Comments From Our Customers

Posted 11/12/2009

There just isn't enough room on this site nor enough time for me to tell you how I feel about the Gator Bay 2410. As a charter guide, it is important that I have a boat that is roomy enough for several fishermen, novice and seasoned. It has to have a comfortable dry ride for the higher seas on windy days in the large outer bays yet be able to float in shallow ponds for redfishing. This boat has it all. we can fish multiple fishers on the big spacious decks and still have plenty floor space for those who want to stay in the lower portion of the boat. The 2410 Gator Bay is big enough that I can fish five comfortable and still allow me to run around the boat taking fish off hooks and re-baiting lines. And the storage...oh my God!!!! There is plenty and storage and it is dry dry dry. The big Evinrude 250 Etec pushes this boat as fast as I would ever want/need to go. As big as the boat is, the 36 volt Motorguide is plenty to troll around ponds all day fishing for Redfish. The boat is so stable that you don't notice when someone steps down from one of the big decks to the floor, unlike some boats out there that rock you out of the boat. The problem with it is Mr. Moore was right.....It is the last boat I will ever need. That is until I just HAVE TO HAVE another one. When I do, it will be a Gator Bay boat, hands down. I am in my boat 150-200 days a year so it is crucial that it be the right boat. I have finally found the right boat. Thanks Mr. Leroy for all the little thoughtful things you have put on this boat. Enough talking about it, come on down to Delacroix, fish with me, and see for your self.

Captain Ahab

Posted 11/12/2009

I really enjoy my Model 154S. Just the right size for my lake. I especially like the fuel economy from my 40 HP Mariner. The one problem that I have encountered is that the I have used it so much that I have worn out the plastic spacers under my seats. Where can I get replacements.

Thanks, John Peters

Posted 11/12/2009

I just got my ProGator 190V, what a great boat. I love the great ride and how stable it is while fishing. It everything I hoped it would be. Thanks ProGator for building a great boat.

Doyce Stephens

Posted 10/30/2009

1998 ProGator 200V Johnson 200. Best boat I have driven yet and I have driven nearly every brand of bass boat made.
70 mph and smooth. BEWARE! If you drive one... You will buy one!

J. P. Wilson

Posted 10/14/2009

These boats are awesome hands down. I have the 160V. it handles rough water great! I put a after market tilt trim/jack plate on it. The boat will do 58 on gps on a 16 foot boat. It is FAST and will float in almost 2 foot water. I tournament fish and can go anywhere literally. My buddies have 45 to 50 thousand dollar rigs and they can’t handle the rath of the gator. Keep making a awesome product with quality. It is truly a lifetime boat. "Thanks a million Progator team"!!!!!!!!

Brad Tonne

Posted 04/30/2009

ITS GREAT!!!!!!!! My 2001 Pro Gator with a 225 efi Mercury motor has brought me many memorable fishing excursions!! I will never own anything other than a PRO GATOR!!! I am always the first out of the hole and believe me I'm the envy of the bass club!!! Truly the Pro Gator has been a family tradition being that 3 generations of the Baker's fish only from the best: PRO GATOR.

Floyd Baker

Posted 04/15/2009

I've owned several types of boats and rode in a dozen others and I have to say , I love my boat. The ride, the comfort of fishing........you name it. Toledo Bend proved it to me a couple times already. Anyone fishing that area knows what I'm talking about.The boat has the perfect name cause it's tough as a GATOR!

Chris Lear

Posted 03/17/2009

Proud owner of 1997 200v. Have literally wore out trailer and every decal on it and just lost the original Johnson 200 engine. As a second owner I had little if any knowledge of the company and after owning Rangers and Champions I am a firm believer in these boats. Tough!!! All I can say. Just put a $16,000 225 on it and running strong. I fish pro tourneys at the Lake Ozarks in Missouri and the lake has some of the biggest water in the country. The boat handles it great. One thing for sure having a Pro Gator and winning is sweet. The big boys know us well, but they really know the boat! I am looking for apparel and stickers for my boat. need new catalog on bass boats. Thanks for making one great boat.

