The Lite Skiff might make kayaks obsolete!

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[@telefunkenyou47]

I don't believe in life vests either. They didn't work on the Titanic.

[@TinyBoatNation]

Lmao

[@ud251]

Great comment! Saved me from watching

[@williamG-s3f]

Costs about 200 bucks for material and production, crazy

[@jackscratch785]

Hypothermia killed those people.

[@migmag_9789]

@@ud251 You must be fun

[@kennyw6932]

If I were 60 years younger, I'd be all over this setup. One thing I really liked was that front motor mount plate and need to find out how to get my hands on one of those. Excellent presentation! .

[@cbwartzart]

Damn, congrats for making it so far, here's to many more years

[@johnkommer2842]

Ya know I am 55yo.and we have modified johnboats and and decked em and foot Controls,blabla since I was a kid,I spent 30yrs as a machinist fabricater and welder,and I can really do anything g I want to,and I have watched u since u have started this chanel and u have come such a long way that it's incredible.Is there things i would do a little different,but thats penny annie bullshit.u have took sum task that would be very difficult unless u was a welder with a shop,but u have simplified it to point that average Joe can do it at home in his garage,and sum of ure finish werk is excellent,to the point that i could learn a few things from you.Bravo from me to u.thx for ure channel

[@aesir0784]

Um ... what did you just puke onto my screen? - ffs... ENGLISH, please...

[@zendean5207]

Do you have a traumatic brain injury? 55 years old and this is how you write? You grew up in the 70s not the Great Depression. Why didn't you attend grade school? And why aren't you ashamed to be illiterate?

[@karenparker7830]

I just bought a two high seater kayak with 2.5h motor. I wanted it for my husband and myself. He is tall and has to sit up high. Not enough storage. This little boat looks perfect for him. This will make a cool trip for the two of us.

[@TinyBoatNation]

Definitely try one out!

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Buy evolution 552 camping cruser

[@KayakDIY]

That skiff is way better deal than most popular pedal kayaks like Hobie! I love it. Been using mine for everything. I haul it in back of truck. I use for bowfishing, diving/spearfishing, flats fishing, bass fishing. Boat has tons of storage. Love the self bailing hull. AutoBoat trolling motor has been awesome because I can easier add GPS motor now to any of my boats.

[@_onesimpleidea]

Hi. Interesting comments. When I was looking at the design, I thought its major drawback was it didn't have any deep floor space for anything large, such as a couple of scuba tanks or similar. Barely has room to put your feet when you sit. Where did you put big equipment?

[@stevec5576]

12 by 42 John boat is 3 times the boat for half the price & twice the room, room for 2 & lots of gear, good for day or week .

[@stevec5576]

Different boats !

[@SethDunbar123]

@@stevec5576I’m on the Chesapeake Bay so can’t have open bow in case I get splashed / swamped but you’re right for flat water

[@great0789]

@@SethDunbar123 Are you in the lower Chesapeake bay by chance??? I am... and REALLY want to see one of these in person. I just finished overhauling a free 5hp 2 stroke and got it running like new now. It needs a home and I need to explore all of this inshore/near shore salt, brackish, and fresh water that I am surrounded by.

[@pulsatingsausageboy2076]

Very cool. If they ever become reasonably priced for what they are I might buy one.

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

Just get an aluminum boat with motor and trolling motor for $2000

[@donovang6911]

I was thinking the same thing... Also, could probably mod an aluminum boat to make half of it a deck. The biggest appeal to me of a fishing kayak for a flat skiff is the ability to stand and fish with ease. @@freshandsaltyjohnny

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

@@donovang6911 my friends brother just got a 17 foot aluminum boat with new engine and new foot trolling motor startup with electronics and trailer cor $1000 just needs to redo the flooring and seating and call it a day. Can stand on it and everything all for $1000. This thing in this video is highly overpriced.

[@ralphholiman7401]

Exactly, it's not going to replace kayaks until they are priced like a kayak. But, they are cool looking.

[@JP-ec9rl]

Good luck! Have you actually priced what's available? A 16 foot basic tracker is five grand, just for a hull.

[@Darth.Grogu.]

$3500.00 for that boat, no thanks, I'd rather get a used bass boat.

[@TinyBoatNation]

If portability is not a factor for how you fish, then a used bass boat totally makes sense.

[@Steve-ev6vx]

When people make this argument I don't understand the point. My used kayak only cost me $75 dollars at a yard sale and it was originally 3 grand.

