The Best Fishing Jet Ski Ever Made? (2020)

[@paulshearer9140]

Really nice set up, the only thing I don't like about the tubbies is that they restrict the area available to put your feet when sitting sideways. After recently researching jet ski's for fishing pretty heavily I agree that the Yamaha FXHO is the ducks guts of fishing jet skis. I just ordered the 2020 model and can't wait to get out there. Thanks for your videos.

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Paul. Glad you like to watch the videos. By the way, another person asked me about room for feet just yesterday. It's never bothered me actually. If the old knees are getting twisted and aching, I just put my feet up on the edge of the Tubby if I am sitting sideways. Most of time I am moving around (if you've watch the videos you'll know I keep busy) and the feet space has never crossed my mind. But I guess it would bother some people.

[@LongStraightLines]

Nice vid and great rig. I have exactly the same set-up but in a 2017 FXHO. It's just a pity I live in Victoria! I'd love to head north again and get the Shoreline guys to install a bigger sounder.. then stop at South West Rocks on the way back and never leave!

[@Jetcast]

I hear ya! Some pretty nice waters down that coastline! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@GCJetskiFishing]

Nice video mate, those GC rod holders look awesome ;) I enjoy seeing other people's setups and your ski is about as good as they get. Fish on

[@Jetcast]

Glad you like! Your holders are great...no BS. Strong and finished well. They do also look like they are a standard Yamaha accessory for this model! I'll giving them a serious workout with the Spanish Macs in few months no doubt! Be safe

[@jasonw6993]

My FX HO is only 14 months old with 240 hrs. Let's hope you don't have the same issues I've had at 132 hrs and then at 239.3 hrs after a new fuel injection wiring harness. Left stranded twice!

[@Jetcast]

Yikes! Not so far -touch wood. What year model? 2020 I assume? I'm past those milestones in terms of hours.. You would have had a 3 year warranty, so other than the tow home, I hope it all worked out for you. Thanks for watching and commenting. Good to get a mixture of responses from the audience. I assumed I might dig up some dirt on all brands!

[@A-mechanics-review-4U]

I would love to know more about the double failures we’re both of them fuel injection wiring harness failures

[@Jetcast]

@@A-mechanics-review-4U just an update- up to 450 hrs now on this unit and no failures on the fuel injection wiring harness! :)

[@teammarko124]

Great fishing setup! 240hrs and no problems = Yamaha 👍

[@Jetcast]

That’s the main thing you need in a fishing ski, right? Last thing you need is to be worrying about breaking down when you’re a long way from your launch. Thanks for watching.

[@scottwilliamson7141]

Great ski’s mate ! Reliability number one factor when fishing offshore and yamahas have that in spades Nice vid Paul

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Scott. Good to get your opinion , as you are another 'jetfisher" who goes offshore, crosses coastal bars in all sorts of swells, and catches serious fish using a variety of techniques.

[@ParrotHead1980]

Love that fishing ski, best jetski on the market. Fast, fun, reliable. Yamaha just keeps making every ski better every year. 👍👍

[@Jetcast]

Yeah, been great for me as I said! Hard to look elsewhere. But I do like the look of the new wide electronic dashboard LED screen in the top end Seadoos. Be awesome if someone did a deal with Lowrance and put a good GPS/sounder into the dashboard with a through or in-hull transducer up front so I could use it when idling on a spot...that is one of the topics of another video I may make one day "The Top 5 things to improve the jetski fishing experience." :)

[@ParrotHead1980]

@@Jetcast Trust me, you don't want a seadoo, they may look good with all their new electronics but they have alot of mechanical issues and they sink. Trust me stick with yamaha.

[@flipspearing]

@@ParrotHead1980 if youve sunk a recent seadoo it isnt them mate its you.

[@unclehoss866]

thank you!!! now i know what to do next weeks.......saludos de canarias

[@Jetcast]

No problems!

[@timothyhutchins4668]

Wow, I could easily store all my spearfishing gear on that thing and still have space for my rod and lunch. Perfect setup.

[@Jetcast]

Absolutely! I have loaded up the ski and had a weekend camping and fishing trip on Fraser Island. We did around 300K's that weekend. Tent, bedding, cooking kit, ice and fresh water, and I took and extra 60 litres with me that trip!

[@ruanhayward9200]

Those tubbies are looking good! Great setup you have there mate.

[@Jetcast]

cheers Ruan!

[@scotthissey2461]

Hi. Looking to set up a ski, and would like more info on fish finders as I'm not very educated on them. Love your videos. Cheers.

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Scott. I'm making a list of the videos that people want to see, and that I'll add that one to the list! I am not an expect on sounders but might be able to find one to chat to.

[@rocket5557]

What an amazing rig!

