iKon LX21 Bass Boat - First Look at My New Boat

[@SlimeTimeHaZe]

These engineer's here are taking this boat seriously. The crews are constantly working to get better. Go HCB and Ikon 🤙🏻

[@justgator1]

Sweet rig!! That curve is pretty slick! I dig the innovation!

[@wesleyfishing8610]

I love the curve on the side I almost feel like I've dreamed it before and I've always wanted a boat like that design

[@jimwarncke3787]

Beautiful boat...I love the design. The front deck is huge with the "curve" in there. Lots of storage space too. Good luck with the boat, and with your 2023 season

[@hunterjarnigan7220]

I can’t wait for the full reveal. I’d love to have one but I’m sure this is a 100+ thousand$$ boat. Being able to check your water temp in your live well is pretty dang sweet though

[@dvorakd14]

Love the livewell system. I think it’s a great new boat that there’s going to be no bias on towards brands and that’s really cool! You’re my favorite fisherman, if I could afford one of those. I think I would be buying one, great layout and features this far!

[@robertrussell6466]

Killer boat !!! Love the lay out, Wishing you the best of luck J.W. In your 2023 season, I will be following

[@WheelerFishing]

Appreciate it man ✊

[@ScruffyCityFishing]

Can’t wait to see the rest. So far though, lots of gray innovations. Really like the focus on keeping fish alive. That’s what it’s all about in the long run. I bet that shape will push water away from the boat in front of the helm and keep you dry.

[@32perrymacpmj32]

Team marine service shows alot more about this boat!! Andy out on the Lake driving it..

[@steverogers1298]

It's awesome Jacob very nice and thought out! Thanks for sharing it with us, God bless you! and can't wait to see it all!

[@kumaboyy.7443]

JDub, it would have been nice if you could of did your reveal before you loaded the boat, so we could see inside those storage lockers! 😊 I know the engineering of any new vessel is a massive work, but it looks awesome!🔥👍

[@WheelerFishing]

Waiting till launch on that 👍

[@dylantackes5337]

i like everything about it especially the huge front deck. i wonder what happens to all the old boats?

[@garretthale5670]

Pretty cool, well thought out layout, love the backup switches ,

[@WheelerFishing]

Thank you! I like it too

[@EddieButler-fv9tr]

Jacob you are my new favorite fisherman

[@joshuagreen9048]

Awesome, love it. Can't wait to see it around Harrison Bay!

[@wvlongshooter3912]

Love it!! Love the new technology!! If ya ain’t learning and adventuring, you then have peaked at ever getting any better at your craft!!! Thanks!!

[@bigmike19]

I can't wait to see this boat at the classic so I can get a full view. Might end up getting one of these.

[@NewProProducts]

Beautiful boat! Kudos on the livewell features! Keep the V-T2 in mind though. Would help with those livewell gases!

[@joshharvey9926]

DING!!! Love everything about it so far. Would love to demo one of these boat for you in the Northeast..... I would give up my Triton in a heartbeat.

[@wwp2213]

@Wheeler Fishing, Boat looks amazing 👏. At first, I wasn't a fan of the curve, but after looking closer, it adds a new style that makes it stand out. The chill plate idea definitely comes from the yatch side of HCB. Are you all considering Heated steering wheel and seats along with shock absorbing seats? Good Luck this season!

[@Bill-TNTFishing]

Jacob I was the guy in the boat next to you (just watching) on Champlain for your historic last 3 hours when you had that amazing run to the MLF win.... When you got pretty close to me (I was on spot lock) you finally took your eyes off your Active Target and asked me why I wasn't fishing.....(I was just being courteous as our boats were pretty close ....and enjoying the amazing show.) That was a class act. You and KVD are the only ones that have said something like that... Became a bigger fan immediately. Now.. Can you tell me what Electronics Bow mount that is?

[@bruceesterline3170]

Its the secret weapon to be used to win 100,000 dollars big fish MLF👍and 25,000 and 50,000 for the biggest fish in a tournament that is huge 👍

[@cherokeelaketennessee7895]

Please make sure they get a removable passenger console. My wife fishes with me and when it cools off she wants that console in but as soon as it gets hot, it's coming out. I'm running a Triton now and that's one of the main reasons I bought it, not that many boats have removable consoles. Great looking boat! I'm a year away from a new one, will be looking at the Ikon.

[@wfdjmcgee125]

A Caroline flare on a bass boat. Nice!

[@tubingtomtom]

I’m still liking the cats. There’s just so many to choose from.

[@johnproctor3071]

JW the boat looks great. I see how all that can benefit the pro anglers. But with all the advancements in technology and putting those screens on all the newest boats. The industry has priced itself out of allowing the average weekenders ability to buy boats. It would be great if we could all afford those upgrades but most of us are getting priced out. If this boat-making industry is something you are serious about. You should look at making a quality boat for the average fisherman. Best of luck this season.