[@deadmanbasslord3156]

He even said this in the video then you comment exactly what he said 🤣

[@Darth.Grogu.]

​@@deadmanbasslord3156 I didn't stick around to watch the full video, I had some things to do, I can see why some people would want one, just my opinion.

[@jo24pafisher]

@@Steve-ev6vxand? Correct, a used kayak will be cheaper than new, so will a used boat.

[@deadmanbasslord3156]

I can’t believe he was able to get back in so easy with you standing on the deck .. definitely shows how stable that little thing is. Didn’t sway at all it seemed. Awesome

[@nickbarrfishing]

Definitely surprising......super stable!

[@ilikerealmaplesyrup]

This is basically the Diablo Amigo Yak on crack.

[@Black-March]

Him standing on the deck on the other side would've been a massive help in stabilizing it. Other than that, being able to grab further in when you lift yourself out of the water is also a huge help.

[@go_adventuring]

The niche this fills is a budget bass boat for a guy who wants a solo fishing boat that doesn't take up the garage. It's pretty nice. You'd save on storage vs a larger bass boat. Doesn't really replace a kayak for skinny waters--but its definitely a great option to have. I think it would be excellent for solo fishing on larger rivers.

[@DaveMartin-co8et]

I fish along an exposed stretch of Pacific coast. Launches and landings are through surf and I often fish close to wash rocks. I think I'll stick with a kayak.

[@Doctormoriej32]

I have to agree, I don't think this competes with kayaks. Mainly because for kayaks you have multiple propulsion systems like paddle, motor, and pedal drives. Also kayaks can be car topped. This however could go pound for pound agaist other boats that primarily use motors for propulsion.

[@Lokahi-fo-life]

As a older man I think I would like this more than a kayak. I’ve been looking at different kayaks, but I’m not sure how much I’m willing to spend vs usage. I think it’s great someone is filling the gap between kayak and skiff.

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

Just get a Coleman crawdad with couple seats. I got one and it’s super easy to load and unload. You don’t need a trailer if you have a truck it’s such a small boat and it will cost 5x cheaper than this boat.

[@mikepalmer2219]

I had a Nucanoe. Kind of a hybrid kayak thing. It was great. The only downside was the weight of moving it by myself. If I had a trailer for it it would of been no problem at all. Those things are super stable and plenty of room for one person. And seats like a bass boat. If you have not looked into the, check them out. But this thing in the video looks very nice.

[@Lokahi-fo-life]

@@mikepalmer2219 thanks

[@garyhainlinejr1688]

Yeah, an older man whose balance and mobility are probably not the best and probably can't climb back in on their own. Yep, perfect a casket on the water for your grandfather. I would never let a loved one fish from this, and you, however, may not like your in-laws or father. I cherish mine way too much to jeopardize their safety in a plastic toy!

[@WjB_96792]

@lokahi fo life u obviously from hawaii. Not sure if u still live here but this skiff would be next to useless for any ocean use. With its super flat bottom and shallow draft i bet even six inch wind waves would be coming over the rail.

[@WayneTheBoatGuy]

I love that it can work with those wheels! It's a wild little boat.

[@nickbarrfishing]

The Tiny Boat we've all been waiting for LOL

[@stephenbrody2717]

We are not going into the water ! I refuse… 😂 the mix of great information and humor make his channel a must to check out

[@TinyBoatNation]

Much appreciated

[@TinyBoatNation]

*Find the Lite Skiff & Autoboat GPS adapter here:* linktr.ee/tinyboats731 *Store Locations & contact info:* Southeast Shop 5614 HWY 138 SW Oxford, GA 30054 : 404-720-3975 ext: #1 for Chris, or #2 for Ryan Midwest Shop: 309 231 3365 2331 LakeCrest Dr. Pekin, IL 61554 Southwest Kayaks (West Coast) 423 English Vlg, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 [phone]

[@truecrimson1]

I don't know why anyone would give you crap about the stuff you are doing. People have been modding boats for decades to meet their particular needs. You've got some mad skills. I've been messing with yaks for more than 10 years. Nothing on your scale, but all the old basic mods we made before commercial versions were available. You guys did sell me an autoboat on the pre order so I am really looking forward to that on my old Wilderness Ride.

[@CooperJones777]

because: "liberal nanny state" You're welcome. ( and you're 100% right )

[@xenn4985]

Because he keeps talling about killing yaks like anyone gives a shit

[@truecrimson1]

@@xenn4985 Yaks don't die, they multiply. Once you go yak you never go back. ;)

[@southernlineman]

This would be great for toting along the Indian River and dropping in to get past the mangroves and docks. Looks like it could be perfect for "on the way home from work" quick stops.