Doug Jones

Posted 03/12/2009

Hello, I purchased a Progator used, from a guy in Kentucky. It was exactly what I was looking for. I'm proud to own it. I worked hard all my life to get a boat, and it finally worked out. I love everything about it. Please send a couple of xl shirts and hats. I really appreciate your time. Thank you so much.

Mike Wentz

Posted 03/07/2009

I bought a 1988 pro gator in Louisiana when I was stationed there in 2005. I will tell you that it is the best boat I have ever purchased. It was a little rough looking but after a little clear coat everybody was asking me what kind of boat it was and asked where to get one. It has the Nissan 90hp on it and it doesn't miss a lick. Hands down the best boat I have ever been in and owned. Thanks Pro Gator for a job well done.

Ryan Eccles

Posted 02/24/2009

I have a 1978 Gator, and I love it. I am in the process of refurbishing it, and being thirty years old, I can not believe that the paint is not crumbling, and it does not leak one bit!

Jake Olsen

Posted 01/07/2009

I have a 1984 Gator Slingshot 17.5 ft with a Johnson 150 GT. I bought it about 6 years ago. When I bought it, it was in showroom quality condition. I absolutely love it. It rides so good. It’s smooth and fast. When the time comes, I will get another Pro Gator. Thanks!

Dusty Cooper

Posted 05/30/2008

I have a 150C with an etec 60 on it that is kept on Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs. This is the most fun boat that I have ever owned. It drives unbelievably well, handles rough water better than a lot of boats much bigger, and is as easy as a duck boat to load and unload. My son is 9 and he is the captain of this boat and he and I certainly have a ball with it. There is plenty of room for the two of us and our gear and a guest if we care to take one. It's a wonderful little boat that anyone who likes to fish a little should own. Thanks for a great American product and keep up the good work. We're hooked!

John Hays

Posted 05/15/2008

I JUST LOVE MY BOAT, I'VE GOT A 2002-200V, EVERYWHERE I GO IN GEORGIA, PEOPLE STOP & LOOK & ASK ME, WHO MAKES THAT BOAT?? NEVER HEARD OF EM, BUT LIKE THE LOOKS OF IT, DOES IT RIDE GOOD?? BETTER THAN A RANGER, MOST OF THE BOAT STAYS IN THE WATER AT TOP SPEED, GIVING SUPERIOR HANDLING, SOME OF THE HULL DESIGNS THESE DAYS ARE BUILT FOR SPEED, NOT FOR SAFETY, SEEN GUYS START TURNIN HOURS FORE THEY GET THERE, JUST TO END UP SIDEWAYS-SKIPPIN, FLIPPEN!!! WHEN YOU TURN THIS GATOR, SHE DIGS IN & GRABS A HOLD. THANKS FOR CONTINUING TO PUT QUALITY & SAFETY, ALONG WITH STYLE & DESIGN, 1ST PRIORITY. PRO GATOR NEEDS A BETTER PRESENCE IN THE STATE OF GA. FOLKS WOULD THROW THEIR OLE BALSA WOOD SKEETERS & NITRO'S AWAY IF THEY KNEW HOW GOOD YOUR BOATS WERE-GET THE WORD OUT, I SURE WILL!!!

THANKS, "BIG UN"

Posted 02/29/2008

After 8 years of hard use this is the finest made boat I have ever owned, and I have owned them all in the last 35 years. Still the best riding and handling boat with the finest durability of them all.

