🔥 Phoenix Bass Boats vs. Basscat Bass Boats: The Ultimate Showdown! 🔥 (Brand Battle!)

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10 ай бұрын

🔥 Phoenix Bass Boats vs. Basscat Bass Boats: The Ultimate Showdown! 🔥 (Brand Battle!)
Get ready for an epic clash of titans on the water as we pit two of the most iconic bass boat brands against each other - Phoenix Bass Boats and Basscat Bass Boats! 🚤💨
In this thrilling brand battle, we'll compare the speed, handling, features, and everything else you need to know to make an informed decision when choosing your next fishing companion. Whether you're a die-hard Phoenix fan or a loyal Basscat enthusiast, this video will help you decide which boat reigns supreme in the world of bass fishing.
🎣 Join us as we dive deep into the world of bass fishing and put these legendary boats to the test. Who will come out on top? Tune in to find out!
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@mikecherry72 10 ай бұрын

Live wells in a cat are well well thought out. 60/split on recirc and pulling fresh water in. Shape and design of the triangles for less stress. Also the latches on the cat Does not transfer heat into the water like the older latches do. Has a flush valve in the back of the boat so the spray bar is always cleaned out if trash gets in the hose bar. And the Cat wells hold a crazy amount of water.

@johnthornley6168 10 ай бұрын

THIS.... came here to mention the design and specifically the latches. So much thought whereas the birds seem pretty much status quo.

@Dropshot1 10 ай бұрын

I’d like to see individual live wells, sbd the wells moved back on the deck a little. So you’re not accessing from the seats

@Bsfishing44 10 ай бұрын

Let’s go!! Been waiting for this all day. Thanks for another great vid team marine.

@donaldmottice2127 10 ай бұрын

Yes ikon and vexus. I'm going to be purchasing one of those 2 hopefully in the spring next year. Thanks for all your amazing content.

@toddgregory5850 10 ай бұрын

Love the honesty you bring forward in your videos thank you. Whatever you compare next I'm sure it will be good.

@codyhooser3333 10 ай бұрын

Awesome show this week guy's. Can't wait till next weeks Brand Battle!!

@bassfishingchadhill 10 ай бұрын

Great comparison! I've owned a Phoenix and loved it. Cats are sweet boats too. Both are great.

@kevincrawford6936 10 ай бұрын

I too would love to see a bracket system. Your choice from worst to first of all boats. NOW and PAST boats(Legend, Stratos, Champion). And YES on next week's match up between Vexus vs Ikon. Once again you made an excellent entertaining and informative video. Kudos, Bro!!!!

@melbarkerjr1417 10 ай бұрын

Both boats are great! Had both boats. Had an older bass cat and today i have a Phoenix Elite 921.The newer Phoenix have very little plastic, just like the bigger fishing deck and ride and lay out of boat

@nickc8629 10 ай бұрын

Both sweet boats. I run a cat but looked hard at the Phoenix. Great video as always. Bass cat livewell is awesome but man are they deep. Definitely do Ikon vs Vexus.

@lightningmusky5286 10 ай бұрын

Both fantastic boats. The layout would probably be my determining factor between these two. I like the biggest rod locker I can get because I fish Muskie and bass.

@bucknuts8824 10 ай бұрын

Love my phoenix live well. But I like how basscat fills there's to the lid, and creates a pressurized tank to prevent sloshing

@grant877 10 ай бұрын

Do they? Or are you thinking of the Vexus livewells? Either way, both great boats

@AShoresfishing 10 ай бұрын

Love the video but Phoenix ride is smooth like butter. Also my dads 2018 Mercury 4-Stroke’s lower unit went out at around 700 hours. Keep in mind he changes the oil before every tournament, he fished about 15 tournaments a year from local to national.

@harryestep2488 10 ай бұрын

Appreciate the channel and the work you all put into it. Is the ranger sign in the background on a tv or a old school sign?

@uriahadriance461 10 ай бұрын

So awesome great content get you wound up for the day

@scottdufresne3643 10 ай бұрын

This was a great video I’m in the market and have some new prospective on each one 👍

@SteveFriendt-il9fk 7 ай бұрын

Definitely looked at Phoenix when I was in the market. Ended up finding a used BassCat Puma FTD and I can say I am very satisfied. There is nothing that I would change on my boat except I wish my front deck was a little wider. BassCat now has the Puma STS which is a little bit wider. I think you would satisfied with either boat.

@richardprye3895 10 ай бұрын

Looking forward to the Vexus/Ikon battle. Have an Vexus AVX2080, and love it! Looking at glass down the road….

