Well, If I am not mistaken, they are made right next door to the Cat factory. Their hull design is a bit old style, but I have been told it has a very good ride. With that said, everyone knows, when they are sitting in that back cut, and that familiar sound is heard, ” here comes a CAT”. They have the best ride, are the best built, and the best backed boat on the market. I had a 93 PII that Id put up against anybodys 2011 19 bass boat for ride quality, handling, speed, and for that matter, finish.