Best Mini Pontoon Style Boat for Fishing & Cruising

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3 ай бұрын

All these boats are very similar in function but majorly different in prices. Let me know what is your favorite OR what boat you currently own! We cover these boats in this video: Pond Prowler 10, Pond Prowler 8, Quest angler 10, Quest Angler 8, Sundolphin 8 and Bass Raider 10E
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Pelican Bass Raider: bassproshops.vzck.net/bassraider
Pond Prowler 8': bassproshops.vzck.net/pondprowler8
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@GreysonRoberts 3 ай бұрын

Check out the new tiny boat talk blog and podcast! saltbossboating.com

@sethturner8483 2 ай бұрын

I had a pelican 10e when I was in the navy and had the best fishing memories in it with all my buddies. The mini pontoons are more stable than my 14 aluminum boat. They’re perfect for lakes. But you’re definitely right about the speed. I put a 4hp on mine and realized quickly the trolling motor is far more convenient.

@HowToAtlanta 2 ай бұрын

Enjoying your insight on this boat realm! Excellent content

@GreysonRoberts 2 ай бұрын

Much appreciated!

@JoeC730 2 ай бұрын

I bought a Basstender 10.2 off of Facebook Marketplace for $100! Had a out a few times and no problems.

@GreysonRoberts 2 ай бұрын

Man, that’s a steal

@phils6733 2 ай бұрын

2 years ago i drove to the USA to buy the pelican bass raider nxt at that time it was 30$ more than the prowler so I grabbed it from cabelas or bass pro can’t remember for 699$ Absolutely love it whatever you buy it’ll be amazing just get a 10 footer at least

@LarsBars44 8 күн бұрын

Got a bass hound with 2 motors and a bunch of gear for $400 on marketplace. Registration paid and everything. 2012 Sam’s club exclusive. Made by sun dolphin. Has a live well, lights, plenty of space and some quirky design notes lol

@wqtransports 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video can you please do a video or review on the bass hunter as this is also a major competitor in this space

@armysheep75 Ай бұрын

I got a Pelican Rhino 10 for a Mossberg 500 ATP I didn't really want. Not sure why they stopped making them, the bait tank with aerator and removable battery box pods are cool.

@Glock-1 10 күн бұрын

I have the Bass Hunter Bass Baby it’s an 8ft with 2 seats and it has wheels built into the back so you can wheel it to the water, also I’m almost positive Bass Hunter is the only manufacturer that the boat is all one piece so it’s not joined together around the boat. But I love mine and use it all the time most of the time it’s just myself but sometimes my cousin fishes with me with no problem and we are big boys!

@terribleatfishing 3 ай бұрын

I love my SeaEagle Foldcat 375, Fittid to the gills and is super easy to launch and store.

@GreysonRoberts 3 ай бұрын

I’m going to look that up!

@Hazel66781 5 күн бұрын

Pricey and not ideal for fishing.

@terribleatfishing 4 күн бұрын

@@Hazel66781 I fish fulltime in mine. look at the video of my boat it is more than ideal..

@SHMIDTEY 3 ай бұрын

In regards to the 40Lb thrust trolling motor rating of the pond prowler 10, I interpreted that as to mean the capacity of the front transom. I figure since trolling motors are commonly mounted on the front for normal boats, and that a 3.5hp gas motor would put way more stress on the rear transom than a 40Lb thrust trolling motor ever could.

@GreysonRoberts 3 ай бұрын

Yup makes sense, thanks

@MavrikUSMC 2 ай бұрын

Just for transparency, thats the bass raider NXT, not the basic 10e. There over charging you for the seats on that model.

@terriel41 3 ай бұрын

Sun dolphin sportsman 8. Is what im working with!!!

@GreysonRoberts 3 ай бұрын

Hell yeah!

@nelsyherrera4422 3 ай бұрын

I also have a Sun Dolphin but the sportsman 10! I love it!!

@madmiahmopar719 3 ай бұрын

You should check out a bass hunter granted the price difference. It is certainly there, but when it comes to practicality and ease of like transporting hands down, there’s no comparison I think it totals out at 65 pounds and that for the 10 foot build 10 wheels that’s the part that really kicks ass.

@lsgt5132 3 ай бұрын

Definitely not 65lbs as it's honestly a tad bit heavier than these other knock offs but it's seamless.

@billshepard6664 3 ай бұрын

I wanted a Bass Hunter, they won't ship them. Found a guy in Miss. that was reasonable but I live in Georgia. Not driving 8 hours for a pond boat.

@chevyemert5655 Ай бұрын

Whish one doe you think would be best for fishing rivers with shallow shoals?

@GreysonRoberts Ай бұрын

In theory, the 1 man prowler. I can get to about 0.8 feet without trimming up the trolling motor with 2 people in my 10’. I would think the difference is pretty negligible between all these boats.