[@Jprez254]

Jwheels your missing something in that new boat ….you need some Steak jerky from Outdoor Store or Cabelas very good stuff. 😂 I’ve had some & I love it. Ask your boy sizzle 😂

[@prideNwinning12]

Sold!!!! To the man on dale hollow lake. Brother that’s sweet and I can’t wait to be in one

[@dygsr92]

Yah it must suck to be Mr. Wheeler with that boat set up. LOL Cant wait to watch you for this season. GL

[@codycosner7058]

Beautiful boat mr. Wheeler! Ding then down this season sir. Let’s goooo

[@topraider5284]

It's a great looking new office

[@kindywoodandiron1756]

I can't wait to see more! That is one sexy boat!

[@kennethsmith5494]

Wow. Lord. You did it sir. Amazing. Congratulations. Now that is who's who in this zoo. Fine machine

[@ictmmxmscalper]

that boat is a ''DING''!!

[@patrickmahoney3479]

Great rig!

[@chrisbeemanfishing9951]

Good looking boat!

[@joemitchell7522]

Looks like a Winner... the boat too!!

[@rodcashman4793]

JW that's an awesome boat 🚢 😎 Thank you for sharing 👍

[@johnnyweaver1300]

The reason for the curved sides is to make room for that massive front deck, it's a Cadillac of a boat, huge live wells, how does it ride & handle? When you do the next update you can tell it!🎣

[@blaketinsley290]

Team marine made a much more in-depth video. It’s not going to be the fastest boat but they said it rides better than a champion…

[@toddandersen5742]

man, i've been sweating like michael jackson at an elementary school waiting for this....

[@WildBillHabiki]

Never ever heard of iKon boats but wow it sure seems pretty legit.

[@loganturner8031]

It’s new but I heard it’s the same company that built hydra sports bass boats back in the day

[@jrob7538]

Seen one a few days ago. Definitely alot of interesting differences from other boat manufacturers, has alot of electronic components so batteries will be a premium. What kind of warranty will the touchscreen have and how much would it cost to replace if not covered? Look out for those flipping weights! That middle compartment is huge though! Excited to see the fully complete version at the classic.

[@watson1998]

What amazing boat!

[@desertdog1125]

So Glad it will fit a Foot Long and don't think You need that That Red Bull

[@slayerstacker2074]

Best of luck this week, Mr. G.O.A.T. Start this title defense off strong 💪. Go out there and show all those guys who wanted 5 fish over every fish counts, just to try and slow you down, that it doesn't matter. You're the best for a reason. All I want to hear out of your mouth this week is, bigg'n, uh DING. All week long, Jacob, all week long. Do you fish tomorrow or Tuesday ? It doesn't matter for real.

[@bigmercury1]

Jacob, I’m really interested in the iKon. Do you have any tournament footage on rough water?

[@jasoncorreia5563]

Can you please do me a favor, and say Hydra-sports Custom Boats, instead of HCB, just once, so the value of 94 hydrasports bass boat triples over night 🙏 Ps. Glad someone thought to incorporate a chill plate with the rotomolded livewell, good job

[@fishroadbeds]

Can't wait to buy mine...

[@rickvann3489]

My Z-19 held over 40 rods and reels without road rashing the reels, can't say that about my Ranger Z-520R can hold about 18 but do get reels road rash.

[@Jonmccard]

Love the boat definitely will be looking forward to seeing one in person good luck the year!!!

[@1080760]

Wheeler, you need to do a new signature series spinning reel that matches your rod

[@davidgibson5157]

Are they going to be sold at wedias marine ?

[@robertrodriguez4587]

Are there plans to release other sizes, or just 21’?

[@erk678]

Very interesting I want to see more.👍🎣

[@ethanperry4079]

Would love to know your battery set up in the next video's!!!

[@watson1998]

Who makes your boat?

[@shaybag]

do you get back wash when you come down off plane

[@makeithappen8473]

Vonore born and raised and I’ll be owning one!

[@gerardcolacci8388]

Awesome looking boat

[@lancemabry6707]

Will you be able to get the boat without the touch/digital screen???

[@brandonwoodcock4374]

How does it ride with the front end being wider than the rear? Love all the little extra touches in the design btw

[@rollievancleave2999]

Very cool!

[@mikel.4885]

What kinda speeds are you getting out of it

[@jasonmausteller2488]

How does the chill plate work?

[@JakeyLewing]

Wonder what the speeds are comparable too? I'm thinking Ranger or Vexus speeds. Low 60's...

[@garrettv.3239]

Gonna need to see more before it’s officially not a 521R.

