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Rainbow Trout Catch and Smoke: Trolling in Flier, my fast 27 pound 12' DIY foam fishing boat
Trout season has arrived in Vermont and a few days ago I took Flier trolling. A couple hours and we had our limit of rainbows which I smoked. Flier is ideal for easy trolling with a couple of rods. I just lay them down on my tackle bag in the center of the boat, angled in opposite directions and row slowly. There's plenty of width and room in Flier. Within 15 minutes one or the other rod tip jumps in toward the center of the stern and it's an easy pickup for me -- I just let go of the oars and pick up the rod a couple inches in front of me. I don't need a rod holder.
No one else on the lake was catching anything from a boat. I saw an aluminum pram and a couple of kayaks and a canoe. All reported being skunked. Trolling from a kayak with a paddle is very difficult (I know I have one). You have to back-paddle continuously without hitting the rods....and those have to be in rod holders, which are tricky to extract from under pressure.
Everyone else was was trying to cast stationary, and because the wind was blowing (variable direction, gusting at times to 25 mph) they had their hands full not being blown into shore.
Under oars, Flier was in perfect control in wind, even the worst blasts, and I could keep a steady trolling speed, upwind, downwind and crosswind.. The fish hit like clockwork. All were 12-14 inches, and I believe they were all holdovers from the previous year's stockings.
I smoked them very simply in an ordinary covered barbecue, using a few leftover briquets from last season, and a few chunks of hardwood -- black or sweet birch in my case. The fish were delicious!
No one else on the lake was catching anything from a boat. I saw an aluminum pram and a couple of kayaks and a canoe. All reported being skunked. Trolling from a kayak with a paddle is very difficult (I know I have one). You have to back-paddle continuously without hitting the rods....and those have to be in rod holders, which are tricky to extract from under pressure.
Everyone else was was trying to cast stationary, and because the wind was blowing (variable direction, gusting at times to 25 mph) they had their hands full not being blown into shore.
Under oars, Flier was in perfect control in wind, even the worst blasts, and I could keep a steady trolling speed, upwind, downwind and crosswind.. The fish hit like clockwork. All were 12-14 inches, and I believe they were all holdovers from the previous year's stockings.
I smoked them very simply in an ordinary covered barbecue, using a few leftover briquets from last season, and a few chunks of hardwood -- black or sweet birch in my case. The fish were delicious!
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Flier is a fast super light 27 pound 12 ' experimental foam and fabric fishing and rowing boat that I built in January 2020 to replace my Lifetime Tamarack fishing kayak. It's faster, lighter, roomier, carries more weight, and is more stable than my kayak. Flier was built using unconventional materials and construction methods. Surprisingly, the main tool used to build it was an old hacksaw bla...
I do not know if you are replying to questions here, but I could not find another way to contact you. I bought your plans pdf and in it you say that PU foam is not suitable. In a word, why? It is used in surfboards using the similar sandwich idea.
What a cool design. Have you thought about how a mast could be attached to sail it?
I bought your plans at least a year ago and am really eager to start building. I know you had mentioned designing another boat that could have another on board, is that plan still in the works?
Noice!~!~!
This looks so interesting. I purchased the plans earlier today but haven't received an email to access the PDF. How long does it normally take to receive the email?
wat kill?
This is such a cute boat and video :)
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I have a hard time believing this boat seat won't break with a 240 lb guy sitting on it or a rock won't break a hole in it. Other than that nice job!
Thanks for your excellent tutorial, the pdf of course too. How have been your experiences in the long term concerning the resistance oagainst solvents? Does the PMF layer prevent accidental exposure, for example at gas stations, from diffusing through to the XPS, and therefore damage? Thanks, and best wishes.
i will make one very soon
how the surface of XPS is reinforced if not lamitated ? some special paint ?
Dear Mr. Hacksaw, I bought you plans a yr or 2 ago. Put em in a binder… wanted to build this for my grandson who is ate up with fishing, so far he has bested all my PR’s he is 10. We are his guardians. This yr we are homeschooling, retired public educator, but his needs weren’t being met. So we began this project yesterday. He got the math! The angles and arcs! Thank you so much for selling this plan reasonably. His best friend and fishing buddies dad passed away a couple of weeks ago. He lives down the road a bit. I dearly hope these two boys learn a lot about life, and fishing as we explore the project you provided for us. Best wishes from NE Oklahoma.