[@MrSki-tyvm]

Pretty cool for a pound jumper, honest as a retired vet concerned with mid to older fisherman. I really would love to see someone come out with easy to install flip down light weight pontoons. That would be incredible for all small boats and stability.... stability main focus because tenitus (ringing of the ears) drastically effects balance. So some type of flip down rigers/pontoons would be a huge market. They don't even have to be flip down, maybe easier to make a scissor out pontoon kit. I'm already playing with the idea but don't have your resources or network to design a marketable product.

[@Followyourlight420]

You should buy one and mock it up with your idea. It sounds as if you would have a market too.

[@troyelliott5045]

Look for the single man boat one has the pontoons

[@guylaraway6102]

Concerned with appearance? My farrier used a 2x4, two five gallon buckets with lids and some clamps. Carried it inside his canoe. Attached perpendicular to the axis of said boat, buckets on either side, he could stand up and fish with his two grand kids in it. He said it was as stable as a jon boat. Sorry, do not know the length of 2x4s, but under 12 ft for sure.

[@jasonmeyers3423]

Build it and become rich bro 🤑

[@gregucho969]

It's already been built, a split tail kayak whose tail sections scissor out to stabilize the boat for stand up fishing.

[@jameslanning8405]

Down in the southern US, they had boats, called "Tatterchip boats!" Sorta like this, with a wide stable hull, plenty of deck to walk on and space for 'stuff.' Not vary long, or very heavy. But after seeing it once, on a fishing or outdoors TV show, I've never been able to find them again.

[@Augie13]

It's a great idea for some people. There are places where you can't use a motor and where waters are 1 foot deep. You also have to be careful if there are weeds. I wouldn't say it's a kayak killer. It's just another type of boat to use for fishing. We have a pair of Native Slayer 12.5 and they live on a trailer. It's all on what you want. Nothing is going to kill a fishing kayak.

[@jeremyowen1]

Yeah, I'd still rather a pedal yak with my Torqeedo. People will definitely get use out of that though, I agree.

[@vinnylivoti9567]

It is a nice boat and you can see a lot went into making it. My old Bantum Bass tracker from the late 80's had a lot of great features. It had a rod locker, live well. Which I used for storage. I had a bow mounted trolling motor. Had a rear mount for a 5hp outboard. Drink holders a side well to hold other items and a place to mount my fish finder. It was about 9ft. long. I could fit in the back of a 6.5 pickup truck bed with the gate down is did not stick out much at all. Back then is was $500.00. I even had it on lake Champlain in upstate NY and the hudson river. Very stable boat for two people and it had fold down swivle bucket seats.

[@MuahMan]

yeah baby, and they were rotomolded back then. New ones are two pieces glued together. That old bantam was the best, caught more bass out of that thing...

[@RoadLifePursuits]

THis will never make kayak's obsolete...IMO...

[@NordicRick]

I had a Bass Hound 10.2 that was awesome for fishing ponds lakes and rivers. Bought it from Sam's Club several years ago. It had 5 speed forward 3 speed reverse trolling motor. Lights,livewell,fishfinder, 2 seats,rod and drink holders and storage.

[@stevehogan8829]

IOm pretty happy loading my 10.5 foot 106 powered by MinnKota Old Town kayak into my dodge Caravan without a trailer and with the hatch closed.. Would be way m0re stable that that....but I do think it;s a cool light weight option. Good to see how much you like it and good to see how electric outboards and trolling motors are improving, Good for all of us. The seat in my Kayak is a big plus. Way comfortable

[@DLPetterson]

I notice it was tested on glass water lake no wind and no other boats on this lake. Good try I will keep my pedal kayaks. Thanks for the video

[@TinyBoatNation]

It can handle, moderate chop, nothing huge. There wasn’t good lighting when there was chop.

[@tymesho]

I was in Texas/early 80's when I bought a little rig like this. It was called a "Buster Boat". I believe it was one of the first boats made like this. The design compared to this one was primitive. I got it because I had prime access the Trinity, a small lake, and Benbrook Lake. I put a 2HP Suzuki on it, and an old trolling motor someone gave me. My young lab and a cooler made a great day!

[@WoodsandWater72]

I freaking love your videos man. It gives us ”no boat”

[@TinyBoatNation]

Right on!

[@maddocmucmaddocmuc5341]

A boat that continues its journey after you fell overboard without a lifevest seems a brilliant idea. Darwin full speed ahead....

