What happened to champion bass boats?

What happened to champion bass boats?

Yesterday Genmar Holdings Inc. announced that it acquired the debt of Champion Boats Inc. Through Genmar, the world’s largest recreational boat company, Jacobs now owns the Ranger, Stratos and Javelin bass boat brands. He is also the owner of FLW Outdoors, which runs the FLW, EverStart and BFL bass fishing tours.

When did champion stop making bass boats?

Ceasing operations after 2009, Champion Boats started production in 1976 and would eventually become a well-known name in premium fishing boats.

What is the best bass boat ever made?

Best Bass Boats

1. BassCat Puma FTD. When we tested the BassCat Puma FTD we discovered several traits that set it apart from the crown.
2. Crestliner 1750 Bass Hawk.
3. Lund 1875 Crossover XS.
4. Nitro Z21.
5. Tracker Pro Team 190 TX.
6. Triton 21 TRX.
7. Ranger Z518C.
8. Ranger Z520CI.

What are the top 5 bass boat brands?

Ranking the Best Bass Boat Brands

• #1 Ranger. The Ranger name carries a lot of weight in the world of bass boats.
• #2 Bass Cat. Bass Cat is a brand that many bass fishermen swear by.
• #3 Legend. All-in-all, Legend makes one of the best all-around boats on the market.
• #4 Skeeter.
• #5 Nitro.
• Conclusion.

Who makes champion bass boats now?

The rec boats were under Rec Boat Holdings. In 2010 they also acquired Triton and shut down production of Champion, keeping the 3 Elite hulls rebadged as Stratos for the 2011-2013 model years.

What bass boat should I buy?

10 Most Affordable Bass Boats

1. Crestliner 1700 Storm. If you want a no-frills bass boat and competition-level speed isn’t a big concern, the Crestliner 1700 Storm may be right up your alley.
2. G3 Sportsman 2400.
3. Lowe Stinger 178.
4. Lund 1875 Renegade.
5. Nitro Z17.
6. Ranger Z175.
7. Skeeter ZX150.
8. Tracker Bass Tracker Classic XL.

Where are champion bass boats made?

Champion Boats was founded by John Storie in 1975. It was located in Mt. Home Arkansas. He began making tri-hull boats in a small shop just outside of Mt Home on Hwy 5 North.

Where are champion bass boats built?

Champion Boats was founded by John Storie in 1975. It was located in Mnt. Home Arkansas. He began making tri-hull boats in a small shop just outside of Mnt Home on Hwy 5 North.