MC owner personalities

[Ski-me]

I don't know if this opens a can of worms but I was looking around yesterday on the BU-Crew site and found a thread comparing MC to Bu's and if money were no object, what would you buy. Yes, I know this opinion would be skewed because it's on a Bu site but I found quite a few folks had a standing consensus that MC owners in general have a "better than you" attitude. They say that for some reason, MC owners and MC dealers have the same type of attitude.

http://www.themalibucrew.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18844

Yes, I am proud of my MC boat but I also looked at CC and Bu before buying. I do think both of the other two companies make great, quality boats......just like MC but ultimately, my 94' 205 fit the specifics I was after for a price in my budget. I was just surprised to hear such a strong opinion on MC owners and dealers.

Certainly, a lot of it is blown out of proportion but there may be a hint of truth in there :o, I don't know. I do know quite a few of us (MC owners) are proud of our boats and have a lot of “ownership pride” but is it over the top? If I see any type of ski boat owner, weather it’s BU, CC, MC, Moomba, Supra, etc, I feel like we all have an overall “general bond” because of our desire for a specialty boat for Skiing and Wakeboarding. Thoughts?

[JLeuck64]

:popcorn::popcorn::popcorn:

[coz]

I don't know if this opens a can of worms but I was looking around yesterday on the BU-Crew site and found a thread comparing MC to Bu's and if money were no object, what would you buy. Yes, I know this opinion would be skewed because it's on a Bu site but I found quite a few folks had a standing consensus that MC owners in general have a "better than you" attitude. They say that for some reason, MC owners and MC dealers have the same type of attitude.

http://www.themalibucrew.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18844

Yes, I am proud of my MC boat but I also looked at CC and Bu before buying. I do think both of the other two companies make great, quality boats......just like MC but ultimately, my 94' 205 fit the specifics I was after for a price in my budget. I was just surprised to hear such a strong opinion on MC owners and dealers.

Certainly, a lot of it is blown out of proportion but there may be a hint of truth in there :o, I don't know. I do know quite a few of us (MC owners) are proud of our boats and have a lot of “ownership pride” but is it over the top? If I see any type of ski boat owner, weather it’s BU, CC, MC, Moomba, Supra, etc, I feel like we all have an overall “general bond” because of our desire for a specialty boat for Skiing and Wakeboarding. Thoughts?

Did you see my post's :D it's no secret I like Malibu boats and have friends with them, they're nice boats that are built well.

[Ski-me]

Did you see my post's :D it's no secret I like Malibu boats and have friends with them, they're nice boats that are built well.

Yea, I saw "coz" as the last post and figured it was you.....:cool:

just saw it before posting.......

[coz]

Yea, I saw "coz" as the last post and figured it was you.....:cool:

just saw it before posting.......

I actually have 2 posts on that page, I posted a pic of my boat sittin in our slip between my friends BU & CC :D

[bcampbe7]

So thats where Air Junky (Bill) went! :D

Ever heard the phrase "Another a$$hold with a Mastercraft?"

This is nothing new. I am pretty sure you will find arrogant owners in every lineup though.

We do have Maristar 210 (Steve) on our side of the house also. His reputation precedes him! :)

For the record, I would not turn down a pull behind any boat.

[JohnE]

I think you will find that the majority of MC owners have a lot of pride in their boats, but truly apprecaite the other companies as well. We might just keep it inside. ;)That's the case for me anyway, along with many I've met here.

[Maristar210]

So thats where Air Junky (Bill) went! :D

Ever heard the phrase "Another a$$hold with a Mastercraft?"

This is nothing new. I am pretty sure you will find arrogant owners in every lineup though.

We do have Maristar 210 (Steve) on our side of the house also. His reputation precedes him! :)

For the record, I would not turn down a pull behind any boat.

Drag me into it why doncha?

Hell my last boat was a Boston Whaler !!!!!

[JohnE]

Drag me into it why doncha?

Hell my last boat was a Boston Whaler !!!!!

You mean Whala.;) Get tha accent right.:D

[P-hat_in_Cincy]

I am pretty sure you will find arrogant owners in every lineup though.

