Naples Maverick Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 Have a 2007 Tailfisher that's in great shape. Looking at and HPX-S both have Yamaha 70 4 stroke. The tailfisher can get some spray and drifts some. I really like it and it's in great shape. I may have a pretty good opportunity. The HPX-S is a 2018. The engine on my tailfisher is a 2016 with 130 hrs. Does the Hpx-S handle better. I know you'll get some spray and that's the trade off with a technical skiff, is there less on the Maverick? Any insights appreaciated - Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JnamJnam Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 The Maverick will be a MUCH better ride. It is actually a very dry ride for its size. Arguably one of the best riding flat bottom skiffs out. The bow entry slices through the chop. The cap extends a lot further out than the hull which really helps to stay dry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Dave Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 The S and the HPX-V are two very different boats. You really need to "drive" the S, and it might not be as versatile as the V. The V will be better in choppy water, and probably a little more stable. But if you want a technical polling skiff to fish really skinny water, the S is a terrific skiff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted March 29, 2018 Report Share Posted March 29, 2018 What Big Dave said. Two completely different animals and how you fish should determine which one you choose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne Posted April 3, 2018 Report Share Posted April 3, 2018 I think he is comparing the HPX- S to the tailfisher, I don't think he's considering the V. I think you will see improvements in stealth, dryness and ride, but probable gonna give up a little on stability at rest going to the Maverick.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted April 3, 2018 Report Share Posted April 3, 2018 Talk to DonH on the forum ...the S's are tippy....if you are young and agile...no big deal...but, realize they do not sit as stable as a "v" or the Tailfisher you currently have.... Not sure i would trade up to an S from a Tailfisher....as they are similar in draft, etc...maybe a bit less beating in a chop with the "S"....but not much...and it willl pole better... If you are looking at an 18-V, whole different story. dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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