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Excel Boats 183 Tomahawk 18′ Tiller Handle Aluminum Duck Boat STK# – EX18 6009
Yamaha SHO 90 HP and Diamond City Aluminum TrailerDesigned for all uses, the Excel performance 14 degree pad hull, found on our bay and bass boats, makes the Tomahawk one of the best performing tillers on the market.
– Common characteristics include quick hole shots, top high-end speed and super stability.
– The Tomahawk comes standard with a .125 aluminum hull and the optional .160 gauge.
– Twin rod/gun boxes
-18 gallon fuel tank
– Bow storage with gas shock lids
– Front livewell option
– Spud pole brackets
– Transom boarding steps
– The 18’ Tomahawk is rated for up to a 90hp outboard.
Excel Boats 183 Tomahawk 18′ Tiller Handle Aluminum Duck Boat STK# – EX18 6011
Yamaha SHO 90 HP and Diamond City Aluminum TrailerDesigned for all uses, the Excel performance 14 degree pad hull, found on our bay and bass boats, makes the Tomahawk one of the best performing tillers on the market.
– Common characteristics include quick hole shots, top high-end speed and super stability.
– The Tomahawk comes standard with a .125 aluminum hull and the optional .160 gauge.
– Twin rod/gun boxes
-18 gallon fuel tank
– Bow storage with gas shock lids
– Front livewell option
– Spud pole brackets
– Transom boarding steps
– The 18’ Tomahawk is rated for up to a 90hp outboard.
Avid Boats 18 Commander Aluminum Duck Boat – STK# AV18 4531
Yamaha SHO 90 HP and Diamond City Aluminum Trailer
Introducing the Avid 18 Commander Duck Boat
The 18 Commander from avid Boats is perfect for fishing, duck hunting, and more. Set up for tiller handle motors, The Avid 18 Commander can accommodate up to a 90 hp and provide the performance you’d expect from Avid Boats.
Its durable construction and smart layout offer plenty of space for gear and seating, making it ideal for a variety of outdoor activities. With the Avid 18 Commander, you get a reliable, high-performance duck boat ready for any adventure.
Avid Boats 18 Commander Aluminum Duck Boat – STK# AV18 4664
Yamaha SHO 90 HP and Diamond City Aluminum Trailer
Introducing the Avid 18 Commander Duck Boat
The 18 Commander from avid Boats is perfect for fishing, duck hunting, and more. Set up for tiller handle motors, The Avid 18 Commander can accommodate up to a 90 hp and provide the performance you’d expect from Avid Boats.
Its durable construction and smart layout offer plenty of space for gear and seating, making it ideal for a variety of outdoor activities. With the Avid 18 Commander, you get a reliable, high-performance duck boat ready for any adventure.
Avid Boats 18 Commander Aluminum Duck Boat – STK# AV18 4532
Yamaha SHO 90 HP and Diamond City Aluminum Trailer
Introducing the Avid 18 Commander Duck Boat
The 18 Commander from avid Boats is perfect for fishing, duck hunting, and more. Set up for tiller handle motors, The Avid 18 Commander can accommodate up to a 90 hp and provide the performance you’d expect from Avid Boats.
Its durable construction and smart layout offer plenty of space for gear and seating, making it ideal for a variety of outdoor activities. With the Avid 18 Commander, you get a reliable, high-performance duck boat ready for any adventure.
Avid Boats 18 Commander Aluminum Duck Boat – STK# AV18 4553
Yamaha SHO 90 HP and Diamond City Aluminum Trailer
Introducing the Avid 18 Commander Duck Boat
The 18 Commander from avid Boats is perfect for fishing, duck hunting, and more. Set up for tiller handle motors, The Avid 18 Commander can accommodate up to a 90 hp and provide the performance you’d expect from Avid Boats.
Its durable construction and smart layout offer plenty of space for gear and seating, making it ideal for a variety of outdoor activities. With the Avid 18 Commander, you get a reliable, high-performance duck boat ready for any adventure.