[@catchavibefishin3168]

8:14 most def mobility is what popped out to me . I wouldn’t bring two folks seeing as I’m a giant but for solo missions this is sick

[@ralbro6223]

Thanks, Im old and its too small but 30 years ago we did this with small aluminum boats for windy mountain lakes, the flat deck covered all but the rear troller position I put a removable post seat in the front. These days the lakes I fish are catch and release and clear deep water, drones are now cheaper than fish finders

[@MrPat1953]

This is exactly what I've been looking for... great job guys!

[@TinyBoatNation]

Glad it helped!

[@mikemchugh949]

Man I see a few negative comments. My opinion, I absolutely love it. I didn't really see the big kayak craze. They're just not enough. I would absolutely buy one of your boats.

[@wouldntyouliketoknow8451]

I have a Nucanoe Unlimited and it is very similar but remains a true kayak/canoe so you can truly take advantage of the skinny water draft. A mud motor can be placed on either but they require alot of maintenance since they are air cooled. I prefer the Unlimited because you can paddle effectively when crossing expansive oyster flats or shoals.

[@TismFishing]

Looking into one of these, I think they are pretty cool.

[@wouldntyouliketoknow8451]

@TismFishing I recommend trying one out if you can. It works for me because I need a tandem set up to take my wife. Also we are both pretty small in size. I am about 150lbs and she is only 115lbs. Also check out the autopilot 120 and other kayaks with trolling motor attachment points. All in on it to get it fully GUCCI for effective fishing I'm probably $2500 all in and the kayak itself was $1800. I car topped it for the past few years but recently got a trailer. If you have any shoulder or back issues then car topping is Def not good. I love it though and have caught a lot of fish on it.

[@TismFishing]

@@wouldntyouliketoknow8451 yeah I have a bigwater 132 now and it’s really good. Just want to be able to trim the seat and the possibility of going tandem or adding a small air cooled engine.

[@wouldntyouliketoknow8451]

@TismFishing Sounds like a nucanoe could be a nice upgrade. One thing to note is that there isn't really any storage since it's all an open deck layout but they have gear management accessories. The base price is 1.8k but as you add on it Def turns into a 2.5k or even 3k kayak. Still better than a boat! I run a trolling motor because I like fishing stealthy.

[@Hatchet-wy3vn]

Sorry guys, it is not a yak killer. There will never really be a yak killer. When you can take your boat, lift it over your head, chuck it on top of your vehicle and be able to paddle it around, then you will have something to crow about.

[@38possum]

Im definitely not or have ever been a Kayak person they turn over easy. Helped a man in a Kayak turn over from a wake of a careless boater that kept on going. I think this boat here would be you're advertising is very nice. I like pond jumping time to time where you can't launch a boat! This seems to bethe best option for a old dude like me that hates dragging a 10 ft aluminum boat to do so. Thanks for sharing. Guess that's a home built trailer.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

miñi tug béter

[@blessedvetoutdoors]

Man I'm not hoimg to lie this is pretty awesome. For what you get compared to high end pedal drives, this puppy is a ripper!

[@tbone6924]

clickbait title I know, but yeah, the appeal of kayaking for most of us is super portability (no need for a trailer) and the ability to launch pretty much anywhere, and no need to worry about fuel or batteries....so "tiny boats" will always have their own niche, but will not "make kayaks obsolete"

[@TinyBoatNation]

You don’t speak for all kayakers. A lot of people with those mega kayaks have to trailer it or something, just like this boat.

[@tbone6924]

@@TinyBoatNation Very true...I never claimed to speak for "all kayakers". However, "mega kayakers" are a small niche audience, and my point holds that for most of us, kayaks fill a role that a tiny boat can never meet. This is not a hate comment....these boats are really cool, just saying that the assertion they are a kayak killer is kind of silly.

[@HookedOnAngling]

This looks amazing. Can’t wait to see how you kit it out.

[@jerrynordland2019]

One more test I'd like to see: One of my concern with kayaks is their tendency to turn turtle. It's not bad enough that you get wet, BUT every dang thing you tucked away is now in the water and most of it sinks - fast. And we all know the gear we've collected is worth somewhere close to the boat we're riding. The stowage on this Lite boat looks good but, please, do a Dump Test to see how good the stock boat is, Thanks

[@xarrow81]

The one thing it's missing is a comfortable chair like the big main kayaks brands

[@TinyBoatNation]

You can add a chair to the back

[@zigmiaiglesias5239]

Yes I thought the same 👍🏼

[@reaversix2798]

@@TinyBoatNation How so? I dont see that option on the website.

