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Hey @SeeingRed32 Thanks for checking out the channel! 34K huh? That's interesting. I know prices of everything are inflated right now. And the cost of these boats have gone up in the last 5 years. But, that's 3K more than I paid brand new! They're pricey boats, but they're awesome. I still love mine. Hey, keep checking out the channel, I'm going to do a 5 year review soon...

@@knockdowncity8976well I got one! I got a great deal on a one owner 2015 with low hours. Garage kept and taken great care of. Not a scratch on the boat!

@@knockdowncity8976well I got one! I got a great deal on a 2015 in mint condition with low hours. Garage kept its whole life, one owner who took meticulous care of it. He’s an older gentleman who had it built and is getting too old to use it anymore. The boat doesn’t have a scratch on it.

@@SeeingRed32 Dude! That’s awesome! A Micro? Or another model? Doesn’t matter, you’re gonna love it. Hit me up and let me know how she rides…

@@knockdowncity8976 yes it’s a micro. 30hp Suzuki, trolling motor, the only thing I plan in changing is the polling platform. I wanna get one with a backrest.

Hey @osulxa Thanks for checking out the channel! This boat handles great solo. Easy on & off the trailer. Poles like a dream. I actually fish more by myself than with someone else. It's great with another person too. But, I love being on the water by myself. It's a good reason to own a boat like the Micro. IDK if you've seen any of my other videos, but this one th-cam.com/video/Pa3anDiP7aY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=AVVj3SkR9hmx25v5 was a good solo day!

Hey @travelnguy2002, Total length from the back of the motor to the very front of the trailer hitch receiver is a little over 22'. The trailer has a collapsable tongue, and I store the boat/trailer in the garage at an angle. I can get in and out of the garage easily. But, it eats up a lot of usable space. Also, I have work benches, cabinets, two bicycles, and a kayak in the garage. I guess I should have measured my garage before answering LOL Maybe I'll do a short video about this. I'll let you know...

@knockdowncity8976 I'm wondering with the motor turned sideways and tongue folded if It would fit. I also have work benches in the garage. Plus a small car. 🤔

LOL Thanks Brotha!

Thanks for checking it out!

Hey @davescheer5038 Yessir! I do still have my Beavertail. And, still loving it! I've been wanting to do a follow-up video after owning it for a few years to show what I like, what I love, and what I would do different. I just haven't done a lot of videos the last couple years. Many reasons for that. None of which are very important LOL Maybe I'll get a chance to do that video soon. Anyway, that's really cool that you're building a project skiff. You'll save a ton of money, and wind up with a boat you can be proud to say you basically built yourself! Drop a message anytime and let me know how the build is going!

@@knockdowncity8976 ,glad to see ya still got the beaver tail, just laminated the transom boards together yesterday,and cut the transom to shape , today I seal coated the transom with diluted resin so the wood could absorb it and went to the fiberglass coatings store and bought more glass materials and putty to install it , hoping the weather holds out ( been to hot or rainy) will try to do it tomorrow, once that transom is in and finished that’s when the fun begins , I’ll start transforming the interior ( that could take a while 😁) it’s going to be a labor of love , 👍🏼. Ya hope to see a follow up video, tight lines my friend! 👍🏼

@@knockdowncity8976, progress report on project nano skiff , well I got around to taking out the old transom and replacing it , the hull had three bench type seats I’m taking out ,front ones out and in process of removing the second and third or back seat re did the bow reinforcement for a new bow eye , be busy trying to get my 1977 15 hp Johnson rebuilt , that was a bit more expensive than planned , I’m in process of trying to find a welding shop to make my polling platform, it will be different than beaver tails design, it’s all coming together , just had a trolling motor mount made yesterday, every time I see a boat like yours it inspires me to get going on it , been catching anything ! 😄👍🏼

@@davescheer5038 Sounds great man. You're going to have such an appreciation for that boat when you're done! It's really cool that you're putting that much work into it. I haven't been able to fish a lot lately, been helping my mom out quite a bit. She's had some health issues the last couple of months. But, it's all good, she's doing pretty well. Got into a big school of Redfish not too long ago, don't know if you saw that video, it's titled Three Trips To Mosquito Lagoon. Caught some nice ones that day! I planned on going tomorrow, looks like 80% chance of rain :^/ We'll se...

@@knockdowncity8976 , hope the mom gets well soon , I need to get going on the project boat before the cool weather sets in as I’m doing everything outside , I even blew it off today and went fish’n for a couple hours got a 22” inch flounder on shrimp , had to put him back season doesn’t open till Dec 1 st 😞 I’ll ck out your other vids 👍🏼😄

Thanks Mate! Yeah, that last day was pretty special!

