Best Inflatable Boat Review 12ft Aleko/Bris/Saturn

[@apoleclimber]

Awesome video! He got me again. 🤣 New inflatable boat sitting in the box at the front door right now, and a pop-up camper parked in the driveway. Can’t wait to go back in September!

[@hntrains2]

Did you go back?

[@Jon-kg6hm]

Love it! Such a practical setup. No need to buy a truck or expensive boat to get out on the water. I think this would go perfect on top of my tesla lol

[@fredfields7281]

Great video. That place looks beautiful. Just found your channel and sibscribed. Im going to be putting my own boat together soon. Saturn 16 with a 25-40hp. Gonna rig it with a steering console. Cant wait!

[@btrmsc7077]

I have the Saturn 475 (16.3ft) with the Yamaha 25hp. Only bad part is I haven't used it yet! I think it's going to work awesome, but time will tell. Hope your setup works for you.

[@ieatsnowcrabs2240]

Great video! It would be awesome if you included some links in the description as to where you got some of the accessories as well!!

[@ColtenBethel]

Great idea! Give me a little bit and I will put some links in the description.

[@user-gi3xj8nz3s]

Have you put links up? Great video by the way are you selling this boat or motor?

[@thefisherman6000_USA]

When transporting like that you should have lowered the bimini flat. Its dangerous like that. Btw nice catch of that red fish. Would be nice to watch catch and cook video of it.

[@somebbody]

Don't forget Newport vessels, they make a great SIB. Very happy with the 12.5 ft Catalina, and they offer payment plans.

[@GONNALIVEHIKING]

bad ass video! i bought the cheap excursion 5, now i wanna invest and buy this boat!!! I live in San Diego, will use it on Mission Bay

[@gooutsideeveryday2017]

This is exactly what I needed to see, thank you

[@ColtenBethel]

Glad it helped!

[@popitscorner777]

​@@ColtenBethelhow do you transport the motor do just laid on its side in the car

[@ColtenBethel]

@@popitscorner777 you are correct. I have since built a trailer for it that I believe I show in my updated camper video. I will be releasing a video soon of what I have done with the bot so far.

[@popitscorner777]

@@ColtenBethel you can lay a motor on its side and transport without it messing up anything I didn't know that I know we can't do that with motorcycles

[@ColtenBethel]

@@popitscorner777 my motor is a 2 stroke I don’t have to worry about oil leaking into the cylinders like you probably would with a 4 stroke. Hopefully this helps!

[@axelst.776]

I have a 13ft Saturn Heavy Duty still in the box and a 20hp Tohatsu to slap on the back of it. Still have to modify an old jon boat trailer and I am back on the water. These inflatables offer such a good value. Please post more! Btw, love the area :). Also - it still surprises me how these boats haul a$$ with a 15hp on the back. Coming form an 180hp ski and a 25hp boat I am really looking forward to my new water adventures.

[@ColtenBethel]

Awesome man! I’m glad you liked it! I am going back in September and I plan on making another couple videos. Probably one of the area and one of the 15ft heavy duty Saturn with a 25hp mercury that is my dads. It surprised me too how well these boats do for how affordable they really are. Let me know if you ever want to see any videos in particular!

[@delvalle5010]

Nice review and the music. Pirate of the Caribbean.

[@ColtenBethel]

Thank you!

[@cowboysnation1594]

Real question I wouldn’t you!!! They are bad ass Just got a 12.5 and I love it!!!

[@luchaos6056]

that red fish was mint!

[@randymcelroy5857]

Your drone footage is awesome!

[@ColtenBethel]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@1974sofyan]

lovely perfect family ... great happines allways to your family

[@ColtenBethel]

Thank you very much!

[@antoniopuerto8563]

Nice boat, awesome catch! Best wishes for you & your beautiful family.

[@cmeadors13]

awesome. looked like a fun day! nice red

[@Eddie2fish]

Nice video! How shallow can you run this boat at?

[@ColtenBethel]

It will actually run in about 2ft of water with my wife and I

[@evcoolgene]

That looks so awesome. How do you think this boat would do if it was you and your wife, and 2 kids (6-8 year olds)?

[@ColtenBethel]

I think it should still plain out. If that were my cause I would probably go with a 20hp motor. I wouldn’t go when a longer one either. They flex too much and don’t plain out very well. A 12ft with a 20hp would be perfect

[@jakjakjakjakjak]

Any chance you can paste the link for what mounts you bought for the Bimini top?

[@brendonsanders192]

Great review! You should do more!

