There’s a affordable boat option for everyone at every level of fishing. Don’t for one second believe that owning a boat is out of reach for you. Think about what you need in a boat and shop for a rig that serves your needs.

The perfect bass boat is the one you can afford....

I'm thoroughly enjoying your videos, very informative! Keep them coming Brian!

Great video!! Love it, most everyday bass boaters only look at speed!! I’am like you how far I can run an old timers like me know that we look for how it fishes! Keep it up! Not only do you do an outstanding job with all you’re video’s, You outstanding character an you’re love of family are what makes me follow you!! Looking forward to watching you again!!

That is going to be a nice looking boat when it is all together! Thanks for all of your information and that falcon looks great on the side of your new rig!!

Atlanta falcons boat A !!! Cool good luck with the new ride brian ! Be safe !

Thank you. ... Love your knowledge, and insight on bass boats. Very informative :) ... Also, i've never thought about range, absolutely something to consider.

Hi had to subscribe after watching this video. Most honest boat talk I have ever heard. Keep telling it straight! Thank you.

I’m a sucker for black/red anything! Nice rig!

B-Lat man I really enjoy watching your videos. You are an inspiration to me. Thank you for providing clarity in your videos. I have a dream to own a boat some day. You have given me some foundational things to consider when I get to that point.

Good video BLat, visualizations help those of us who are mentally challenged, lol. Never thought of some of the points made but it all makes sense when explained the way you did. Nice boat and wish you the best in the upcoming season, need some more wins and you are due. God bless you brother!!

Love your channel! Great content.

I’m in the boat market. This is the exact type of information I was looking for! Thank you!

Yep, this is the truth. I'll be fishing ABA tournaments this year and some big bass one offs out of a Tracker 175txw with a 75hp Mercury. 4 blade spitfire prop. Helix 10s, Ultrex, hopefully mega 360 by mid season. Shallow water capability. You're correct. My biggest limitation is fuel/range. Even for the local/regional circuit I fish.

I run a 18’ Ranger with a Yamaha 150 - flies and great fishing platform - I like a single axle with no brake axles ( way less maintenance) I think this boat is great due to the fact that I can fish all sorts of water .. Thanks for another great video

I love this video Man. You have just helped me even thought I'm not a Tournament Fisherman. I fish Crappie and get at it in a Fish/Ski and as I get better and better fishing I've come to realize I'm limited and fighting boat control more than fishing. This HELPS ME. Thanks. 🤙

Awesome video....thanks for all this insite. I've owned a couple boats and always have a hard time figuring out the next boat purchase.

I gave this video a thumbs up 👍 the moment I heard you were doing a boat build Vlog. Ty I do like these types of video. You help us make better choices when we are trying to do the same, within time 😎🙏👍

Good Vid B Lat!! I love my Ranger Z518. Its all I need and it does everything I need it to do. It's not as expensive as the bigger models, but with a 200 she will roll.

My F185 has a 175 hanging on the back. Took me 15 months to get it but it was worth the wait. But I've always ran boats that size and I've never wished for a bigger boat because it's more difficult to get them into tighter spaces. And for those who are wondering, it'll run 65+ with a full load and power poles.

I have a 19.5 pro bass model aluminum express and it has 45gal capacity which with a 175sho is ridiculously good on gas. It handles just as good if not better than some 21’ bass boats I’ve road in. This boat was my affordability. Great vid B Lat!!

Great video, I started with a 17ft, then bumped up to a 19ft triton, then a 21ft cobra. Now I'm in a 21ft legend that original had a 200hp merc on it. Blew my power head and put a 250 pro xs on it. What a world of difference it made, and definitely agree, bigger boat holds in the water much better.

The perfect size for me is the size that will fit in my garage.

You have the best videos. Great tips tha whole 9 yards. Thank you

Man sharp boat BLat like it simple and the darker colors are cool.

Love your vids!!!

good looking boat best of luck this year

Nice Boat keep it simple and catch big Bass👍

That's a Beautiful Boat , I am hoping someday before it's to late to own one just like yours ! Congratulations

I have a 1999 Nitro 17 with a 115 since 2004 2nd owner. Been a great boat an does everything I need it to. Been paid off since 2006. It’s like it puts money back in my pocket every time I turn the key.

Nice, cant wait too see it out in the water.

🗣 Yo B. Lat man we missed you specifically from NY 🔥🔥🔥🤙🏽🤙🏽😂

Whatever is in my shed and paid for! 1987 350v have had since new , bulletproof.

