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The New Boat Should Be Here In 3 Weeks. I Can't Take It Anymore! 2024


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

5 weeks ago I ordered  myself my first ever brand spankin new boat. I have had a few used boats, but i took the plunge and ordered a new one. It's a 2014 Phoenix 721 PRO XP. I went with the 250 Mercury Pro XS, Fortrex trolling motor, and HDS 8 in the console and the bow. The wait is about to kill me though. I was promised to have it by the end of August, so I guess 8 weeks isn't bad for an ordered boat. OK, DEEP BREATH, just 3 more weeks, I can do it. HAHAHA


fishing user avatarslonezp reply : 

Sounds sweeeeeeeeeet!


fishing user avatarRyneB reply : 

you are a lucky man. I remember the day I picked up my used 2000 Ranger last year. I couldn't imagine the excitement of a brand new boat. The problem is, I would be so anal I couldn't enjoy it. One little scratch would make me flip out. That's the one thing good about a used, if I see a scratch, I simply tell myself that it was someone else fault.


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 

My dream boat is a phoenix. Gonna need an update on how she rides once you break in that motor!


fishing user avatarS Hovanec reply : 

Dont sweat it, it'll be worth the wait! I know the feeling....It was a long 8-10 weeks when I ordered my Lund back in 2005.


fishing user avatarNeebles reply : 

Im probably the most impatient, need that instant gratification type of guy ever....  I would be going nuts if I was in your position...  Its going to be so worth the wait,  and the end of the month will come sooner then you think...Congrats, it sounds like a beast of a boat and it will be enjoyed immensely... 


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

I will definatly post pics and updates after i pick it up. Also, i can't say enough about pleased i am with my Phoenix dealer, Eberlin Boat & Motor in Herman, MO. They helped me set this boat up exctly how i wanted. And the price was even better!


fishing user avatarDwight Hottle reply : 

Sounds like a great boat. Did you get the merc smartcraft guage with it?


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 

11 more days bud!


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

Yea, im dying. After talking with the dealer, im hoping to have it by the end of next week. Fingers crossed.


fishing user avatarRyneB reply : 

will you post pictures? A video would be even better. I love new boat pics


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

yea, pics for sure. I will see what i can do for a video.


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 

Just a few more days huh bud?


fishing user avatarSiebert Outdoors reply : 

I can help you with that video, because you know I'll be over the day you pick it up.


fishing user avatarRyneB reply : 

The anticipation to see this boat has me excited. I cant imagine how anxious you are. lol


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

Im just waiting for the call from the dealer now. Will be any day.


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 

Phoenix boats are so sexy


fishing user avatarRyneB reply : 

any word yet on the rig?


fishing user avatarSam reply : 

Show us the boat!!!!

 

It sounds like it is a beautiful watercraft.

 

We want to see it.

 

Show us the boat!!!


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

Still waiting on the call from the dealer....... :dazed-7:


fishing user avatarRyneB reply : 
  On 9/1/2013 at 3:17 AM, Nathan Portell said:

Still waiting on the call from the dealer....... :dazed-7:

 

boooooooooooooo. the crowd is upset


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 

I keep checking back everyday and nothing! For shame!


fishing user avatarRyneB reply : 
  On 9/4/2013 at 4:37 AM, martintheduck said:

I keep checking back everyday and nothing! For shame!

I know, imagine being Nathan though. He's probably at the edge of the cliff.


fishing user avatarslonezp reply : 
  On 9/4/2013 at 8:29 PM, RyneB said:

I know, imagine being Nathan though. He's probably at the edge of the cliff.

Maybe he never ordered a boat and is just pulling our chain confused2.gif


fishing user avatarakg414 reply : 

Just reading this, I actually had a wave of anxiety fall over me .  I would literally, be going nuts :cry4:


fishing user avatarRyneB reply : 
  On 9/4/2013 at 9:46 PM, slonezp said:

Maybe he never ordered a boat and is just pulling our chain confused2.gif

Maybe his advisor is Manti Teo?  lol


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 
  On 9/5/2013 at 9:14 AM, RyneB said:

Maybe his advisor is Manti Teo?  lol

:grin:  This freakn' guy ^^^^


fishing user avatarSiebert Outdoors reply : 

I talked to him this morning on my way to work.  He was on a mission!  The rest I'll let him fill in. :)


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

Sorry for the delay. Here she is!!!


