A huge thank you for posting this! I just got my first pontoon boat. I’m a very experienced fly fisher, with the opposite level of experience in a boat These are fantastic tips, particularly the anchor cleat I searched lots of videos and this was by far the most helpful Thanks!!
@@OregonUnpaved Thanks for the quick response! I live in CO and fish here and WYO and am very excited to take my boat out There is a lot to learn! Could you please tell me the brand of the anchor cleat? I am looking on Amazon and can’t find it. I’ve already order the other items you recommended Much appreciated!
For my lake fishing where strong winds are not frequent I use a plastic milk bottle for an anchor. When I don't need to anchor or am transporting the boat I just pour the water out. No use on rivers obviuosly where often I use two regular anchors to hold my Outcast steady in wide, moving pools or is holding near the top of a riffle or upstream of white water etc. BTW When un-anchoring a dual anchoring set up take into account which way the boat will swing when pull up the first anchor. I once, stupidly, found myself hanging by the remaing anchor bouncing up down amidst in a fast channel, great spays of water spewing up between the pontoons soaking and choking me. Suffice to say by the time that situation was resolved I too wet and cold to continue fishing. Changes are most folks are too smart to make such a silly mistake but if you know anyone like me, give them a "heads up,neh". Tight lines.
I have that same one lol that's funny i just searched "how to make a platfrom for one person pontoon" and your video came up so now I'm about to upgrade mine
I fill the plastic milk bottle "anchor" with water for a simple anchor. When finished empty bottle. One less thing to pack up bank to truck. Caution OK for a light river flow or lake but for fast water still need the pyramid shaped cement anchor. Love your clip/rod holder system.
Thanks for the tip on the side rod holders...previous owner left six in the garage....had to bandsaw them down to two slots each, buy hey...really like the result.
Hi I am looking for your help. I have a Bucks bags boat and broke the seat. There are two pins, I’m the sides of the seat. One of them fell out while fishing. I am not mechanical and do not know how to repair it
The life of a fly fisherman they get you to the spots! I’m sure there are more ideas out there but these are cheap and don’t break the bank :) thanks for the sub!
If you have a life jacket on you can float at midnight solo anywhere the hell you want lol. Your safety intro sounds like someone trying to explain that guns not loaded in a gun video lol 😂
I have a pontoon as well and felt like a 10# anchor was a PAIN to pull out. Your system looks better with the pulley how big or small would you recommend on a anchor? Did you make any adjustments to your anchor pulley system. Thanks
Brad Hunkins no the anchor was pretty much stock and with a 15# it is fairly easy to hold. A better anchor rope made it way easier to pull though that’s for sure!
15lb anchor is way overdone. A 5 would be plenty. The rod holder idea is perfect!!!! I just bought a Colorado! I live on the rogue, if you’d like to go get some springers. Let me know.
TU! I'm wondering ...are your oars attachment to the PCV original or did you replace? I can't seem to find any pontoon like it. It appears the newer models don't have it. I like what you have ... it's better because you can adjust it. I appreciate some help where you got it?
I just got a used one and on the back behind the seat the netting that makes that a shelf to put stuff on like where you have tour pump in your video sitting is gone do you know where I could get new netting that fits that spot?
I am buying a used outcast tommarow. After 2 years of kicking around buying a pontoon for winter steelhead on the local and coastal rivers. Great rod holder tips! I can't wait to jump on rivers with limited bank acsess. Do you try and side drift out of your pontoon or bobber dog? I plan on mostly hole hoping and just bank fish or anchor. But curious about drifting
I like both your rod holder ideas and a proper cleat for the anchor line s essential. One thing, if you leave that carabiner clip on your anchor you WILL lose your anchor. I used to run one on my drift boat anchor, after losing the second anchor I tossed the clip, no more problems. I understand your reason but that clip will leave you anchor-less. Also, a roll of duct tape can be a very useful to make a splint for a broken oar, don’t ask me how I Know!
I actually was able to screw it to the frame and epoxy on the screws and under the cleat. Didn’t have to go throw all the way or add washers. It’s been as solid as a rock.
I certainly cannot recommend any fishcat products....Boat was fine. When I purchased it I was told replacement parts were readily available. When one of the outer skins was damaged and I called about replacement. Cost to replace was around $600.00. Check replacement prices and warranty before buying any of theses pontoons. When they work they are great.
Mike Witmer yea that’s the bummer part about pontoons! Almost cheaper to replace entire boat than parts. I looked into better inner tubes for each side and that alone was 100$ each! But there are a lot of pluses to them too which makes it nice to have around.