@Hornchaser 3 ай бұрын

Academy has the Pelican Bass Raider 10E for a good penny cheaper than bass pro. They have them for $830.

@GreysonRoberts 3 ай бұрын

Great tip

@billshepard6664 3 ай бұрын

Bought mine today! MK Endura Max 55lb troller picked up tomorrow!

@tblun1852 2 ай бұрын

Looking to buy the prowler 12 Jon boat for me and my sons to go fishing in …

@GreysonRoberts 2 ай бұрын

Great choice, I think you’ll be very happy with it

@RedfishInc Ай бұрын

The bass raider is only $750 at Academy which makes it $50 less than the Pond Prowler. It is rated to 3.5 hp.

@GreysonRoberts Ай бұрын

The pond prowler was only $700 couple weeks ago. The plastic pontoon market is very volatile 🤣

@RedfishInc Ай бұрын

@@GreysonRoberts actually that was the club members price, it was still $800 for us regular schlubs. 😉

@timmyb8657 2 ай бұрын

Did they discontinue the raiders ? I can’t find any anywhere

@GreysonRoberts 2 ай бұрын

I know Academy is selling them right now

@dynamitebill6919 2 ай бұрын

What’s your opinion on the large 10 foot bass hunter?

@GreysonRoberts 2 ай бұрын

If I am remembering correctly that’s the 1 piece hull design and I’ve heard nothing but great things about it! I didn’t include it in this video due to the price difference

@dynamitebill6919 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for that info. Yes, the best hunter is a little over priced compared to the rest I was just curious.

@helihoot Ай бұрын

What do you think about the Twin Troller x10?

@GreysonRoberts Ай бұрын

Look awesome! I could get a cheap skiff for their prices though 🤣

@helihoot Ай бұрын

@@GreysonRobertsBut the convenience of the propulsion system with the pedals really is a gamechanger.

@billshepard6664 3 ай бұрын

Just bought a Pelican 10E Bass Raider from Academy for 829.00.

@jschaeff23 Күн бұрын

I have a 6 and 3 year old that want to go with me. Would any of these be big enough?

@GreysonRoberts Күн бұрын

Yes, it has been done on the pontoons with a smallest child sitting on a cooler. However I just picked up the sundolphin American 12 Jon boat and it has way more room. Although less stable, that might be more comfortable.

@jschaeff23 Күн бұрын

@@GreysonRoberts thank you. Now I guess I need to weigh whether i want more stability or comfort

@BassNoobFishing Ай бұрын

You cant get these things for $300 bucks used in my area...and they are gone QUICK. The market for these plastic boats is unbelievably high, probably because everyone wants $3k plus for a row boat now

@GreysonRoberts Ай бұрын

Honestly I haven’t seen any that low in a while. They’re shooting up!

@user-fd1qz9yi6m 2 күн бұрын

Being in the right place at the right time that helps I got a 12 foot sun dolphin from tractor supply for 509 since I have a 10 foot kayak with a motor mount Minnkota I was able to put the mini Kota on front end of the dolphin with two swivel boat seats, a binmi top the only thing left was picking up a two-stroke six horse mercury for 250 used of course I had to work on it done a number of things even rebuilt the carburetor and all this for 1500 yes it can be done and it all fits in the back of a Silverado no trailer needed. Something that small, but you can be proud of it

@BassNoobFishing 2 күн бұрын

@@user-fd1qz9yi6m Since i posted this i was able to pick up a 12ft Pelican for $350. I put a front and back deck on it. Run a 55lb trolling motor.

@plowboyh6054 16 күн бұрын

10 e bass rayed 770.00 I got =one fro academy.

@darrenjones2969 3 ай бұрын

You've obviously never heard of the Bass Hunter Bass Baby boat!!!! Never buy these 2 piece molded plastic boats..... they're literally stapled together and leak very easily. The Bass Baby is a single mold boat with way thicker polyurethane plastic........and it comes with wheels on the back! Go check it out

@GreysonRoberts 3 ай бұрын

You’re right! I’d like to get my hands on one before recommending it, though. But I considered adding it. There’s other alternatives models that look great too with storage and live wells. Been trying to find one for the channel. Thanks for the tip!

@A_Floppy_Clock 12 күн бұрын

Pick up only in MS per their website. Not very convenient for the average person.

@lsgt5132 3 ай бұрын

None of these compare to the Bass Hunter. It's definitely more expensive but definitely better built.

@billshepard6664 3 ай бұрын

It is.. but try to find one.

@lsgt5132 2 ай бұрын

@billshepard6664 Yeah I have a almost new baby bass. Love it but picked it up a few years ago and didn't worry about paperwork. Recently I got a ticket for no stickers and pretty much no way to get the boat title. I called the NC wildlife and they pretty much said throw it away and buy another one. None in stock but anyway yeah I love mine but looks like I'm going to have to try another one. Thing is the reviews I seen for bass pros alot say same issue. Problems getting paperwork even buying new. I'm stumped at this point.