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little chubby
02-21-2004, 09:16 AM
I was wondering if anyone has heard of domn8er boats, and if they have any feedback on these boats. We are in the price range of $50,000-$60,000. Is there any other boats you would recommend in this price range. We like the closed bow, V.
THANKS!!!!!!

Salty Cracker
02-21-2004, 09:51 AM
Last summer I sat in the Channel and listened to the sales pitch from the guy who built the first Domin8er, he had a 23'(I think) with a cuddy/open, the boat seemed big for a 23'. He told me he also made the hulls for Cheetahs, so I'm sure they are pretty well made. The boat looked real clean and well put together from what I saw, but that was after a six pack(at least).
As far as other boats, how big are you looking @ for 50-60K?
Try Barry @ Shockwave (909)898-9360, I'm sure you'll be pleased and if he doesn't have what you want, he'll point you in the right direction.
Good luck!

little chubby
02-21-2004, 10:00 AM
We test drove the 23 ft. and it was a pretty strong ride.
We are looking for a boat between 23-28 ft., probably a 25 ft.
Thanks for the recommendations!!!

Salty Cracker
02-21-2004, 10:32 AM
Shockwaves 25' Tremor is an awesome ride, Barry will take care of you!!!

little chubby
02-21-2004, 11:50 AM
how much does the shockwave boat run . The domn8er boat with all the things we want will run about like 55,000 so how much do you think the shockwave would be. and how do they compare.

jbtrailerjim
02-22-2004, 11:48 AM
$50K - $60k will get you into a new Ultra. You could go with there 247XS or there new 24 Stealth. For under $50k you could get into a 23XS. I own a 247XS and I love it. I can't say enough nice things about John West and his crew at Ultra.

little chubby
02-22-2004, 11:55 AM
How do they compare .

Salty Cracker
02-22-2004, 12:15 PM
Try to get a ride in both the Ultra 247 and the Shockwave 25'. I have ridden in both and they are both great rides, However I found the 25 to be surprisingly bigger and It settled the issue. Believe me, call Barry at the # above and pick his brain...

little chubby
02-22-2004, 12:27 PM
I saw the ultra boat at the nor-cal boat show and they looked like a good boat but don't no that much about them.

jbtrailerjim
02-22-2004, 12:56 PM
Originally posted by little chubby
I saw the ultra boat at the nor-cal boat show and they looked like a good boat but don't no that much about them.
Do a search on here about Ultra and you can read all the positive responses from Ultra owner's. Ultra's been around for a long time and they seem to have loyal customer following. As far as Shockwave I looked at them also and I was close to doing a deal on a 25 Tremor. The one thing that swayed me to the Ultra was price. The salesman at Shockwave (Greg who I heard is no longer there) qouted me a price of almost $10K higher than an Ultra 247XS. But after talking to Barry at the L.A. Boat Show; sounds like they would have come way down on the price. The 25 Tremor is a lot bigger boat than the Ultra 247XS but they both met what I was looking for in a boat. I don't think you could go wrong with either builder. I hear nothing but positive responses regarding both builders. Good luck in your search.

little chubby
02-22-2004, 01:13 PM
alright thanks for your time just so many boats out there hard to make a decison. I am thinking about the ultra,domn8er.shockwave and essex.
thanks

JustMVG
02-23-2004, 12:00 AM
Is there a website for this domn8tr boat company??

Sandbar Mike
02-23-2004, 07:33 AM
Hey Little Chubby,
Is Dominator Boats owned by Dory & Garey?
I almost bought there 28 Cat, It looked like and awsome ride they just didn't have one out of the mold yet. I was a little leary of getting the first boat out.
Dory is a stand up guy, he's been involved in the industry for ever. I would imagine the Dominator would be a good valued purchase. Let us know how it shakes out.
Good Luck

little chubby
02-23-2004, 03:33 PM
Yes the doman8er is owned by them. i am really stuck btwn the doman8er and the ultra. does anyone have any comparsion or input.

25 Eagle
02-23-2004, 05:05 PM
I don't know about the boats, but I think Ultra [West] have the best gel schemes in the business.

Rebelrichey
03-01-2004, 02:54 PM
Take your time in buying. You had mentioned Essex but no comments on which one. I own the Vortex which is an awesome ride but may be a little smaller than you are looking for. However, the Vortex and Valor models are in your price range. There are a ton to look at in that price range such as Cobra, Advantage, Dana and Warlock. Look at the features and ammenities being offered by the custom perforance boat dealer. Be sure you have no regrets when spending $50,000 to $60,000! Good luck, Gregg