Have We OUTGROWN The Mako Pro Skiff 17 *Honest Review*

[@gregorypeck37]

Glad you are keeping old faithful. Great video Ron !! I don't understand how you dont have atleast 100k subscribers. Hopefully you will surpass that 100k subscribers mark very soon. I have a feeling that this year you will make it up there. Keep being you and keep putting out the amazing content you are putting out.

[@CameramanRon]

Appreciate that Greg!

[@billmccullough2323]

No matter what all the commenters have to say, it is always your choice. Personally I have had 3 different size Bass boats and recently downsized to a kayak!!!! I really enjoy the time of exploring and learning an area and having the stealth of a very small vessel. I have gotten to see so much more nature things that I have probably missed. I also have a lot less pressure on myself and enjoy the relaxation of taking it slow and easy. For the type of fishing you are doing, you could use a kayak but it would mean that you would not be able to take family and friends along with you in the same vessel. You get to figure out what works for YOU! You are doing a great job of doing that, keep it up!!! Another great video.

[@CameramanRon]

Appreciate that!!

[@welovesaltwater]

Great video Ron!! We’ve had our 15 Mako for almost 2 years now. It has worked great for us. We have even gone out fishing with our daughter with no problem. We also upgraded the gas tank to a 12 gallon tank, total game changer. On good days we can go out deep fishing about 8 miles out. We absolutely love it. The only problem with it has been the live well, we use it as dry storage 😂, but we just use a bucket with an aerator for bait. We also added a mount for an extra rod or to hold a grill for the sandbar, and my husband also retrofitted the live well pump and converted it into a wash down hose. For us this was the perfect boat for our budget 😊

[@CameramanRon]

That’s a great idea with live well pump!

[@cathyhess6579]

Thanks Cameraman for responding to my question. First response I’ve ever gotten an answer to. I just watched Daniel Arms and his family fishing for salmon in Michigan. I live in Cedar Bluff, VA. Small town and not much to do. But there r some very good places to fish and many, many great places to have BREAKFAST 😂😂😂

[@scottyk8017]

Good video!!!! Looks like you are hanging w/the Mako for now!!! Can't wait for the next video!!!

[@CameramanRon]

We def are!! Thanks!

[@NKP73]

Nice music 🎶 nice drone footage and nice old 🚤 😁

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks!

[@scotthaeseler6952]

Hey man, good honest review! One thing I did on my boat(2016 Ranger RP190cc) is put some stainless rod holders that mount on the grab rail over the console. I picked some up on amazon and they haven't rusted at all and had a good price point. they angle off to the side and are high enough for me to walk under while I have rods in them, so if I put cut bait rods in them and I'm casting I can easily follow fish to the stern casting deck with no issues. They mount exactly like that phone mount.

[@johnbubbajohnson5630]

Great spot Ron. God bless you and your family🙏❤🙏❤🙏😊🙂😀

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks so much

[@keithgresham2904]

1:45 you can that the trailer hitch is not latched.

[@CameramanRon]

Lol it def wasn’t I forgot it

[@johnraypatterson6141]

The Mako got some new attachments. It looks great, you did well my friend.

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks John

[@tonyholcomb8634]

Glad you are back !

[@CameramanRon]

I didn’t go anywhere lol

[@budgregory8493]

Nice job Ron. Glad your keeping the Mako.

[@CameramanRon]

Couldn’t get rid of my girl!!

[@luv2smell]

Great video Ron. Don't forget your silicone on those rod holders.

[@CameramanRon]

I bought a silicone ring and put under them

[@montygardner6232]

Good video. Keep on crankin the big ones in.

[@CameramanRon]

That's the plan!

[@monkeyman4131]

Adding rod holders is a great idea . You have a nice boat now that does what ya need even better now . Later on a larger boat if ya need one . Like you said " you own " this boat and it works fine for ya . Thanks fer the up date . Tom Daytona Beach , FL. 2, June 2022 .

[@CameramanRon]

Yes sir!!

[@leerexrode1801]

Great video CMR. I'm glad you're not getting rid of the mako, I love watching you guys get on some big fish like that giant Jack you caught in the clickbaiters video. Keep up the great work and putting out great content definitely looking forward to the next clickbaiters video as well

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks Lee!