Danny Mayden

Posted 02/08/2008

My brother has the 24 ft. Champion and I've rode in it a lot. My 24 ft Gator Bay is equal to the Champion. Both boats are dry riding unless you get in high seas with a crosswind. Of course you'll get wet in any boat in those conditions. Hard to beat that big front deck to fish from on the Gator Bay. No wasted space in the boat anywhere as it was well thought of when building the boat. All compartments are dry with good rubber seals. Live wells are very efficient with good strong pumps. You won't lose any live bait with these systems. I've kept 250 croakers in the rear bait well and 200 shrimp in the front with no problems whatsoever! I can assure you that if you ever need service on your boat, Mr. Leroy and his family will be there for you! I can't say the same for Champion as my brother has had problems with Addis Marine. The Gator Bays are built extremely well and I have not had any problems arise with mine. The Champion & Gator Bay are big long boats and my brother and I have added some cup to our props which really helps lift the boats. Personally I would go with the Gator Bay for a better price and you know Mr. Leroy will be there for you after the sale. Those people are great to do business with!! Good luck with your boat purchase.

Regards,
Capt. Bill

Posted 01/12/2008

After having my Pro Gator for a year I have to tell you, it has to be the strongest boat ever made. I fish at least two BASS tournaments a month, and I love fishing in the back of creeks where it is good and stumpy. My 190V ProGator has never had a problem. Even during thunderstorms on Toledo Bend with huge swells, my Pro Gator got me back to the weigh-in on time without a problem. After a year, I though that I would have at least some small problems, but I'm here to tell you never once has my Pro Gator had anything go wrong. If you looking for a great boat that you are not going to have to turn around and put more money into, "GET A GATOR."

Alex

Posted 12/29/2007

I've owned my Progator 200v for 5 years now and friends with Champion and Ranger boats agree that my boat handles rough water better and rides smoother. I love it and don't believe there is a better boat made.

Alan Batterton

Posted 04/13/2007

I bought a Pro Gator 154S from Donna and Leroy 2 weeks ago(3-30-07). I have not been fishing yet but did take it out once to make sure it would float. It does float just like Leroy promised and with the 60 H.P. Evinrude E-tec motor it does run real good, real quiet and fast. I have owned many boats in the last 30 years but this is the very first new boat I have ever owned. I decided that I could either buy me a new boat or let my kids nickel and dime me to death and then I would still be fishing from the bank. If you are interested in buying a boat you owe it to yourself to make a visit to Pro Gator and visit with some of the most honest and friendly people I have ever done business with. Thanks Donna and Leroy.

Jim Morgan

Posted 03/04/2007

I recently bought a 2005 190V Pro Gator with a 175 Johnson Bombardier on it. I am very pleased with the Pro Gator brand would recommend it to anyone. I have served in the Army for 17 years and I was finally able to afford a nice boat. Being cheap by nature I did a lot of research on the different types of boats (designs for hulls, transoms, style, etc...) Anyway, to make a long story short, with the rugged design and stylish look, you would be crazy to go with any other brand of boat.

Alex

Posted 01/06/2007

I love my 190V so much. Since I moved to Missouri a lot of people have asked me how can they get a Pro Gator. I make sure to tell them about your web site, keep up the good work. I have not found a better hull on a bass boat since I bought my Pro Gator in 2000. Thank you for a fine bass boat.

Kevin Anthony - Ashland, MO.  p.s. I used to live in Haughton, LA.

Posted 10/15/2006

After years of running name brand bass boats and being disappointed with the quality and performance I decided to take a look at the PRO-GATOR 186. After visiting with Leroy Moore the guru and owner of PRO-GATOR boats, I was convinced to give the 186 a try. It came equipped with an Evinrude 150 hp ETEC engine, the performance and stability is beyond question the best I have experienced. It is a dry ride even in the roughest water. give PRO-GATOR a try, you won't be disappointed.

Don Moore
Kilgore, Tx.

Posted 09/11/2006

I bought it in 1993 and it still looks new. I have jumped a many of Lake Fork Stumps-Logs and the Hull is Solid. I would never own another brand of Boat. Leroy builds his boats with pride and workmanship. As Upgrades came available, like new and more comfortable seats, I had them installed on my boat. It is a boat of a lifetime and will last me a lifetime. Leroy probably don't get much repeat business, unless an individual wants to upgrade to a bigger boat. If taken care of, a Gator will last a lifetime. NO DOUBT...
 NOW, What I really need is about 3 Pro-Gator Stickers for a 178V. Mine are wearing out. Can I order them on line?