Agreed! It's not the brand, it's the person. And the older I get, the less I try to throw out comments that group everyone into one category...unless you're a Michigan fan! :D

B/W friends, we will rib each other about each other's "inferior" brand but in the end it's more about the good times on and behind the boat than it is the boat.

Try to get to know somebody rather than judge them based on a material item they have.

[SkiDog]

Did you see my post's :D it's no secret I like Malibu boats and have friends with them, they're nice boats that are built well.

Coz, take a trip to BOTH factories, watch & PAY ATTENTION to how each brand is built, then report back to me on your findings. Nuff said!

[skeeler]

After ready all those posts, the first thing that came to mind was, the "attitude MC people had/have". That was the exact reason I bought an MC. I will elaborate. Long story short ,when I bought my first MC in 2005, I looked at every brand. When looking at the Malibus, I started asking the salesman questions about performance, engine options, wake etc., and his reply was, "When you have the money to spend and ready to buy, let us know." Sealed the deal for me. Already pre-qualified me as I walked in the door, guys in board shorts and flip flops have no money. I am not saying all Malibu dealers are the same, just for me in that moment, totally turned me off.

[TMCNo1]

Agreed! It's not the brand, it's the person. And the older I get, the less I try to throw out comments that group everyone into one category...unless you're a Michigan fan! :D

B/W friends, we will rib each other about each other's "inferior" brand but in the end it's more about the good times on and behind the boat than it is the boat.

Try to get to know somebody rather than judge them based on a material item they have.


I drink Coke, flame on!:rolleyes::D

[SkiDog]

After ready all those posts, the first thing that came to mind was, the "attitude MC people had/have". That was the exact reason I bought an MC. I will elaborate. Long story short ,when I bought my first MC in 2005, I looked at every brand. When looking at the Malibus, I started asking the salesman questions about performance, engine options, wake etc., and his reply was, "When you have the money to spend and ready to buy, let us know." Sealed the deal for me. Already pre-qualified me as I walked in the door, guys in board shorts and flip flops have no money. I am not saying all Malibu dealers are the same, just for me in that moment, totally turned me off.

You should go back and show this a$$hole your NEW boat!:D

[skeeler]

You should go back and show this a$$hole your NEW boat!:D

Oh, they know now. I have had a boat at the dealer boat show every year since then that always draws a lot of attention, from the stereos and tvs, to colors and everything in between. Oh, well....

[SkiDog]

Oh, they know now. I have had a boat at the dealer boat show every year since then that always draws a lot of attention, from the stereos and tvs, to colors and everything in between. Oh, well....

That guy is probably kicking himself!

[coz]

Coz, take a trip to BOTH factories, watch & PAY ATTENTION to how each brand is built, then report back to me on your findings. Nuff said!

Mastercraft will say it does things better than Malibu and vice versa :rolleyes: so that wouldn't do anything for me. On the other hand if you've ridden behind both and know people that have experience with them you'd come to the same conclusion I have, both are top of the line. If you read my post over there it says I'll stick with MC because I love my boat and it works perfect for me, but I also like the other too, nothing wrong with that is there? Is it a crime to like something other than what I have? I've never bashed MC and never will, as for the local dealer well that's another story :D

I drink Coke, flame on!

And I drink Pepsi, wow! we all have our preferences don't we? :D

[bcampbe7]

Mastercraft will say it does things better than Malibu and vice versa :rolleyes: so that wouldn't do anything for me. On the other hand if you've ridden behind both and know people that have experience with them you'd come to the same conclusion I have, both are top of the line. If you read my post over there it says I'll stick with MC because I love my boat and it works perfect for me, but I also like the other too, nothing wrong with that is there? Is it a crime to like something other than what I have? I've never bashed MC and never will, as for the local dealer well that's another story :D



And I drink Pepsi, wow! we all have our preferences don't we? :D

FWIW, when I did the MC tour the guide never said "we do this better than X brand." They didn't have to say it. ;)
The method MC uses to lay the fiberglass provides for greater strength. This is not me being a MC a$$hole, just fact.

Like I said, I would not turn down a pull behind any brand.