I have a 19’ boat with a 200 as my tournament rig. Started out with it because it’s what I could afford but now I don’t think I’d change. Fits in the garage better, easier to tow, easier to load and launch on my own. The only thing that sucks about it is when I want to fish more than 2 guys out of it it gets tight. And an extra foot or 2 would make running rough water even easier. But for a tournament angler that is spending 90% of their time with no more than 2 guys in their boat it is the deal.

Honestly I think 18 8 is truly the perfect bass boat size, can get into tight spaces very maneuverable, but big enough to handle significantly rough water...plus that’s the longest you can typically get a single axle trailer from most brands which I think are better cause there’s less crap to worry about

Thanks for featuring the 185! We've finally got a chance up here to get them. Their site may have been updated, the 185 is rated for a 175hp. Would like to know your thoughts on it, you drove one during the promotional material shoot for the boat. Great video! Can't wait to see more this season!

I agree with 100% of this video, however, I have never honestly thought of range in the equation. I’m going to do some math based on GPH estimates of the three engines you’ve mentioned. This will decide my choice for my new boat. Keep being you brother!

My bass boat is a 2050 ls bayliner boat with a v8 . Great video cuzzzzzzz

Get you a 16-18 Lake Jon!! Like ya videos man just subscribed!

Sweet video....what happens to your guys boats when you upgrade to the new model? Do you guys have to give them back? Or are you able to sell them for a profit?

Great explanation....

Will the smaller motor and fuel Economy not egual out as far as miles per gallon ? I got a 250 sho and it depends on how heavy my foot is but it can really suck the gas.

great job Brian. Are you fishing the opens again this year ???I was routing you on last year along with Scot Marten it would have been awesome to see you both in the elites this year.

I'd say the ride quality is another big one too. I started on a 16ft the went to a 20ft Skeeter that was really smooth, then drove a friend's 22ft Ranger that was amazingly smooth, then I bought a 19ft Ranger that is an extremely rough ride and less stable compared to my Skeeter and that 22ft ranger. Right now after 1 year, I'm already trying to find a way to sell the 19 and get a 20ft boat again because I live on a Lake of the Ozarks which is extremely busy and rough and the 19 is just a killer and sketchy ride.

What to you typically do with the boat you used the previous year?

I’m passing on my 16’ war eagle aluminum boat, I’ve been bass fishing out since 06. Moved into a legend v20. Caught just as much bass in the war eagle. V20 just a little more comfortable of course.

nice video very nice I like when you do your blogs about building your boats. You can't pick the size gallon tank that you want in your boat? So if I had an 18 footer there I couldn't just go with a 50 gallon tank in there? just a curious question I just wanted to know if I could have that auction 50 gallon in a 18 footer the would they allow it or not?

I'm fishing out of a Ranger RT188P, would have loved to have jumped up in size and power, but did i really need it? Just a fun fishing now a days, on a large lake in Va, the cost vs. need just wasn't there..

I was gonna say any bass boat is the perfect bass boat but someone beat me too it lol

I can smell that fiberglass plant from here and I'm in WA state, oh great its even in my clothes now, lol. Great tour Brian, thx for sharing. Garmins FTW!

i fish out of a 18’6” skeeter with a 150 runs ~58mph with a tournament load in it. single axle trailer and tows like a dream. have won plenty of money in her

This video is fascinating. Personally I think i could do a sub 18 foot a lot of times. 19 is good for me. Also I rarely exceed 50 mph

I think 19 to 21 is the place to be. HP doesn't matter. Always a speed demon that's faster. I have a 21 ft skeeter and my fishing partner has a 19 ft skeeter. My boats more stable all out but his isn't unstable. The pros don't outweight the cons and vise versa.... His boat gets into tighter shallower spots. Mines more enjoyable offshore in rough water. Comes down to what you can afford, store, tow etc. I'll never go back to a 16 ft boat unless I have to. I hope I don't have to!

I'd have to agree. Range is the biggest factor. Having to worry about being able to get fuel on a long run is most important. I run a Ranger 185 and that's my biggest deal. Good video B.

Should fo that green next year

Doesn't the F185 have the option for a 175 motor? Also do you have a discount code for Falcon? :) you sold me on wanting to get the F185

Are you fishing the Toyota series this year are the pro circuit ?

Some great logic shared in this. Any reason why pros almost never choose to use lighter and less expensive materials for their hull?