@glenncharnogursk6647 10 ай бұрын

Andy jacked on Pepsi, love the brand battles keep them coming. How about a Brand Battle Royal. Take all the winners of the brand battles and put them all together into 1 Battle Royal.

@TeamMarineService 10 ай бұрын

Great idea!

@mikecherry72 10 ай бұрын

The deck of the cat puts you far up so your partner can join you and have no problem with being in your way. Also it puts you so far up that you won't slap your trolling motor when you side arm cast across that trolling motor or when you flipping and pitching.

@Dropshot1 10 ай бұрын

Yea ikon vs Vexus! Or caymus vs vexus. Great vids! Really helpful

@tomstenbeck8265 10 ай бұрын

Great info here. Definitely like to see ikon vs Vexus next

@501Bassin_SWarb 10 ай бұрын

Deal! Ikon vs Vex for sure!

@brucerhodes5868 10 ай бұрын

I'd be curious to know what your thoughts are on the superfest Riggs Allison, Bullet Stroker

@MrRGiller 10 ай бұрын

Awesome review!! I would love to see IKON versus Vexsus!!

@chadsweitzer325 10 ай бұрын

I've ridden in both a few times, my first boat will be a Basscat no doubt, Phx was 2nd though due to tournament support. Phoenix had so much plastic I was not a fan. Cat build quality and lifetime hull warranty puts it well above every other brand. Ride was far better on a Basscat but driver input makes more of a difference than hull.

@bakervinci163 10 ай бұрын

Yep. They handle big waves and go almost as good as an Allison xb 21, with a 300r. The trailer under the ally is a great trailer, especially with regards to function.

@bakervinci163 10 ай бұрын

But both of these boats are nicer at the helm

@frankgilroy3189 5 ай бұрын

Andy, the only thing you did not include, was a base price of comparable models. I think it would be valuable information to say the Phoenix is priced 10,000 less or whatever and gives you more bang for the buck or vice versa with bass cat! The other thing I wish you would’ve touched on is the flooring in Bass cat. How does it hold up with the closed cell foam and the carpet?

@bucknuts8824 10 ай бұрын

So this was the decision I had to make when I bought new last year. I chose Phoenix because they were just solid all the way around in every category. They we also more affordable. If I had infinite funds, I wouldve went BassCat. You want quality you're going to pay for it

@fishinfaithnc9909 10 ай бұрын

Skeeter vs Caymas and Blazer vs Bullet

@bamadondon0495 10 ай бұрын

Even tho I have a Stratos.. fkn BLAZER BOATS for the win 🏆🏆💯💯😎

@hughesweldingservice 10 ай бұрын

I’d love to see a history run down on Allison and their accomplishments in the performance bass boat world.

@Dropshot1 10 ай бұрын

There aren’t any, some grant guy who fished mlf a few years back fished one. They're too expensive, I’ve heard dealing with them isn’t great! Thyre like a novelty boat, it’s like Ducati. Thyre cool but not long term ownership boats.

@milnzee47 10 ай бұрын

I'm very curious to see how the Vexus vs IKon plays out...but i think you need to run the Vexus like you ran the IKon to give a true review/opinion for ride quality/fishability and so forth...

@tpparker5262 10 ай бұрын

Great video

@finmasteroutdoors 10 ай бұрын

So much good info

@michaelclem1476 10 ай бұрын

I’m going to buy a new or almost new one next year and I’m torn on what to buy. Best friend has a phoenix we fish out of mostly.

@chrishampton8842 10 ай бұрын

Yes we want Ikon vs Vexus

@tomweaver277 10 ай бұрын

BCB has break away tongues that break BEHIND the winch. Makes a big difference of a couple extra feet for garage storage. They think through a lot.

@FishPoint-WithJoeMichels 10 ай бұрын

This is the only way my Caracal fits into my garage. I have a 19'8" boat that everybody thinks is a 20' boat that fits in my garage because of it's length and break away tongue.

@unlock_your_dream_home 10 ай бұрын

Phoenix trailers fold to behind the tip of the bow so no difference regarding storage.

@garrettparkerfishing431 10 ай бұрын

I’d like to see a vid on a legend alpha 211r lol What I mean is I would like to hear your thoughts on the boat!

