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Hey Everyone,
I've been looking for a new boat for several years now and was looking for some good advice. I'm looking at the Bass Pro's Nitro series boats and was wondering if anyone had any thoughts or knowledge about the differences between the Z7 and the Z8 series. I know there is a price difference, so what I'm looking for is handling issues like, loading a boat on a single axis compared to a double axis trailer, the ride in the water, easier to hold in the water, ect. Any information would be appreciated!
 
#2 ·
I run a Nitro 591, which is the same boat as the Z7. I love it.

As for trailering a boat with a double v. single axle trailer, I have a single axle and have no issues. One good thing about a double axle is that if you blow a tire you have a backup!

The Z8 is bigger than the Z7 by a couple of feet, which will make it a more stable ride in rough water. The Z8 also has more storage space for gear. That being said, the Z7 has plenty of storage space in it. I believe the Z8 is also rated for higher horsepower than the Z7...the Z7 is rated for 200hp.

All of the information you could ever want can be found on bassboatcentral.com in the Nitro forums, or on the Nitro website.

Hope this helps.

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