[@Jetcast]

Been several improvements since then too! Check out the Jetcast channel for more recent videis! Cheers

[@crom29a]

Great video and awesome setup! Here's something I've wondered - would a @GC Jetski Fishing extended fuel tank be able to fit in addition to your Shoreline extended fuel tank? From what I've seen their placement is in different parts of the hull. Just curious. Also those reel covers look classy! Must get me some of those :)

[@Jetcast]

Yes I guess so! They fit in different places and feed fuel differently. Rare you’d need 117litres often, but for those times... like a weekend away at Fraser Island! Might get a bit wet hitting the waves too!

[@jozakroat]

this thing is so awesome would be alot of fun dude enjoy

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Jimmy!

[@MegaStinkybear]

What would you say your max range would be with the extra fuel tank . I bought my sabiki tube before the tubbies and got the 8 foot version, doesn't fit . Still haven't got tubbies wet yet. 4 kids at school mixed with covid doesn't leave any free time

[@Jetcast]

My gauge says I've been averaging 2.6 kilometers to the litre and if accurate would mean 226Km with 10 left over for emergency with the standard 70lt plus the aux 27lt. Re: Sabiki: yeah, am aware that there are some that are one piece, some disconnect at the butt only and are a tight fit in the Tubbies, and there are some too long. The interior size of the Tubbies is just under 1.8M, and my rod folded is 1.270M. (8 foot is 2.4M). Bad luck about the school aged kids in terms of use of the ski! Been there, out the other side now, so enjoying my time again. :)

[@paulshearer9140]

That's an awesome set up Paul.

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Paul. It’s treated me well too. Kept me on the water safely for almost 300 hrs already!

[@juanlee8346]

Love your setup. I'm just getting into the sport. Do you have an Eprib? If so where do you mount yours? I just got one for Xmas but I'm not sure where to keep it. I have see two options, one guy had his mounted to his esky rack; another had his stowed in the front compartment which doesn't sound like a good idea to me but it was a safety video.

[@Jetcast]

Hi Juan. Thanks for watching and commenting. I’d be putting the EPIRB on the outside definitely . Don’t store in hatch as I know someone who’s ski took on water offshore and became unstable and flipped. He couldn’t get to the EPIRB in the hatch for almost 2 hrs and when eventually rescued he had hyperthermia. I actually recommend a PLB (wearable EPIRB) and you keep this attached to your PFD. But an EPIRB in a place you can get to even if in the water is next best. Cheers and welcome to the sport!

[@suragkv9313]

WOW !! Beautiful fishing machine!!

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Surag! It has been really good for me. Doesn’t look half bad either! :)

[@stevecoffey4884]

Great content, just started looking

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Steve! Please keep watching and commenting to help me grow the channel subscribers please! ;) Some of my earlier videos may not be as professional as I would have liked, but slowly things are getting easier for me. It's quite difficult being the camera operator, the soundo, the editor , and the talent! Oh forgot -and the fisher too!

[@OnTheMissions]

how much $ have you spent on upgrades ?? looks great!

[@Jetcast]

Yeah, too much if you wanted to get your money back on fish you catch! But it’s my sport, passion, and de-stressor -so that’s priceless! Cheers John.

[@mbnz0174]

@@Jetcast Well said. When I moved from kayak fishing to jetski fishing, I did the maths. There was no way my family could eat enough fish to justify the cost. It's not about that 😀

[@dheerajputhran4570]

Superb setup.....,😘♥️

[@Jetcast]

Thanks 🤗

[@bendiver6224]

Hey mate - just got some tubbies fitted to my fx ho. Could you please tell me what are the saddle eyes you have mounted on your tubbies to clip your rod lanyards to?

[@Jetcast]

Hi Beniver, they are just nylon (or you can use stainless steel) loops that they sell at chandlery stores. I used some self tapping stainless screws. I also used some strong contact sticker material under them to stop scratches on the fibreglass. The tethers are stainless steel nylon coated wire 3mm with clips either end. I now sell these on the jetfisher web shop fyi. www.jetfisher.com

[@OOHYEH]

Have you ever ridden anything else ????? I have a rxp 260 seadoo with a pod

[@Jetcast]

No, I haven't actually...well I use to own a VX and before that rode a few Sea-doo rentals!

[@PeeexFishing]

Beautiful machine Paul

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Craig!

[@_jamesrose]

Great machine Paul. 240hrs barely run in 👌

[@Jetcast]

Yeah, been really good. The engine has some quirks, but the ski as a package is solid. Hope you’re enjoying yours? You’ve got the blue 2018 or am I mistaken?

[@_jamesrose]

@@Jetcast mine is a 2017 FX SVHO in Azure Racing Blue/black & white. I haven't got the all the fishing set up yet but it's definately on the cards. My father and I thoroughly enjoy your content. Especially being a reliable Yamaha :D

[@Jetcast]

Thanks James!