@calebpayne7205 10 ай бұрын

Basscat customer service is by far the best. Had an issue Rick sent someone from Arkansas to my house in Wakefield Va because the local dealer couldn't get me in. Would pheonix do that? I doubt it

@ImSmittenFishing 10 ай бұрын

Awh I was hoping you did some on water footage with my cat😂

@danielmckeen2465 10 ай бұрын

Great brand battle on the boats-Andy!!!🤠 You know it!!! When you going to do the trolling motor battle🤔 they cost a lot and we need your "EXPERT INPUT"when it used to cost $500-$600 we didn't care🤪😜 but costing over 2k we need help from an"Expert"👍 no excuses Andy!!!😱 just get it done😬🤗🤓 Loving the videos 🤗

@bucknuts8824 10 ай бұрын

Only thing I don't like about my phoenix is the plastic dash bezels. Wish they were fiberglass

@rowdybroomstick6394 10 ай бұрын

Guy I know, his graphs get to bouncing around and torn the damn plastic dash right off.

@bucknuts8824 10 ай бұрын

@@rowdybroomstick6394 screws that hold mine on came undone during a long run, almost lost the whole thing

@liprippinwithmo 10 ай бұрын

Newer ones are not plastic

@bucknuts8824 10 ай бұрын

@@liprippinwithmo my 2022 is

@paulladd7992 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely want to see Ikon vs Vexus.

@russellparker9231 10 ай бұрын

Andy…LOVE your Friday afternoon videos but language dude!

@bwjc6561 10 ай бұрын

Love my Phoenix… my Merc??? Yeah I’m on the fence there. Really think I would have spent less time in the shop if I had a Yamaha on the back of it.

@jbird32677 10 ай бұрын

Love to see a falcon vs skeeter

@Silentroller93 10 ай бұрын

You should do a showdown video comparing all the 2.5hp outboard for the small craft people. I have been eyeing the Suzuki, Mercury and Yamaha motors. I really like how the Suzuki is only 29lbs.

@chanceehuiet 10 ай бұрын

I dunno about now but a few years ago all small outboards were made by the same manufacturer and just sold under different brand names

@rangerbennett 10 ай бұрын

BC Cougar and champ hull Stratos are neck and neck for me for the best ride Ive ever experienced.

@HardmanOutdoors 10 ай бұрын

Can we get an old school brand battle? Champion, Charger, Ray Craft, Sprint, Swift, or Challenger? I run a 202 champ swinging a 250 xs that will out perform most of these new boats...

@ZethKinnettFishing 10 ай бұрын

Love my Blazer 625 Pro Elite. Boat-wise, best decision I ever made.

@Dropshot1 10 ай бұрын

That’s a nice boat!

@davidbarber5266 10 ай бұрын

Yes, Icon vs Vexus!

@mikehoyt8771 10 ай бұрын

Ion versus vexes is a great idea

@c.shoefish 10 ай бұрын

People outside are probably wondering why people are always fighting inside😂😂 great video bro

@bgood419 7 ай бұрын

On the ohio river last summer we blasted off and I ran down and passed a 2 new rangers, 2 new phoenix, and 3 nitro z20's running a 4 blade in my Caymas CX20. I think a lot of those boats are fast when they don't have much in them but load them down with tackle, 2 guys, and full tank of fuel with a little water in the livewells from boat check and they don't seem to be all that fast. During an OBN I raced my buddy in his BassCat down the lake to the first causeway and we were about dead even.

@HookedonHaliburton 10 ай бұрын

2018 bass cat caracal owner here. Boat is a rocket amd drives on rails in calm light chop conditions. But, as soon as i get into cross wakes or rollers it is unpleasent to drive as my boat struggles to have the nose up under 50mph. Probably due to a deeper hull, 96" beam and a 19'8ft hull it just an odd deal. Its just not pleasent compared to my 294 stratos and my 205vs ranger. The basscat was probably one of the hardest to balance with weight as the bow is very weight sensitive and playing with props, even flashed my SHO 225. Build quality is phenomenal other then rigging up front of the bow with the tiny hole sucks are someone who has long arms as youll cut them up pretty good, but beats rangers foam galore. Livewells are deep and phenomenal. Easy access to clean outs and havent lost a fish and come out healthy enough that they are a pain in the ass at weigh in in how lively they are to get in the bag or scale for that matter 😂. Only issue is the lighting in my compartments failed. And im not a fan for the bow where electronics sit as i prefer center not to the right side.