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[Ski-me]

Mastercraft will say it does things better than Malibu and vice versa :rolleyes: so that wouldn't do anything for me. On the other hand if you've ridden behind both and know people that have experience with them you'd come to the same conclusion I have, both are top of the line. If you read my post over there it says I'll stick with MC because I love my boat and it works perfect for me, but I also like the other too, nothing wrong with that is there? Is it a crime to like something other than what I have? I've never bashed MC and never will, as for the local dealer well that's another story :D



And I drink Pepsi, wow! we all have our preferences don't we? :D

I am basically the same opinion as you....I've skied behind the RLXi and it was a blast! I wouldn't turn down a pull from anyone either. I will say that my MC dealer is similar to Coz's.....that is why most of my business is actually with the BU dealer. I get treated great every time I go. Tommy always tries to sell me a BU but he does know what kind of ski wake is behind my 94' 205. He did indicate that was an exceptional hull for MC. A compliment from the BU dealer owner.

I like Coke better though. Sorry Coz. :rolleyes:

[woftam]

At one time I was completely immersed in the sport and was responsible for a pair of promo boats per year. My first set was a pair of MasterCrafts and the deal was made directly with Rob Shirley. That continued year to year until the details of the deal changed when Coleman got involved. After that I had promo boats from CC, Ski Supreme, Supra, and Brendella before returning to MasterCraft and then eventually moving away from water skiing toward other endeavors. Edit: my longtime ski partner loves vintage American Skiers. I've seen the good and bad in several brands/models.

Bottom line is now that my kids are old enough to begin, I wanted to provide the opportunity for them and purchased a used MC to kind of get their feet wet and my wife used to ski boats. She already loves it and we’ll move up to a new or lightly used MasterCraft in the near future. MC’s aren’t perfect but I’ve found them to be well designed and well made over the course of time. I prefer them to other brands. Edit: and that's written by someone no longer receiving compensation of any kind from MC to say good things about thier products.

[SkiDog]

Mastercraft will say it does things better than Malibu and vice versa :rolleyes: so that wouldn't do anything for me. On the other hand if you've ridden behind both and know people that have experience with them you'd come to the same conclusion I have, both are top of the line. If you read my post over there it says I'll stick with MC because I love my boat and it works perfect for me, but I also like the other too, nothing wrong with that is there? Is it a crime to like something other than what I have? I've never bashed MC and never will, as for the local dealer well that's another story :D



And I drink Pepsi, wow! we all have our preferences don't we? :D

I didn't SAY to form an opinion from what they TELL you, I said, form an opinion AFTER you visit the factories of each brand of boats. They can TELL you anything you wanna hear!

[JohnE]

At first, I thought that if Coz bought a BU, we'd be free of him....:banana:

But then I realized that he hangs at the bu site, so if he bought one he'd still be here and we'd hate him even more.:uglyhamme

JK on this one Coz.;)

[pkskier]

I believe there is some attitude with MC owners and myself being one for the last 22 years have an attitude, but in a joking manner. I of my best friends has a '99 Bu and I have skied behind it many times and there will be more, it has a great wake. I have told friends many times that if I didn't own an MC I would have no problem with the CC or Bu, but beyond that I don't think so. I will say that even though the Bu is 12 years newer than mine my friend has had more problems than I have. We go back and forth at each other all the time, but it is all in fun.

[Kingsley X-1]

Already pre-qualified me as I walked in the door, guys in board shorts and flip flops have no money. I am not saying all Malibu dealers are the same, just for me in that moment, totally turned me off.

man it sounds so familiar, only the local MC dealer did it to me...my brother and i showed up wearing shorts and flip flops. I had a loan check in my back pocket. he "plate glassed" the hell out of us. between my family when i was growing up and the boat that i was looking for myself it was going to be my 5th MC. the best part was when i got done looking around at the boats he had there (which i didnt see anything that i liked) i went to walk out the door, we talked for a little bit exchanging information and said..."thanks for stopping by, but these boats are expensive arent they" man i was PISSED!!! so i walked out to my one year old 2500 HD Duramax 4x4 Crew Cab. it wasnt fifteen minuets he called. " Mr. Palmer i just wanted to call and let you know if u didnt see anything here we have another store that has alot more MCs. if you would like to come back i would be happy to show you on the computer what all they have." i then proceeded to tell him that was want interested in doing business with him and he should maybe think that every younger guy that walks in isnt some broke *** kid that doesnt have any money.

