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Top 5 fishing boat upgrades including double graph mount, rod holder, retractable tie-downs, cup holder, and corner caddy to improve comfort, safety, and efficiency on the water.

5 Fishing Boat Upgrades That Make You the Guy Everyone Wants to Fish With

Key Takeaways Small, strategic boat upgrades can transform your fishing boat into a more professional, comfortable, and efficient setup that everyone enjoys riding in. A Heavy Duty Double Graph Mount stabilizes your electronics, improving sonar accuracy and making your fishing workflow smoother. Proper rod storage using a secure 6-rod holder...
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How to properly glue a D-ring on an inflatable boat, raft, or skiff

How to Properly Glue D-Ring on Your Inflatable Boat, Raft, or Skiff

Key Takeaways Attachment points are essential for inflatable boats, rafts, and skiffs. They provide reliable spots for securing gear, towing lines, anchors, and safety ropes, enhancing both safety and functionality. Proper installation is critical. Choosing the right placement, cleaning and sanding the surfaces, and using a compatible marine-grade adhesive ensures...
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Boat transom installation on a small fishing vessel, featuring clean lines and secure motor mounting on a durable transom structure.

Plastic vs Aluminum Boat Transoms: Which Is Better?

Key Takeaways The transom is a critical structural component of any small fishing boat or jon boat, supporting the outboard motor and absorbing wave and engine stress. Aluminum transoms offer unmatched strength, rigidity, and corrosion resistance—ideal for high-performance builds or boats used in rough water. Plastic and composite transoms are...
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A customized Pond Prowler 10 fishing boat with aluminum framing, mounted trolling motor, rod lockers, and foam decking, docked by the water and fully rigged for angling.

Pond Prowler 10 Transformation: Turn Your Plastic Boat into the Ultimate Fishing Rig

Key Takeaways The Pond Prowler 10 is a popular, affordable plastic boat ideal for anglers seeking a lightweight and customizable fishing platform. With smart Pond Prowler modifications like adding an aluminum frame, decking, and safe wiring, this plastic jon boat can be transformed into a stable, fully rigged plastic bass...
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Overhead view of a professionally modified jon boat deck featuring integrated plastic lids used as functional hatch covers, illustrating an innovative and cost-effective DIY upgrade.

How a Simple Plastic Lid Can Transform Your Jon Boat Deck

Key Takeaways Plastic lids are a lightweight, water-resistant, and affordable alternative to traditional marine materials, making them ideal for upgrades on plastic jon boats and other small boats. They provide exceptional versatility and can be used as access hatches, deck panels, storage covers, or enclosures for batteries and wiring. Easy...
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