@rex2837 Ай бұрын

Wow, our boat history is the same. I have the new Eyra. My last boat, 205vs 225 Sho flashed. One thing I notice about the cat, it likes running with the waves splitting out at the middle of the boat. In my Ranger it didn’t take too much throttle for the boat to be above the water. It feels weightier / heavier for this reason. I’m still getting used to it. But it’s a better built boat by far, the cat is. I think my 205 did better in super shallow water too. Cat hits the bottom a little more. (2 feet ish). Also I miss my lazy Boy seat from my Ranger. The cats seats aren’t as comfy. So I’m not yet a convert from my Ranger to cat, I only have about 10 hours on the cat. For the record. Also I have to move the trolling motor foot pedal back by removing that carpeted piece bc where it is, wants me out of the boat.

@kevinberta8741 10 ай бұрын

Cayma vs Vexus vs Ikon! 3 way comparison!

@fish4kbcf 10 ай бұрын

RIP headphone users 😂

@jeffquine8883 5 ай бұрын

There's a Phoenix in the 20 to 21 foot range that can out run an Erya or a Cougar? I was 70-71 in in 2019 Sabre on the Ouachita River and Kevin Rogers went around me in his Cougar. Seen him at the ramp, he said he was consistent that day at 84-86 MPH... I'd believe it, he flew by me.

@bamadondon0495 10 ай бұрын

I'd like to see Blazer boats vs. Bullet

@johnhelems721 10 ай бұрын

I’ve never had a problem with my dash it’s a 2015 , you can get fiberglass dash on new ones

@danlaur7973 10 ай бұрын

I've owned a BassCat Cougar & an Eyra & have never lost a fish that wasn't gut hooked in my live wells. I challenge any Phoenix to go by me on the water with my Eyra :)

@Dropshot1 10 ай бұрын

Which did you like better?

@ethanperry4079 10 ай бұрын

Bullet vs Blazer!!!

@daltonclemons224 10 ай бұрын

Yes!!! But I'm afraid icon is just going to stomp them

@ernestmcintyre5640 10 ай бұрын

Recommend you take a look at a Blazer 650 Pro Tour

@Striddefishing78 10 ай бұрын

Yes Ikon vs Vexus!!!!

@codycrites412 10 ай бұрын

Bass Cat has zero-heat transfer latches in their live wells and those ultra bad ass “slam” latches elsewhere. Bass Cat also builds with more of a vacuum process in the fiberglass resin than Phoenix and allows for a longer cure time. Bass Cat also provides a great range of hulls for a broader selection per the water type. The carpet in Bass Cat Boats is heavier and thicker than every other bass boat builder. Hands down Bass Cat here!! I think the cool factor for a Phoenix is a smidge above a Nitro since everybody has one. They’re cheaper to buy and resale value is lower. Lol come on Andy!!! 😊

@bobbarnhill8557 5 ай бұрын

Phoenix boats sit in the mold for a week before being pulled. Phoenix doesn’t not use a chopper gun on the hull and top cap. Bass cat does. Bass cat deck lay out is not for everyone. Bass cat makes a great boat but I liked the Phoenix lay out and esthetics much more.

@mudcovered07 10 ай бұрын

Or how about IKon versus the winner between caymas and vexus?!

@MichaelP-Fishing 10 ай бұрын

100% Ikon VS whatever monster you can! Who is KING!

@tnbassmaster 10 ай бұрын

Can we get a bullet 21 Xrs over under?

@kamerondilks2962 10 ай бұрын

Should do Blazer vs bullet brand battle.

@robertkaiser8905 10 ай бұрын

BCB front decks are too narrow unless you buy STS.

@bmaliha 10 ай бұрын

Fished in both and both are excellent bass cat livewells are the better of the two, no metal into the livewell so no heat transfer and the triangular shape prevents sloshing plus they are so deep the fish can almost stack 5 vertically without touching. As far as speed they are close but Cats are faster even with a 250. Build quality and constant innovation are what put Cats ahead. Cat came up with the folding trailer tongue, trailer steps, recessed trolling motor pedal and many others.

@vernonneal7050 10 ай бұрын

Both are nice boats...you just have to drive them...both get squirrelly at high speeds

@lancemabry6707 10 ай бұрын

Best riding boat for rough water? That’s still being made so can’t say Champion Andy lol😂. Keep the brand battles going!!

@charlesnorthrup5394 10 ай бұрын

Lynx

@robbypelfrey7677 10 ай бұрын

YES

@BarkingRugers 10 ай бұрын

LMAO.... come on Andy, lets swing for fences, GatorTrax vs ery'damnbody 😂

@taddd85 10 ай бұрын

Great review . I liked seeing that johnson sign my 01 tr20 has the 225 johnson ho never had any issues hopefully one day I can upgrade until then mines paid for . I would love to see a allison vs bullet comparison speed,ride,fish ability,reliability ect . Thank you keep it up brother .