so now my rant is over and all of that to say most of my friends have CCs. we are always giving each other a hard time about our brand of boats. I wouldnt say that any of us are arrogant because we own one type of boat or another though. i think all of the Bu owners are just jealous and they deep down they wish they had bought a MC...lol

[A.I. Rider]

After ready all those posts, the first thing that came to mind was, the "attitude MC people had/have". That was the exact reason I bought an MC. I will elaborate. Long story short ,when I bought my first MC in 2005, I looked at every brand. When looking at the Malibus, I started asking the salesman questions about performance, engine options, wake etc., and his reply was, "When you have the money to spend and ready to buy, let us know." Sealed the deal for me. Already pre-qualified me as I walked in the door, guys in board shorts and flip flops have no money. I am not saying all Malibu dealers are the same, just for me in that moment, totally turned me off.

That is exactly what happened to me when I was looking into my first wakeboat purchase. I walked in dressed in business casual, as I was stopping on my way from work, and started just looking. Nobody even walked over as I was looking at one boat in particular in the showroom. The couple of guys sat behind a desk, chit chatting, looked at me, and went about their business, but again did nothing. After I had looked long enough, I was walking out, and they yelled across the floor, "you need something?" I said "nope, not anymore" and left. They were a malibu and Supra dealer at the time. I knew NOTHING about wakeboats and left knowing nothing. Thats when I looked into MC....and have been there, happy as can be for 4 years! I felt it was because I was young, 25 at the time, and they thought, this guy isnt here to buy. I ordered my MC about 4 weeks later. Again, Im sure not all dealers are like these guys, but if they didnt care enough to at least ask if I had any questions, I could only imagine what the service might have been like afterwards.

[bigmac]

I saw that thread over on Malibu, voted for MC. I though the attitude references about MC owners was interesting. I don't see it around here. Probably, that expressed perception about MC owners says more about those posters than it does about MasterCraft owners. One should always be careful not to let one's ego get too wrapped up one's choice of motorized vehicles.

The Malibu dealer is relatively new up here, came after I bought my MC. I've stopped in and confess that I like some of the models, as does my wife. I'll give them a hard look when it's time for a new boat. I like my MasterCraft, but it's not perfect, and I'm not convinced that it's the only option for me.

Very likely my choice of brand will be based on the dealer rather than the boat.

[coz]

I saw that thread over on Malibu, voted for MC. I though the attitude references about MC owners was interesting. I don't see it around here. Probably, that expressed perception about MC owners says more about those posters than it does about MasterCraft owners. One should always be careful not to let one's ego get too wrapped up one's choice of motorized vehicles.

The Malibu dealer is relatively new up here, came after I bought my MC. I've stopped in and confess that I like some of the models, as does my wife. I'll give them a hard look when it's time for a new boat. I like my MasterCraft, but it's not perfect, and I'm not convinced that it's the only option for me.

Very likely my choice of brand will be based on the dealer rather than the boat.

Et Tu BM? :eek: :D

[Jim@BAWS]

man it sounds so familiar, only the local MC dealer did it to me...my brother and i showed up wearing shorts and flip flops. I had a loan check in my back pocket. he "plate glassed" the hell out of us. between my family when i was growing up and the boat that i was looking for myself it was going to be my 5th MC. the best part was when i got done looking around at the boats he had there (which i didnt see anything that i liked) i went to walk out the door, we talked for a little bit exchanging information and said..."thanks for stopping by, but these boats are expensive arent they" man i was PISSED!!! so i walked out to my one year old 2500 HD Duramax 4x4 Crew Cab. it wasnt fifteen minuets he called. " Mr. Palmer i just wanted to call and let you know if u didnt see anything here we have another store that has alot more MCs. if you would like to come back i would be happy to show you on the computer what all they have." i then proceeded to tell him that was want interested in doing business with him and he should maybe think that every younger guy that walks in isnt some broke *** kid that doesnt have any money.

so now my rant is over and all of that to say most of my friends have CCs. we are always giving each other a hard time about our brand of boats. I wouldnt say that any of us are arrogant because we own one type of boat or another though. i think all of the Bu owners are just jealous and they deep down they wish they had bought a MC...lol

Like I hav'nt heard that story before HA HA HA

Thanks Hague for your business !!!

