Boats

Aluminum Boat Comparison

April 19, 2020 by jim

While surfing YouTube for random videos and whatnot, I came across an aluminum boat comparison. While not completely an apples to apples comparison, it was more like Fuji apple vs a Gala apple comparison. This particular video compared a 17-foot Alumacraft vs a 17-foot Bass Tracker. There are a few things to make note of. Memphis Boat Center is an Alumacraft… ...Read More

On The Fly Jack Plates

April 10, 2020 by jim Leave a Comment

Things you find surfing the internet. I came across a website called On the Fly Jack Plates. Basically, this is an on the fly manual jack plate that allows for instant adjustments, even while motoring along. Some will whine about safety while motoring, but seriously pay attention and just be careful. These are not cheap, but not outrageous either. I would put… ...Read More

2020 Bass Tracker Classic XL

April 7, 2020 by jim Leave a Comment

The guys over at Blue Line Fishing did a great little walkthrough & review of the 2020 Bass Tracker Classic XL. Most folks agree that Bass Tracker is synonymous with being a great value, decent quality boat. My cousin had a little Tracker 165 powered by a 25hp 4-stroke. It was just a beast of a little fishing boat that created fun times and memories. I wish he still… ...Read More

Jon Boat to Bass Boat build

April 6, 2020 by jim Leave a Comment

Check out this video series of a really badass 1648 Jon Boat to Bass Boat build. These videos were created by TinBoats.net member Nate Eckhold. Nate does some awesome work on aluminum boats. I have had a few online chats with Nate, and I can tell you upfront that Nate is not a “computer” guy. His comfort areas are working with his hands, and that is just… ...Read More