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Post by free2fish on Apr 15, 2016 10:18:41 GMT -6
Got rid of a framed pontoon boat last year because I almost needed a trailer to move the beast around. I still liked the idea of propulsion other than flippers and after a bit of research ordered a Fish Cat scout. Received it today and it looks really nice. 35 pounds, no frame, oars, kayak type seat and folds into a relatively small package. I'll be trying it out as soon as I find some open water.
Harry
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Post by brucerap on Apr 16, 2016 5:15:19 GMT -6
Nice looking craft, Harry. looking forward to a review.
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Post by free2fish on Apr 16, 2016 10:00:34 GMT -6
Got it pumped up in the basement and have mounted a fishfinder and a rod holder. I think I'm going to order a Scotty anchor lock and mount it on the front. The seat is super comfortable, at least in the basement. Really looking forward to getting on some water with it. Harry
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Post by dizzydoc on Apr 18, 2016 21:26:19 GMT -6
What kind of battery are you using for that fish finder? How many bladders does it have? Never going out again in one without more than one bladder..... I still like my framed pontoon - still young enough and strong enough to carry the thing, even if it means multiple trips And I don't use it for back country anyway.
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Post by free2fish on Apr 19, 2016 7:20:56 GMT -6
Can't remember what the battery size is and have never used it so can't tell you how long it lasts. The battery that came with the unit is a lead acid but you could obviously use whatever you want. I've got a bunch of Li-polys, Ni-MHs and lithium-ions from my RC days that I might re-purpose if I find I need more capacity. Or I'll use a 7 Ah that gives me 3 days out on the ice with my fish finder.
I like the idea of throwing this into my SUV partially inflated and being on the water in minutes. Forgot to add, it has two bladders.
Harry
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Post by Dale Martens on Apr 23, 2016 17:24:41 GMT -6
Like the depth finder and rod holder - handy!
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Post by Dale Martens on Apr 24, 2016 19:34:04 GMT -6
Forgot to mention, with those oars you'll be speed trolling...
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Post by free2fish on May 3, 2016 9:38:40 GMT -6
Took it out yesterday and must say I like it. I was able to shoehorn it into my Santa Fe by letting out a bit of air. You sit dry, your gear is dry, paddling is much better than kicking for long distances, VERY comfortable with the kayak style seat. Very happy I bought it.
Only caught one trout.
Harry
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Post by brucerap on May 3, 2016 15:29:56 GMT -6
Were you in calm water or chop, Harry? Curious how it can handle the ever-present winds and waves.
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Post by free2fish on May 4, 2016 7:06:12 GMT -6
Calm to light winds for the day so I have no experience with higher winds. But I'm guessing it would handle wind quite well and rowing against it would be much better than kicking. The feel is different than a regular float tube.
Harry
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2016 16:42:10 GMT -6
Hi guys, I have the Stealthpro (next model up from the Scout). Both are nice little boats. They are very good in high winds. Low profile keeps you low. I had no problem last year rowing off a lake with 1.5 foot waves that were hitting me broadside. I felt very safe. My only complaint is that the oars are on the short side. One would go faster with longer oars but the oar size does fit the overall size of the boat. I'm just used to longer oars on a drift boat. You will have some fun in your Scout. Good fishing and tight lines!
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Post by free2fish on May 14, 2016 10:16:06 GMT -6
I was also looking at the Stealth Pro because of the urethane bladder but eventually chose the Scout due to price. Hope I didn't make the wrong choice. I'll be drifting some rivers in the winter and parts of them have shallow rapids. Guess I'll see.
Harry
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