Category: Old Bass Boats

The Need for Speed

Posted by Terry Battisti | Sep 2, 2026 | Old Bass Boats |

For those of you who have a need for speed, here’s a blast from the past that might have you...

Bass Boats of 1964

Posted by Terry Battisti | Aug 26, 2026 | Old Bass Boats, Retro Ads |

Today we’re going to continue down the line of old bass boats, specifically the Bass Boats of...

Japan-Only Ranger Bass Boats

Posted by Terry Battisti | Aug 25, 2026 | Japan, Old Bass Boats |

On one of my first trips to Japan (2006) I was lucky enough to spend some time touring the local tackle shops and boat dealerships around Tokyo.

Martin Motor and Shell Lake Boat Part 2

Posted by David Smith | Aug 19, 2026 | Midwest, Old Bass Boats, Outboard Motors |

Yesterday we looked at one half of a boat and motor combination (the boat) that was inspired by a...

Shell Lake Boat and Martin Motor Part 1

Posted by David Smith | Aug 18, 2026 | Midwest, Old Bass Boats, Outboard Motors |

Earlier this month I once again traveled to Tomahawk, Wisconsin, to attend the annual Antique...

1984 Tide Craft

Posted by Terry Battisti | Aug 17, 2026 | Bass Boat Catalogs, Old Bass Boats |

What we’re looking at is a 1984 Model Year catalog from Minden, Louisiana boat manufacturer Tide Craft. Tide Craft was a maker of boats of all kinds including bass boats in the 70s through the 80s.

The Horsepower Race – 1971

Posted by Terry Battisti | Jul 28, 2026 | Old Bass Boats, Short Strikes |

In The Horsepower Race – 1971 we look at the horsepower race that started as soon as competitive bass fishing began and its concerns.

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written by Terry Battisti