GatorTail 1860 Extreme Series Duck Hunting Boat and 40XD Mud Motor Package – STK# GT18 9269
GatorTail GTR 40 XD Outboard Surface Drive Mud Motor & McClain Galvanized Trailer
Designed and built by Louisiana duck hunters and fishermen in Loreauville, La, the GatorTail Extreme Series is the surface drive boat you have been waiting for. Along with a multitude of features, the GatorTail Extreme Series features a stepped chine design that allows for superior sharp turn handling combined with a drier ride and maximum speed when you pair it with a GatorTail surface drive mud motor. The GatorTail Extreme Series can be customized with different layouts and various options to make this GatorTa [...]
GatorTail 1754 Extreme Series Duck Hunting Boat and 40XD Mud Motor Package – STK# GT17 09607
GatorTail GTR 40 XD Outboard Surface Drive Mud Motor & McClain Galvanized Trailer
Designed and built by Louisiana duck hunters and fishermen in Loreauville, La, the GatorTail Extreme Series is the surface drive boat you have been waiting for. Along with a multitude of features, the GatorTail Extreme Series features a stepped chine design that allows for superior sharp turn handling combined with a drier ride and maximum speed when you pair it with a GatorTail surface drive mud motor. The GatorTail Extreme Series can be customized with different layouts and various options to make this GatorTa [...]
GatorTail 1860 Extreme Series Duck Hunting Boat and 40XD Mud Motor Package – STK# GT18 09454
GatorTail GTR 40 XD Outboard Surface Drive Mud Motor & McClain Galvanized Trailer
Designed and built by Louisiana duck hunters and fishermen in Loreauville, La, the GatorTail Extreme Series is the surface drive boat you have been waiting for. Along with a multitude of features, the GatorTail Extreme Series features a stepped chine design that allows for superior sharp turn handling combined with a drier ride and maximum speed when you pair it with a GatorTail surface drive mud motor. The GatorTail Extreme Series can be customized with different layouts and various options to make this GatorTa [...]
GatorTail 1854 Extreme Series Duck Hunting Boat and 40XD Mud Motor Package – STK# GT18 09329
GatorTail GTR 40 XD Outboard Surface Drive Mud Motor & McClain Galvanized Trailer
Designed and built by Louisiana duck hunters and fishermen in Loreauville, La, the GatorTail Extreme Series is the surface drive boat you have been waiting for. Along with a multitude of features, the GatorTail Extreme Series features a stepped chine design that allows for superior sharp turn handling combined with a drier ride and maximum speed when you pair it with a GatorTail surface drive mud motor. The GatorTail Extreme Series can be customized with different layouts and various options to make this GatorTa [...]
GatorTail 1754 Extreme Series Duck Hunting Boat and 40XD Mud Motor Package – STK# GT17 09212
GatorTail GTR 40 XD Outboard Surface Drive Mud Motor & McClain Galvanized Trailer
Designed and built by Louisiana duck hunters and fishermen in Loreauville, La, the GatorTail Extreme Series is the surface drive boat you have been waiting for. Along with a multitude of features, the GatorTail Extreme Series features a stepped chine design that allows for superior sharp turn handling combined with a drier ride and maximum speed when you pair it with a GatorTail surface drive mud motor. The GatorTail Extreme Series can be customized with different layouts and various options to make this GatorTa [...]
GatorTail 1754 Extreme Series Duck Hunting Boat and 40XD Mud Motor Package – STK# GT17 09254
GatorTail GTR 40 XD Outboard Surface Drive Mud Motor & McClain Galvanized Trailer
Designed and built by Louisiana duck hunters and fishermen in Loreauville, La, the GatorTail Extreme Series is the surface drive boat you have been waiting for. Along with a multitude of features, the GatorTail Extreme Series features a stepped chine design that allows for superior sharp turn handling combined with a drier ride and maximum speed when you pair it with a GatorTail surface drive mud motor. The GatorTail Extreme Series can be customized with different layouts and various options to make this GatorTa [...]
GatorTail 1754 Extreme Series Duck Hunting Boat and 40XD Mud Motor Package – STK# GT17 09389
GatorTail GTR 40 XD Outboard Surface Drive Mud Motor & McClain Galvanized Trailer
Designed and built by Louisiana duck hunters and fishermen in Loreauville, La, the GatorTail Extreme Series is the surface drive boat you have been waiting for. Along with a multitude of features, the GatorTail Extreme Series features a stepped chine design that allows for superior sharp turn handling combined with a drier ride and maximum speed when you pair it with a GatorTail surface drive mud motor. The GatorTail Extreme Series can be customized with different layouts and various options to make this GatorTa [...]
