Is Ranger DPS, really that bad?

[Mmohunter]

Is Ranger DPS, really that bad? If geared properly, and the right race is chosen with the proper stats.

I've been debating rolling a Ranger for my 2nd class. Since EQ doesn't really have any number crunching programs like many other games, do the numbers really add up to be that Ranger DPS sucks?

Just looking for some insight, didn't feel like asking in /ooc and getting "omg hah ranger, lololol"

Oh, and in regards to someone saying "just roll a Rogue", I like having utility spells, so it's either SK , or Ranger for me.

Thanks.