@brushymountain1 10 ай бұрын

I've got a 98 evinrude 225 ( carburetor ) on a 91 dynatrak ste (heavy boat) Still runs strong, just drinks the gas. Upgraded to a 2017 x19 with a 150 4 stroke yamaha. The difference in gas mileage will pay for the boat. I love that old 2 stroke, but I burn literally 1/8th the amount of gas for the same distance ran ; with that 4 stroke

@taberz1 10 ай бұрын

I am Cat guy but wish they'd make their shorter rigs more comparable in deck size to Phoenix. I like Phoenix but HATE plastic dashes.

@fishncoach8699 10 ай бұрын

I Co a lot and the Phoenix rides better than the Cat... Best ride I've been in! Hate the back deck on the cat with the tube always in the way. But they do seem to be built really solid

@emmanuelschwartz8955 10 ай бұрын

I agree

@bigd3475 10 ай бұрын

Over/under Phoenix 819 and over/under basscat p2 or pantera classic.

@shaneforsythe2013 10 ай бұрын

The “Fishability” I don’t agree with when you talk about deck space. Have you seen the “STS” series? Their decks are HUGE!!!

@ZethKinnettFishing 10 ай бұрын

Do a Blazer vs...

@juleswinnfield826 10 ай бұрын

Midget with a case of.... LMAO. Classic Andy... great work, many thanks

@kirkreusch5704 10 ай бұрын

Ikon vs Vexus yes.

@banginbrass 10 ай бұрын

Yes we want ikon V’s Vexus

@Bbest6933 10 ай бұрын

Ikon vs Vexus 🎉🎉🎉

@stevehart6343 10 ай бұрын

Yes

@bucknuts8824 10 ай бұрын

Phoenix trailer is made by marine Master. Had my master cylinder replaced less than a year.

@bobbarnhill8557 2 ай бұрын

master cylinder is made by UFP/Dexter. Same as Every other boat trailer. Marine master trailers are made very well.

@corychandler2587 10 ай бұрын

Ikon vs Vexus..!

@fishingva2167 10 ай бұрын

Do a blazer vs ballistic video

@tw9676 10 ай бұрын

Yes ikon vs vexus

@bamadondon0495 10 ай бұрын

I wonder if the live well system in the bass cat really does do something beneficial for the fish other than just looking cool because it's a different design? A legitimately wonder that I'm not making a smartass comment... So if anybody owns one comment back and let me know, does that help the fish.. are the fish really in a more vertical position and is that do something for the fish? Every live well I've ever seen opened on a bass cat has always had pool noodles in them same as me and a lot of other tournament anglers . But with that design.... Should you even need something to keep the fish from banging around if they're in a more vertical position? .. these are all questions I'm really asking I'm not being a smart-ass ✌️

@charlesalexander4309 10 ай бұрын

I have never lost one single fish in my bass cat live wells. Never.

@charlesalexander4309 10 ай бұрын

I own a 2016 bass cat caracal. My father, new 21' caymas. My uncle new 21' Phoenix. I've owned rangers, Norris crafts, triton. The truth is that they all have something different, that you don't like. They all have their own issues. I like my bass cat, I liked all of the other boats mentioned here as well. However, after having had the bass cat for a while, it is the best boat for my needs. Next boat will be a bass cat.

@stevebrimer1257 10 ай бұрын

yes make that video

@banginbrass 10 ай бұрын

Best budget 20’ bass boat

@jeffreyau1286 10 ай бұрын

I would like to see Tracker tin Bassboat vs Crestliner tin Bassboat and see which one is more worse lol

@jacobcollins5827 10 ай бұрын

That's a phenomenal idea😂

@kellymoore4517 10 ай бұрын

Creastliners are built solid these days!

@unkierich 2 ай бұрын

Saying a boat looks like a hundred thousand sitting on the trailer might sound like a compliment until you stop and think a Bass Cat Jaguar comes in closer to two hundred thousand. Also pointing out they don't lose many fish in that triangular live well must really come as a punch in the gut to Ben Milliken who culled fish all day and then showed up to weigh in with only 4 fish. Either Ben can't count to 5 or a fish snuck out.

@joeg1709 10 ай бұрын

Way too many red bulls that day, Andy lol

@timroyall6513 10 ай бұрын

Always wanted a Bass Cat, but also love the Phoenix brand. I can't afford either so if someone would like to donate, feel free. I wouldn't turn either one down!