Jim@BAWS

[bigmac]

Et Tu BM? :eek: :D

Several good boat brands out there, and I live in a vacation lakes area where there are a lot of boat dealers. The Malibu dealer is actually closer to my house, but I really like my MasterCraft dealer, and on that basis, everything else being as equal as it is between MC, CC, and Malibu, I'd go the MasterCraft route every time.

Having said that, lots of turmoil in the boat biz these days. By the time I need a new boat, some of those dealers, even some of those brands, may be out of business.

[PendO]

Ski-Me ... I am surprised that as a coug fan you own a MC, b/c we know the Cougs aren't better than anyone:)

On the Plus side, Ryan Leaf is going to turn himself in ... reportedly.

[Muttley]

Interesting conversation.

I've found that any company who's number one is a target. That's not to say it's superior, just that if you're number one people take shots at you. Justification of what they've bought/owned? Maybe a bit of jealousy?

I bought mine because I knew it was an awesome boat. I think Malibu makes an awesome boat and I might have bought one if the right deal would have come around, BUT I got the MC. Now that I've developed some brand loyalty it'd be tough to sell and go to a 'Bu. I'll just ride behind my bud's and tease him about it.

Kinda like Harley. Is it better? Depends who you ask. The people that own them say better by far. The people that don't say they suck, but secretly want one. It's not about what's better. It's about pride of ownership. I can't see me owning a Honda any time soon, either.

[Gonzo]

How many yrs. did MC sit on top of the 3 event mkt? I think a lot of pride while still justifiable is a holdover for that.

[btriantos]

It's not just the boat..but it does so happen to give a pride in ownership. My decision was really based on dealer. I was considering MC and Malibu. On several occasions, not just purchase day, the Malibu dealer in my area was not opened on a day/hours indicated on the door. Once we decided to pull the trigger on a boat, the MC was our first stop. They were friendly, and worked on a deal for us immediately. We had our package to return, but we wanted to head to the Malibu dealer to see what they could do... Drove up, supposed to be open, nobody home. Drove back to MC the next day and bought the boat. The dealer has been exceptional taking care of things for us, since we bought the boat last July. Here's one for you... how many dealers can you stop by on Memorial Day and drop your boat off for service!? Update to the story, the Malibu dealer closed their doors...out of business. If you want to be taken care of, go to NorCal Mastercraft in Pleasanton, CA.! Tell Tony, his biggest pain in the *** customer sent you

[Ski-me]

Ski-Me ... I am surprised that as a coug fan you own a MC, b/c we know the Cougs aren't better than anyone:)

On the Plus side, Ryan Leaf is going to turn himself in ... reportedly.

I was there when Drew Bledsoe was our QB.....Leaf was quite "stuck on himself" down there :rolleyes:

I'll be heading your way for the 4th.....just a little south (Hayden). Your water is too cold from what I've heard :D

[Dan_Lorenze]

These threads are pretty common these days.. Malibu and Mastercraft... I just purchased an X30 (used) not too long ago. I was looking for a deal, Malibu or Mastercraft didn't matter to me although there were some features I liked on the MCs but I really like Malibu's 23 LSV too... The one thing I noticed the most while boat shopping was Malibu boats (and others) are constantly being compared to Mastercrafts.. The Malibu does this better than MC, Malibu's turn better than MCs, Malibu's have better wakes than MC etc.. I witnessed a constant compairson to MC... The way I looked at it was, man, maybe Mastercraft is on to something.. I'm really happy with my X30, it rides so nice in big water and makes for a great family tow boat...

