Kickboats/Float tubes.

tko · 04-21-06, 11:17 AM

To those that use them, is it possible to fish topwaters like walk the dog style baits?

Alos for those that have electronics on their kickboats, will as basic 12volt batter suffice to run a depth finder?

I am looking to get a kickboat this afternoon, I am looking at the Creek Country ODC Sport XL, if anyone has any input, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

flamez · 04-21-06, 02:35 PM

ive searched for putting depth finders on a kayak,they use 12 volt batterys so u should be set

bassguy2004 · 04-22-06, 09:21 AM

TKO, as far as walkin' the dog, it does take a bit to get used to because you're sitting down, but it can be done. Depth finders that are 12 volt work very well with a 12 volt motorcycle battery. I use a Fishing Buddy depth finder, it doesn't weigh hardly anything and it takes 3 "C" batteries to operate.

Deacon · 04-22-06, 08:36 PM

I agree with Jerry. It does take a little practice to get casting/retrieve down. I use alot of side am casting. I think if you can get the casting and retrieve down on a float/kickboat you will be able to rock on a big boat!

I also agree with using a motorcycle battery. I have 2 that I use. 1 is for my depth finder and the other for a bilge pump/livewell when we fish tourneys! You can pick them up at atuoparts store(Kragen, Napa or AutoZone) for about $20.00.

If you want to see what is possible to do on a Kickboat check out these 2 sites....

www.scbbbc.com or www.bass-n-tubes.com

Hope this helps you out!

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04-21-06, 11:17 AM	#1
tko BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 15	Kickboats/Float tubes. To those that use them, is it possible to fish topwaters like walk the dog style baits? Alos for those that have electronics on their kickboats, will as basic 12volt batter suffice to run a depth finder? I am looking to get a kickboat this afternoon, I am looking at the Creek Country ODC Sport XL, if anyone has any input, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

04-21-06, 02:35 PM	#2
flamez BassFishin.Com Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: St.Cloud Central Florida Posts: 910	ive searched for putting depth finders on a kayak,they use 12 volt batterys so u should be set __________________ "You got that right flamez, only one other bait more fun to throw than a buzzbait, and thats a sand minnow!" - Trap

04-22-06, 09:21 AM	#3
bassguy2004 BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Santa Rosa, California Posts: 317	TKO, as far as walkin' the dog, it does take a bit to get used to because you're sitting down, but it can be done. Depth finders that are 12 volt work very well with a 12 volt motorcycle battery. I use a Fishing Buddy depth finder, it doesn't weigh hardly anything and it takes 3 "C" batteries to operate. __________________ Show me the water, I will fish. Redwood Empire Bass Club

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04-22-06, 08:36 PM	#4
Deacon BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 314	I agree with Jerry. It does take a little practice to get casting/retrieve down. I use alot of side am casting. I think if you can get the casting and retrieve down on a float/kickboat you will be able to rock on a big boat! I also agree with using a motorcycle battery. I have 2 that I use. 1 is for my depth finder and the other for a bilge pump/livewell when we fish tourneys! You can pick them up at atuoparts store(Kragen, Napa or AutoZone) for about $20.00. If you want to see what is possible to do on a Kickboat check out these 2 sites.... www.scbbbc.com or www.bass-n-tubes.com Hope this helps you out!

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