Pelican Bass Raider 10e: Does it fit my needs?

[@feliciawalker9841]

You did a great video, thank you sir!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@communityprepper6153]

You literally answered every question I have about this boat. I think I'll be getting this shortly. I recently moved to Asheville NC and there are a TON of small ponds, lakes and rivers to fish here. I watched another video of this boat performing on a river and I think, like you, it covers all of my needs. Great video!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thank you! Good luck on the purchase, seems as if you have perfect conditions to make the most of it! Have fun!

[@THUF007]

Excellent idea with the dolly, will be building one soon. Thanks 👍🏻👍🏻

[@fishingwithvance]

Good Video. You can't go wrong with this little Boat. Getting that boat for $600 is a deal. Enjoy the boat. Good work on the dolly. Fish on!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for reaching out FWV! Much appreciated. You keep up the good work! I enjoy your videos too!

[@michaelmorris8707]

Nice video. I will have to look into this easy, less expensive fishing boat. Thanks for the great video.

[@BucketListBadass]

Searched, searched, and searched and BAM! Found your video covering the same criteria you had regarding a small 10ft Jon boat. Thank you for taking the time making this very informative vid about the boat I wanted to purchase. Liked!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Awesome! Glad you found what you were looking for! Good luck!

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

This the fidget spinner or the straight ardvark nose on the circle ready to fire down. They after the cage? 😂 if both are combined you can make it into an elephant or even a kettle

[@dkhorse12345]

Been thinking about the dolly for a raider. I’m glad to see someone create one that works well. Great ideas for the raider

[@mattepps]

Thanks for posting this video it was well done. I'm purchasing one of these tomorrow so my son and I can get to some spots we can't reach off the shore. May even use it to access some areas for bow hunting. Keep up the good work!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Awesome! Good luck out there! It’s a versatile tool. Enjoy

[@retromanc3r]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the Pelican Bass Raider!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bucknertarsney7674]

Good stuff, brother. Enjoy that boat!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks Bro! Will do!

[@luigidaniels6570]

Well done video, I had a bass power I bought used from a fishing club buddy and wow did it serve me well. In northern California I out fished big bass boats by studying the areas fish came out of main lakes in early spring. I would tie off on islands under water with brush above and have great success. Here's to boat safety and tight lines. Louis

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks! Yes, these types of boats are versatile and effective! Thanks for the comment!

[@BaimaTV]

Bruh! This is exactly what I’ve been looking for. Your criteria for the boat was my exact criteria. They sell this boat at academy. I didn’t want a big bass boat because I have no where to store one, plus I don’t want one. I want something small and light weight, and easily maneuverable by hand. Thanks so much for this video.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Glad it was useful! It seems, like us, many prefer the simplicity and convenience of a small, lightweight boat like this. It travels easy and can get in those out of the way shallow areas. I really enjoy it! Thanks for the comment!

[@beaver_creek_outdoors2010]

You will absolutely love this boat, !

[@roughcountryvertexcoil-ove7666]

Man, Your video is simply amazing, it truly is the definition of how great America is! I used to fish out of the 8ft and 10ft pelicans A TON prior to 2011 and having 3 kids . Here we r, in 2021 and even tho we have a 20ft boat for recreation….. I am fixing to order a 10ft pelican and a 55 ft trolling motor…… and let these kiddos experience thing other than tv and video games! I am an avid “gym” dork, so when I first saw ur dolly I was like oh lord. I stand corrected, the design and functionality is GENIUS! I need to know how to build it, Im a 2 on a handyman level🤦🏼‍♂️

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks RC! Much appreciated! This boat, as you know, is a lot of fun. Your kids will thank you! I’ll likely do a video of the dolly in the spring when the garage warms up 😁…stay tuned!

[@johnferrarini8641]

Excellent video. I fish forest preserve lakes and also would like to fish deeper weed beds. Love the dolly that you made too. What a perfect Christmas present to myself. Tight lines to you

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for the feedback! Glad you enjoyed it. Looking forward to getting out again soon. Tight lines to you too!