I just purchased a new to me a 2013 Nitro z9..... and I can't wait picking it up tomorrow...... I'm coming off a 17 foot aluminum boat that leaks its ass off..... so a big transition for me

Brian… I took your advice, paid cash for a boat I can customize and rebuild my way. I do need a little advice though. Arizona is scorching hot. What can I do to mitigate heat buildup in the boat and on surfaces. I’m assuming white deck and something like a light colored sea deck.

Only problems with 18ft boats is that your rods don’t stay completely on the front deck and they’ll go into the dash a bit other than that their nice if you mainly fishing alone and don’t need a ton of space

Don't they allow jerry cans? I always have a 2 gal jerry can just incase I make a mistake.

I like the number 21, I'd like a new 21' Bass Boat. More room.

200hp Yamaha 4 stroke at WOT uses 19.2 gph. A 250 hp Yamaha 4 stroke at WOT uses 23.8 gph. Big Difference. If you can run 72 mph in a 195 with a 200hp motor and 40 gallons of fuel (like you say), your range would be 150 miles at WOT. Running a bigger heavier 205 with a 250 Yamaha 4 stroke at 72 mph, would give you a range of 151 miles at WOT. Lot to consider for just an extra mile.

what do you do with your old boats?

I fish high school tournaments by my self and my 17 foot works perfect

Does Charger make the best big wave big water bass boat?

I guess it depends on if the 12" is on the front or the back. I think 6" on the front and 6" on the back would balance the boat the best. Hehehe,. Love you B.

Do you sell your previous years boat?

Wait, wait, wait ✋ you said MLF!!!! 😯 you are fishing MLF for 2021 🙂 good stuff Cuz!!! What tour are you fishing? 🤔...... Man that's so great 👍🏽👏

Hey buddy I would love to have your old boat if you dont want it anymore IJS no need to let a perfectly good boat go to waste🤣🤣

Wassup BLatt!! Glad to see a new video!

It’s about time to upgrade out of our f215 which is the 6th boat made

I think that if ur gonna be fishing on the bigger lakes ur not gonna regret having a bigger boat when the waves get bad

Can you do a video on fiberglass vs aluminum? I can't make up my mind what I want.

Sharp boat

You mention FLW in the vid, are you going back to FLW or sticking with the Bass Opens??

Im 15 and bought an 18ft and its perfect for me

I get what you're saying it's almost like there more drag against the wind when sitting still this video made me understand about different lengths sooooo much better thank yoy

In South Africa we put 250 V8 on 17ft boats 🚀

10' to 12' ... kayak. 😁🎣😎😊👍🎣

I’m going to downsize to a 16 or 17 foot. It’s much easier to get into the offbeat stuff on rivers.

Are you fishing any bass opens this year?

I ran a 18 ft boat on the Great Lakes plenty and believe me when I tell you that a 20 or 21 is not going to help you when it gets bad.

My biggest hang up w shorter is rod storage, the newer boats may be better designed

Would a 18 foot with 150 hp 35 gallon vs 19 foot with 200 hp 45 not go about the same distance because of weight ratios and all?

Man I have a 97 javelin 400 te with a rude 225 on the back and the thing is awesome but my dream boat is a falcon 205 I have built 20 of them on there website one day brother one day but good luck this year catch some 🐖!!

I plan on getting an Aluminum boat as they are much cheaper and I don’t tournament fish

Man they need to put the pro xs 175 on that 185.. Now what's the difference in the 200 to the 250? They are the same weight. I have a triton 19trx with a 225 and it runs the same speed as my buddy's 18trx with 200. I know the 200 thru the 300 pro xs 4s are all the same displacement. So why not be able to have 225 on the 19ft?

Mlf Blat?

B-Lat...thanks for doing this video. Never seen anyone else cover this topic. I wouldn't have thought about the gas tank being a factor but makes since. I have a 20 ft boat with a 225HO and a 51 gallon tank. Seems like I have the best of both worlds!

I like the 205 Hybrid. Why is it the norm to put carpet in bass boats? Your hooks stick to it and I get really bad leg fatigue. I saw a Falcon hybrid at a dealer at Lake Conroe that had every option and was like 90 grand though! One thing I like a lot on the falcons is how the rod locker opens. My dream boat is still a gambler though.

Fiberglass vs aluminum bass boat

Come on cuz, your fishing MLF this year? Good luck!

Read the title and wasn’t sure if that was supposed to be a euphemism..

Bro if you really love to fish you could fish from a 12 foot John boat,we fish from a seventeen footSkeeter and I love it.

How much for each one just standard never hear the prices on them

Yes sir

No longer with favorite rods?

I would get the 195