I've found several places, all North of Playalinda Beach. The Park Rangers are starting to post No Trespassing signs on them now though...

Beavertail Micro Buddy!

I always do! But, for a Weekend Warrior like me, that third day was a special treat! Thanks @skiffmule1959

Awesome! Fastest I’ve run is a little over 28 mph. Feels faster though, in that little boat!

Thank you , I’m also a kayak fisherman , I sold my kayaks and bought a Hobie lynx, it strips down to a board and I strap it to the wall , only weighs 47#

Right on man! You'll love that Mosquito when you get it. But, more important, glad to hear you're getting close to recovering from Ian. Keep the faith brother, you'll get there. You'll get the boat you want.

BRO! Wow man, so good to hear from you Chris!! My e mail is jallen392@cfl.rr.com Hit me up brother. We 'll damn sure go wet a line together!

Hey SnakeBasket, awesome, you're gonna love your BT! Honestly, I haven't really pushed to see how far I can go on a tank. I run to the spots I want to fish, then I'm using the trolling motor, or polling, to get around. I don't think I've gone under a 1/4 tank since I've had the boat! lol Sorry I don't have a better answer than that, but I've never given it a second thought. I stay out all day when I go out, and run a lot of different spots. Range has never been an issue.

@@knockdowncity8976 thanks for the response man! Yea the boat has been amazing we are in love with it. And yea I guess we’ll just figure it out. Actually yesterday ran about 22 mile round trip and used a little less than half the tank so I figure 40-50 mile range. Thanks again dude!

Hey Fishinmagician31, thanks for the comment! I have added a Hummingbird Helix 5 since purchasing the boat. Wasn't sure what I wanted when I made the purchase. Probably should have gone for, at least the Helix 7, (5 is kinda small.) But, I don't really use the fish finder, just the charts, and water depth. I mostly stay on the move, trolling, and sight fishing. I may eventually upgrade though...

@@knockdowncity8976, I have been looking for a new Boat for my son ( he lives in Islamorada, and 1st mate’s on a Viking). He knows that the REAL money to be made is guiding in the Backcountry, and he has spent the last year exploring the backcountry. I thought the Beavertail Micro would be an excellent gift for him in ‘23. 1 last question…. Top speed?

@@Fishinmagician31 That would be a nice gift! The one thing I'll say about the Micro, however is, I wouldn't try to fish with more than two people. It's a small boat, pretty tight. Other than that, it performs very well. Gets in some real skinny water spots too! The fastest I've had mine is just over 28 mph. I think, like .4 or .6, on a calm day, out by myself...

@@knockdowncity8976, Thanks for the advice! Duly noted. Perhaps the Mosquito? Laid out like yours, I would think 37,500.00 for a “lightly loved” 2020 model?? Perhaps that would be the better option in terms him fishing 2 guys and himself. Lastly, your boat is Stunning in its looks/layout. There’s something to said for having the ability to go where 98% of boats can’t.

Hey Biscayne Boy, Man, I really don't remember. I saw your comment/question, and I thought about it, and I have no idea. I got my paperwork out for the entire build, and I have no record of when I placed the order! Sorry, I'm real bad about stuff like that! I'm pretty sure it was only about three months or so from the time I placed the order to the time I took delivery of the boat. I really can't remember though. I did hear that Beavertail was sold recently. I haven't followed up on this but, If so, that could affect everything about the way they did business before. I'm going to look into it...

@@knockdowncity8976 ah ok no worries another thing to take into consideration is that you bought yours pre covid so production probably takes twice as long now due to covid unfortunately but thanks for the info anyways !!

Hey Patrick, they're pricey boats bud. Mine was a little over 30K out the door. And, prices have gone up since. Having said that, check their prices against Hell's Bay, or any other comparable skiff manufacturer, and you'll probably find that they're pretty competitive. Thanks for commenting!

Deathstroke 0331, Thank you! I can tell you 100% the Micro is not made for taking more than two people out for a day of fishing. Maybe two adults and a kid, but even then, it's going to be tight. Absolutely ideal for one or two people. Drafts way skinny, easy to poll with two people, performs great! Yesterday, I went out alone, and actually reached the fastest speed so far: 28.4 mph. My average top speed is probably 25 mph @ 5500 rpm's. Maybe a little less than that with two people on board.

Thanks for the question Andrew! Actually, this month, I've had my boat for 2 years. And, yes, I do still love it! Not gonna lie, there are things I would have done differently, as far as options, personal choices, etc. I have had a couple of minor problems with optional equipment, not the boat itself. I keep saying I'm going to make a follow-up video covering all these things...I've just been lazy about doing it! Hopefully you've motivated me to do just that! Check back with me brother, maybe in the next couple of weeks I'll get a video out covering all the things I mentioned.