Thanks Larry! Great note! I hope you and your grandson have as much fun building and using your boat as I have!
Craftsmanship is impressive. Materials list would be nice but this is enough. I got it. Thank you
Genius build!
Thanks kindly Joseph! It was fun and I'm still using Flier every chance I get. Looking forward to summer 2024 on the water.
How is the boat holding up? Any repairs or problems noted?
Hi John, absolutely no problems with my Flier, now after 4 years of heavy use (I have won three annual state Master Angler pins using her). Looking forward to year #5!
What do you use instead of fiberglass and epoxy????
sir, can you please provide me with the meassurements
How long are the oars? I was pricing materials last night. Already bought the plans last year. Im going to finally build it!👍
Bought the plans. Excellent. As I live in Europe, it's difficult to get 1" XPS. Can get 20mm or 30mm very easily. Would you be abldvyo advise which would be better or if they would be suitable? Thanks love the videos. 👍
I think about, building a sunfish with your method.
Even the musical background is spot on
At an advanced age I have just discovered the sheer pleasure of fishing. Always wanted to build a boat. I think I can manage this with my meagre construction skills. Awe inspiring. Plans bought. Just watching full video for second time. Extremely good video as well.
I've always wondered about just using a bed sheet instead of fiberglass. Sure it won't be as strong, but its probably decent If I'm a heavy guy, 270lbs right now, should i just bite the bullet and go with fiberglass or is the material you used sufficient?
Probably better off just wrapping it in syran wrap. Instead of glue and paint and fabric.
Impressive. Nice catch too! Enjoyed seeing your build video, and the clips of you rowing. Inspiring.
Thank you for sharing this amazing build and selling me the documentation that would allow me to recreate your excellent design. I learned for only $12 that my plan to build a different vessel using similar techniques was likely impractical. That being said, may I ask your opinion on something, please? Do you consider PMF to be suitable for constant immersion if coated in something more waterproof, for example wooden hull paint, or would such a finish be injurious to the foam/glue laminate? I saw notes in the designs talking about how certain finishes will melt the foam and so forth.
Hello Tom, I don't use the term "poor man's fiberglass". It is non-specific, and frankly, true polyester and epoxy fiberglass are very different in properties from what I've used in Flier. Flier's specific light weight cloth laminate was tested in advance with samples to be appropriate for its intended load and use as a 12 foot ultralight portageable drysailed fishing boat. I've proven the boat out in practice for three seasons now. I honestly can't tell you what would work for entirely different boats' purposes, loads, etc. There have been boats built of real fiberglass fiberglass over foam, using epoxy resins on styrofoam, or polysester or vinylester resins on solvent resistant foams -- but that's a big technical subject, and the expense and skill levels required to build are high.
@@SRHacksaw thank you for your time and perspectives. I really appreciate your efforts and wouldn't hesitate to recommend your design to anyone who was hunting for a cheap, relatively fast and easy boat project!
i was looking for pontoon diy and saw your video. Very nice build , im almost starting to ask myself if i could do my pontoon on a same principle..
If you're talking about powering a heavy boat, go with the usual aluminum. This is a 27 pound rowing boat you can carry on your shoulders. It doesn't need the puncture resistance of something 50 times heavier with 50 horsepower pushing it 15 knots. Does that make sense?
this boat is a little weak for the sea , Have you tested the boat in the sea?
Nope. This is Vermont. No sea. It was built for lakes and ponds, and portaging into off-the-beaten-path areas for fishing. Places you can't carry a Boston Whaler into. It's not weak by any stretch, however, and I've been in some difficult conditions on Lake Champlain, and been secure. Safety on the water is 80% seamanship, prudence and experience, and 20% boat.
what is the spray adhesive that you are using to bond XPS?
It's a type of spray foam insulation available at hardware stores in the U.S. I tested a few different types, and found one that worked best for me.
how long did it take and what was cost of materials ? thanks ...
Hi, it takes me about a week of work, but it was spread out over a month because of the need to film, and the fact that I worked part time on it.
What did he put between the fiberglass cloth and the foam?
There is no fiberglass cloth in my boat, and no polyester resin or epoxy.
What a thrill to catch fish like this from a boat you built.
