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  2. Electronics Network Humminbird with Ipilot

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    5-Port Ethernet Switch x1
    Ethernet Adapter Cable x2
    Ethernet Cable x3

    MKR-US2-8 UNIVERSAL SONAR 2 ADAPTER CABLE-HB 7-PIN | MFR #1852068 x1

     

    5 Port acts like a internet modem to connect 5 different devices:

    • ethernet - adapter cable - bow fish finder
    • ethernet - adapter cable - console fish finder
    • ethernet - Terrova

    Separately, if you like the bow fish finder to display sonar information from Terrova US2 transducer:

    • Terrova - MKR US2 8 - bow fish finder

    Note:

    1. http://radioworld.ca/humminbird-m-125.html Radioworld will have everything you need, but shop around for the best pricing.
    2. 859ci HD will not display down image or side image even if connected to the network
    3. Both fish finders can not share a single map card, you will need 2 or swap between uses

  5. Go Pro Video- Feedback

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Nice video, a great start! :clapping:

     

    I would:

    lower the camera angle on your chest mount, too much sky, too little water.

    standardize your font colour, size and indentation.

    utilize the underwater capability of GoPro, fish look the best in water. (given clear water condition)

     

    Perhaps a 2nd GoPro from your buddy for action shot

    Music is great, but if you can workout good audio/conversation during the fight, it'll add more life to the video

    :blahblah1:

  7. Tracker Tundra - Legal Advice is Appreciated

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    The Lake Erie incident was and entirely different boat model. Longer fiberglass boat.

    It's also a Tracker Tundra, 2 feet longer and same aluminum hull.

     

    My deepest condolences, RIP.

     

    Quote from Walleye Central

    "Here's the last video Bryan had sent from the water, to his partner, before this happened, it's posted on their "Black Swamp Ohio Outdoors" Facebook page (you can see what all four are wearing).... https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v...type=2&theater" - Juls

  9. Tracker Tundra - Legal Advice is Appreciated

    in General Discussion

    Posted

     

    Who is expected to pay for recovering the boat, the insurance company or you?

     

     

    Don't take this the wrong way and I am not trying to rub salt in your wounds, I'm just stating this for any inexperienced boaters who may not be in the know. Running parallel to the waves in rough water is the absolute last thing you want to do as it's the easiest way for a boat to take on water and capsize. If you have unknown water below deck, as Sinker mentioned, this would only make matters worse due to the weight shifting from side to side with each wave while running parallel to the waves.

     

     

     

    You should definitely see what Tracker has to say about their boat not floating. More importantly, I think you should be contacting the coast guard to see why they approved a boat that does not float. One or both of these parties should be held liable for manufacturing and approving a boat that does not meet standards.

     

    Does Tracker know this model does not float when full of water?

    Was there an error in the manufacturing process where the installation of foam for bouncy was missed? If so, who inspected the boat and passed it?

    Does the coast guard not look into actual flotation tests and they simply believe whatever the manufacturer tells them?

     

    The insurance company will pay for the recovering fee.

    I agree with you 100% "Running parallel to the waves in rough water is the absolute last thing you want to do as it's the easiest way for a boat to take on water and capsize."

    My intention was beating to the wind by zig-zagging

  10. Tracker Tundra - Legal Advice is Appreciated

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    I was hoping you would tell your story here. I was really curious to know what happened that day. Was your bilge pump working? It almost sounds like you had unknown water in the hull when you got hit by the big wave. It was a very bad day out there, that's for sure, but for a boat to completely sink to the bottom isn't right. I hope you sue their butts off, and put that company out of business. Its not the first Tracker boat I've heard of that has sunk like a stone, and probably not the last either.

     

    I'm pretty sure its the Canadian Coast Guard who tests all boats for level floatation, so I would probably start there. If they don't know, go to the US coast guard and ask some quistions.

     

    S.

     

    The bilge pump was working, I always leave it on during rough conditions. (Battery was not an issue either, BlueTop31 was always charged before trips. x2 alternators from the outboards helps a little bit)

    It was possible there were unknown water in the hull, it's also possible the bilge pump didn't pump out water 100% when the waves were big and the vent sitting potentially below the waterline.

  11. Tracker Tundra - Legal Advice is Appreciated

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    Posted

    This is the same boat that sank in 2007? something wrong with this rig it should have stayed a float regardless unless of course if had been modified.

     

    Can`t offer any meaningful advice just glad everybody survived!!!

     

     

     

     

     

    There is obviously a problem with this boat and given the fact that it had sunk previously and then repaired and then sunk again and the fact that it is manufactured by a company that has a history of hull and transom failures tells me that this boat could have had another hull or transom failure that could have contributed to this accident. Having said all that the bloody thing should have remained partially a float and the fact that it didn`t is the real mystery, boats "sink" for various reasons I had a livewell pump fail last year and my boat started to take on water fortunately the bilge was able to handle it.

    I would think since this boat was manufactured in the States their regulatory bodies would be very interested in this story.

     

    The first boat that sank was definitely a lemon. We were given a brand new boat and outboards, there were additional aftermarket welding done to the transom joints. At the time we valued the boat for it's unique hull design. Aluminum features, plus the look and performance of fiberglass. I agree 100% with everyone that the vessel should've remained partially a float.

  12. Tracker Tundra - Legal Advice is Appreciated

    in General Discussion

    Posted · Edited by FISCHEN

    Good day to all of you!


    Been a member of this community since early 2000`s, have always came here for expert advice and useful information on fishing and more. It's a great community we have here!