@@knockdowncity8976 awesome! Will keep an eye out for it. I’m going in to see them hopefully soon. Looking at the Vengeance.

@@knockdowncity8976 please do make a current review after owning this for a while now, there are practically no videos on the micro on YT.

@@Mr.Stroke0331 Hey bud, I replied to your comment on the other video. I hope I answered your questions. I Do need to make a follow up video on that one. Thanks for holding me accountable, and thanks, so much, for checking out the vids and commenting!

@@knockdowncity8976 appreciated and yes 💯 follow up after long term ownership 👌🏼

Thanks for your critique.

Awesome Tony! Hoping to trailer mine down to Islmorada some day. Love it down there!!

Kishan, thank you! I'm still enjoying my BT almost two years in. As far as my choice of the BT over a Hells Bay, I just felt like I was getting more for my money as far as options go. Hells Bay are great boats! Honestly, I didn't do a dollar for dollar comparison, but I live in the town where Hells Bay boats are made and I know what people are paying for them. Having said that, BT's ain't cheap either! lol I feel like I made the right choice, and I'm super happy with my BT Micro.

@@knockdowncity8976 thank you for replying . Iam considering doing a build also and it is a toss up for me between hells bay and beaver tail. So I was very curious of your opinion . Thank you !!!

Hey Michael! I had this discussion with Jason Parisi, (see comments below.) He asked if the boat is "tippy', I said, not really, blah blah blah, he did a water test and said, "yeah, it's tippy". lol I must say, I have to concede to Mr. Parisi. The Micro is a small boat. Very low profile in the water. When I have another person on the boat, I really notice the boat rocking when someone moves around. When I'm alone, I don't notice it at all. I've surfed my entire adolescent and adult life. And, have been fishing out of a kayak, standing up, for many years. I bounce around that thing like a monkey when I'm by myself. The boat handles light chop surprisingly well. Anything moderate to heavy, you start getting wet. She just sits so low in the water, it's going to happen. Having said that, I've had her out in choppier conditions than I really wanted to be in, took some water over the bow, got pretty wet. But, she plowed through like a champ! When it's glassy, she's sick! Easy to pole, rides nice, dreamy! I have a six cylinder Toyota Tacoma 4X4 now. But, when I purchased the boat I had a 2008 Ford Ranger 4 cyl. 2WD, absolutely no problems pulling the Micro! Sorry for the long winded response. Hope I've helped you out!

@@knockdowncity8976 exactly the amount of wind I was looking for in a reply! Thanks for the information!

Thanks bud. I love it!

Thanks Joe, that's a great question! I'm going to do a video soon, after one year of owning my boat, and I hadn't even thought about that!! I will definitely cover this in my video, for every one else. BUT, since you asked; I do not find them to be redundant at all. I mostly sight fish in Central Florida on the flats, in 2-3 ft. of water. I usually troll to a spot I want to fish, and if I want to stop and fish a spot, I kill the trolling motor and use the Power Pole. If I happen to be trolling, or idling, in deeper water and decide I want to stop and fish, I use the spot lock. I don't even have an anchor on my boat! Probably should get one lol! Also, there are times when I'm polling in water too skinny for my trolling motor, I just push pole up to where I want to be, drop the Power Pole, and fish. Hope this helps. Thanks for checking out the vid! I'll have the one year review video out soon! Tight lines

Thanks Roy! Measuring from the outside of one fender/tire to the outside of the other, which is the widest point, is 71 inches. So, one inch shy of 6 feet.

@UCYwtn3Rm7Dkni8UXAwfcz9g I wouldn't say it's "tippy'" but it is a small boat. So, you know when someone moves around and you're not ready for it! lol I honestly don't plan on taking more than one other person fishing with me. Maybe a kid with a parent and just have two people fishing. It really is a one or two person boat though. The base price for a 2020 Micro is $22K. With all my options, for a 2019, I was a little over $30K. Thanks for checking out the Vid!

KnockdownCity right on!

KnockdownCity what options did you get on it?

@@Xray.71 Basically, everything I show in the video is an option. The way it works is, you pick the model of boat you want, they give you a list of available options, and you build the boat you want. I'll be doing a video in the next few weeks on the options I chose and what I may, or may not do, differently now that I've had the boat for one year.

