Re: ZT 280 owners
 

229,

It has been cold here for a while too. Half way nice one day and cold the next. I just had a little boy Tuesday, so I have had my hands full to say the least. He is awesome. I hope that the boat runs the numbers you posted. I glad to be in another Checkmate. Last summer I was in a 99 28' Nordic Heat. Very nice boat, i just wanted something faster! :evilb: Here are some pics of the boat and one of my son!

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

The little guy, better know as the boss. J.J. weight 8lbs 6 oz and was 20" long at birth!

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

Andy congratulations on your new baby. I'am sure that you will enjoy your new son as well as your 280 this summer.I'am sure that you will see speeds in the low to mid 70 mph range.I almost bought a 28 nordic heat before i ordered my checkmate.What is it you didn't like about the nordic?

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

I really liked the Nordic. It was a sweet boat. I wanted something faster without having to invest $ I would not see back again. The cabin on the Nordic was great, mine had a wrap around couch. The new Check has shore power, a carry on AC unit and a transome shower. Some nice features for a little one. I wish it had a sink like the Nordic. Here is a pic of the Nordic. Why did you go with the Check over a Nordic?

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

When i called on the nordic it was sold.My first checkmate,i had really good luck with and the only way i could get the colors i wanted was to order it.I really like the red and black so a Friend who was looking on upgrading his boat wanted to order a checkmate in certain colors also.We ordered the two boats together to get a better price.

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

Cool! How about posting a pic of the new boat.

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

Andy here is a couple of pictures, i will see if i can find some better pictures of the of our boats.

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

Mine
Ron's

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

I like your boat. The red is really sharp! What are your overall impressions of the ZT? What should I expect? I really wish Checkmate would go back to the old school logo. I really do not care for the new one!

Re: ZT 280 owners
 

Andy i like the 280, it handles well, rides nice,looks great.I think checkmate puts out a nice well build boat.Your right about the logo i like the older logo better.Let me know what you think of your 280.Here are some pictures. Robin