RE: Traxxas Villain EX vs. MRC Triton Cat
I will second the Villain EX.
Have had mine over a month and it handles any type of water! The boat just rocks with numerous mods to gain some more speed. But RTR you cant go wrong. It is a great platform to learn on, especially all the electronics and combinations. And if you really want it to scream upgrading all of these things is possible and will handle really well. There was a video on here of one going almost 30 MPH. Screamed across the water and I am sure give the other boats n the area a moment of envy.