[@leerexrode1801]

No problem CMR, I love all y'all's videos and I am so happy to see that there are men in the world that are teaching their kids to fish, or at least be okay with it. I love to see Sarah starting to take an interest in fishing and that has my girlfriend soon to be fiance to become more interested in fishing. Thank you for everything you do and please keep putting out the content y'all are doing a great job!

[@clarenceelliott9009]

Beautiful boat for the price. Saving up for one. Thank you for the insights on things I need to look out for.

[@tonyholcomb8634]

You put the silicone under the rod holders ?

[@CameramanRon]

Yes it was an adhesive silicone ring.

[@johntracy2861]

Good quality upgrades on the Mako! Not gonna lie, I was hoping you had out grown it and I could swoop in and buy it! Thanks for keeping us entertained!

[@CameramanRon]

Lol she aint for sale yet

[@kelley867]

Great video brother. Hell yeah keep the Mako if it ain’t broke then don’t try to get something new you added the attachments like you just did and you’ll love it. How’s the camper coming along?

[@CameramanRon]

Video coming soon!

[@joeyhelton7114]

Awesome Ron! Great information for my VERY small boat jon boat.

[@CameramanRon]

Utilize that space man!

[@robertfarmer3089]

Nice to see some one up dating the boat keep fishing my friend 🍺🐟

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks!!

[@Ray56z]

Some good points and tips!! I ought to get a Mako. Recently downsized from a Cyclone 44' 5th wheel to a Mako 32' 5th wheel. Have a Mako and a Mako to go along with the others. Thanks again, that is a really good boat.

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks for watching

[@georgecanady5143]

Great video brother, keep them coming. Glad to see you keeping the Mako.

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks George

[@georgecanady5143]

@@CameramanRon can't wait til I have a boat use and fish some waters here in Middle TN.

[@FishingWithAsianSteven]

I was looking to buy a Pro Skiff 15 but then saw a deal on a Key West 176cc with T-Top. It's been the perfect boat for me. Big enough but small enough.

[@bearcatsteve5624]

Great video, glad you're keeping the Mako. It's a fixture just like Eugene. Also can't wait to get you to SC so I can make things right. 😉

[@CameramanRon]

LOL I know what you mean man

[@gonzalocabrera8718]

Great video… I’ve been looking into getting my first boat and these were very helpful tips.

[@CameramanRon]

Appreciate you watching!!

[@jasnonya3005]

Always enjoy your content CMR, that's a decent boat , just needed some TLC IMHO!

[@CameramanRon]

No doubt!

[@thekingmtmt3873]

Good video but I have to say, I love those sunglasses. What kind are those?

[@huntstrong5397]

I cut the stops out of the rod holders so the rod handles rest on the floor of the boat. And I also put rod holders on the back of the cooler seat.

[@CameramanRon]

I def like seat rod holders!

[@Lockjawfishingfl]

Nice upgrades for the Mako

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks!

[@MaxOut17]

I recently bought a Mako pro 15 skiff and am enjoying it a lot. I've installed a Minn Kota trolling motor and am about to install a GPS Fishfinder. Could you please show a picture of your transducer location and how it is mounted? Did you have Scotts Marine install it for you? If so I'll check with them for the best location. I've enjoyed watching many of your videos and am subscribed. Thanks!

[@CameramanRon]

I did have them install the first fish finder the second one I had a buddy help me and we installed it ourselves

[@bartphillips2613]

I didn’t realize those rod holders on the console are supposed to be used to fish I thought they were just to store rods out of the way my 19 ft Mako has 3 on each side I do have the same issue with my bait well as you do

[@CameramanRon]

Their not really made to fish out of for sure, we were just compromising lol

[@tonyaultman1257]

Perfect timing on the video. I was just at BPS looking at them though I'd leave a comment and ask what you think and BANG, you just made a video. Great job. What do you think about the 15 foot for a new boater and maybe one other person? I watch all your vid's and once again, Great Job!

[@CameramanRon]

The 15 foot is great as well def probably a two person boat max.

[@moreepicrandomness9508]

Serious question for you Ron do you go deep-sea fishing enough to make it worth getting a bigger boat because if you don't then keep the boat you have unless you want to do a boat that has best of both world big enough to go deep-sea fishing and small enough to do Shallowater fishing but I wouldn't go too big because gas bill will be very expensive and the cost of the new boat will also be very expensive

[@CameramanRon]

I def don’t go out there much at all.

