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Which type of Fishing Boat is right for you
You and your
family are heading out early in the morning for a day of fishing in your brand
new fishing boat. You hit that highway that leads to the lake, excited
voices echoing throughout your SUV. Your wife and kids are just as delighted
with the new boat as you are and are discussing the whopper they hope to catch.
You arrive at the lake, launch the runabout that contains the entire family's
fishing gear and in no time at all, you are skimming across the water, every
family member safely encased in a lifejacket. You just know that this is going
to be a great family outing and everyone loves the new fishing boat.
A
fishing boat can be anything between a canoe where you dangle basic bait over
the side in a river or stream to a powerful cabin cruiser or yacht. Basically,
all you need to get out onto the water is a vessel that is seaworthy. There are
a large variety of fishing boats available on today's market. You can buy them
at boat shows, fishing shows or dealerships. Let's look at some different types
of fishing boats.
Freshwater Fishing Boats
If you enjoy fishing in
freshwater rivers, lakes and streams, leave the big, powerful boats for someone
else. Choose a fiberglass or aluminum boat that is lightweight and easy to
transport. A bowrider, runabout, walleye boat or a boat with a small or dual
console will meet all of your freshwater fishing needs. These boats are perfect
for family outings.
Bass Boats
Bass boats ride low in the water
and are usually very colorful and extremely fast. They can be aluminum or
fiberglass and most often they are equipped with platforms in both the bow and
stern for easy casting. If you've always dreamed of owning the perfect bass
boat, be sure to buy one that has a trolling motor mounted on the bow. These
boats are mainly used for sport fishing and tournament fishing.
Offshore Saltwater Boats
If you enjoy heading out on the open sea for a day
of saltwater fishing that includes huge fish and heavy tackle, you will need a
heavy boat that is dependable and can be relied on in all situations and
weather. Anything less than a cuddy cabin or center console that's equipped
with either twin or single outboard motors will not fit the bill. The high end
of an offshore saltwater boat is a bluewater or convertible that comes complete
with luxury quarters and elaborate salons. These boats should be equipped with
inboard diesel engines that have maximum power.
Inshore Saltwater
Boats
If you're planning to fish for tarpin, bonefish, trout and snook or
redfish on tropical flats, a light boat will take you a long way. This type of
boat should always be less than a 25-footer and powered by a single outboard
motor. The best type of vessel for inshore saltwater fishing is a basic bay
boat or flat boat. Both types of boats offer a spacious deck for casting and
float well in shallow water.
Float Tubes
Float tubes are devices
that allow fly anglers who don't own a boat easy access to get out onto the
water. They are excellent for fishing ponds, lakes and mountain streams.
Essentially a float tube is a floatation device that is equipped with a seat.
The angler sits in the seat while wearing fins and kicks his way around while
partially submerged. Fly fishing from float tubes can be difficult, especially
for those who are using them for the first time. It definitely takes time to
hone your fly casting skills from a float tube.
There are two basic
types of float tubes - traditional and pontoon. Traditional float tubes are
usually round and have an opening in the front or middle. Basically, these are
an inner tube with built-in features for fly fishing. These float tubes can
take a lot of time to maneuver because they are round in shape and cause a lot
of water resistance.
The newer pontoon float tubes are much easier to
use. These are equipped with two pontoons, or air chambers, one on each side of
the fisherman. Pontoon float tubes have less water resistance and offer far
less drag than traditional ones because the pontoons are V-shaped and move
through the water almost effortlessly.
If you are thinking of
purchasing a boat, shop around, talk to anglers who own their own boats and do
your research to help you decide which type of boat you'd like to have. If you
still can't make a choice, talk to a boat fishing guide or the owner of a
fishing charter service. They will be glad to give you tips on how to choose
the perfect fishing boat for you.
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