I hope you did really well in this video. I had a pontoon and I fish by myself all the time thanks for the couple pointers. And #StayHookdMyFriend #HOOKD
@@OregonUnpaved we just started a Pacific Northwest pontooners Group. I float the alsea, Santiam, siletz and Etc. Look us up on Facebook at the hooked life send me a PM we'll have to get together and make a video
A huge thank you for posting this! I just got my first pontoon boat. I’m a very experienced fly fisher, with the opposite level of experience in a boat
These are fantastic tips, particularly the anchor cleat
I searched lots of videos and this was by far the most helpful
Thanks!!
Glad it helped! It’s a good system still going strong to this day tried and true :) good luck fishing and enjoy your boat!
@@OregonUnpaved
Thanks for the quick response! I live in CO and fish here and WYO and am very excited to take my boat out
There is a lot to learn!
Could you please tell me the brand of the anchor cleat? I am looking on Amazon and can’t find it. I’ve already order the other items you recommended
Much appreciated!
Here you go! Sea-Dog 002010-1 Clamcleat Vertical (3004.6039) www.amazon.com/dp/B005FCIG7W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_T8ZKGDQQ18C4A6WPT598
Same here…..thanks for the explanation on some basic items. Just bought a used Water Skeeter and can’t wait to add mods.
For my lake fishing where strong winds are not frequent I use a plastic milk bottle for an anchor. When I don't need to anchor or am transporting the boat I just pour the water out.
No use on rivers obviuosly where often I use two regular anchors to hold my Outcast steady in wide, moving pools or is holding near the top of a riffle or upstream of white water etc.
BTW When un-anchoring a dual anchoring set up take into account which way the boat will swing when pull up the first anchor. I once, stupidly, found myself hanging by the remaing anchor bouncing up down amidst in a fast channel, great spays of water spewing up between the pontoons soaking and choking me. Suffice to say by the time that situation was resolved I too wet and cold to continue fishing. Changes are most folks are too smart to make such a silly mistake but if you know anyone like me, give them a "heads up,neh". Tight lines.
How does the plastic milk bottle work? Do you fill it with rocks for weight?
I have that same one lol that's funny i just searched "how to make a platfrom for one person pontoon" and your video came up so now I'm about to upgrade mine
I fill the plastic milk bottle "anchor" with water for a simple anchor. When finished empty bottle. One less thing to pack up bank to truck.
Caution OK for a light river flow or lake but for fast water still need the pyramid shaped cement anchor. Love your clip/rod holder system.
Nice video and nice set up. I am stealing your rod holder idea. Excellent!
Charles Berkman glad it helped you!
Me too
I hadn't thought about using U-bolts to fix a rod holder to a circular frame. Thanks for that!
I love the rod holder! I've gotta get this for mine!
Will Hart organization is a game changer on a pontoon for sure!
Thanks for the tip on the side rod holders...previous owner left six in the garage....had to bandsaw them down to two slots each, buy hey...really like the result.
John Stewart awesome glad it worked for you. So many upgrades you can make with these!
Good video. Thanks for sharing your ideas.
Hello....I'm interested in the oarlocks. Are the OEM or aftermarket? Thank you, Jeff
This was a good video! Thanks man!
Chris Booth hope it was helpful!
I just ordered a couple of bike mirrors, not sure how well theyll work for seeing behind while rowing but worth a try
the great anchor striking head phenomena, t-shirts to follow...ouch, by the way
How would an anchor dropping into the water cost you your life?
Man I want a pontoon so bad!
Jonathon Humphreys get one! You can go anywhere.
Hi I am looking for your help. I have a Bucks bags boat and broke the seat. There are two pins, I’m the sides of the seat. One of them fell out while fishing. I am not mechanical and do not know how to repair it
I will try to take a look at mine and report back with any suggestions.
I just bought the Colorado xt it’s my first pontoon thank you for the tips
The life of a fly fisherman they get you to the spots! I’m sure there are more ideas out there but these are cheap and don’t break the bank :) thanks for the sub!
J. Stevenson I’m really excited about taking it out for the first time. So do you have any tips for a beginner?
I would say just start on something not super technical. They handle super easy, but still good to get a feel for it.
J. Stevenson I will be fly fishing lakes with it
lose the oars and go electric unless you have Popeye arms .@@Thelifeofaflyfisherman
Are your oar locks factory or aftermarket? I am looking for something similar for my colorado.
Tyler....I was thinking the same thing for my XTS
If you have a life jacket on you can float at midnight solo anywhere the hell you want lol. Your safety intro sounds like someone trying to explain that guns not loaded in a gun video lol 😂
I have a pontoon as well and felt like a 10# anchor was a PAIN to pull out. Your system looks better with the pulley how big or small would you recommend on a anchor? Did you make any adjustments to your anchor pulley system. Thanks
Brad Hunkins no the anchor was pretty much stock and with a 15# it is fairly easy to hold. A better anchor rope made it way easier to pull though that’s for sure!
15lb anchor is way overdone. A 5 would be plenty. The rod holder idea is perfect!!!! I just bought a Colorado! I live on the rogue, if you’d like to go get some springers. Let me know.