[@moreepicrandomness9508]

@@CameramanRon then I say stay with the boat you have it has served you well still serve you well and the only reason I would have said to get a different boat is for better storage and mostly rod holder placement

[@db576]

When you start modifying your boat in order to start catching more fish, you are well on your way to catching more fish.

[@CameramanRon]

I sure hope so!!

[@K.S.Fishing]

The spitfire was a game changer for us. Much better response from the boat. I'm hoping your rod holders work as well as you hope. If it works for yall, I may follow shortly.

[@CameramanRon]

So far so good!

[@calallen8786]

Sometimes it better off have a smaller boat. You always can go out on your buddy bigger boat if you want!. Went offshore today it was rough but got 4x mangrove snappers, 2x hogfish, 3 almacos jack and few grunts.

[@CameramanRon]

def want to catch a hog fish at some point

[@calallen8786]

@@CameramanRon you will one days

[@TheFishingMommy]

Ron, how often do you wash that boat? Lordy! Haha

[@thebeddoctor4273]

I hope you can partner up with a great boat company in the future.

[@rodgerpainter8993]

Keep her she is beautiful

[@CameramanRon]

Ain’t she though!

[@scottjohnson8782]

Hey CRM. I totally get evaluating your boat. Just went through that and upgraded from at 22" to a 25" with twins. Like the security when offshore and the ride is much better. Don't have the luxury of going out anytime since i live in Ga but keep the boat there and have a place in Perdido Key. I follow your channel and may have missed the message behind the shirt?

[@CameramanRon]

I yeeted a small shark last year on brants channel and it just kind of stuck! lol

[@ln3b5g]

Does the 12gal fuel tank slide completely under the back deck? Didn't know if you had it pulled out for demonstration purposes of the video.

[@CameramanRon]

Yes it goes all the way under.

[@ln3b5g]

@@CameramanRon awesome! Thank you for the response. I’m going to look at one next weekend.

[@ln3b5g]

One more question. What brand of tank did you buy? There are a few and I am replacing the 6gal I have.

[@jamesbrown7991]

Great Job... you"re making your boat to work the best for your needs. I see a lot of nice beautiful boats... but I know mines paid for...Thanks again for the quality content

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks for watching

[@tonydtom536]

Great Video! Very hard to beat this boat when it comes to skinny water. You may want to add a boat rather than upgrade someday if you do a lot of skinny water.

[@CameramanRon]

Good call!

[@mainegreengrower4209]

Put a top on the boat..the frame has rod holders upper and on the sides..and you get shade..should be to bad for a smaller one

[@CameramanRon]

a t top would def be awesome

[@comfortablynumb9342]

You want some rod holders towards the stern on both sides that angle the rods out for trolling. That way your lines are spread out more and tangle less when you turn while trolling. I think you would love an open fish center console catamaran for your next boat. They're more stable, use less fuel, and they have more deck than a monohull of the same length. And you can use a smaller engine because of less water resistance.

[@CameramanRon]

We may upgrade in a few years we shall see

[@bigdaddykeithcarter1624]

Bigdaddy, here, since yall have downsized with your fishing buddies, your videos are just as great, but the other 3 friends videos have been a little boring and same o same o, maybe if come to Pensacola now, you will have time and room to take a real fan out, got grandma in my prayers, great Job Ron.

[@CameramanRon]

We still all fish together just been super busy

[@robgover8341]

Is this a new video or or a repost from the past?

[@CameramanRon]

This is brand new. Def some of the same info from some of the older vids

[@galvestonsaltlife1806]

A Bullred broke that same rod holder on my pro skiff

[@adamklingerman8806]

I wouldn't get rid of it either, it is what is. It's a skiff, make it your own to suit your needs for your area of travel. If in the future you need or want a bigger boat get one, if it's in the cards. By the way, please soak your cast net's in some fabric softener, they look a little stiff lol.

[@CameramanRon]

They def need to be for sure

[@jesswu0213]

Wish I can buy my first inshore boat in next two years...

[@RustyReels]

I’m having a dang electrical issue on mine I’m trying to figure out right now so I can go chase these tarpon haha

[@CameramanRon]

Hope you get it straightened out

[@rayhall3010]

Great video , thanks for the info , CRM ,,

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks for watching!!