[@myleskehoe5047]

Hi Paul just purchased a svho with extras ,tabbies come in December Live in Brisbane and would enjoy a catch up for a fishing trip A newbie to the fishing world but want to try something different Enjoy the videos have learnt heaps Thanks

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Myles. Good choice of machine! Have you got it or waiting for arrival?

[@myleskehoe5047]

Jetfisher hi Paul I have the machine . As a first time user I am putting some hours up on Somerset dam First time I had it on full power mode I was scared sh.... less but after 2 hours managed to get more comfortable Want at least 10 hours before I go off shore Really enjoy your videos and am learning a lot about fishing from your posts so thank you for that My wife is getting used to the idea that I might not be around on weekends soon!! I have the extra fuel tank ,toe tap dual batteries , nav lights and a garmin I fishing gear yet , I will wait for the rubies and start slowly

[@Jetcast]

Good one. Happy for a tag along . There’s a good local private group on messenger that once you’re ready, I’ll add you as there. Plenty of good people and good advice. Drop me a line when you’re ready for offshore. [e-mail]

[@Jetcast]

@@myleskehoe5047 No worries Myles. Wise to get some experience on the unit. Get set for a great summer coming up!

[@kwakazx10r77]

Hi Paul, love watching your epic offshore sessions! Currently tossing up whether to purchase a FX HO or the SVHO. You stated 2.6km/L average for your HO, and obviously a supercharged ski would use more fuel, but I have read that cruising at around 35mph might not be that much different fuel consumption between the HO and the SVHO? As the ski would have to double as a family fun machine with the kids, I am leaning toward a SVHO. Any advice that you might have that might change my HO/SVHO thought process? Thanks and regards, Brett

[@Ouboet365]

I watch all your videos and love'em tx. Question if i may how wide is the ski with the tubbies?

[@Jetcast]

Hey Roland, thanks very much! My ski is in the storage shed this weekend because the weather isnt looking too good. I'll measure for you when next it's here and post. I think it comes in around 1.6m from memory, but need to check for you. A Tubbie adds around 35-40cm from inside of foot rail to outer edge.

[@Ouboet365]

@@Jetcast thank you mate. And as we say in Afrikaans...stywe lyne! Tight lines.

[@Jetcast]

Hi Roland, Edge to edge with Tubbies it is 1.62m. The trailer guards go about 50mm wider on both sides btw.

[@NoNopeAndNo]

@@Jetcast that's awesome

[@JohnBraman413]

what was that lil white thing on right side by handlebar?

[@Jetcast]

Hi John, I think you’re referring to the extension speaker for my GME VHF radio. The hand piece sits in the ski glove box, so it’s hard to hear. I run the extension speaker so you can hear it all the time. Thanks for watching. Let me know if you have any other questions.

[@5taytuned550]

Short answer is yes

[@Jetcast]

Thanks for the comment. I must say there are some things that I’d like to do better. But I may have to wait until I earn a lot more money -or get a generous benefactor!

[@rozzziee]

What is your thoughts on a seadoo fishpro? I was looking at getting one of them.

[@Jetcast]

Hi! Thanks for watching. Not ridden one myself but as I said in the video description, they look like a great package. Plenty of people have got them and are real happy. At the time I purchased they didn’t exist. If Mr Seadoo wants me to change, I’d be happy to speak to them. :) when I I chose the first ski, I chose Yamaha and haven’t had any issues with them. So although the video title is probably clickbait, it is really to show you what I have and that I have found it works well for my serious offshore fishing. Go with your gut. Don’t overthink it as you can’t really go wrong with any modern ski! Cheers

[@rozzziee]

@@Jetcast cheers for the response. Its fantastic content, cheers.

[@jacquesels3368]

Will post pictures in the next few weeks of a 2019 FishPro with Tubbies!

[@Jetcast]

@@jacquesels3368 awesome! I had heard about them coming for the FP. I would be interested in trying a FP with Tubbies out..despite the video title! :) thanks for watching and commenting.

[@rozzziee]

@@jacquesels3368 fantastic mate

[@andressoliven3225]

Yes,it is👍👍👍

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Andres! Thanks for watching again too.

[@TheCruisr]

Hi Paul Did you choose the fxho over a cruiser for the flat seat?

[@Jetcast]

Yes that’s correct. My previous ski was a VX Limited and it had the touring seat with humps. I managed to split one the seat seams between the first and second “tier” in about 6 months of fishing. Yamaha replaced it under warranty but took a long time to get the replacement here. The FX Cruiser has a similar seat to the VX Limited. Seats and pull up cleats are about the only difference to the FXHO. Pull up cleats are quite cheap aftermarket if you miss them!

[@TheCruisr]

@@Jetcast cheers for the reply

[@longevity7264]

Where to buy one in usa?

