Float Tube Fishing - (Is this The Perfect Float Tube Belly Boat for You?) - Savage Gear

Savage Gear V2 High Rider. Is this the right float tube for You? In this episode I introduce you to my new toy and my reasons for getting this float tube/belly boat.

[@dennisthemenace533]

You have some amazing environments there in the background

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Thanks Dennis, certainly lots to explore here in Scotland

[@dennisthemenace533]

@@PiscatorUK-Fishing Were going there after our marriage, my fiancee loves Scotland 😁

[@g-man4297]

One of my brothers as that same model, he took it out one time and was knackered after a couple of hours, but then he is 58 and about 20 stone, I was surprised the thing didn't sink when he got himself into it after much huffing and puffing with a few swear words thrown in, but to give credit to the tube it is quite sturdy and held up well under his weight.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Thanks G, this model sure is robust and is very stable on the water, it is perfect for the heavier angler although I wouldn’t want to carry it too far😂

[@stiofain4693]

A good honest description for us anglers, thank you for that…. Not saying it won’t suit lots of people but hard work by the sounds of it..

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Yes, we’ll I found it hard at first. You do need good weather conditions to enjoy the experience more I feel. Thanks for the comment

[@Blest1983]

looks like great product only thing say don't like the look of is my feet having to dangle in the water. Much prefer it if I could have my legs placed on the raft as well

[@dalelander2152]

Looks well suited for your styles of fishing mate it will make a good video to see you hook a monster in it.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Cheers Dale, hopefully that happens soon mate. Hopefully get more fishing soon if we get some better weather👍

[@dalelander2152]

@@PiscatorUK-Fishing hopefully next weekend out with the lures on my local River Derwent 🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣

[@123marlo]

Yes you’re right we bought two float tubes thinking it would be easy as we found out it was a nightmare after a days fishing I came off it and I could hardly walk so I think that there up in my brothers loft after that we bought a pontoon it’s called the sea eagle it’s American and it’s fabulous you sit out of the water it has a great seat plus it has oars and you can have a electric motor on the back we use it when we fish up north and love it so if any of you guys are thinking about buying a float tube unless you have real strong legs and I mean strong forget it and save up for a sea eagle.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Thanks for commenting mate. Yeah the float tubes are not for everyone. Just wanted one as I’ve been thinking about it long before I got the kayak. Small inflatable boat with engine won’t be far away I feel. Thanks for the comment mate👍

[@dennisthemenace533]

I'll get it still, considering it's a free workout ill enjoy that. But you can also modify a light motor on the float tube if you like. I'm used to walking about 15000-20000 steps anyway when fishing. It's a fair warning though considering most people arent out to also get a little workout. It's going to be interesting on my thin long lake because the wind can really travel... Probably wont use it on those days when it's direct from one side to the other. But other than that it's a cheap way I think to get to spots you can't and especially nice in small waters. Also to get to islands u cant normally get to and u can fish off of them. :)

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

@dennisthemenace533 that’s a the main reason I got it just to have some freedom on the water and explore. I am getting more use to the tube now though, it is more challenging in the wind but I’m not put off by that as much especially for fly fishing as it proves to be more productive. Because I have the oars on this model, I do think that the the extra large fins are not necessary to get to a-b and just use them to stay into the wind or to manoeuvre.

[@Ashw1115]

I’m 5’10 170 pounds. Do you think my weight will be a problem? I seriously want one of these over a kayak, they look so cool.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

@Ashw1115 Hey Ash, I’m 210lb, they are super stable compared to a kayak, I would only recommend a float tube for fresh water fishing. The savage gear high rider float tubes are not the lightest on the market but they are very robust. If you intend walking miles to reach the water from your car, I would go for something much lighter.

[@anotherangleUK]

Great honest video, well filmed Douglas. Looked compact when you were lifting it off the back seat of the car. I think for fly fishing a loch where you get a nice long drift it would be ideal. I saw some guys (older than me can you believe) using one when I was on Orkney. I'm sure you'll get many hours of fun and fish using it.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Thanks Phil, I’m looking forward to trying it on some of the smaller Lochs for fly and lure fishing for trout and other species.

[@garyrodgers9620]

Aren't you afraid of the pike nipping your wee toes, Douglas? 😂

[@yorkshireaquatics9537]

Hey man ive been looking at a little SIB and electric outboard. The outboards ive been looking at are by Torquedo and look decent. Need to go to a boat show really and check out a few different brands. Tight lines man!