It was. I've won 3 state Master Angler pins in Flier, and looking forward to next summer (2024) fishing season. It lives on top of my car from ice-out in April to November, ready to fish or row in any body of water, any time.
The pith helmet of boats. Superb!
If I had any doubts which I didn't about whether or not you knew what you are doing by looking at your wonderful boat they were removed completely when I saw what a good job you did smoking those fish. They look good.
single layer of fiberglass??? just sanded ? is there paint ?or what?
There is no fiberglass at all. One layer of a lightweight fabric, and some reinforcing tapes of heavier weight material. Specs and much discussion of the process involved in this design are on plans.
I'm assuming a plastic cloth of some kind that won't absorb water like a rayon or other polyester cloth.
just bought your Flier's plan, will try to make one. thanks for your kindness
Great! Sorry about the late reply!
I have nothing at all to do with boats or boating, but this construction has given me the idea of using this method to make up some modular insulation panels to use on my old camper/living box that i use on the back of my old vintage trucks when attending shows and long road runs. My main reason is to keep it cooler in the summer, but it would also extend my season as it woild keep it warmer too. Many thanks, you now have a brand new subsciber in the United Kingdom.
Hi David, thanks! I believe others on YT have built campers with foam and fabric, though using heavier materials than needed on this boat. Goof luck, and thanks for the subscription!
Quick question: I've started my own Flier build (after watching the video many, many times and purchasing your building guide), but have a question re the rowlocks that the tholepins go in. Are the rowlocks just glued on, as per the reinforcement guides? Or are they pinned on as well with dowels? Seems like all the stress from rowing would be focused on that glue joint...
My oarlocks are sockets made from water pipe, and removable wooden dowels as thole pins. They have worked well for three years now with no problems.
Hello ! Do you have plans in cm?
Sorry no. I just drew up my own boat's construction.
Love it! I'm going to build a dinghy for my sailboat based on the same conceptual design (modified for saltwater and sea states) I will link this channel when completed.
After 2 years, is it still in good shape?
Hi Chantal. Yes -- actually 3 years and in perfect shape. Took it out yesterday and caught two brown trout and a rainbow on a mountain lake near here. Flier lives on top of my car every summer all summer long, ready to launch. Best boat I've ever owned. Thanks for asking!
@@SRHacksaw thats amazing!!! Im planning on making one this year because I've been inspired by your video! Your boat is well made and nice colors too! Ive already bought the titebond2 glue online, its not common in stores here in Canada. Planning on catching trout too! Wish me luck!
brilliant technique, not sure how one layer of glass would work but looks very stable in the water
There is no fiberglass in this boat. It has been used heavily fishing and camping for three years now and is in perfect shape.
I don't want the plans I just want to know what he covered it with if it is not fiberglass
Nice. Good joinery. Here's a smaller boat made of 1" foam (no wood) which uses large decks and foam gunwales for rigidity. czcams.com/video/F4KHGo-jbOc/video.html Not shown are removable foam floorboards to reinforce bottom. Probably too small for fishing. Such boats can be made cheaply, especially if you can get second hand or surplus foam. Go for it!
Great job and video! I plan on building one soon. Dow blue board is no longer available in Arizona, any suggestions using the pink board? What is the status of your larger capacity design?
This is a great looking little boat. I have a question. As the glues you use are water soluble, will the boat withstand prolonged (a week or more) immersion in fresh or salt water? Or will it fall apart?
Barry, the adhesives are NOT water soluble. They are water cleanup, before they cure. Think of concrete -- it's water cleanup before cure, but not "water soluble". Flier is an ultralight boat I built for myself. I would never leave it at a dock for a week, just as I would never leave a fine wood and canvas canoe like that. It only weighs 27 pounds, Just lift it out of the water and turn it upside down on land. It weighs half of what a canoe does. My boat spent an entire year on top of my car, in all weather, and during the Vermont winter, on the ground buried under snow and ice. No problem. See the "Community" section of this channel for photos of it in snow. Camping? Just lift it out of water at the shore and turn it over. I treat my boat properly. Flier is on its 3rd winter now, looking forward to use next spring.
@@SRHacksaw thank you very much. I really appreciate your detailed reply. I was thinking of making one as a tender for my boat. It's ideal being so light.
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