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 
  On 9/7/2013 at 1:23 AM, Nathan Portell said:

Sorry for the delay. Here she is!!!

 

:jaw-drop: That thing is gorgeous. You even chose the same colors I would. 


fishing user avatarSiebert Outdoors reply : 

That is one nice boat! :)


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 
  On 9/7/2013 at 2:23 AM, martintheduck said:

:jaw-drop: That thing is gorgeous. You even chose the same colors I would. 

The Burnt Orange is a sweet color. I havent seen too many boats with orange on them, so i had to go with it.


fishing user avatarslonezp reply : 
  On 9/7/2013 at 2:23 AM, martintheduck said:

:jaw-drop: That thing is gorgeous. You even chose the same colors I would. 

Yeah, but does it catch fish? :wink2:  

 

After the break in period, drive it like you stole it


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 
  On 9/7/2013 at 3:11 AM, Nathan Portell said:

The Burnt Orange is a sweet color. I havent seen too many boats with orange on them, so i had to go with it.

 

 

You literally own my dream boat at this moment. Would really like to hear what you think of it after a few months on the water.


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

I'm gonna take it out sunday to try and put some break in hours on the motor. Probably wont even take a rod. Just want to get that motor broke in right.


fishing user avatarFish_Whisperer reply : 
  On 9/4/2013 at 9:46 PM, slonezp said:

Maybe he never ordered a boat and is just pulling our chain confused2.gif

A lil A1 sauce works wonders... :wink3:  :hahaha-024:

 

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fishing user avatarSouth FLA reply : 
  On 9/7/2013 at 8:11 AM, Nathan Portell said:

I'm gonna take it out sunday to try and put some break in hours on the motor. Probably wont even take a rod. Just want to get that motor broke in right.

 

Why not take the rod, and give her a full systems check, trolling motor, livewell, fishability, you'll get plenty of time to break that motor in. Plus, if you don't bring a rod you know what will happen right?  Schools of bass busting everywhere around you, lol!  By the way I think your boat is sexy, call me weird!


fishing user avatarK_Mac reply : 

Nice! Make sure you have everything stowed, and cinched down good before you are ready to see what it will do. I'm guessing with that ProXS it will fly!


fishing user avatarRyneB reply : 

beautiful rig. What electronics are you running?


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

I have Lowrance HDS 8 Gen2 on the console and on the bow. Structure scan on both units. I had really good luck with the HDS 7 i had on my last boat, so i stayed with Lowrance on this one.


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

Had the boat out the past couple days, and i was very pleased. The boat rides great and fishes great also. Very happy with it.


fishing user avatarksboy reply : 

Great boat!! Hope you have many opportunities to be on the water with her.


fishing user avatarDelcoSol reply : 

I've gotta say that I didn't know much about Phoenix boats but after seeing this thread I went on their site and I must say that I am in love. I am sure I will never be able to afford one though lol *crosses Ranger off of Powerball list and adds Phoenix*


fishing user avatarmartintheduck reply : 

I really want to take a ride in one and get behind the wheel!


fishing user avatarDelcoSol reply : 

Those Legend bass boats are badass too. Champagne taste and beer money here lol. I am partial to orange and black myself  :wink7:


fishing user avatarTBendBassin reply : 

Sweet ride dude!! Welcome to the phamily!!! I switched from ranger to phoenix this past year and got a 2013 phoenix 920 Pro XP and words can't explain how impressed I am with it!!!


fishing user avatarRedlinerobert reply : 

Congratlations, she's a beaut!


fishing user avatarDelcoSol reply : 

Just found a Phoenix dealer in MD not too far from me..  :drool1:


fishing user avatarPhoenix Guy reply : 

I have had the boat for a couple months now, and have been able to put some good hours on it. I can say it is the best riding boat I have ever ridden in, and the thing handles rough water like a dream. Also, the 250 Pro XS runs like a top. And the fuel milage is amazing, and it just sips the oil. All in all, a great boat. Love it.




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