Fishing Boats: December 2012

Thursday 20 December 2012

Nautic Star Boats

I am new to the forum in need of some NauticStar experience. My gf father is looking for a new boat, preferably a center console in the 18-21 ft range. He is looking at the NauticStar 19-20 "Offshore" with a F150 for near shore fishing/skiing/cruising because the price is right. I honestly don't have any knowledge on their newer boats, as there is no dealer close to take a look. I don't see much of them on the water, as I fish inshore. Just from looking at the website it seems a little odd that a 19ft boat has a 66 gal tank, excessive in my book on a 6 mpg boat? There are a few other things on this boat that seem odd, but I'll see what you all say to see if I am too criticle.

I am a fan of spending the same amount on a used, better quality boat than a new cheaper built one; most of use have been through a p.o.s. boat or two by now I know you get what you pay for. But, he is determined to buy a NEW boat, so does anyone have any REAL problems with the newer Nauticstars? Any reasons to steer him clear of this boat and save his money for another year to buy a more credible boat (whaler, scout, etc)? Please, no "Ran 50mph in 6ft seas, passed a 27 contender" only legitimate claims....check links below for more info...

Nautic Star Boats

Sunday 9 December 2012

Nautic Star Oats

I know they have been around for at least 4 or 5 years, but I'm not sure of their background. All I know is I shopped around and for what I needed the Nautic Star 2110 fit me best. I have the boat rigged with a 150 Yamaha 2 stroke carbed motor and she can hit 50mph top end with a prop I'm sure isnt quite right for her (PowerTech OFX3). I have owned the boat for almost 2 months and my only problem was a small crack that developed on the starboard rear jumpseat which was promply replaced by the dealer at my 10hr service.

I read a ton of reviews and most everyone seems very happy with their Nautic Stars. The only issue Im currently facing is porpoising easily in choppy/rough waters. I installed a set of Lenco trim tabs and I can now make it go away and point the bow down, but I really think its a prop issue in combination with my hyd. jackplate. I am trying a REV4 prop to get more stern lift instead of just a ton of bow lift. These boats are fairly light and of course much more so in the bow.

I must say I take my boat out almost every weekend and I love it! Shallow draft, great cruise and top end, handles very well, and plenty of space/storage....I would recommend Nautic Star boats based on my review.

Nautic Star Oats

Tuesday 4 December 2012

Polar Kraft

Let’s face it…boaters are a superstitious bunch. You’ve got to believe that storied history goes all the way back to the days of the earliest ocean-going vessels, when everything from bad weather to scurvy were connected to various perceived transgressions by crewmembers and (more likely) unknowing passengers. String enough of those coincidences together, and the word spreads quickly that something as innocent as bringing a banana onboard can wreak havoc on a voyage that would otherwise be smooth sailing.

Whether you view boating superstitions as solemn, don’t-ever-mess-them laws, or if you get a chuckle out of the seemingly outrageous notions that have sprung up over the years, they are part of nautical folklore. And, being notoriously nostalgic, those of us with a love for boating and the water tend to embrace even the nuttier superstitions—even if it’s done with a sly wink of the eye.

Polar Kraft

Bowfishing Boats

Any boat can be converted for a few hundred dollars to shoot at night. The biggest expense you may acquire would be a small portable bowfishing generator. You don't need eight bowfishlights to get started. I personally started off with the less expensive halogen lights and only had four of them. Then with time and exposure to this fun bowfishing activity I moved up to the ever so popular high pressure sodium lights to improve all of our shooters night vision while hunting down the fish.

Bowfishing Boats

Sea Vee

These unique offshore fishing boats are created exclusively for discriminating, hardcore anglers that demand the ultimate in quality and performance. SeaVee redesigned and retooled their entire line of tournament fishing boats starting in 2003 to accommodate the new, heavier, high output 4-stroke outboards that are so popular today. In early 2005, SeaVee moved into a larger factory and as a result, is able to offer the newest, most modern line of fiberglass hull designs from 29 to 43 feet available on the marine market today.

Sea Vee