I put a 50lb thrust trolling motor on mine and it moves!! Fits in the back of the truck so it's easy access where there aren't ramps.
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I live these boats for that reason. Easy to get around and get you on the fish easily
@genegoodwin89253 жыл бұрын
I grew up in SE Ohio next to the Ohio river and have owned a plywood flat boot boat, aluminum john boats, a speed boat and even a sail boat but the BEST fishing boat I have ever owned was a plastic two man bass boat that looked a lot like the Pond Prowler sold at Bass Pro shops. I would not even consider any aluminum john boat if I could get a Pond Prowler.
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Yes sir, they are awesome little boats. I have done my fair share of fishing out of one in the past all over the place with a buddy
@jayrough33833 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love all your content! I was considering this pond prowler as well! I was torn between this and a kayak but thanks to you I might have to pull the trigger on the prowler lol
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing after finding out they aren't making jon boats for awhile and the demand is at a high. Thanks bud I appreciate it
@jayrough33833 жыл бұрын
@@TBassFactory no thank you! I really enjoy your content! You have helped me out a ton! I am excited to see what you get lol
@jayrough33833 жыл бұрын
@@TBassFactory they say they are more stable than a Jon boat! You have me seriously researching these now lol
@tonyp74062 жыл бұрын
Had a uncle bucks 10 ft pond prowler for like 15 yrs was assume with a 40lb TM had to get places others can't just clean it up after every use and have it out of the weather will last yrs.
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
Yes that is the great thing about them. You can fish anywhere and low maintenance
@terryleonard86393 жыл бұрын
Yea, I have been looking for Jon boats for a while. No luck round here. Me and my sons finally got a little money saved and free time, but no reasonable boats out there. Well like you said new. I see a bunch of used ones on craigslist for 3 or 4 times what a new one would cost. Just crazy times.
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Yeah it is a weird time right now. I didnt want one of these before but the options for having a boat are starting to get pretty thin and especially if you want to save some money. I hope you get something that works out good for ya terry.
@haroldcale47673 жыл бұрын
kentucky here no boat / bank fishing is king. I like baitcasters with 6/8 test line. anywhere in ky love to fish when I can God bless and go fish
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome harold, sounds like your able to get on them. God bless you too, and Thanks bud
@patriotswillsurvive18932 жыл бұрын
Just bought one. Waiting for it to be delivered. Can't wait!!
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah! Your about to get on them bud
@disciplemike13 жыл бұрын
I just bought the pond prowler also. I used it once. no problems.
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome Mike, that is a good buy for the price.
@hilljackoutdoors28083 жыл бұрын
Dude get a jon boat. There is nothing wrong with getting a used one. I bought an awesome uses one last year for $1,500 -- 15hp motor, 30lb thrust trolling motor, newly installed metal floor, 2 anchors and a gas tank. Basically all I bought were new batteries, a net, oars and a fish finder. Basically got a really nice jon boat for not too much money. And I'm thinking about building a deck & home-made live well on it this year.
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I might do that and do the smart thing and save some money. I had no idea they stopped making jon boats and wanted to look at the prowler 10and weigh my options.
@stevenadair48432 жыл бұрын
I have the Pelican Bass Raider 10e and love it!!
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
It’s an awesome little boat.
@EpicConspiracy3 жыл бұрын
Boat shortage is for real. I just ordered a new Tahoe and it’s 12-14 weeks before I get it. The bayliner dealer when I was looking at those told me I might get a element 18 by end of the year if I ordered one of those lol.
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Woah that is super far out. I would never think they were backed up that much. Well it will be summer time by then and I hope you have a good time on the water.
@karldavis60222 жыл бұрын
Such a cool little boat. Can't decide between something like this or a kayak.
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
That’s a tough decision. That little boat had way more stability and fish ability than a kayak in my opinion. The only downside is it weighs just a little more.
@alexw.outdoors42692 жыл бұрын
Me too I'm stuck because I don't have a truck or trailer so I'd have to buy a trailer to go with the raider but I could just throw a yak on my roof so it's a steuggle
@jamesstewart2560 Жыл бұрын
I have 2 kayak. All day long this boat would be better trust me lol.
@Tom-ic7hw2 жыл бұрын
don't drag it on a rough concrete ramp get a 2 x 6 and put some wheels and loop a rubber bungee around the boat
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
Yep that will definitely scrape it up
@KevinP322703 жыл бұрын
thanks. i miss my porta bote.
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Your welcome bud
@mrbeluga913 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I knew I saw you at Bass Pro! lol
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud, dang bud you should of said something. It would of been nice talking to you.
@JoseGonz722 жыл бұрын
Just subscribe to you. I have a kayak but recently got a sundolphin American12. Alot more stable for sure
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah that will definitely get you out there on the water. Thanks I appreciate it bud
@danuellewalker85873 жыл бұрын
I have an Ascend 10T but I really really want the Old Town with the trolling motor. Oh I just want want want tho .......
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I'm right there with ya danuelle. That old town would be a fishing machine for a kayak.
@josephcolunga8943 жыл бұрын
Nice video and information too heavy for me still. I am happy just bank fishing
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I am too, but seems like it would be a fun project to customize. Thanks joseph
@Mr_Wicked3 жыл бұрын
i want one so damn bad but in 400lbs alone and dont want to fish alone... i wish they made a 800 pound capacity one....
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
That would be awesome. I would look at a 12 foot version if they made it. I don't know.why they don't they make 12 foot kayaks.
@fishingtimeletsgo5983 жыл бұрын
Nice Vid still going to bank for awhile, but it is intriguing that 700 plus a trolling motor will get you out there👍
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Yeah that is interesting that a 700 or more trolling motor will get you out there.