[@BeauTylerMakesMusic]

6:20 - longest Michael Bay sequence ever. 😂 kidding. Good video.

[@OppositeOfTheLeft]

$3500 is steep for a boat when there is a comparable sized kayak for less than $2500 that includes a “trolling” motor.

[@mmancino1982]

Which one? Only one I'm aware of that has a tm included is the Old Town autopilot which starts about $3k

[@Howie_fish]

​@@mmancino1982 I'm looking at the Ascend 133x. It's 2500 comes with xi3 trolling with spot lock. Saltwater rated according to website

[@PennyPusher]

Yea, the price of this thing is absolutely over priced.

[@ricks_life2046]

Yeah that's to much. It's nice yes, but most people can't afford things like this. A $200 kayak would make us normal people happy lol would be nice if people thought about people who can't afford nice things, and not just money.

[@thomasbrooks7668]

This makes sense for people who don’t have tow rigs for bass boats

[@Munky332]

3500 for a rotomolded plastic boat? Nah, you're out of your mind.

[@mmancino1982]

Have you seen the kayaks? $3500 is about par for a nice fishing kayak. Hobie with foot drive get over $5k

[@Munky332]

@@mmancino1982 I'm not paying that either? There's plenty of ~$1000 kayaks that literally do the same thing, or, also for about 1k you could easily get into a new jon boat. There's plenty of skiffs out there again, for that 1k price tag. Like, this thing would be competing with 3waters Big Fish 120. I dunno about you, but if I'm spending 3500+ I'm not spending it on an over glorified kayak. Hell, even the Big Fish 108 is what, $1700? And this is the problem, its a super niche market already, and putting a premium product price tag on it, when its competing against so many amazing boats that are 1/3rd the cost... How about the Ascend 133? This thing isn't better enough to justify that price tag That's not to shit on the thing, I think its a cool, but it really looks like they didn't look at the market data on what is actually going to sell? I'm sure there will be people who buy it, but if they wanted to target the largest market I'd venture a guess that the 1000-1700 range would have been a better area. Hell, for the same price I could have THREE yaks. or even outfit a a fully loaded 14ft Jon and a yak, and then just choose whichever one I feel like bringing out.

[@mmancino1982]

@@Munky332 nice writeup. Don't really care. The kayaks you're talking about just aren't in the same league as the higher end kayaks. There's a reason you hear about Hobie and old town all the time and most people have never heard of a Big Fish. A Civic and a Corvette are both cars but you're not comparing them.

[@MarkBrighton-nb8je]

If you could attach two of these temporarily side by side ,you would really have something!! 😮😊😊

[@luster5497]

If you could mount collapsible side panels that slide out for more walking space and better stability for when you’re on the water then it’s worth.

[@luster5497]

@ClickOnProfile107 The gift of getting bot scam on KZbin???

[@catchavibefishin3168]

14:49 this thing is perfect for what I need . Some don’t have storage for a full size bass boat for one and second reason . I don’t have to be sitting in a kayak . Would much rather use this than a kayak any day of the week

[@Adam-wv1ho]

I came to watch a lite skiff ad and ended up watching a auto boat ad

[@TinyBoatNation]

You didn’t watch the whole video

[@TheHemiphil81]

I build boats for a living. 25 plus years and I gotta say this is a simple pretty cool little boat.

[@manny4491]

This is going to put a hurtin on Solo Skiff!

[@TinyBoatNation]

I always hated those things.

[@getore100]

Im 66 years old. Stability would still be a concern. Also, it would be great if they could somehow come up with a seat to fish from the front. Sun Dolphin had the Pro 120 a couple of years ago that was essentially a mini bass boat with live well and built in ice chest and storage compartments and had a forward and back casting platform with seats. It was considerably wider as well.The factory burnt down but they are making them again towards the end of this year.

[@christianmorriswilliams7072]

So the only thing that this boat can compare to is a nucanoe frontier 12 or the unlimited. If you can make a comparison. This boat is 3500. The nucanoe is 1600 to 1800. Weight for this boat is 300. Nucanoe is 650. All the same things can be put on both boats. Seems like nucanoe will come out on top. Just my opinion.

[@TinyBoatNation]

The NewCanoe frontier looks pretty basic. It's just another large kayak. The USCG rates boats differently than it does for kayaks. If you put them head to head on the water, the Frontier 12 would lose overwhelmingly.