[@outdooravidity7674]

Another terrific video Don, very informative and has me thinking about potentially upgrading from my canoe. Thanks for the good stuff and good luck fishing!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks OA! I’m looking forward to taking the boat to small secluded lakes that have limited access to see if there are any monster bass out there! Been a good investment so far…

[@MichiganQuadTrailsTales]

Excellent! My Wife and I Fish from shore. We Need Something like this! Great Video, and A New Subscriber as well.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

It is a great boat! Thanks for the support!!

[@t.cheeze2811]

Awesome bro I'm in the market as I watch this terrific video.Thanks bro!!!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Sure thing! Thanks for watching.

[@haroldjames8057]

Nice boat and setup! The epicity is high on this one!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks bro! Much appreciated!

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

Thanks guys

[@TheBigh248]

Wow this is a very informative video keep them coming 👍

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks, Bro! Much appreciated!

[@oxnardferbible1992]

Awesome review, thanks for the insight.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for the kind comment!

[@paulpinto8400]

I’ve had mine for 3 seasons. I love it. I have it on a harbor freight 4 x 8 trailer and I tow it with my 2004 Nissan Sentra.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

That’s awesome! Sounds like a nice setup.

[@tnddiving6166]

My father in law has a 40 acre pond,brother in law has a 5 acre pond 30 minutes away and I have a 2 acre pond in back yard. Then I have a couple 100 acre lakes about an hour away. So mines really handy. I also have a 2 car garage well 2.5 car garage. So it fits nicely. Wife has a small car and I have the 4 door gmc sierra. Feel like you have the same set up as me. Also love bow hunting. Love the video!!!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Sounds like you have plenty of options for a boat like the BR-10e. Seems as if we lots in common. Enjoy! Thanks for watching!

[@pdsfpv1495]

Great idea to put in a kick stand. I will adopt this idea. It's a challenge with my dolly with it plopped on its side and put the boat on it.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks! Mine needs some mods, it’s far from perfect. But it does help a lot!

[@omoutdoors]

Very good review of the Bass Raider. I have the same boat and agree with your assessment.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for the feedback! Much appreciated!

[@Delorean15]

I just picked up the Field and Stream version of the BR. (Since they are nonexistent at the moment) I’m in Metro Detroit area as well and it’s perfect for our lakes. Love it and great video!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Good for you! They are great little boats and, yes, they are perfect for our lakes. It’s awesome we get to take advantage of them! Thanks for the comment!

[@scottcalkins1248]

Excellent video. Dolly was brilliant! I’m about to buy this boat & this helps my decision. Going to copy your dolly. 😊 thank you.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for the feedback! I’m glad the video was helpful. Let me know if I can assist in any way with the dolly. Good luck!

[@bayouboyentertainment2106]

Glad you were able to even find one, small two man boats in my state have been soldout for months now.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

They are hard to get. I had to order online and wait for it to finally arrive. We’ll worth it tho!

[@giggigidy6998]

Awesome video, no doubt you'll log many, many hours of fishing in this boat and rack up just as many memories. I can't wait to get my Bass Raider this coming year.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thank you for the feedback! I certainly hope you’re right! Good luck with yours! 👍🏽

[@phils6733]

Love this boat! I purchased mine 3 years ago, but had to go to the 🇺🇸 To get mine, ironically it’s made in Canada 😂 got it from bass pro I believe for 899…you guys are lucky because a decent marine battery here is about 250 my minn Kota 50lbs motor ran me 350$ I guess I was way over budget. I wouldnt be able to even get the boat after converting to Canadian 🇨🇦 dollars if my budget was a grand Great video and for anyone looking to grab a pelican it does the job…easy to customize and make it the way you like.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Great comment! Even tho the boat increased in price I still think it’s worth every penny for the hours of enjoyment you’ll have. Do you use a trailer?