[@ColtenBethel]

Thanks man! I plan on doing one for the Saturn boat my dad bought

[@ia6980]

Can you show us bimini glue on pads ? And also where does front hooks hook to from bimini? Did u had to glue new pads for front hooks? Also can you fold bimini backwards as you fish for example? And what mounts for rods does this boat has? I glue on scottys pads but they tend to be large, yours seem to be smaller, can you show us brand or a closer look of your glue on pads pls thanks

[@2DAPOINT1]

Love the boat. Can you share the link. I want to order one. Do you travel with the boat on top of your suv or is that from the campsite to the water only?

[@ColtenBethel]

www.alekoproducts.com/outdoor-living/pro-fishing-inflatable-boat-with-aluminum-floor-front-board-holders-12-5-ft-black/btf380bk-ap/ I think they are out of stock right now but this is the one I have. The boat deflates enough that I put it in the back of the suv while we travel. I am making an update video on it this summer when we go back to the same place for vacation.

[@WeiFinder]

Can you leave it inflated at all time? I want to leave it at the log cabin, hidden winched up a tree but ready to go. Needs to survive the Canadian winter too... could deflate and store it in the winter

[@ColtenBethel]

You can definitely leave it inflated. A lot of people actually do leave it inflated and put it on an actual trailer and store it in their garage. That’s the only thing, I’m not sure how well it would do being outside all the time. I would imagine the sun would break it down after a few years of being outside all the time. I would definitely store it inside over the winter.

[@glennr9913]

I really like the bimini top with the 3rd bow and rear struts. It looks much nicer than the simple 2 bow model that I have. Where did you buy it? Also, how much does your boat weigh? I have the lightest 12.5' boat Saturn offered, called Mars. It's only 95 lbs & has an inflatable floor. It has been a good boat. I've found that I have to go slow when the water gets choppy because the boat gets bounced around & it's hard to steer. Maybe a heavier version would handle the chop better. I think the main issue is that it's only 12.5' long. Some folks have asked if it's okay to leave them inflated. I've left mine in the water, parked in the shade (PVC isn't good being in constant sun), for a few months this Summer and also last Summer. The air pressure drops over time & needs to be pumped up after a couple of weeks, probably more often in hotter weather than cooler weather. The bottom gets slimy, but it comes off pretty well with a bit of bleach.

[@samirelsakka298]

do you think a 14" could have been a better option ?

[@glennr9913]

@@samirelsakka298 Weight was my main concern & I didn't think I could manage loading & unloading anything over 100 lbs without help. 14' would be a little smoother than 12.5', but 14' is still a pretty small boat.

[@samirelsakka298]

@@glennr9913 ALEKO boats have no information about their sealing construction. If they were heat welded they should have mentioned that all over the place. I called them and the person answered does not know. Do you have any source that confirms that Aleko is heat welded ? Thank you

[@glennr9913]

@@samirelsakka298 My boat isn't from ALEKO. My Saturn boat has held up well, but I don't know how the seams were done.

[@LancerNik13]

Living the dream, boat without the trailer is a win

[@basedchris8784]

Love my Aleko I’ve had my 10.5ft for 2 years now I got a trailer for it so I could add a thick wood floor and leave the motor on

[@ColtenBethel]

That’s awesome! I’m actually in the process of building a trailer for mine right now. Also man just wanted to say thank you for your service!

[@WeiFinder]

Can you leave it inflated at all time? I want to leave it at the log cabin, hidden winched up a tree but ready to go

[@basedchris8784]

@@WeiFinder yup I have mine inflated on my trailer all the time

[@justinjenkins1620]

Such a great presentation. a seat for everyone would be nice.

[@GUNSLINGEROUTDOORS]

Well done.. have fun with it🇺🇲🤠

[@ColtenBethel]

Thank you I appreciate it!

[@alexanderbernard2038]

Great catch at the end

[@ColtenBethel]

Thank you man!

[@brucekostecka4047]

Hey, I just found your channel, very cool and great information. Question for you, I am going to buy an inflatable this month with an Aluminum floor and transom. Is it best to store the boat deflated in the bag over the Winter months " I live in the Northeast" or keep it inflated. I am also concerned with mice getting in to the garage and eating the PVC Any recommendations? Thanks so much

[@ColtenBethel]

Great questions! I live close to St. Louis so I store the boat for a good portion of the year as well. If I had unlimited space I would store the boat with 50% air but unfortunately I just can’t lose that much space to it over the winter months. I roll it up and it stays in my garage. I have been curious about mice as well but I have never had a problem with them yet. Hope this helps!