GatorTail 1754 Extreme Series Duck Hunting Boat and 40XD Mud Motor Package – STK# GT17 09388
GatorTail GTR 40 XD Outboard Surface Drive Mud Motor & McClain Galvanized Trailer
Designed and built by Louisiana duck hunters and fishermen in Loreauville, La, the GatorTail Extreme Series is the surface drive boat you have been waiting for. Along with a multitude of features, the GatorTail Extreme Series features a stepped chine design that allows for superior sharp turn handling combined with a drier ride and maximum speed when you pair it with a GatorTail surface drive mud motor. The GatorTail Extreme Series can be customized with different layouts and various options to make this GatorTa [...]
Avid Boats 18 Commander Aluminum Duck Boat – STK# AV18 3562
Yamaha SHO 90 HP and Diamond City Aluminum Trailer
Introducing the Avid 18 Commander Duck Boat
The 18 Commander from avid Boats is perfect for fishing, duck hunting, and more. Set up for tiller handle motors, The Avid 18 Commander can accommodate up to a 90 hp and provide the performance you’d expect from Avid Boats.
Its durable construction and smart layout offer plenty of space for gear and seating, making it ideal for a variety of outdoor activities. With the Avid 18 Commander, you get a reliable, high-performance duck boat ready for any adventure.
Excel 220 Bay Pro & 200hp Yamaha Outboard Motor
STK# EX22 8661 - Excel 220 Bay Pro Aluminum Bay Boat rigged with 200 HP Yamaha Outboard Motor
Excel 220 Bay Pro 22' 3" Aluminum Bay Boat heading out to its new home. This one has a 200 HP Yamaha Outboard Motor. Although the crew at Excel Boats did a great on the design of this boat, making it run great with a 150Hp Outboard motor on it, the extra performance of the 200HP Yamaha makes it work better while still sipping fuel. This one is rigged with a Minnkota 80# thrust 24-volt Terrova I-Pilot trolling motor on the bow. In the dash is a Humminbird Helix 7 GPS and fishfinder. This Excel 220 Bay Pro has Teleflex Seastar Hydraulic Steering, along with a 3 bank onboard charger, to charge all the batteries in the boat and interstate trolling motor and cranking batteries. Diamond City Trailers did a great job on this Tandem Axle Aluminum Trailer specifically built for the Excel 220 Bay Pro.
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Excel 220 Bay Pro & Mercury 150 Pro XS Outboard
STK# EX22 8665 - Excel 220 Bay Pro rigged with 150 HP ProXS Mercury Outboard
Another new Excel 220 Bay Pro 22' 3" Aluminum Bay Boat heading out to its new home. A 150 HP ProXS Mercury Outboard powers this one. The crew at Excel Boats did a great on the design of this boat; it rides good, handles good, and runs great with a 150 on it. The 150 ProXS Mercury outboard has a great holeshot and puts the boat on plane quickly and easily. The motor is just coasting along at cruising speed, not in a bind at all, and fuel economy is great. This one is rigged with a Minnkota 80# thrust 24-volt Terrova I-Pilot trolling motor on the bow. In the dash is a Humminbird Helix 7 GPS and fishfinder. This Excel 220 Bay Pro has Teleflex Baystar Hydraulic Steering, along with a 3 bank onboard charger, to charge all the batteries in the boat, and interstate trolling motor and cranking batteries. Diamond City Trailers did a great job on this Tandem Axle Aluminum Trailer specifically built for the Excel 220 Bay Pro.
Excel 220 Bay Pro & Mercury 200 Pro XS 200 V8 Heading Out
STK# EX22 8663 - Excel 220 Bay Pro rigged with 200 HP ProXS Mercury Outboard
Here we have a new Excel 220 Bay Pro 22' 3" Aluminum Bay Boat heading out to its new home. This one is powered by a 200 HP ProXS V8 Mercury Outboard. These V8s have an absolutely incredible amount of power and torque. On the bow is a Minnkota 80# thrust 24-volt Terrova I-Pilot trolling motor. In the dash is a Humminbird Helix 7 GPS and fishfinder. The Steering on this boat was upgraded to Teleflex SeaStar Hydraulic Steering. Along with a 3 bank onboard charger, to charge all the batteries in the boat, and interstate trolling motor and cranking batteries. All riding on very nice Diamond City Tandem Axle Aluminum Trailer specifically built for the Excel 220 Bay Pro.