Regards: Crappie John, A PROUD PRO-GATOR OWNER SINCE 1993.

Posted 08/02/2006

It is a very nice boat with a smooth ride, great control, and fishability. I say they’re #1.

Ethan Urda
Shreveport, LA

Posted 01/29/2006

Hey, I have a 2000 mod 200 Gator with a 200 Merc., 23 pitch tempest and with an average load my Gator will gps at 68 mph. It is also the smoothest ride I have ever had in a boat even in rough water. I would recommend this boat to anybody that wants a supreme bass boat for a low budget. Thanks Pro Gator for an awesome boat!!!

Gim McClarren
Lubbock, TX

Posted 01/05/2006

I own a 2110 Gator Bay that I can honestly say is 2nd to none. I've owned many boats in my life, both bass boats and bays, and all of them had some things I liked, but Gator Bay has all the best features in one package. Since I only live a few miles from the plant, I was able to watch my boat being built from stem to stern, so I know firsthand what care and quality goes into every Gator. It's like Leroy is building every boat for his own personal use. Also, I have to mention the Suzuki 225 4-stroke. It's the quietest, most fuel-efficient outboard I've ever owned.

 Jim Harris
 Bossier City, LA

Posted 08/18/2005

I have a 1993 Pro-Gator 178V and It looks, runs, and rides like a brand new one. I have jumped logs to get to where I was going on Lake Fork and it is one tough boat. If anything was to ever happen to this boat, I would get me another Pro-Gator for sure. I wore out my trailer and got me another one. If you take care of a Gator, it will take care of you. Thank you Leroy for building me the boat of a lifetime.

Crappie John

Posted 08/15/2005

I love the 24 ft. Gator Bay !!! I have a 250 Yamaha Saltwater Series engine turning an 18 in. 3 blade prop. I bought the boat for mainly fishing red fish in shallow duck ponds as it only draws 12 in. of water. Its roomy, fishes 5 people easily and stalking reds in 2 ft. of water is no problem. I used the boat the past 2 weeks strictly offshore up to 20 miles off the coast. I had different sea conditions every other day and I was very pleased with the performance of the boat although the seas were rarely above 2 ft. The last day we encountered big ground swells offshore and we had to take it slow because we couldn't run in that slop. The live well systems are great with very good movement and recirculation of water. The pumps are strong and very efficient! The boat was very dry riding as we never got wet the entire 2 weeks offshore. In my opinion Mr. Leroy and the gang make a great solid boat that is perfectly laid out for the serious fisherman. I think you would be happy with the 24 ft. Gator Bay!

Regards, Capt. Bill

Posted 08/14/2005

I have a 2000 model 200V / Merc 225EFI. I have about 300 hours on my boat and I can honestly say that it's the best bang for your buck -- period! With a "worked" 26p Trophy Plus, she'll run 74 mph with a moderate load, full tank of gas and fishing partner. Loaded to the gills, she'll still do 70 mph all day - any day. The extremely tough hull and the ability to run in the roughest of water is what sets Pro-Gator apart from all of the other big name cookie cutter boats. it's also cool having the only one within 500 miles. The look on 196 Triton owners faces when you blow by them on the way to the scales is just an added bonus. All this from a previous Ranger owner!

Gary Hicks

Posted 07/08/2005

I recently bought the Progator 150C with fifty horse Johnson motor and really like what I got. The boat for a fifteen footer has as much room in it as most 19 ft. boats. It plains out fast and is extremely fast for such a small motor. The boat handles extremely well and can accommodate 3 people easily. Also impressive is the ease of handling when launching. The easy load trailer that comes with the package is very easy to back and easy to get the boat on and off of. As far as I'm concerned you can't beat this package for the money. Way to go Progator.

Johnny Bullock