Back in the game

[misfish]

Most know I have been a toon guy for the past 10 years or so . After many air leaks and then the big blow out last year, I had enough and decided I would either go yak or a small tinny . 

Put out a , ISO either a yak or tinny, but nothing crazy priced . Got a response from a local Barrie guy about a 12 ft light tinny . Went and had a look see . It was just what I needed.  Light , deep and easy to handle . Fits in the back of the Ram and will be there til the notty is unfishable in the fall . 

First on the agenda will be whitie opener here on Simcoe . Maybe a laker chase or 2 . Then I want to fly fish for some bass and what not all summer . Then the fall salmon and bow runs on the notty . 

Powerd only by electric motor that I have had for a few years now from fisherman . It pushes this tin banger to almost 4mph . 

Made sure all was good and now ready for next weekends opener . After thoughts of needed things . A clamp on seat base . I have a nice folding padded seat still from my toons along with strong oars aswell . Bench seats are low and hard on the knees . Maybe an extendable handle so I can sit on the middle bench . Hard to steer the electric from the back bench .

Nice to be back in the game for $300 . 😃 

Simple man,simple float boat .

 

[Spiel]

Congrats Pal. 

Assuming it's most likely a 12 volt transom Brian, I'd suggest if I may a pair of DC Batteries hooked up in parallel if you don't already have them and put them up front to keep the bow down for better steering and the motor running all day. Good luck on the White opener. 

 

[misfish]

1 hour ago, Spiel said:

Congrats Pal. 

Assuming it's most likely a 12 volt transom Brian, I'd suggest if I may a pair of DC Batteries hooked up in parallel if you don't already have them and put them up front to keep the bow down for better steering and the motor running all day. Good luck on the White opener. 

 

Sorry, I should of been clearer Chris . The back bench seems close to the transom,  which makes steering the electric hard . The balance is fine, but sitting in the middle bench would give me more space. 

Looking forward to many pleasurable outings.

[Spiel]

No doubt you'll dial it in for your needs Brian, may it serve you well for many years. 

[Terry]

Looks great, I think a 60hp would finish it off nicely and get you to where you need to go just a bit quicker then an  electric lol 

[Barry Willis]

Good going Brian, I don't think you will be disappointed in your decision. Not that you need it but good luck on your fishing adventures.

[John]

Looks perfect Brian. Have fun! But Terry is right a 60 would push it along real nice!

[Orca]

Less is more, sometimes.

I've never been in a kayak, and wonder if it wouldn't be uncomfortable what with your legs stretched out in front of you?

[Barry Willis]

I have one, like brand new, rebuilt 60hp Mariner but you'd have to make the trip out here to Calgary to get it, Haha.