[@herbertd.fischer2789]

Awesome video Kind Sir Thank you

[@stevetornovish6632]

Thanks for this well thought out video. Loved the idea of simply leaning it up against the wall of the garage. I plan to get one and use it in the freshwater canal behind our Florida house. I'm needing to come up with a way to get the boat up and over the lip of the seawall. Please share any thoughts you might have!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for the feedback! A word of caution: Another viewer said leaning it on the end could damage the seal. I’ll likely make something that supports the hull this spring to avoid that potential issue. The seawall challenge sounds like a fun project to figure out (maybe a pulley system or a ramp?). Good luck!

[@nosam5k]

Great video! Thanks for taking the time to do this review/overview. Have you considered getting into bowfishing to meld your 2 passions together? I think a removable platform for the front would work out great if you decide to give it a try. Thanks again for sharing this great content!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thank you! I’ve thought about bow fishing but another hobby? Phew! I’m sure I’d enjoy it. Can you recommend some good gear?

[@nosam5k]

@@northofdetroitoutdoors7404 I run Cajun Bowfishing sucker punch with ams arrows and safety slides. Muzzy has some nice entry level gear as well thats not priced too bad. If you have an old compound or recurve you can just get the rest, arrow, and a reel and you're ready to get out there.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

@@nosam5k thanks for the info!!

[@itzmikeomg2755]

Excellent video.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for watching!

[@tonystone3397]

Thanks for the vid, great work.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for the feedback! So appreciated! Glad you enjoyed it

[@steveconnelly1738]

I'm seeing more guys like you with the trolling motor on the back of the boat.... wouldn't it make it easier to steer the boat with it on the front ?? great video, and info...keep em coming.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Hmm. Maybe. Never really considered it. I’ll have to give it a try.

[@garypic4083]

I think you convinced me nice job on video

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks! Good luck!

[@AGuyNamedRicky]

Haha you and I had the same parameters and settled on the same rig! I’d invite you to make one alteration tho. Storing the boat on its side can weaken the seal between the two layers so a pool noodle or just anything the lessen the weight put on that seal will keep it from wearing out. Most of the water that gets in the pontoons comes thru the seal.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thank you so much Richard!!! I had given that a passing thought but talked myself out of it. I think I’ll create something like a “U” shaped piece of wood to extend to the side of the boat and take the pressure off of the flange altogether. So, so appreciated!

[@BryanDiaz-ek2qz]

Can't wait to see sum pan fish videos brotha

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Me too!

[@PainterD54]

Been looking into one of those, but changed my mind. I guess for the price, I'd rather spend some time in the shop this spring, building my own. Not only will I be making just exactly the size and shape I want, I will be making good use of the time impatiently waiting for the weather to melt all the ice on the frozen lakes here in Minn.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Making your own boat! Wow, nice skill to have. Good luck with that! I look forward to frozen lakes here in Michigan, I love ice fishing! All the best!

[@TheUltralightLife]

I pulled 100 fish out in one day with my bass raider. It is the juice 🧃

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

That’s a lot of fish! The juice it is!

[@groovytunes2]

I just picked up one of those. I got it for the purpose of getting to state land. Getting old and can't walk as much as I used to. Thinking about putting a 3 HP motor on it. Have to let you know how it works out.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for the comment! Congrats on the purchase. I’m sure many would love to know how the motor performs on the boat, including me. Look forward to it! Enjoy!

[@NeKrozombie13]

How are you still liking it? I am thinkin of getting one to replace my kayak. Being able to access more water is my priority and also if the wife wants to tag along.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Still working well. Last year I didn’t get out as much as I would have liked due to other obligations but the few times I went out it was great! Killed it. Can’t wait for this upcoming season! Don’t think you can go wrong with this boat.

[@abogadoalbertogtz]

Do you think it will work in the sea near the beach?, i live in cancun, and there is a lagoon but full of cocodriles, and the option will be the beaches

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

It would probably be ok if you were in a calm area with no waves. I’d stay close to shore tho considering I have such a small motor. But don’t take my opinion alone. I’d call the manufacturer, or find other videos of people who use in areas similar to yours. Thanks for reaching out!

