again, Chris. Have a great day!

    arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    #968196

    In the hustle and bustle of todays world “service” has often been left behind in many sectors of our marketplace. When it comes to an anglers lifeblood a guy simply needs to feel comfortable that his teams will stand right beside him with his boat and motor purchase. I believe this is what sets your staff apart in the industry. I also believe it is a wise decision to stock deep for 2012!! Beyond that Dave BLOCK off time in your schedule so you and Greg can get out and fish!! NEVER again can you come to Ifalls and NOT wet a line.

    jeff_huberty
    Inactive
    Posts: 4941
    #968299

    I am really having a hard time trying to decide about a new skeeter, I am not sure all the reports have me leaning one way or another.
    Although I realize that you really don’t need to go 60 mph
    I am worried that I will miss the speed and power of 300 ponies.
    From what I have read the largest Motor is either a 200 HPDI or a 150 HP 4 stroke.
    I am pretty dead set that if I do decide to buy that I will insist on a 4 stroke motor. So with that being said if I was to switch to the new MX series, am I going to be dissapointed by not maxing out the available HP for that boat.

    Jeff H

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    #968332

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    I am really having a hard time trying to decide about a new skeeter, I am not sure all the reports have me leaning one way or another.

    Although I realize that you really don’t need to go 60 mph

    I am worried that I will miss the speed and power of 300 ponies.

    From what I have read the largest Motor is either a 200 HPDI or a 150 HP 4 stroke.

    I am pretty dead set that if I do decide to buy that I will insist on a 4 stroke motor. So with that being said if I was to switch to the new MX series, am I going to be dissapointed by not maxing out the available HP for that boat.

    Jeff H


    Jeff

    About the only way you’ll know for sure if the move from a 300 HP outboard to a 150 HP 4 stroker will be right for you will be to drive the new MX. That said, we did just post a video that has angler feedback after driving the MX 1825 with a 150 Yamaha 4 Stroke that might be of some help. Everyone I talked to that drove the MX 1825 with the 150 thought it offered outstanding performance.

    http://www.idofishing.com/videos/viewvid.php/Number/1014793/skeeter-boats-mx-1825-demo-angler-feedback

    arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    #968406

    Hey Jeff

    The “Ponies” on your motor have a direct relation to how much boat your pushing through the water. From what I’m gathering this new MX hull design has very little drag vs. say the deeper WX series. A smaller HP motor can flat out make this boat burn!! So guys need to be sure they understand a smaller motor does not mean less power/Hole Shot/Mid-Range or Top end for that matter. Still on a plus side your not burning as much at the pump. Power is relative to what your dropping the throttle with.

    I think the only way anyone truly knows for sure is to take her for a spin!! Seems from some of the reports coming out the SBC should be handing out racing gloves to all drivers!!

    docfrigo
    Wisconsin
    Posts: 1564
    #969094

    Like James said to me, “drive it”. That being said, I am really interested in how the 200 HPDI holds the boat up on plane at lower speeds compared to the 150—maybe it won’t be much, might be a lot. If there was a real difference, could mean a big difference in lower planing speeds and quite possibly the 200 HPDI would get better gallons per hour v/s the 150 four stroke at said lower speeds. It’s crazy how much speed they are getting out of a 150-but will wait and drive ole Deano’s. If I am on a 10-15 year boat plan, going to wait a little to make sure I buy it right the first time.

    yes, James I know—-drive it!!!!!!

    AllenW
    Mpls, MN
    Posts: 2895
    #970476

    Just curious, how many 8 to 8’6″ musky rods will comfortably fit in the side rod holder?

    Comfortably kinda means you can grab a rod with out dragging half the others along with it.

    Al

    dmarkq01
    Eau Claire, WI
    Posts: 76
    #970804

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    Just curious, how many 8 to 8’6″ musky rods will comfortably fit in the side rod holder?

    Comfortably kinda means you can grab a rod with out dragging half the others along with it.


    Hi Al,
    I would say 4-5 comfortably — very easy access. I haven’t actually played with rod holster storage to see how many could fit in there if pressed.

    It’s a very roomy storage area!

    AllenW
    Mpls, MN
    Posts: 2895
    #970809

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    Just curious, how many 8 to 8’6″ musky rods will comfortably fit in the side rod holder?

    Comfortably kinda means you can grab a rod with out dragging half the others along with it.


    Hi Al,
    I would say 4-5 comfortably — very easy access. I haven’t actually played with rod holster storage to see how many could fit in there if pressed.

    It’s a very roomy storage area!


    Thanks.
    Not quite enough for a couple musky fisherman, considering the trend for 8 foot plus rods, but it’d help.

    Al

    dmarkq01
    Eau Claire, WI
    Posts: 76
    #970842

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    Not quite enough for a couple musky fisherman, considering the trend for 8 foot plus rods, but it’d help.


    Understand. Having lockable rod storage for 8.5 ft + rods has been an industry issue, and Musky rods are only getting longer for throwing those huge lures. In the MX1825, gunnels rod storage space has been maximized. Capacity is dependent on what each angler is willing to tolorate for rod spacing. The lockable rod holster was James idea and offers excellent storage for an 18’4″ boat. Haven’t tried to put 8 ft rods in center rod locker yet, but I know 7.5 footers fit easily. It will be interesting what we can put confortably into all the storage areas once we have more time with the boat…

    AllenW
    Mpls, MN
    Posts: 2895
    #970857

    Not sure anybody in a 18 foot boat has enough rod lockers for musky guys..:)
    Al

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