[@carlreed9357]

Beautiful rig. Time to get some some fish slime on it.

[@tomlavey2717]

Looking good! DING!!!

[@andyj3107]

Man I love it. Good on ya great boat 😎

[@outdoorswithnickhargis]

It kind of reminds me similar of a Skeeter?

[@Rowdythedisneydad]

Can you see the water oxygen level with those sensors in the live well

[@benjaminsanchez5294]

Is there away you can give us a price range for this boat and is there only one location that we will be able to buy this boat

[@colt110987]

I heard some talk that this boat base is starting in the 70k range!

[@Califishin292]

This boat is definitely not designed for your weekend warrior. This is for your serious tournament angler. I’m thinking base price is around $90k.

[@captainron3494]

on cost folks listen u do not have to buy 100,000 boat... but if u want to remember as a business guy save save your money then buy it with cash one thing I will say the company that is building this boat your value will be better than all other boat builders.. 3 years down the road

[@Shawn_Lai]

Now I just need to go mortgage my condo and buy that boat. Wonder if my wife will leave me if we sold the condo for a boat and truck camper.... yes absolutely hahah. This boat looks sweet though, how shallow can this baby run?

[@richjones9962]

What graft mounts do you use ? Thanks

[@desertdog1125]

What Retail Jacob

[@allencasal]

Nice boat well thought out and I can get one for how much ????

[@KVX21]

Where is this Boat Manufactured?

[@robertknorr8470]

Looks Great !

[@tannerherrington8914]

Can you tell us a estimated price range? Give or take? 20ft vs 21ft?

[@Twangtown7]

All good stuff. Not a fan of that curve tho. Looks like the boat has a dent in it.

[@desertdog1125]

Jacob You should have just bought out Ballistic Boats and moved them to Tennessa

[@jasoncorreia5563]

Why, when he could just get a call from hydrasports. They're already in Tennessee. And they already know how to make bass boats, they did it for 30 years.

[@desertdog1125]

@@jasoncorreia5563 Good Point

[@stopcrying518]

I would pay $200,000 for a Ballistic before I paid $50k for this clone of every Johnny Morris bass boat

[@desertdog1125]

@@stopcrying518 he said it's like an Old School Ranger Quality

[@stopcrying518]

@Bass Man oh is that what he said? Luckily, "old school ranger quality" can be had for less than $30k these days, even if you want the exact same layout!

[@civilized5734]

Looks alot like my Caymas but with a curve :)

[@denniskiblerbassguy]

That’s very nice 👍

[@DeaconMike]

So, what's the top speed?

[@garywest2250]

35 rods....I'd expect nothing less from J. Wheeler

[@jordanlangford7481]

What’s the speed?

[@eliwilliams8479]

love it

[@johnhelems721]

Don’t care for the flared look I like the traditional look .

[@lewsguys8217]

Team marine went over the whole boat and a lake test...

[@jonnyboyd7715]

Not seeing anything other than normal boat standard stuff. But I guess it's just a new venture.

[@200HOetec]

The spirit of Forest Wood called. He wants his Ranger clone back.

[@rodneydryden6902]

Besides them both floating, there's very few similarities in the things that he talked about, let alone the things he kept up his sleeve until the full reveal.

[@bradefulle7732]

Live the vids

[@williamnaples372]

What about prise

[@blissburn]

I don't understand why you'd still opt for a carpeted deck, in 2023. So many better options exist now - SeaDeck, DeckIt, AquaMat, PlasDeck, etc.

[@jimk4267]

Guessing you've never run 70 in the rain or with sand on the deck

[@WheelerFishing]

The bottom deck is sea deck

[@blissburn]

@@jimk4267 I have indeed. The benefits still outweigh the drawbacks though. I'd love to hear Jacob give his thoughts on it. I'm really not being snarky. Carpet has a lot of drawbacks, and it's an old way of thinking for boat construction. Just look at saltwater boats, which lead the boating industry without question. No carpet anywhere, and there are good reasons for that. If HCB/Icon is rethinking the Bass boat, leaving the largest user-facing surface as carpet isn't getting it done. Just my opinion, though.

[@baad2003mach1]

Have u actually owned a foam deck boat? Jw... I woulda rather left mine carpet after 1 year with the foam... Just sayin..

[@tranzformedyouthtn]

Why what’s the problem with foam?

[@richadams8458]

Team service marine just did a boat price review and it was 142k lol

[@pauleckert2175]

That’s going to be an expensive boat. But really cool.

[@dlcook1971]

The question for those of use that have a budget. Can we afford the boat??

[@ronmeadows3153]

If you have to ask...........well then NO. Most of us mere mortals paid less for our starter homes than this boat will cost.

[@paulkimble6223]

Nope it’s a rich mans game