[@mp3032]

Thank you sir. 👍

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

My pleasure, Gerald! All the best!

[@caidagreat2079]

You should do a video about the dolly you built

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Good idea! I think I will. Thanks!

[@j.raynes6218]

A few questions: What size wheels? How much are they? What are the metal pieces on the dolly for? Do you have plans we can download? Looks perfect for our needs!

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for reaching out! The wheels are 8” pneumatic rigid casters and were about $15 bucks each at Harbor Freight. The metal pieces are a retrofit providing more surface area coverage to keep the dollie from pivoting underneath if you are traversing over rough grassy terrain or a small ditch (annoying!). Sorry, no plans but pretty simple to make. Hope this helps.

[@mikeallwine526]

They need to make a 12footer

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

@@mikeallwine526 In some ways 12 ft would be nice, for sure, but longer also means heavier and more cumbersome too. Always a trade off. 🤔

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

The pelican boat is using a nas nose as the front with a curl u boat with a dino behind it has left from the knight templar house to setup the iftari with a circle/ball with a dark club ♣️ aka fidget spinner with the ardvarks nose ready to fire down as a turret to have an iftari meal

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

👍🏽

[@itsbrode9000]

I'm wanting to build a dolly system like you show in the video. Is there anyway you could give me the dimensions of it?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

I’ll try to do a video soon. But, honestly, I just eyeballed everything. Very easy to make.

[@itsbrode9000]

@@northofdetroitoutdoors7404 Yeah, I just eyeballed materials and it worked great. I used a 2x6 that I cut to 52 inches, two 3 7/8" eye bolts, eight 3/8 x 1 1/2” lag bolts with fitting washers, and two 10 inch casters with swivels.

[@jonnychrist69]

Great video been thinking about getting one.. how is it to stand up in? be honest..

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks! Honestly, it’s surprisingly stable. Doesn’t seem as if it can be tipped from what I can tell. When necessary (and alone) I walk from one side to the other with no problem. You are on water so eventually physics will take over if you get crazy,but I’ve fished standing up with ease. Appreciate the comment!

[@Navyuncle]

Thanks for the video. I haven't owned a boat for a long time. But, I found out that my insurance company will pay up to $1200.00 for me to buy fishing equipment. So, why not let them buy me a small fishing boat?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

😂 Sounds like you are gonna have a great summer!

[@necy0430]

Hey I have one of these that I’ve had for years. The dolly idea is genius! My question is where do you put the dolly after the boat is put in the water? Do you leave it on the bank or take it back to the truck or in the boat?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Hello Munisha! Thanks for the comment! I put the dolly behind a shed that’s a few yards from the water, so in my case it’s simple. But at a public area I’d either have to chain it to a tree/structure or walk it back to my vehicle. Thanks again!

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

Dolly at the back of the boat with a pelican front with a nas nose 😭

[@JohnMiller-ld2fs]

I live in the metro detroit area and I have a similar boat. I am curious how you got this system working please let me know. I have a Minn Kota Endura 55 seems like I am over complicating it but need to talk to someone who has been in the fire

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Sure thing. The setup is really simple. Don’t overcomplicate it. What questions do you have?

[@michaelwarren9271]

Hey Don you might want to consider getting a lithium ion battery. They're pretty light and you can get them at a decent price

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

That’s exactly what I did! I hope to do a review this spring/summer. Thanks for the comment!

[@billclinton94]

thank you man

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@tylerhebert9117]

what kind of speeds with that trolling motor

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

50 lb thrust

[@mavrik9475]

where did you get the metal axle holder for the wheels?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

If you are referring to the two metal pieces that are attached perpendicular to the wood, it’s just some scrap metal I found in my garage.

[@timespank4106]

Great video Don! May I ask where you got the boat? I’m in the Detroit area and I’m looking for the same one.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Glad it was helpful. I ordered mine online from Bass Pro Shop/Cabelas. Thanks for the comment!