KnockdownCity right on, I did a water test with one yesterday, it’s tippy but a nice boat. Tough pill to swallow for 30,000.....

free88 Thanks for the comment. You're right about the non-folding back rest. I plan on talking about that in a follow-up video. It is very cumbersome getting gear in and out of the rear compartment with this option. I keep everything I need in small plastic totes but, I still have to put them in and out from the side. BT has a folding back rest but, at my age, the step up to the polling platform is a trade off I'm willing to live with LOL I am, however, dreading the day when I have to get in that compartment to do any work! Also, interesting observation about the deck channels. They haven't hindered or bothered me in any way but, looking at other boat designs, I definitely see your point. Thanks again for your comments. I really do appreciate all thoughts points of view when it comes to design, functionality, etc.

@@knockdowncity8976 Everyone's use is different, so what may be a con to me is not necessarily a con to someone else. Some people will never replace a livewell pump, or bilge pump, etc., down in the bilge area, so its not a con to them to have such difficult access. That's the mechanics problem, not theirs. I only fish salt inshore, and almost exclusively in SWFL. Last boat was a 21 foot bay boat, but got over it. Comfortable, but spooks the fish too much. Fishing now out of a Gheenoe, which is a redfish and snook catching machine. But the comfort features are not there, and its not the most stable and safe boat when you got twin and triple outboard CC's blazing by you. Looking to get in the 16ft/6ft/50-60HP class.

@@KungPowEnterFist Yea, I fish inshore salt water only as well. Here in central East Fl. If you've seen any of my other videos, you know I kayaked for several years. Challenging, and a lot of fun. But, it was time for me to step up my game. And, I definitely know what you mean when it comes to boats swamping you! A Geenoe can be a great boat. They're actually made in the town I live in, Titusville. I know Sam Gheen personally! Good luck in your search for a flats boat. Like me, it sounds like you do your homework and research before making a purchase. Let me know what you decide on!

Thanks Webmasta Dj! Honestly, I kinda knew I was getting the Micro all along after seeing a couple Beavertails and researching them. I checked out other skiffs, (mostly on line or in magazines,) I live near Hell's Bay Boatworks so I've seen a ton of them. Great boats! And, I live in the same town Gheenoes are made. I went with BT for the price, quality of the product, and reputation. There are other great skiffs out there, and, Gheenoe has some really great boats, (probably for a lot less money!) Anyway, good luck in your search for the right boat. Let me know what you decide on. Thanks for checking out my video!

@@knockdowncity8976 I am looking to purchase a Micro now. Would you be open to meeting up so I can take a look at your Micro before I pull the trigger?

@@djpic Yeah man, we can probably make that happen. I'm assuming you live in Central Fl..? Shoot me some contact info at rusallen80@yahoo.com

@@knockdowncity8976 Thanks...I reached out via email.

Thanks for the view/comment CJ! Yeah, minimalistic, but still has some bells and whistles :D

Thanks Ryan! I'm not gonna lie, Beavertail boats are pricy. The base price on the Micro now is like, 22K. By the time you add all the options, (and I didn't mess around lol,) You're spending 30K for boat, motor, and trailer. But, The boat is awesome, brand new, and it's exactly the boat I want! No compromising. No dealing with other people's problems. Thanks for checking out the vid!

Hey dieselfighter06! Yes, for sure, I don't like the Beacon 42 ramp at all. The best place to launch, I think, is Eddy Creek. You can access it from Playalinda Beach, AKA Canaveral National Seashore, near Titusville. The beach is a National Park so it cost about $5 a day to get in. But, it's a great spot to launch a yak. Especially a Hobie. Only gators and manatees to worry about lol. Are you coming to Titusville specifically, or Brevard County? Either way, hit me up when you're down and we'll put you on some fish! Tight lines!!

KnockdownCity awesome thanks!

Hey Paul! I honestly don't know what the range of my boat is. I have wondered about it, but haven't really pushed it to the limit yet. I've run her up and down the river most of the day, but still haven't even gone below a half tank. I pretty much motor to the place, (or places,) I want to fish then I either pole, or troll around. I will say, I think she's pretty fuel efficient. This is something I've wondered myself, and something I should, and will try to figure out. Thanks for the question, I'll let you know what I find out. Tight lines!!

I have had my BT micro (2016 with df30a suzuki with 8 gallon tank) 27 miles and still had a little over a 1/4 tank which is actually about 3.5 gallons left. Range is probably 40 miles in less than 1/2 foot chopping using the tabs.

@@kristenjiminez9155 Awesome! Thanks for commenting.

Thanks bro!

Thanks Victor Kayak! Thank you for the comments, and for checking out the vids!!

Victor kayak Heck yeah bro! Tight lines!!