[@myriangomez855]

Nice video I live in Florida in a apt, I have a inflatable kayak and want to buy an inflatable like your. My question is do you have to register the inflatable if you have a overboard motor like yours and would it be to heavy to lift for a woman 5’2”. I don’t always want to depend on someone to mount the motor

[@cBelowH2O]

Awesome little boat, isnt it!! Impressive getting that off the roof.

[@ColtenBethel]

Thanks man! They really are cool boats. I watched your Bris Mississippi solo run and I really liked that video!

[@cBelowH2O]

@@ColtenBethel Yea, I love mine! Thanks! Not as nice as the water your on..lol

[@ColtenBethel]

@@cBelowH2O I wish that’s what I was on year round! Unfortunately it’s not. I’m actually from St. Louis, Mo.

[@cBelowH2O]

@@ColtenBethel Ok. Im a few hours north of St. Louis. You ever take it out around St. Louis?

[@ColtenBethel]

@@cBelowH2O I have taken it out on the Meremac River before and then Norfork Lake in Arkansas. I have a 25 Johnson with a jet I have thought a few times about throwing it on and seeing how that would work.

[@steves5350]

Question about that bimini top , you said had to glue* the mount on ? Do you have the product info on it ?

[@brucekostecka4047]

Hi, Thanks for the video. I was looking at buying a BRIS boat but perhaps I will look at Aleko. Are they still made and where can you purchase them? Thanks again

[@Andron-007]

Hi,Any updates on boat.I am trying to decide BRIS or Aleko

[@ColtenBethel]

I have an update video I need to put out on it but the boat is still in great condition. I have not taken it out this year. The only problem I have had with it is I hit some pretty big waves and slightly bent one of my Metal floor panels. I think I can fix it but that would be the only negative I have so far I would not go any larger than the 12 foot as the 16 foot version is a little bit too flexible in my opinion

[@Andron-007]

@@ColtenBethel Thank you for your answer Do you know where I can get the hardware to mount bimini top.I've searched everywhere and can't find,only one I can find is metal

[@ColtenBethel]

@@Andron-007 they are hard to find but they are called “inflatable boat deck hinge. $4 on Amazon Oceansouth Inflatable Boat Deck Hinge a.co/d/etjAaGf

[@smartassist9700]

Is there a preservation spray to spray on the cleaned boat for storage to make the boat last longer? I just bought one…it will be Spring before I can test mine. (Need motor, registration, etc.

[@josedejesus8369]

Hi just wanna know if you have some links for the accesories like the canopy..etc because I have one inflatable boat dont where to buy some stuff. I like your video...

[@luisbaez858]

People's use to say that inflatable boats and fishing hooks don't go together.

[@jeansandmyshirt]

Nice! Bris makes nice boat!

[@josephrollins7181]

You remind me of Michael Jackson hanging Is baby over the balcony

[@samirelsakka298]

can you please add a link for the Bimini cover canopy that you have on this boat ? I like it so much and would like to have one as well . thank you

[@ColtenBethel]

I can definitely do that! I bought it off Amazon but give me a little bit, and I will add some links to the description!

[@NicholasMovies]

Did you update the description and I’m just not seeing it?

[@TroyGriffith-ok1yi]

@@ColtenBethelI’m trying to get a Bimini top for my 12’2” inflatable. I love the Bimini top you have. Can you tell me the brand name, where I can get it and all the accessories to mount it? Thank you.

[@popitscorner777]

How do you transport the motor to use lay it on its side in the car?

[@andyaskew1543]

Killer deal on the motor...

[@brumph7256]

Give that baby a red bull cause he almost had wings!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@DavidJohnson-cv3uh]

So did you get any negative comments about not wearing lifejackets?

[@AK-ms5zk]

Looks cozy

[@ErikOlaf-g9y]

That is the life right there.

[@alabamaadventurer]

Nice redfish man

[@luisemilvallejo9338]

The boat needs plate numbers?

[@ColtenBethel]

@@luisemilvallejo9338 yeah if you wanted to be legal

[@gerardorodriguez5113]

Where's that sandbar in Florida located??

[@ColtenBethel]

On the inland side of the Cape San Blas peninsula, right across from Port Saint Joe Florida

[@labcoattheater6161]

Great video

[@JesusIsOneOfOne]

What if you're in the middle of the ocean and a shark bites that boat? That shark is gonna bite you next after it sinks

[@TripFishingMyLife]

Like this boat.. Nice.. 👌

[@ctdvargas]

where in south Florida is this? the keys?

