My paddleboat catfishing setup

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Liftedon40s

Discussion Starter · Apr 21, 2014

I had a 18' boat that kept having motor problems so I decided to sell it a couple of weeks ago. Then I bought this paddle boat and decided to set it up for some catfishing. Me and my buddy will be taking it out on blewett falls lake Saturday afternoon, throughout the night and doing some anchoring/drifting. I added 4 adjustable rod holders on the front. 2 PVC rod holders on the rear, hummingbird fish finder, livewell pump, 2 led lights for night time fishing, and some anchor cleats. Lights and fishfinder are ran off of a deer feeder battery. We are excited to see how it works out Saturday and we will post a fishing report Sunday! Here are some pics!

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Nat's Dad

· #2 · Apr 21, 2014

Sheer genius!

Side mount net holder?

OptiMystic

· #3 · Apr 21, 2014

A leaning post might be nice in that back corner where the PVC is. Sitting out for hours at night, every now and then you might want to stand and stretch your legs and whatever...

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Liftedon40s

Discussion Starter · #4 · Apr 21, 2014

Yea I am thinking of a way to mount my big net, and a spare oar just in case of emergencies. And as of the leaning post, I use to have a paddleboat that was sturdy enough to stand up in. Hopefully this one is the same as I will be throwing a cast net from it to try and catch some shad for fresh bait.

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Nat's Dad

· #5 · Apr 21, 2014

Of course that "shifter" will have to go..............I suggest the last one down but it's personal so you pick http://americanclassicars.com/hurst-shifter/

and to get it to the water of course you will need this http://www.oldfordtractors.com/elcamino.htm

OptiMystic

· #6 · Apr 21, 2014

I think the boat will be sturdy/steady enough to stand in. The problem is the size of the footwell. Most of use move our feet around a lot more than you would think to stay upright without a support. Try standing with your feet in a box that is just barely big enough for them for more than a few seconds. You probably can but it will likely feel unnatural. Think about trying to cast a net or rod or possibly lean over the water for some relief. You need a support, IMO. The yaks that people stand and cast in have room to move your feet forward and backward a little.

Liftedon40s

Discussion Starter · #7 · Apr 21, 2014

Lol Nats dad, I'll leave the el camino for you! And I was just planning on standing on the seat to throw the cast net. It's only a 4' so I don't need a whole lot of room.

Neilslure

· #8 · Apr 22, 2014

Dont forget navigation lights. Those LEDs in the footwells may not be visible to other boaters who may be out on the water after dark, especially if they have had a few drinks. I had a close call with a boat with no lights when I was running to a tournament blast off from another ramp one morning in the dark. He passed probably 30 ft beside me going the other way and I never saw him until he was right next to me.

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Nat's Dad

· #9 · Apr 22, 2014

I'm not talking about a cast net!!! You are going to need a big landing net as you will be able to slip in on some big cats via stealth bomber mode like a bandit.

sundrop

· #10 · Apr 22, 2014

Nice thing about led technology is it is so low draw on batteries. Might want to get one of these aa battery packs http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Pcs-New-8...der-Box-Case-with-6-Leads-Black-/180900537293 and get some cheap rechargeables from Harbor freight for a reserve battery. Please be sure to light that thing up at night so some yahoo doesn't ruin your night..

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Liftedon40s

Discussion Starter · #11 · Apr 22, 2014

Hey guys, I am planning on adding a all around white light for nighttime, this weekend we will take a lantern and my bright spot light with us for safety. We chose this lake because there is almost always only 1-2 boats at most out there. I do have a big net I am taking. 90% of the time it's me and a buddy going so the back rod holders can carry my net and my spare paddle. I'll upload a extra pic in a few hours. Thanks for the insight/suggestions!

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Drum Runner

· #12 · Apr 22, 2014

Nat's Dad said:
I'm not talking about a cast net!!! You are going to need a big landing net as you will be able to slip in on some big cats via stealth bomber mode like a bandit.

If you go in dark instead of lit up like a ball field.

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Liftedon40s

Discussion Starter · #13 · Apr 22, 2014

Nat's Dad said:
I'm not talking about a cast net!!! You are going to need a big landing net as you will be able to slip in on some big cats via stealth bomber mode like a bandit.

Heres my net and spare paddle holder for the time being lol

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fastfreddie

· #14 · Apr 24, 2014

That is one slick paddleboat! I hope you guys have a great time. Can you add a trolling motor or a paddle for stealthiness on the spot? (Edit now I see the paddle)

Also one crucial item missing..... the beer cooler.

Liftedon40s

Discussion Starter · #15 · Apr 25, 2014

fastfreddie said:
That is one slick paddleboat! I hope you guys have a great time. Can you add a trolling motor or a paddle for stealthiness on the spot? (Edit now I see the paddle)

Also one crucial item missing..... the beer cooler.

There will be a beer cooler added in Saturday lol, it has to be regestered for a trolling motor so I'm waiting for that. Should be an awesome time. Thanks

catfish_hunter

· #16 · Apr 25, 2014

for the money you got in that thing you could buy a jon boat or top of the line kayak

Liftedon40s

Discussion Starter · #17 · Apr 25, 2014

catfish_hunter said:
for the money you got in that thing you could buy a jon boat or top of the line kayak

I wouldnt mind a kayak but i am about 250lbs and thats what most are rated at. Plus i can still take my family out in this. Cost wise i bought the boat used and i have about $450 in the whole boat. That the plus of getting a used one! The new models were $500+ alone.

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RouseD

· #18 · Apr 25, 2014

Let us know how the fishing goes in your paddle boat.

Liftedon40s

Discussion Starter · #19 · Apr 25, 2014

RouseD said:
Let us know how the fishing goes in your paddle boat.

I will post a fishing report on Sunday!

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204Angler

· #20 · May 2, 2014

I think that's awesome. You did some good work! Hope you enjoy it and get tons of fish in it. Looking forward to the reports

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