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Cool, just KZbin it mate, I’m sure there will be a few reviews on what your looking for. I think a SIB will be my next option, I’m not getting any younger😂tight lines

[@AyrshireAlps]

Good timing! I bought a guideline drifter a few weeks back, with snowbee fins. The shorter fins are far less work than those ones you have, long fins = hard workout. Agreed on the turning using fins, takes a bit of practice!. I only fly fish though, and IMHO the oars would be a pita, different than lure fishing. I used it for the first time last week on a wee Ayrshire hill loch, it's bloody magic! I was on the water for over 6 hours, and I had to force myself off the water!. Back out on it tomorrow, canny wait. All the best Douglas. Greg.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Cheers Greg, I was given the advise that the longer fins are better and require less finning to get you from A to B. Good to get someone else’s opinion on the fins tho. I plan to do a bit of fly fishing in some of the smaller lochs too. Thanks for the comment mate👍

[@AyrshireAlps]

@PiscatorUK-Fishing Aye, they'll propel you along faster, but will take lots of energy to keep you from drifting too fast. If ye fancy a corking wee hill loch, gimme a shout, I guarantee ye plenty trout! 😁

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

@@AyrshireAlps cheers mate, definitely interested in that mate👍

[@AyrshireAlps]

@@PiscatorUK-Fishing Update, I had to send the short snowbee ones back, the straps kept coming loose. not what you want out on the water! anyway, I ordered the savage gear yins, much longer, and miles better. I was able to keep drifts going much better yesterday, and was rewarded with a shed load of troot!.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

@@AyrshireAlps nice one mate👍🎣

[@thomascharlesphillips5377]

Hi there just letting anyone else that use the float tube the easiest way to turn with a tube is to lean over like you were on a skateboard this inturn tilts your legs and flippers and yes with practice you can literally turn on a sixpence with practice

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge buddy much appreciated👍 tight lines

[@paulvandermaas6639]

Interesting .. Do your feet get cold?

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

I think it will all depend on what kind of waders you use and time of year. I use an old neoprene diving dry suit that I cut the top off and made into waders, I use them for river fishing in the winter and never get cold. As your legs and feet are moving most of the time on the float tube, I think this helps keep the circulation moving in your feet too.

[@robbieallan6522]

It's interesting and educational for people who can afford that sort of big boys toy!! I'd prefer a canoe myself but I can't afford one of them so it's shore fishing only for myself, I'm all on the look out for either a second had Canon for 2 or a kayak but it's a bit difficult cuz I live on the island so their's a limited amount of people who would part with them for the price I could afford, I do always keep my eyes open cuz their's some excellent rock marks around castletown Bay where just being a hundred yards future than casting difference and instead of the Average fish being about 2lb and they average at 4lb but can and have gone to double figures all their's a couple of marks you can only fish with a kayak or canoe but they have produced some big cod and the occasional plaice n flounder "flatfish I've got a personal vendetta against cuz I personal have never landed one in 38 years or fishing I've come close had one nearly in my hand but it fell off the hook over the side of the pier and add insult to injury my m8 caught a 2lb plaice minutes b4 on a rod I'd rigged baited n casted, we didn't even see it bite and it online started fighting on the surface must have been half asleep!! Anyway good shoe to keep people in the know m8 , you should do a flatfish/beach casting video it would be interesting as it's how I often fish 🐟 😉

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Great comment mate and interesting part of the world you live for the fishing. A kayak/canoe or inflatable boat would be perfect there too👍

[@robbieallan6522]

I've thought about getting a sib small inflatable would be nice as I could reach spots close in and deep that you couldn't access on foot. Cheers for the reply I always appreciate it!!

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

@@robbieallan6522 No problem Robbie, tight lines.

[@fishingscotland3068]

I have purchased a cheaper version and feel like i am having to pull myself back up on seat. Do you get that problem in the one you are using mate ?

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

@@fishingscotland3068 hi buddy thanks for the questions. I’ve not had that issue on the high rider, it’s got quite a comfortable seating position.

[@BEN10TO10]

Once your in position can you anchor them like an ordinary boat ?

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Thanks for the question mate. Anchoring on the float tube is not something I’ve thought about. I don’t really like staying in one spot too long. You can stay in position on the tube without an anchor even in a strong wind.

[@johnmaclean9318]

Don’t agree with much of this. I have 2 of these Savage Gear Tubes and they are great. Took all of an hour and half to get used to it. I fish for loch Salmon with mine, sometimes in 25Mph winds, and feel really safe. These are great. Only problem is they are heavy to carry, if you are walking more than 15 mins to a venue. Great for fitness, but there is a knack to it, helps if you are reasonably fit.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Thanks for commenting John, I actually love being on the float tube but it definitely wasn’t as easy as it looks but It is super stable. good on you for going out in strong winds, to be honest I don’t know how you manage, I wouldn’t go gout in 25mph winds on a SIB with an engine never mind a float tube.

[@johnmaclean9318]

Being from Lewis, strong winds are common. What I do in a heavy breeze is walk with the tube to the top of the drift and let the wind take you down using fins as brakes. Another tip is to relax your legs when paddling.

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

@johnmaclean9318 thanks John, tight lines buddy

[@fraser5754]

I can't be bothered with all this stuff. Just be done with it and by a flipping trawler mate. I'll get back to chucking my spinner off the bank. I'm at a loss becausevive followed you and done some stuff you talked of but got heehaw, an hour at a freaking docking place long abandoned and I saw more and caught more than I ever did copying you at the narrows. I doubt you had a nuke sub cause the water there was 10 inches deep all the way to arran

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

I just like all sorts of fishing Frazer and trying different things mate.