[JohnE]

Awful lot of comments about dealer in this thread and in general. I wonder if corporate looks in on these threads.

[cdamaristar]

Cougars @ Hayden????


There goes the neighborhood...

[coz]

Awful lot of comments about dealer in this thread and in general. I wonder if corporate looks in on these threads.

It's pretty simple, if all were like the few good ones we have on this site there'd be no bashing and we would all be living happily ever after in MC land. Like everything else in the world you have your good ones & bad ones so we just have to deal with it. If I were a dealer I'd be doing it just like Jim & MYMC, I would be involved with the owners in not only a business aspect but contributing to this forum and enjoying the water with the other members, call it customer relations :D

[CameronCarey]

I think Malibus are great, just don't hit a stump with the wedge and rip the transom off (seen it happen). CCs are nice too if your ok with owning what the majority of the water skiing community agrees is at best...........second best.
Nothing wrong with Tiga........and the other dozen manufacturers who build boats that are trying to capture the style and function of a Mastercraft.

The great thing about this country is we get to choose but.................I would hate to buy one of those other boats and later think............I should have bought a Mastercraft!
Not too many Mastercraft Owners say...........i should have bought a CC or a Malibu.

my .02 on this can of worms

[Abe]

What about some of the nautiques out there, There are some pretty impressive ones out on our lake that look as good as MCs, We don't hardly have any BUs or CC here either. But we do have plenty Mastercrafts.
If money was not on object then I would try a few different boats out... Who wouldn't. but After owning a MC ... I think I would stick with it.

[Sodar]

I am just another @sshole with a MasterCraft.



Seriously though, I would never discourage someone for buying another brand. Helped some good friends of mine buy a Malibu last summer... nice boat. I like mine for reasons that they do not.

Must say though... the most bulletproof boat I have driven to date was an '02 Super Air Nautique. Boat was quiet and the most solid, creak and rattle-free Wake/Skiboat I have ever driven.

I have yet to get behind the wheel of any newer MC's, other than mine. Most of my group of friends has moved past the wake/skiboat stage and onto higher performance and cooler boats. I still like skiing too much to make the transition.

[coz]

Most of my group of friends has moved past the wake/skiboat stage and onto higher performance and cooler boats. I still like skiing too much to make the transition.

I'm seeing that alot too, especially in our riv hood, all the kids have grown and moved on to their own boats and the dad's are getting the big Halletts & Commanders, have 3 neighbors with brand new ones on the street :D

[BriEOD]

Ever heard the phrase "Another a$$hold with a Mastercraft?"



Hey now, you better cite that as a catch phrase (C) Rick Dales, aka Lakes Rick!!:cool:

[ChrisConn Inc.]

I'm seeing that alot too, especially in our riv hood, all the kids have grown and moved on to their own boats and the dad's are getting the big Halletts & Commanders, have 3 neighbors with brand new ones on the street :D

Funny, I went from a custom boat to a MasterCraft. I had the custom before kids, now all the kids want to do is wakeboard or surf with their friends. I had to look for a different type of boat. I think the Mc's look just as good as the customs with it's pickle fork design.

About the MC vs Bu, I was told by my dealer that I should go test drive all the other boats and visit their shops. He was confident that I would return to MC. He was right!
I love my boat and feel that I made a good purchase. If that makes me arrogant, so be it.

Tony

[coz]

Funny, I went from a custom boat to a MasterCraft. I had the custom before kids, now all the kids want to do is wakeboard or surf with their friends. I had to look for a different type of boat. I think the Mc's look just as good as the customs with it's pickle fork design.


Tony

That's how it works but wait until the kids are grown, I had a tricked out Hallett jet with a 427 before the kids started ariving and when they were old enough we got the wakeboard boat. Now when my kids are all grown and on their own I'll probably want to go faster than 45 mph my boat gets now and get a go fast, but only time will tell :D

[mccobmd]

I have MC because the last boat I had was a Sea Doo that was great for the first 3 years then every little thing started to go. I shopped CC, Supra, Centurion and Moomba. I actually liked the layout of the Centurion Elite V the best but when I compared quality MC won hands down. I'm brand loyal but truth be told I'd have any except the Moomba. The reason I have MC is my dealer treats me right and it's the better boat.