[@nickbarrfishing]

As the owner of a NuCanoe Frontier 12 that I love, these are apples to oranges in comparison. The NuCanoe is amazing in its class as a big sit on top kayak. The Lite Skiff is a legit boat hull than can handle chop with a transom that can handle a real motor. The NuCanoe is maxed at 3hp and I definitely am not going out in rough water under full throttle.

[@UWPcustombaits]

I have owned numerous kayak and boats of all sizes over the years and my nucanoe unlimited has been my absolute favorite. Especially if you utilize their eps system. The unlimited just fits my needs overall vs. This only thing going for its more horsepower capable. No horse power its a floating Lifetime tool shed.

[@kevinmcconnell9905]

I used to have a basstender. Similar to this , 11-4 long but had a wider beam and a tri hull. Unbeleivablely stable with 2 men. Had all of the stowage like this but with normal pedestal seats. To bad they don't make them anymore

[@J_G_Romero_1973]

I’m gonna just wait about a year and buy one used for half the price including all the bells and whistles! 😅 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@knuckledragger2412]

Let's face it, all the people that are mad in the comments spent a lot of money on their fishing kayak. Including me.... That little boat is pretty bad ass.

[@TinyBoatNation]

lmao

[@Tackletuesdayfishing]

Thing is badass, cost as much as a high end kayak.

[@markwarren3535]

I get your comment about portability. As well, many smaller bass creeks in the south can't be navigated with a used bass boat. But I get it, you'll never get Skeeter McWifebeater to come off his fantasy of a bassmaster trophy.

[@TinyBoatNation]

Lol that’s classic.

[@totallynotthebillcollector]

😅 Yeah a lot of guys tear up high end bass boats on my local lake just to lose to the toothless local with an aluminum v hull

[@SoundEff3ct]

I’ll buy a kayak for 200$ …

[@low-keyobserver8539]

$200 and with a seat.

[@jordangomez5646]

Facts

[@425.]

It will be very unstable good luck..

[@mattlo7978]

$200 where? 😂

[@NATO-SOCOM]

Wow I want one so bad lol . A lot of people are saying these are too expensive and hating on them .. but you have to admit they are really amazing. I would just say there in a different class than a kayak, but wow they look so fun

[@jlansdale536]

This would be great for multiple day camping trips on a large lake or river trip or back bay trip because it has so much storage. My concern is paddling in really shallow water. Otherwise, i was really blown away. My first choice is the Ascend 133x because of storage capacity but this might be better. Also, what about mounting a removeable kayak seat on that back hatch for added comfort?

[@common-sense-is-dead]

It would be great on a big lake until the wind picked and you were faced with 12"-18" waves.

[@tedsell1455]

Push pole in Shallow water

[@anothersomebody8195]

​@@common-sense-is-deaddon't most people in small boats check the weather? I don't lake fish in 15mph winds.

[@common-sense-is-dead]

@anothersomebody8195 What do you consider a small boat? I regularly fish big lakes in 15-20 mph winds in an 18' Lund.

[@common-sense-is-dead]

@anothersomebody8195 Plus I'm not a fair weather fisherman, if they're biting I'm on the lake. The only weather that keeps me of a lake is lightning.

[@skunk12]

Like Kramer from the Sienfeld TV show, Richard gives off that "weird friend" vibe. Everyone needs a weird friend. 🙂

[@omarmartinez7277]

i love this design, i can see some interesting options for this down the line. is there more details of the manufacturing of them?

[@K162KingPin]

It would be pretty easy to build some outriggers that plug into the wheel brackets on the sides to add a LOT of extra stability while only adding a tiny amount of additional weight and drag. I would make this out of a 4 ft piece of 4" PVC pipe with a cap on both ends. For attaching it to the boat I'd probably go with galvanized steel electrical conduit. Its light, strong, inexpensive, and rust resistant.

[@TinyBoatNation]

That is actually a really good idea.

[@fairwind8222]

One person tent or bivy on deck, then it’s a yacht

[@manbearpig9234]

That boat looks pretty good to take my two dogs with me around the lake and just chill for the day.

[@dougmccracken4833]

You can always use 3 inch PVC pipe on both sides as potation devices are by pontoons around rivers

[@garrettgrant2988]

These boats are cool and definitely have a good market out there for them. I wouldn't call them a kayak killer. Each have their own advantages and disadvantages that come with them. This thing would be neat to have for pond hopping for sure!!

