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Looking for anyone that knows Pioneer Boats and any advice. I have looked at the 197 Islander which is a new boat for an all around boater. I know nothing about the company nor their boats. So any recommendations and advice are welcome. I know the Gradey White and Boston Whalers are supposedly the best but the price is; well I believe, extremely high even for a used one. I liked the looks of ...
Well the pioneer is a fine boat, and pretty to look at. I loved the quality of ours. Truly was a great, well built boat with incredible customer service. I just was looking at key west boats some at the local tackle shop where they sell them. Nice boat, but I didn't think they were as nice, well designed or as good looking. But, 6 people on your boat? I would go as big as I could afford. You ...
nicko2211 05-25-2013 07:28 AM 197 pioneer sportfish - 18 degree vs 19 degree deadrise proline..ride quality . So im currently in the process of purchasing a new boat, the 197 pioneer sportfish, instead of borrowing my dads 99' 241 WA proline boat.
That's good. I want a bay boat because i like fishing the inlet and inside jetties but the whiner wants more freeboard. The pioneer seems like a great compromise and should feel more comfortable fishing 10-15 miles out than a typical bay boat.
In summary, I believe Pioneer picked the right areas to “cut corners” if you will, because if you’re handy, the wiring can be easily addressed, as well as thru-bolting of the hardware if necessary. They put their effort in the areas of hull construction, fit and finish, and component quality, which is a trade-off I was willing to accept.