[TX.X-30 fan]

Did you see my post's :D it's no secret I like Malibu boats and have friends with them, they're nice boats that are built well.

Actually who would give a sh!t. Jus Sayin dude.


Are you so f-in dense not to realize what site you are on??


We luv's our boats here so go somewhere else to spout your bull_sh!t............. K

[TX.X-30 fan]

That's how it works but wait until the kids are grown, I had a tricked out Hallett jet with a 427 before the kids started ariving and when they were old enough we got the wakeboard boat. Now when my kids are all grown and on their own I'll probably want to go faster than 45 mph my boat gets now and get a go fast, but only time will tell :D




What wakeboard boat????????????? You get a new boat dude?????????

[TX.X-30 fan]

Funny, I went from a custom boat to a MasterCraft. I had the custom before kids, now all the kids want to do is wakeboard or surf with their friends. I had to look for a different type of boat. I think the Mc's look just as good as the customs with it's pickle fork design.

About the MC vs Bu, I was told by my dealer that I should go test drive all the other boats and visit their shops. He was confident that I would return to MC. He was right!
I love my boat and feel that I made a good purchase. If that makes me arrogant, so be it.

Tony



Great post. Honest not arrogant

[TX.X-30 fan]

I am just another @sshole with a MasterCraft.



Seriously though, I would never discourage someone for buying another brand. Helped some good friends of mine buy a Malibu last summer... nice boat. I like mine for reasons that they do not.

Must say though... the most bulletproof boat I have driven to date was an '02 Super Air Nautique. Boat was quiet and the most solid, creak and rattle-free Wake/Skiboat I have ever driven.

I have yet to get behind the wheel of any newer MC's, other than mine. Most of my group of friends has moved past the wake/skiboat stage and onto higher performance and cooler boats. I still like skiing too much to make the transition.




I hate rattles so my 04 has none, your future offspring will love the ski boat.

[Sodar]

I'm seeing that alot too, especially in our riv hood, all the kids have grown and moved on to their own boats and the dad's are getting the big Halletts & Commanders, have 3 neighbors with brand new ones on the street :D

It happens. When you going to get into a new Kachina? :rolleyes:

Funny, I went from a custom boat to a MasterCraft. I had the custom before kids, now all the kids want to do is wakeboard or surf with their friends. I had to look for a different type of boat. I think the Mc's look just as good as the customs with it's pickle fork design.

About the MC vs Bu, I was told by my dealer that I should go test drive all the other boats and visit their shops. He was confident that I would return to MC. He was right!
I love my boat and feel that I made a good purchase. If that makes me arrogant, so be it.

Tony

That is why you have got to get a fleet. Some day I will have my current boat, a MC wakeboat, a Schiada outboard and a pontoon all at the ready. Until then, I will keep dreaming. :cool:

[Sodar]

I hate rattles so my 04 has none, your future offspring will love the ski boat.

Same way I am. Rattles in anything drive me crazy! Ash Ashley how annoyed I get if she leaves her car keys in my cupholder of my truck and they rattle. 8p

[coz]

Actually who would give a sh!t. Jus Sayin dude.


Are you so f-in dense not to realize what site you are on??


We luv's our boats here so go somewhere else to spout your bull_sh!t............. K

Hey stu dog, my dirtbike is a kawasaki and I just don't ride with and hang with people that have kawasaki's, my trucks a ford but I also hang with people that have chevy's & dodges and my boat is an MC and I have friends I hang with that have everything from BU's to innertubes. I don't look upon people differently or not associate with them just cuz they don't have an MC like me, hello! 8p Thanks for showing us your MC personality, very thread related :D

What wakeboard boat????????????? You get a new boat dude?????????

Let me correct myself, My MC 205. it may not be an X-30 but I'm sure it sees more wakeboarders behind it than yours ever has, wanna compair? :rolleyes:

[Ski-me]

Cougars @ Hayden????


There goes the neighborhood...

My mom's family have been out there for years.....quite a few Cougs out there!!!:D