[@mranoraks5860]

I have a bass boat but my big fish 103 pedal kayak is so much fun ,sometimes i put the trolling motor on. you can get into alot of places a boat can't ,you can just drag it to were ever you dont need a trailer .no need for a boat ramp ,theres a lot of pluses but some times the bass boat or the pontoon is awesome to. Just depends what you want to do and were you live.

[@RyanMcIntyre]

This boat is so sick and you’re already making it tons better 👍

[@FingerStink420]

You must not know because you called it a boat. Lol It's about equal to a kids toy. I gave it to my 5 year daughter and she said her J16 is a real boat and this a toy boat for shallow ponds. She has a center console Carolina Skiff J16. Anyone that owns one of these boats and thinks it's that great has never own a boat before. When you buy this and tell everyone it's an awesome boat, you are lying to yourself and trying to make people think you had a nice boat when you had something barely a little more than a raft.

[@RyanMcIntyre]

@@FingerStink420 Damn lol not a fan okay. Got a video explaining everything?

[@jenniferstewarts4851]

I wouldn't mind to see something like this with a Cuddy Cabin option. a lightweight, molded, plastic cabin that you could mount on the front of the boat. thats about 7' long, with a door, 3 windows, and maybe a solar panel or 2 on top. Go boating for the day, beach, or tie up, then rather then try and set up a tent, especially in area's where you aren't allowed to tent camp... slide into the cabin, open the windows, and sleep... Also if you get something like a heavy rain storm or such, you can beach tie off and have a place to hide out the storm. perfect for a single person boat/trips... then you can just remove the cabin part and turn it back to a dedicated fishing boat.

[@RagtimeBillyPeaches]

The lengths you've gone to. That's one cool boat!

[@dave8456]

Great video about the skiff. These small boats might fit the application for certain people. I like all sort of different boats. But this one is not for me, not that I can see. I have 7 kayaks and one 16' bass boat. I would just stick with my bass boat. It's a little wider and way more stable. Never no problem with launching it. Good Application: Small boats like this work super great, when you pull campers. You can transport the boat up over the cab of the vehicle.

[@StumpkillerCP]

That's a boat. I have a boat AND kayaks. There will always be applications that favor kayaks. Portaging around shallow rocky rapids, portaging to lakes without ramps, cartopping when towing a camper, paddling for exercise, tiny lakes that don't allow mechanical propulsion, etc.

[@toddlong8672]

Yeah, right. That looks great for white water, and coastal touring

[@tonyabsoluteam3456]

a boat is a tool, just like a car. or hammer and pencil. I was looking at it to use it more than just as a skiff for a bigger boat. pretty much anywhere you can take a canoe, this would fulfill that type of role but way more practical. it appears that this is a lot easier to get in and out of when in the water versus a canoe. and if you've ever tried to climb back into a canoe after you jumped in the drink, you understand what I mean. especially if you're out there by yourself! it's almost impossible to get back into a canoe and will most likely swamp out, unless of course my stupid ass is doing something wrong in that regard.

[@Damonkeyspanda]

Haters…..I think it’s cool, man. Been a fan of TB nation for a minute. I like the idea and option. It IS a massive money dump and pain in the ass to build out a yak killer and I appreciate you guys bringing a pre molded, ready to go to the market. Just a bit too much for me but I hope people are buying the hell out of these things.

[@RaulCPena]

Ok this just might replace my NuCanue I use for Duck Hunting

[@the1bulldurham]

Now put propulsion from a jet ski in it. That would be awesome in river backwaters.

[@raymondjohnson6496]

That 15hp pushing it good oh awesome

[@bobjohnson7207]

I first Kayak in 1966. Having been in the best in the ocean. Id take the Skiff anyday. Ny favorite boat fir fishing us a 8'Walker Bay. People ask me why I catch the biggest Rainbow Trout every year. The Walker Bay is one of them . Plastic boats are quite.

[@bilybmr]

I can't believe you made it back alive!

[@jademayer4995]

The only thing I can see is coming up with a better seat or seating option, something with a back. After a long day on the water you want something you can lean back in or something. A bracket or mounting system for a seat like you get in some kayaks, removable folding seat or something.

[@TinyBoatNation]

Look up stadium seats

[@jademayer4995]

@@TinyBoatNation That would be great 👍🏼. I was definitely thinking something like that would work, or something like my seat in my ascend kayak, could engineer a little track like system for the little peg like knobs that hold it in place

[@hawaiiangunner]

This thing looks great for diving. It does need ama just so that it's more stable and doesn't flip over in the rough water

[@PackAddict]

That looks like the scariest boat ride ever! I don't think I would take this out on any day over mph winds! Looks fun as hell though!