[@tydinglnc]

Hi brother, what electric motor do you recommand on this boat?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

I wanted the 55 lb thrust motor but it wasn’t in stock so I got the 50. Get as big as allowed so long as it doesn’t exceed the manufacturer’s recommendation. Not sure what that is but the faster the better. You can always slow down…

[@thomnedell430]

Could a 30lbs thrust Trolling motor be used ?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

It’s possible. I’ve seen other videos of people using one that small. You won’t go very fast…

[@jasoneastman7269]

How good is the stability? Really considering one of these over a fishn kayak

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Stability is very good. I stand up to fish on occasion without issue when my tailbone needs a break. I have nothing against kayaks, but for fishing, specifically, I do appreciate the extra room the BR provides. The elevated seating position is appreciated as well. Good luck with your decision! Thanks for the comment…

[@salmenda]

They look really wobbly. Is it that bad? Or the camera?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Definitely the camera

[@Floridafisherman5000]

Thanks for this great video!! I have been looking around for a boat just like the Bass Raider. How has this boat held up for you? I have read a few reviews that the seams around boat came open and some water leaked inside. Does this boat hold up ok? Is it durable??

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks for the comment! It’s been holding up well for me. No problems at all. A few viewers have mentioned leakage but it doesn’t seem to be a widespread problem. What I have heard is that storing it outside can be problematic, so I don’t recommend that. Good luck and thanks again!

[@Floridafisherman5000]

@@northofdetroitoutdoors7404 Thanks dude!! I live in Florida and would keep it outside but will get a boat cover for it!! Just looking for a small inexpensive boat to get me out on the lake!!! :)

[@michaelmello9510]

Nice 👍

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Thanks!

[@jakec788]

Do you leave the dolly on permanently?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

No. I only put it on when I need to transport it. I take it off when fishing and during storage.

[@jkeyhole]

Looking into one of these. Did you need to register it? Is that just a trip to the sos?

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Process is simple. Just contact SOS and they can assist. That's what I did.

[@ericwilliams7662]

Why are all the boats sitting on the ground

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

There is only one boat referenced in the video. I store it in my garage. Not sure I understand the question.

[@robstone7325]

nice staying under budget of 1,000 dollars unlike me my quest angler 10ft boat cost me 879 dollars, and then bought a suzuki 2.5 outboard motor 650 dollars, than i got a water snake 54 thrust trolling motor which was 399 dollars, and lastly i bought a lowarance 9 inch eagle fish finder which cost 749 dollars. battery was 199 dollars and that makes a grand total of 3,000 dollars, which is still under the 30,000 dollars if had and went and bought me a full size bass boat so i guess im still under budget.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Wow! Nice setup! I use a Garmin Striker 4 fish finder (a bundle that doubles as an ice fishing rig) that works fine, but not always needed when bass fishing. Will use this year to locate crappie. Assuming you use a trailer with all the gear? Have a great season! Thanks for the comment!

[@catdaddy9626]

I myself had a $1200 budget and cheated a little and bought a $500 lithium battery, much lighter.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

Nice! Hadn’t considered that. Which one did you choose? Was it worth it?

[@catdaddy1822]

@@northofdetroitoutdoors7404 company called EXPERT POWER. from my exhaustive research ,I think It'll pay off for me in the long haul. I've only put about 20 hrs ( 50ah ) on it with no recharge.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

@@catdaddy1822 Awesome! I’d really appreciate if you’d let me know how it works for you over the long term. Expensive, but so are my chiropractor bills for my back!!!😩

[@catdaddy1822]

@@northofdetroitoutdoors7404 oouch

[@ivideogameboss]

Step 1: I need to get a house.

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

😂

[@PaulTaylor-ko8jy]

Love boat fresh water saltwater creek bays sure fish river intercoastal waterway pounds lakes Live worms the live crickets corn and bread asparagus and broccoli and cauliflower white corn and fatback

[@northofdetroitoutdoors7404]

…and a lot of coffee! 😊