    Long story short, last fall while fishing the famous Bay of Quinte in Ontario, Canada, our Tracker Tundra 18SC sank to the bottom of Lake Ontario in just a few minutes. Myself and 3 crew member were extremely lucky; pulled out of the water within 10min in the 37*F frigid water.

    (Scott Walcott and Sheldon Hatch were among the heroes that day)


    1st owner, bought from local BPS Tracker Center in 2007. 2005 Tundra SC, 2006 150 Optimax, 2006 Pro Kicker. 4 guys all less than 200lbs, normal 6 rod trolling spread and minimum tackle.



    • the weather was rough, but we were among the ~40+ boats out there.



    • while heading in for cover, I had the boat slightly parallel to the waves, we got swamped by a big wave. Our bailing attempts were useless, everything happened in a flash...



    • we had to abandon ship, as the boat sank quickly. Transom first, the boat was vertical and the bow went down within what seems to be less than a few minutes.



    I'm hoping someone on this forum can point me to the right direction, a number to call for legal advice, past experience with Tracker Marine, or perhaps a precedent case.


    Our All State insurance company still haven't made a decision on the boat & outboard compensation, they HAVE TO find and bring the boat out of water for assessments. Our coverage is minimum; at this point, a total value of $30K on-board fishing equipment and electronics will not be covered. (boat insurance covers up to $1000 for equipment, and home insurance have exclusion for lost due to rising water level and 'waves') :banghead: Gotta check your policies!


    If you were in my shoes, I'm sure your ultimate goal is to seek financial compensation for everything that was lost. My dad and I enjoy fishing as much as anyone on this forum community, and we are just your average income family who saved enough so we can fish safe and comfortably. It has been a very difficult winter to overcome everything that had happened, and dealing with insurance is never a walk in the park.


    Through my initial research and help from fellow members, I have pulled out the following Transport Canada Regulations to make my case. (Contacted Trans. Cad, waiting for responses)


    “Every small vessel shall be fitted with inherently buoyant flotation material that provides sufficient

    buoyancy to keep the vessel from sinking when it is swamped and when the passengers are clinging

    to the outside of the vessel, where the individual weights of the motor, the passengers, and the

    equipment carried in or attached to the vessel do not exceed the weights used in the formula set out”


    THIS.. is the only part that matters to the consumer... it MUST float!


    4.2.8.4 Requirements for Level Flotation Test

    4.2.8.4.1 When the specified preconditioning has been completed (subsection 4.2.8.2), the small vessel shall

    float in fresh water as follows:

    (a) the angle of heel shall not exceed 10 degrees;

    ( one part of either the bow or stern reference areas, as defined in paragraph 1.2.1, shall remain

    above the surface of the water; and

    © the midpoint of the submerged bow or stern reference area shall not be more than 152 mm (6 in)

    below the surface of the water


    Apologies for the long post, and I wish everyone a safe and successful season!


    Will

    [email protected] (please don't hesitate to email)

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  13. Marine Cranking Battery Optima 31 vs. Big Red DC31

    in General Discussion

    Posted · Edited by FISCHEN

    Which battery would you choose?

    Obviously there are more than just numbers on paper, I would love to hear your experiences! :good:

     

    $239 Optima Blue Top D31

    http://www.batteriesexpert.com/en/products/batteries/deep-cycle-batteries/12-volts-deep-cycle-batteries/dc31-280-batt-gr-dc31-140ah-1000mca-280rc-deep-c

     

    $255 Battery Expert DC31
    http://www.optimabatteries.com/en-us/shop/bluetop/bluetop-group-31-dual-purpose-deep-cycle-and-starting/

     

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    *both batteries meet the Optimax AGM battery requirement of at least 1000MCA & 800 CCA

     

    Connections to the battery:

    150 Optimax w/ power tilt and start

    9.9 kicker w/ power tilt and start

    Trollmaster kicker throattle contorl

    900 series HBird fish finder

    700 series HBird fish finder

    Bilge pump

    Livewell pump, recir, aerator

    Navigation lights

    Stereo

  14. Revo Premier spinning reels...

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Bought the 30 size reel on sale for less than $200 at the beginning of the year.

    I've used it for heavier applications, MH plastic frogs, chucking spoon for Salmon.

     

    Pros:

    - Light weight, solid construction

    - spare aluminum spool (not as shiny as the default spool, but a spare spool is hard to come by now a days)

    - Brandon P. of Bassmaster Elite series dropshotted with the Premier 20 size to win the St.Lawrence Showdown. Getting 20lb+ Great Lake Smallies for 4 straight days.

    - Bob Izumi switched to Abu Garcia, and I'm sure he's still catching just as many fish. :)

     

    Cons:

    - the smoothness seem to lose quickly when compare to similar Shimano or Daiwa reels. (probably needs lubrication)

    - hard to switch handles, this could be an advantage.

    A more durable design; not having to worry about the handle knob getting lose and potentially losing parts on the water.

    - the spool rim, which aids casting distance doesn't seem to be as great as the Shimano Propulsion Spool Lip design.

     

    I don't see a great amount of value this reel has over Shimano Ci4 or similar Daiwa model.

    I'm never a fan boy for any particular brand. If you are on the market for a new drop shot reel, I would definitely look into Shimano Ci4 (1st generation) that's being discontinued and on sale.

     

    Feel free to PM, if you have any specific questions.

    Cheers

  20. Problem with PowerPro Super8Slick

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    15lb PP S8Slick has been my go-to braid for chucking spoon off piers, nothing wrong with the line and I usually out cast other anglers.

     

    I'm not dealing with a lot of abrasion resistance and landing fish around 30lb has been no problem.

     

    Never had snap issues like you mentioned. (I'm on a spinning reel)

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