[@Jetcast]

Sorry, I don’t know. Contact the manufacturer in South Africa: Racetech Yamaha. They were supposed to be appointing a US distributor sometime ago.

[@mathiasrosspacher8729]

Hi Jetfisher, nice Video. Aren‘t you scared if your engine is Not working offshore? Go on,greetings

[@Jetcast]

Hi Mathias. The Yamaha Waverunners are very reliable however I carry a lot of safety gear in case of emergency. We also have a local Volunteer Marine Rescue service that you can subscribe to and they’ll come out and tow you back if you ever break down. I have a Personal Locating Beacon, and a powerful VHF radio. And I make sure the ski is serviced at the required intervals. Most of the time I go out with someone else, lowering the chance of trouble even further!

[@mathiasrosspacher8729]

@@Jetcast Hi,Thank you for answering with Details. Go on with cool Trips and videos. Greetings

[@Jetcast]

@@mathiasrosspacher8729 You're welcome!

[@Globalnomadsj]

Are you running single or dual Battery your ski?

[@Jetcast]

I have a dual battery setup with a selector switch and Voltage Sensor Relay to automatically charge the non-selected battery when the selected battery is fully charged. Some people don't like running these on skis due to the risk of the switches failing due to saltwater, but I've had it for 2 years and 360 engine hours on the water and so far so good. The inside of the Yamaha Waverunners is pretty dry compared to other brands I hear, and the battery system sits up off the bottom away so you need to have a serious drenching/dunking to get saltwater on it. The issue I have with one battery is that they can fail at the most inopportune -or dangerous -times. For instance, a local guy had a battery fail some 40ks offshore last year! So it started in the morning but failed later that day. I also use the electronics all day, so I want to be pretty sure the engine will start. Nothing is perfect and everything can still fail. The alternative is to have a gelcel sealed battery and a jumpstarter battery kit as backup I guess. And know how to use the jumpstarter.... I still carry one and have used it two times: once on a friends ski, and once on a boat that was stranded!

[@Globalnomadsj]

@@Jetcast thanks for the prompt response. Is your set up similar to this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHSrqZ6Zd7mIkJI What kind of battery are you using for the second battery?

[@Jetcast]

sorry this question ended up in the "held for review" and I just saw it. I dint watch the entire video in the link but yes that looks like the type of install I have . The second battery is a gelcel (sealed) similar size etc to the original but low maintenance.

[@andredesouza9767]

Yamaha suv 1200 !!!!!💯

[@Jetcast]

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[@Jetcast]

hehe!

[@jellybaby9630]

Front Storage is Pefect for fuel tank

[@Jetcast]

Yes, there’s a couple around that do the job. I have the Shoreline Jetskis 27litre tank that mounted above the standard one. For these skis, you can get a 20litre model that you can fit yourself from GC Jetski Fishing in NZ, and there are some fuel bladders out there too. I use to carry a 10 litre plastic tank on my last ski in the front hatch. Thanks for watching!

[@benskai2475akurfishing]

Greetings coming again from Indonesia, Maluku Province, Aru Islands, Senior Greetings fellow anglers and always healthy, please allow me to watch the video

[@Jetcast]

Welcome to the channel! Hope you enjoy

[@benskai2475akurfishing]

@@Jetcast thank you for the video presentation, senior would love to have a boat like that and can go far from the beach

[@Jetcast]

It looks like you live in a beautiful part of the world. But very remote too!

[@dobrizarev2598]

Like🐟🍒

[@Jetcast]

Thanks!

[@EdAndFishing]

Watching your or videos long time, newer comment .... But not agree with this one ....

[@Jetcast]

Thanks. The intention of the video title was to start a discussion on this topic. Please let us know what you think is the best jet ski for fishing and more importantly why. Thanks for watching and commenting. I am glad you did feel strongly enough to comment.

[@EdAndFishing]

@@Jetcast I thing any JetSky good for fishing if you not scared to be close to water .... Not in my case. Boat (little tinny) give you little bit more comfort and space.... Stabicraft 1450, actually size of JetSky on trailer but more future .... same money. That you think?

[@Jetcast]

@@EdAndFishing Stabicraft are great boats. But not sure if they are the same price as I have looked at that small side console model but I saw a $50K (AUD) price tag on the water which is about double the price of this ski! . However the topic of this video is "best fishing jetski"- not boat vs jetski. That is a good topic for another video though! I have already had one comment on a social media site telling me I "should just buy a boat"! But that writer doesn't get the entire point of jetski fishing. I used to own a 15 foot boat, and I would never ever dream of crossing any of the local coastal bars in that. :)

[@A-mechanics-review-4U]

Yamaha SUV 1999

[@Jetcast]

Maybe one day Yamaha could surprise us and make a modern/ updated version of the SUV!

[@dobrizarev2598]

Like🐟🍒🇧🇬

[@Jetcast]

Thanks Dobri!