Jump to content
  • GUESTS

    If you want access to members only forums on HSO, you will gain access only when you Sign-in or Sign-Up .

    This box will disappear once you are signed in as a member. ?

Pro-V IFS


LakeTahoe

Recommended Posts

I need some MORE advice! I am sold on the Verado, but now I just would like some more info. I have a 1750 Tyee now, but want to sell and get a Pro-v IFS (full windshield)... how is this boat for big/rough water compared to my Tyee? The sides are a little lower on the pro-v... which would provide better fishability, but is it more susceptible to big waves coming over the side (driving or drifting)? This pro-v is a ton of money, and just want to be sure I am getting the RIGHT boat.

LT

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Funny you should ask that question: I went from a 92 Lund 1750 Tyee to a 05 Pro-V 1900 IFS and haven't had any regrets. The sides are a little lower as you said, but I haven't been on any water I wanted to stay out and fish in that it wouldn't handle safely or get any wetter than I might otherwise. For fishing, you can't beat the Pro-V and for my 2 cents the windshield is well worth it on the "not so nice days", I wouldn't buy another boat without it. If you do more of the pleasure boating and skiing, then I'd go with the Tyee again, otherwise the Pro-V wins hands down for fishing in my opinion.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I love the lower sides of a prov it makes it so much easier to handle fish and get them out of the water. The windshield obviously will help. I doubt you notice much of a difference between your tyee and the prov ifs. I really like them myself. I have a dual console prov and you still can get pretty wet grin.gif.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Quote:

That why I like my Tyee!! I dont like to get wet!
tongue.gifwink.gif


You must just not go out when it is really rough grin.gif. Plus for me getting wet is the trade off for a more fishable boat for me I like the lower sides better than highsides. If it cost me getting wet someday that is why I have rain gear grin.gif.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Quote:

I ran a ProV 1800 for 8 years. The ProV's are a hard rider and lots of water comes over the side given the right wind conditons and direction of travel. Other than that it is an excellent fishing platform.


I would have to imagen you are right since I haven't ran a tyee. I suppose they are heaver so they would stay in the water better. I am sure the side block waves better as well.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Do your research, You are really looking for a good value for your money? In MY opinion and experience a glass boat is the only way to go especially for Big water...just trying to help you out. I am not trying to bash alum they just dont deliver the same performance on the water.Period.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Guest
This topic is now closed to further replies.


×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.