[@jamesblanton3744]

You should keep the mako and get something around 32 ft for offshore it should be no problem with your deep pockets

[@CameramanRon]

Lol I assure you my pockets ain’t that deep

[@kateskrmetta2022]

For y'all I would honestly consider a pathfinder style boat because I don't see you guys going fishing in like 8 inches of water much. And I know y'all been going offshore a lot more and the pathfinder is great for going out on those 1-2 foot days. But you do you

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks for the info

[@madhatter2465]

That is a nice boat, but what you have shown on the video if you can afford, because I know boats coast a lot of money get a bigger one. Great video!

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks for watching!!

[@MarkW69]

Add a T-top with missile launcher rod holders. That would be a great addition to that boat!

[@CameramanRon]

I would love to have a t top

[@FoulOwl2112]

Bigger Boat = Bigger Problem$$$ Stay smart. Stay small.

[@CameramanRon]

So so true!!

[@stevedaniell7643]

You’re sneaking up on the 20k……c’mon Ron….getter done

[@CameramanRon]

Gettin close

[@donaldsettle990]

too bad you cant put a bass boat style seat up front

[@CameramanRon]

You def could! I just prefer to stand I have actually saw makos with the post seats on the front

[@mikeallred4390]

Awesome video

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks

[@stevenfuseek6933]

Love the video brother, when another clickbaiters video coming, I ask the other guys there not giving me a anawer.

[@CameramanRon]

Hopefully soon!

[@stevenfuseek6933]

answer. Loking forward to it

[@leerutherford4910]

You Brant is going to claim those right

[@CameramanRon]

Nah we will share lol

[@nielslarsen863]

You need a bigger boat 🎣⚓🦈

[@CameramanRon]

Maybe someday

[@mancingmancingchannel9011]

Saya suka sekali

[@CameramanRon]

Thanks

[@marcosgonzalez6545]

Carolina Skiff would suit you.

[@CameramanRon]

They are pretty similar to the mako

[@marcosgonzalez6545]

@@CameramanRon they are thats true. But talk about length and width. I've owned mine for nearly 3 years. Not that I'm partial. But what you're hauling would be cake plus 3 or 4 anglers. The high gunnels are awesome. It's a 99 model that's 19'. Don't get me wrong. Your rig pulls in some impressive hauls. Love your channel bro. Keep em coming!

[@rondellchambers974]

Ron, we all know you love your boat bud. Any man would, but there comes a time when every man has to admit to himself that he has outgrown said boat. If you are the only person using your boat it is fine. But you have to have room to breath for every person who gets on the thing. To make the conversation short you need a larger boat.

[@CameramanRon]

Maybe some day!

[@dwayneboudreaux7354]

That was mr b’sboats

[@CameramanRon]

Huh? Lol

[@georgemoody4153]

Starting a new boat project not that bad but thanks for sharing how to. Mine is about 10000000000000 time's better than Brad's.

[@CameramanRon]

Lmao that isn’t saying much

[@royleeborn6445]

Rip Ron.

[@colemant6845]

Sell it to Eugene and buy a bigger boat. Then you can buddy/borrow it when inshore and be comfortable with more space, holders etc. offshore. Also, buy something that Darsizzle would accept fishing trips on... Please

[@CameramanRon]

Lol

[@michaeltaylor4984]

Eugene would put nekkid lady mud flaps on the back of it.

[@colemant6845]

@@michaeltaylor4984 I'd Buy a set of those!

[@tommieseiber804]

CMR NATION!!

[@CameramanRon]

In tha hizzouse!

[@umpatas5468]

I ruled that boat out for lake Erie. It just can't handle the lake. The gulf is much more stable.

[@CameramanRon]

True

[@rhinoadventuresplus3973]

Open the heavens, Lord, and come down. Touch the mountains so they billow smoke

[@randybarz6595]

Go way bigger!!!!!!!!!!1 it will grow your content!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@CameramanRon]

And my gas bill

[@dasavage]

All you need is a T-top

[@CameramanRon]

That would def be awesome!

[@bartphillips2613]

Would love for you to check out my 19 ft Mako Skiff all the Clickbaiterz are welcomed to fish on it

[@davidhunter7169]

Check this out for the front bait well kzbin.info/www/bejne/raCpYatjqa6hjs0

[@dwayneboudreaux7354]

Me.b’s boats Robert,Louisiana website available

[@CameramanRon]

Oh ok gotcha!!