Cool vid. Thinking of getting one of these. How well does it handle in wind and average choppy water in middle of lake?!
TU! I'm wondering ...are your oars attachment to the PCV original or did you replace? I can't seem to find any pontoon like it. It appears the newer models don't have it. I like what you have ... it's better because you can adjust it. I appreciate some help where you got it?
I don't understand why anyone would buy this over a Sea Eagle 285... Way easier to setup and better features all around
Great tips 👍
Nice video. Great tips. Liked and subbed
I just got a used one and on the back behind the seat the netting that makes that a shelf to put stuff on like where you have tour pump in your video sitting is gone do you know where I could get new netting that fits that spot?
I am buying a used outcast tommarow. After 2 years of kicking around buying a pontoon for winter steelhead on the local and coastal rivers. Great rod holder tips!
I can't wait to jump on rivers with limited bank acsess. Do you try and side drift out of your pontoon or bobber dog?
I plan on mostly hole hoping and just bank fish or anchor. But curious about drifting
THANKS great tips
Steve Evans glad you found it useful!
I like both your rod holder ideas and a proper cleat for the anchor line s essential. One thing, if you leave that carabiner clip on your anchor you WILL lose your anchor. I used to run one on my drift boat anchor, after losing the second anchor I tossed the clip, no more problems. I understand your reason but that clip will leave you anchor-less.
Also, a roll of duct tape can be a very useful to make a splint for a broken oar, don’t ask me how I Know!
Nice video.. Where did you get the anchor plate you use in the video?
How did you secure the anchor cleat to the frame? Did you have to drill all the way through the round frame to attach the washers?
I actually was able to screw it to the frame and epoxy on the screws and under the cleat. Didn’t have to go throw all the way or add washers. It’s been as solid as a rock.
We need to float save some more kayaks lol
Great vid! Do you recommend that particular boat? I found a used one online. What was the retail if you don’t mind me asking?
Ryan DeLuca thanks! I also got mine used. Believe they were in the 500$ range back when sold at sportmans.
Oregon Unpaved Awesome sounds good. Also I believe you and I drift the same stretch of river. 😉
Ryan DeLuca nice you Been fishing lately?
Oregon Unpaved Not in about a month on the west side, but been getting over to central OR quite a bit for trout lately!
What's better a colorado xt, or the fish cats??? Looking to get one soon! Thanks man!
Fish cats for a river for the pontoon durability. XT would be just fine for lakes or mild rivers.
What oars are those?
What river ate you floating?
That U-bolt rubbing on the zipper can damage it.
first thing i noticed
I certainly cannot recommend any fishcat products....Boat was fine. When I purchased it I was told replacement parts were readily available. When one of the outer skins was damaged and I called about replacement. Cost to replace was around $600.00. Check replacement prices and warranty before buying any of theses pontoons. When they work they are great.
Mike Witmer yea that’s the bummer part about pontoons! Almost cheaper to replace entire boat than parts. I looked into better inner tubes for each side and that alone was 100$ each! But there are a lot of pluses to them too which makes it nice to have around.
Stay with "the creek company" for your pontoons and accessories.
I hope you did really well in this video. I had a pontoon and I fish by myself all the time thanks for the couple pointers. And #StayHookdMyFriend #HOOKD
HOOKD got one nice wild steelhead that afternoon! I’ve got s desperate video on that one hooked it floating through that’s always a cluster!
@@OregonUnpaved where do you float at
All over in the willamette systems and the coast.
@@OregonUnpaved we just started a Pacific Northwest pontooners Group. I float the alsea, Santiam, siletz and Etc. Look us up on Facebook at the hooked life send me a PM we'll have to get together and make a video
@@OregonUnpaved facebook.com/groups/1571501966314019/
Carabiner that LOCKS.
What kind of anchor system is on your pontoon..is it the factory one
josh ollis yea it’s the factory one. It’s not great will probably be my next upgrade.
I like this Jacob. You should come see mine and give me some suggestions
I do not believe that is a Bucksbag. I believe Outcast made boats for Sportsmen’s Warehouse.
It is. Outcast also has made boats for sportsmen’s, which were both green and blue. But this one is an older bucksbags.
what is the rod holder called
Seachoice 89501. They are much better than the flimsier other ones I’ve used. Would highly recommend!
@@OregonUnpaved ok sweet thank u very much
What is the name of the rod holders? I can’t find one with two inserts😢
Danny Acampora I forget but I can find them!
Attwood Marine 12750-6 Rod Storage Holder www.amazon.com/dp/B00A8OTVGM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jecfDbYD5X7AS
Thank you!!!
No problem, put that in the description since a couple people have been wondering. Hope you find what you need!
Daniel Acampora check Amazon just picker it up for $10
on your thumb nail