To view our online Excel inventory or get more information on Excel Boats - click here
Avid Boats – Aluminum Bass Boats, Bay Boats, and Duck Boats
New Aluminum Bass and Bay Boats powered by Mercury or Yamaha Outboard MotorsAt Avid boats, every facet of our company is rich in experience and expertise, from design, to engineering, to sales and management. We build boats to last a lifetime... yours, and whomever you leave it to. You are not just buying a boat, you are investing in a legacy that says as much about you, as it does about us.
Avid Boats Commander Series Functional, Comfortable, Capable Tiller handle 16 and 18 ft duck hunting and fishing boats providing exceptional ride and handling. Avid Boats Recon SeriesPractical and Comfortable The Recon Series from Avid Boats delivers the features you need for a weekend on the water. With thought out storage, a layout deigned for ease of use, and durable construction, the Avid Boats Recon series gets it done.
Avid Boats Vertex SeriesThe Vertex Series by Avid Boats is built high quality materials, innovative design elements, and advanced livewell systems. The Avid Boats Vertex series offers the performance, layout, ample storage, and features you need to enjoy your weekend on the water.
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NauticStar 215 XTS Powered by Yamaha 150 HP Outboard MotorNauticStar Boats – 215 XTS
Nauticstar 215XTS 215 XTS Shallow Bay by Nauticstar Boats available powered with Mercury outboards or Yamaha OutboardsMercury Outboards
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Excel 203 and 220 Bay Pro - 20 and 22' Aluminum Bay BoatsSelling these as fast as they get here. Don’t Wait!
Great Riding, Great Handling, Aluminum Bay Boats Powered by Mercury or Yamaha Outboards
Yamaha Outboard Full Line Dealer
We now offer Yamaha loose engines and boat packages.
We are proud to announce we have now expanded our dealership line up even farther with the addition of the full line of Yamaha Outboards. Although we have been Yamaha Package Dealer for quite a while, this addition allows us to also provide Yamaha Outboard loose engines. After years of success selling Yamaha Outboards on our Nautic Star Bay Boats, Excel Bay Boats, and Bennington Pontoon Boats, we will now be able to service your Yamaha Repower needs as well. This makes us the only factory authorized full line dealer for both Yamaha Outboards and Mercury Outboards in the Lake Charles area.
Excel 220 White with Seafoam Stripe
Yamaha 150 Fourstroke & Diamond City Tandem Axle Aluminum Trailer
This is an Excel 220 Bay Pro with white hull and interior and a Seafoam stripe about to be picked from our dealership in Sulphur, La, and head to its new home in Texas. This is Excel's 22' aluminum bay boat powered by a 150hp Yamaha fourstroke outboard sitting on a tandem axle Diamond City aluminum trailer. This Excel Bay Boat is rigged with a Minnkota Terrova Riptide trolling motor. The popularity of the Minnkota I-Pilot trolling motors is a definitely a growing trend with our customers. It also has and Humminbird Helix 7 GPS/ Fishfinder on the console and a 3 bank onboard battery charger.
To view our online Excel inventory - click here
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Bennington pontoons are carefully crafted with a commitment to luxury and quality. Take the time to look under and around any Bennington. The quality and attention to detail is unsurpassed. Add superior performance, luxury features and an amazing warranty and Bennington pontoons are the obvious choice for a fishing, cruising or luxury pontoon boat.
S SERIES Yes, you CAN own a Bennington. Go from dreaming of a pontoon boat to actually owning one. The uncompromising value and quality of the Bennington S series will have you anticipating your next trip on the water. We’ve combined comfort, style, and function along with choice, in models ranging from 16’-24’, available in fishing or cruise models. SX SERIES If you’re looking for the best value in boating today, look no further than Bennington SX Series pontoons and tri-toons. Bennington offers enjoyment for everyone, combining comfort, style and function with an affordable price tag. Built in the heart of the Midwest by expert craftsmen, you won’t believe the value for the money. The SX Series is highly customizable with an abundance of options that will allow you to personalize your boat to your lifestyle. Check out the widest variety of st [...]
Mercury Marine has presented Jerry’s Marine of Sulphur, Louisiana its prestigious Service Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Award for 2017.