[@narr0wm1nd49]

There are slots either side of both the aft and rear deck hatches. It looks like they would be well big enough to accept a seat frame bracket. How about fabricating some seat mounts where a large tube slots onto the aft starboard space or either side in the front. Then a smaller tube inside which then would act like a hinge where the seating brackets are attached to the inner tube. Then have the other side of the seating bracket fall into the other open side. In the aft the seat would open toward starboard and the lid would open to port as it does. In the bow it could open either way. With some line to keep the seat from flopping all the way over you could flip the seats over and stand on the decks or open the hatches. It would be a great seat mod that would only sacrifice the weight of the seat and brackets but none of the features of the boat.

[@TinyBoatNation]

Good point. I will do this.

[@narr0wm1nd49]

@@TinyBoatNation sell them on your site and I might buy it

[@Ruteger100]

These are not new by any means. We had a Sportiac" back in the 60 s a small plastic tender that could handle a small outboard. Oars of course and came with a set of lee boards and a small but workable gaff rigged sail. My family used that boat until the 80's so versatile. I remember my older brother made a small frame mounted on skateboard wheels and sailed the boat down the street and back. now that's versatile

[@alanmartinez45]

About the transom... For a bigger engine you need a solid transom to avoid the flex that allows the screws to come loose, there are some high density 2part foams that would probably do the trick for that 15... Without filling the transom with something no matter the hardware and the aluminum plate it will fail...

[@OddBallPerformance]

This skiff is grossly underrated in it's capacity. A Hammerhead Kayak's Great White model is damn near the same size as this skiff (A bit smaller) and it is rated for 600lbs.

[@wannabeangler]

That's a phenomenal price! I wonder how capable it is when there are larger swells and waves as compared to the bathtub of a lake you are in.

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Great little boat cheers from 2 Canadians living in Mexico ✌🏽

[@phils6733]

This is awesome! I have a pelican bass raider 10e nxt costed me 699 if this was 1200$ I would buy 1…but it’s a bit too pricey but I can also see why, very well thought out

[@JeffBuonassisi]

Now i want to sell my kayak this thing looks awesome.

[@jameslanning8405]

I'm sure that the 300 Lb. limit, is more of a suggestion. A recommendation. The more weight, maybe it becomes more topheavy, and maybe easier to turn over. "Maybe."

[@jameshooker5939]

You should see all the storage on my 1960 mirror craft 12'

[@austin_trulove]

You definitely have to put some poles on the back of that thing. Maybe upgrade the transom too. Can't wait to see what you gave in store for this thing 🔥

[@TinyBoatNation]

That's the plan!

[@0xKruzr]

I love that disclaimer up front, lol. ETA: man my main issue with the way most of these are set up is I *HATE* tillers. I wish someone made a cable-steer motor mount for motors up to a certain safe weight/size. I had to hack together my own out of the midsection of a busted gas motor from a junkyard.

[@TinyBoatNation]

A consule is a waste of space

[@adamchicoski5284]

What about a stick steer boats, some gheeno have them

[@0xKruzr]

@@TinyBoatNation not for me, I don't even fish 😂 I use my Pond Prowler 8 as a tender for my pontoon.

[@ryanphillips5688]

The only problem i have with this is a kayak is still way less maintenance and effort to take fishing. This thing is in another class of its own. But also kayaks today have evolved to the point of floating Cadillacs so maybe its for you if you like a 3k kayak to begin with.

[@RafaeldeOliveira]

BADASSS best video on the lite skiff !!!! Love it!

[@TinyBoatNation]

Glad you liked it!!

[@GringoCurt]

This would be the perfect spear fishing boat! With it, you could catch monsters down here in Drake Bay, Costa Rica. If you can get it down here then I'll happily send you home with some action that would truly advertise this craft's potential. And we've got plenty of local millionaires, and a billionaire, that would be very interested in a boat that checks all their boxes. Great job fellas!

[@crc1785]

My Xi3 is a piece of junk. It occasionally loses its compass calibration and starts wildly spinning my boat in circles. I haven’t lost anybody overboard yet, but it’s caused a fair share of busted shins.

[@Grumppy1973]

Yeah the price made it obsolete for me....😒

[@josue1996jc]

to be honest, someone from the departmen of defense should take a look a this to make it a base for stealth boats, just imagine an agent laying on that thing with an Electric motor, a cover to make it hard to spot and some ammo for and extration mission, 1.5 hour from the main boat to harbor, more than enough space for 2 and some cargo.