@garrymillwood55073 жыл бұрын
Great Boat . Nice video
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Garry
@Bluuejacob19045 ай бұрын
I'm trying to take a look at a paddling boat
@TBassFactory5 ай бұрын
This boat you can add a motor unless you prefer paddling
@robertmercer469 Жыл бұрын
How come they don't make that boat in a 14ft
@TBassFactory Жыл бұрын
I wish they did Robert that would be awesome. They all in 10 or 8 foot lengths
@davidguidi87373 жыл бұрын
Hey bud i just drove by tracker and lowes and they have a ton in their yard just have to get them shipped
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Really? Where are you located bud
@davidguidi87373 жыл бұрын
@@TBassFactory im all over im a otr truck driver but im located in fl
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that update David
@truckerownerops3 жыл бұрын
Check out twin troller x 10
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I’m gonna have to check that out thanks bud
@ReelFishingPNW3 жыл бұрын
It's been a few months since this video was put out... did you ever find a jon boat? No luck here in WA! I ended up getting a old town kayak (paddle) and I'm really wishing I had a jon boat instead right now 😥
@jwoutdoors14517 ай бұрын
Would you say the bass raider or the pond prowler is better?
@TBassFactory7 ай бұрын
I love the bass raider and it has more weight capacity. They are about the same price.
@Mister_Y3 жыл бұрын
If I were to put an outboard on it, would it be a short or long shaft?
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I would say a short shaft
@brianmoyer17963 жыл бұрын
I can't find one anymore here in North Carolina
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I have heard that from so many people. I talked to a guy that drove 4 hours to go get one. They can’t make them fast enough right now.
@no-one54493 жыл бұрын
Wonder if this could work in shallow saltwater marsh areas?
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, most definitely. Alot of people use these for brackish water and on the flats fora cheap way of getting out there.
@gerryhenderson61003 жыл бұрын
I want one.
@rodrigoelgu3 жыл бұрын
Hey bro what's your opinion on the nucanoe frontier 12ft . I was gonna get a jon boat but I've been told to just get kayak and the nucanoe seems like something I'd like. .
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I think its an awesome super stable kayak. It isn't quite the same as the prowler 10 with being able to take people and alot cheaper. You could buy 2 batteries, 2 trolling motor with it and still be cheaper than the frontier but it depends on how your gonna us it.
@rodrigoelgu3 жыл бұрын
@@TBassFactory thank you sir I was looking at car topping the frontier.
@sd03842 жыл бұрын
Untill i get a engine could 2 men use paddles to row this thing
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
You could but I wouldn’t advise it. That thing is like a barge in the water. Especially with 2 guys in it, but if your floating down a river definitely would be good with paddles.
@thomnedell4302 жыл бұрын
Could I use a 30lb thrust trolling motor on this or would that be too small
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
You could use a 30 thrust still on this one. They only weigh a little over 100 lbs. it is basically like 2 kayaks.
@hkesler12 жыл бұрын
It would do fine for small ponds but it would be best to upgrade to at least a 40lb thrust. I have a 55lb Enduramax with variable speed control. Good speed and great control.
@Tom-ic7hw2 жыл бұрын
I FISH A 100 ACRE LAKE TROLL ONLY with a 30 lb motor 240 lb guy and I'm the fastest thing out there
@paultaylor35173 жыл бұрын
john boat bass hunter sun boat cunu next 3 boat aire fishing boat
@kalenhouse3 жыл бұрын
Can you take it into ocean to go crabbing?
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
I dont see why not it’s super stable and the saltwater won’t affect it.
@monssifnexus37443 жыл бұрын
Can I use it in saltwater
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, that plastic is the same as the kayaks. You should have no issues in saltwater
@marzipan49933 жыл бұрын
This is not worth a grand, I got a 2014 grizzly 1448 for 1000z
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
That was a pretty good deal bud
@marzipan49933 жыл бұрын
@@TBassFactory Yes it was, it was pretty dirty and was growing plants in the bilge, but i took it home and pressure washed it and it looks great! I just feel like bass pro is very overpriced for what they sell.
@marzipan49933 жыл бұрын
@ארתור פרידמן Couldn’t agree more.
@paultaylor35173 жыл бұрын
billed own boat wood old time 10 feet plant boat cunu
@bryanross57667 ай бұрын
Time to leave bps out of the picture.there just a very expensive Place .over rated.
@TBassFactory7 ай бұрын
Yeah everything just keeps going up and up every year
@hkesler12 жыл бұрын
Get a Pelican 10E.
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah. Do you have one.
@hkesler12 жыл бұрын
@@TBassFactory ..yess. i have it completely tricked out with MK 55 Enduramax trolling mtr., a 4hp 4T Hangkai outboard, lights, bimini, top, Garmin fishfinder, carpet, fused gangswitches for electrical, etc. Yeah, its cherried out for sure. I love it!!
@dpow21202 жыл бұрын
Dont buy it, Had it for 2 months and sidewalls are all bowed in and out. Cheap thin plastic. Dont.
@TBassFactory2 жыл бұрын
Dang that stinks. I have a buddy that just bought a new one the other day. Thanks for the heads up bud
@dpow21202 жыл бұрын
Also, if you dont drain every time, the peice of OSB on the inside of boat used as a transom will swell and start coming out the drain hole in peices.
@ericthompson35513 жыл бұрын
Its a total PIECE OF DOGSHIT. Ours split on the contour seams on both sides. Only lasted 4 years.
@TBassFactory3 жыл бұрын
Dang, only 4 years. That's not good at all
@stevencaldwell8389 ай бұрын
Bidenomics
@TBassFactory9 ай бұрын
Yep good ol Biden inflation
@midwestgrunt Жыл бұрын
You’re wrong. For $700 (price of the boat) you can do $hit. You need to add in trolling motor & battery at the least. Stop lying!