Eric
Don't buy the balogna being served here! Stratos boats are fast, look good and are reasonably priced. The rest of the claims are complete B.S.
I have owned 2. My latest is a 21SS Extreme. My tournament fishing partner has owned 3. They DO NOT have a good ride in rough water. They are bricks. No different than a Triton, Champion or Javelin. Javelin is the worst because the seats set forward in the boat.
Stratos boats fall apart easily as well. The gelcoat will crack the first time you hit a large wave. The transoms are weak also. Ask any Stratos owner how many times he has to tighten the motor mount bolts each season. I can tell you, every time you come off the water.
I believe Stratos boats are as good as any other if you are not running big water. Big water will destroy them in a hurry. Anyone that tells you different is either 1) a Stratos salesman or 2) never rode in a better quality boat.
My tourney partner purchased a 22 foot Ranger last year. By far, this is the best bass fishing boat ever built for big water. The ride is incredibly smooth. The Stratos will break your back, I promise. Ranger quality is second to none although they have some small details that need attention.
Take my advice. If you can afford it, buy a Ranger. You will not regret it. You will outrun all other boats when the water chop is 2 foot or more. All other brands will be bobbing up and down, riding the waves, you will be running at top speed. I have no vested interest either way but I thought you should here the truth before you purchase a boat.
As far a service goes, most marinas are the same. Some good service, some bad. They will all treat you like a king when you're in the salesroom. After you purchase the boat, you're just another number. Learn how to work on the boat yourself. Most of the time you have to re-do their work after their done. Boats are a money pit, be prepared to spend alot of money.