[@ColtenBethel]

I know it’s crazy but this is actually Port St. Joe FL. It’s only about an hour away from Panama City. It’s a bay in between Port St Joe and Cape San Blass and the water is extremely nice.

[@harryj1081]

It will be the best boat if it makes the family happy.

[@dragthis2006]

Do u need to register it

[@ColtenBethel]

@@dragthis2006 yeah if you want to make it legal

[@hansoosterbaan8295]

dude you are a good family man

[@ColtenBethel]

Hey man that’s the best comment I have ever received on any of my videos. Seriously thank you!

[@Mark300win]

What hp is that outboard?

[@ColtenBethel]

It is a 15hp

[@jeffcarr7279]

Did you register the boat? I don't see any registration numbers.

[@ColtenBethel]

I did the motor but a week before we left for the trip the dmv gave us some problems so I ended up just risking it for the trip

[@dingbatnomad8235]

The rooftop transport (boat on car) is 100 percent gangster. Not in a good way.

[@donaldmartin4620]

Amd no oyu didn’t go that fast woth that baby on there 😂😂😂 I’m the moms arms but cool I have the 16 ft heavy duty Saturn sd488 do a video on how those brackets go on the side of the floor please that is my only problem tho 😂 there is 6 3 on each side of the aluminum floor they don’t snap on they just hook l a little and slide I view till you blow all the tubes up to the psi that part I do not know amd haven’t seen any videos on that up close to put the brackets thick end goes on the bottom I believe

[@kingkong-vy4hd]

Enjoyed the video...but get some life jackets!!

[@smartassist9700]

What size motor is that?

[@stevenmorris2293]

15 hp

[@donaldmartin4620]

Nice but the wooden transom I do. Or like they don’t last long amd are not that strong the water salt or lake will corridor it toh but cool

[@donaldmartin4620]

Not true if you take care of them you will have no problem Saturn s are well made I got the 16 ft heavy duty one paid 2000 grand because it’s heat welded all the way around fsct the new ones are amd the transom is made stronger amd the newer transon o. Bleqve are not just wood transom fiberglass add I bleave on mine wot h means it’s stronger made take care of them amd they will last tho cool video

[@inflatableboats]

Nope, that is not Saturn boat. Saturn doesn’t make boats with plastic handles outside. Because plastic handles fall off in few years. Different boat, different factory, different quality.

[@ColtenBethel]

Lol just watch the video before you comment 👍🏼

[@AK-ms5zk]

Brutal

[@samirelsakka298]

did you even watch the video ?? lol

[@mattbec]

@@ColtenBethel I appreciate your opinion but they’re really not all basically the same. They look similar and have similar sizing but when you drill down the thickness you get and where you get it is not the same and for persons like me who use inflatables in far more rugged environments than what you showed, a fraction of a mm matters, where has extra rub strakes by default matters. Also for a 12’ I’d absolutely suggest an air floor over alu. I personally would love it if we could get air floors in the 14-16’ inflatable range but I don’t recall seeing any with that yet.

[@ColtenBethel]

@@mattbec I see your point and really you correct. If someone had to break the bot down by its exact specifications there probably would be some differences. The use of the boat like you’re saying would really be the determining factor. For someone like me who uses it in Florida really they all are the same.

[@grahammilburn4438]

best boats are the glued hypalon

[@TheDoug9901]

West marine I bought is glued and falls apart in the sun

[@unlimitedj06]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@tholmes8474]

0:38 wait were is the baby?

[@ColtenBethel]

Laying on the floor of the boat lol we should make him a little palette out of towels

[@tholmes8474]

@@ColtenBethel 🤣 cool boat looks like fun. had a avon but i sold it. looking to get back in ribs

[@JustMeBlindFreddy]

This is not a review! You name 3 makers and then don't refer to two of them. Basically you camp out on a beach and say what friggin fun it all is. You could of had the similar off of a tinny or whatever WTF???>? I get sick of the "reviews" on YT that are well I hated it"r "well I enjoyed it" under the guise of "reviews" and "information".

[@ColtenBethel]

@@JustMeBlindFreddy it feels like something else is wrong in your life and this review comment is just a way of getting to express yourself. You can talk to me if you want. I’m always here 🫶🏼

[@D9everything]

I'd be more scared of being in an inflatable boat in the ocean than firing up my drone over water. Yikes