Mercury Marine’s Service CSI Program measures the satisfaction of consumers after having service work done on their Mercury outboard or MerCruiser Sterndrive or inboard. Jerry’s Marine won the Service CSI Award for its ongoing commitment to providing exemplary customer service based on the responses of customers who had warranty work performed at the dealership during the past year. A total of 206 Mercury dealers across North America qualified for the Mercury Marine Service CSI Award for 2017. Including 7 dealers from Lousiana and 9 dealers from Texas.
The CSI score for each dealer is measured and monitored by Mercury Marine. After warranty w [...]
Mercury Marine has presented Jerry’s Marine of Sulphur, Louisiana its prestigious Service Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Award for 2015.
Mercury Marine’s Service CSI Program measures the satisfaction of consumers after having service work done on their Mercury outboard or MerCruiser Sterndrive or inboard. Jerry’s Marine won the Service CSI Award for its ongoing commitment to providing exemplary customer service based on the responses of customers who had warranty work performed at the dealership during the past year. A total of 125 dealers across North America qualified for the Service CSI Award for 2015. [...]
The crew at GatorTail did not come into the marine industry, they were born into it! At GatorTail you'll find a dedication to quality and innovation that never ends. They've been setting standards in the industry from the day they came on the market with GatorTail motors and the GatorTail boats are no exception. The Gator Crew has been hard at work with new advances to the product line. It's what they do to make sure we stay at the top of the game and remain the industry leader. Stop by and check our line of Gator-Tail boats, motors, and complete rigs today and see for yourself.
GatorTail Motors - The game Changer 40XD EFI GTR & 25 Big Block GTRGator-Tail, the original belt-driven surface drive mud motor, that changed the game. From a research project in college, this backwater and marsh running marvel has grown to dominate the market in little over a decade. The next decade has begun with the evolution of our product from a niche market to a world-wide marine presence. Our surface drive motors will prove to be the most reliable way to get you places you never thought possible. Available in 40hp [...]
Excel Boats
Aluminum Bay Boats, Fishing Boats, and Hunting BoatsThe Excel Boat Company is located in Mountain View, Arkansas, 70 miles north of Little Rock. Exccel is a the nation's premier manufacturer of Aluiminum Bay Boats, fishing, and hunting boats, targeting the unique needs of outdoor recreational enthusiasts. At Excel they pride themselves in making quality boats. Excel boats are well thought out, have exceptional fit & finish, have clean and spacious layouts and overall, are designed for maximum functionality and comfort. In essence, Excel boats strike a natural balance between design, convenience and style. So when choosing your next boat, please consider an Excel.
Bay Pro SeriesThe Bay Pro’s Excelleration™ Pad Hull is engineered to provide an extremely smooth ride along with the highest degree of performance, stability, handling, and seaworthiness. Meticulous detail differentiates the Excel Bay Pro from others. Extra bracing and excessive reinforcement establish the Excel Bay Pro as the toughest in the industry. Other features include flip-up rear jump seats with under seat storage, deluxe center console with rod holders, leaning post, two live wells, locking rod [...]
NauticStar Bay Boats
Your NauticStar Bay Boat Dealer serving Louisiana and TexasAvailable with Mercury or Yamaha Outboard Motors
With NauticStar Boats you will find superbly engineered boat lines to fit your lifestyle. Whether you're an avid fisherman, a professional guide, or just someone who enjoys hitting the water with family and friends, NauticStar boats are equipped with many standard features as well as a wide array of options that you will appreciate. NauticStar 195 BayNauticStar’s 195 Nautic Bay is a boat for the saltwater fisherman who wants big-time features in a small-horsepower package. Standard features include rear fold-down jump seats, an aft release well and a console baitwell. The 195’s unique front deck houses a top-entry rod locker, bow storage, an insulated fish box. The NauticStar 195 Bay powered by either Yamaha Outboards 115 Vmax SHO or Mercury Outboards 115 ProXS Fourstroke makes a great running package to get you to the catch quick!
NauticStar 215XTS Freshwater or saltwater, the NauticStar 215 XTS is the perfect crossover. The wider 98” beam makes a stable fishing platform, easy to garage, and gets you in-and-out of those tight fishing spots. And with the NauticStar boats STAR Perform [...]