Tell ya what buddy if your catching fish believe me the guys across the lake in there 60,000 boat are not having no more fun than you are great video...
They will be next weekend when they take that 60k boat 200km off shore and catch sport fish :p but hey, as long as it floats and you can fish and you can afford it then that's still a win.
Bang. Nail. Head. The queen can sit on a gold and diamond encrusted bog for all I give a shit but a bucket does the same job and you can guarantee her shit smells as bad as anyone else's.
I actually respect people with simple little rigs like this more than others at the boat ramp. Over the years I’ve went from a 12ft to a 14ft and then a 16ft side console by working on boats and selling them for just a little profit each time. You start with what’s cheap/easily attainable and work your way up. I don’t see the guys in 12 ft Jon boats as poor, I see them as myself just a few years ago. Loved your video about the Honda Fourtrax and love your philosophy as well. 👍🏻
Man you did great. I gave a thousand dollars for my first 14 ft. 1962 aluminum 14 48 60. Crestliner. & I fixed it up to catfish out of. Got a rod rack on back. Running lites. 2 batteries. Good for troll motor. 2 6 gal tanks. 2 anchors. Tie off ropes lead rope. Switch box. Sonar. You name it. Ready to go. Spent 4 years working on it. & I wouldn't take 10 grand for it. A. Really good boat. Very solid stable.rigg. ruggedly built for endurance for the long haul. Can't beat it. Body style wise. Looks a little like yours !
I have a 1976 14' fiberglass boat (Jon Dory) that I picked up in 1992 with a trailer for $300 from an estate sale. Looking in the local penny saver (way before any internet purchasing sites) I picked up a 1987 8HP Mariner outboard for $400. That is 27 years ago. That boat and motor is still going strong I use it for fishing in a lake in Western Mass. Last year I picked up an electric trolling motor from some one who just wanted it out of the garage. One battery later that is now on the boat. This boat has given my family and I many years of fun on the water. Now my grandchildren are enjoying it. Lots of luck with your new find. Good fishing and tight lines.
Good for you man. My first boat was also a $300.00 boat. It darn near killed me a couple of times, lol, but I made a lot of memories in that boat, and that is what its all about.
I’ve recently got back into fishing, and man it’s gotta be one of the best hobbies to done on a budget. Got my dads old waders for free, waterproofing cost 20 bucks ( they were full of holes.) then a used rod was 20 bucks, then a box for 5, and hooks and suck for another 10. 55 bucks and that’s all I’ve spent all summer.
You;re absolutely right. I got a beat up old 14' aluminum boat and trailer for $50. I had to spend some money to make it work since it had a small hole in it and the wood seats and transom were completely rotted. A little plywood, some spar varnish and some time and I had a useable boat. I shopped around and found a 6hp motor for $400 and bought a 55lb trolling motor for it. I was out fishing with my wife and daughter and having a great time. Unfortunately, as my family has grown the boat quickly got overloaded and we needed something bigger. So right now I'm working on rebuilding a 1985 Sea Nymph FM161 16.5" side console fishing boat. I got it with motor and trailer for $1,350 and I'm doing the refurbishment during the winter so it will be ready when the ice thaws in the spring. Refurbishment consists of new floors, new foam (old foam was waterlogged and full of mold), new wiring, new plumbing for the livewell and new lights for the trailer. Plus I can buy stuff as I can afford it. When I'm done I'll have a boat that will be as good as new and will have spent no more than $3,500 for it. Not to mention it will be better than when it rolled off the factory floor and will last me for decades. Compared to a similar brand new boat that costs between $16,000 and $19,000 depending on options, I'd say I'm not doing too bad.
I bought my first boat yesterday 1960 Montgomery Ward Sea King. Came with a trailer, boat and Trolling Motor. Im excited to customize it to my liking and hit the water! I was never really an outdoorsy type of guy but I discovered that I really enjoy spending time doing new things. I saw this boat on the marketplace and I immediately sent an offer. Really looking forward to spending some time in the water both fishing and just cruising..thanks for the video since some of us are on a budget..this encourages some of us to not be ashamed or embarrassed to start off somewhere budget friendly and not buy a $20k boat lol.
I like you attitude and zest for life. Just bought a 14' Mirrow Craft built in 1981. Was in this guys barn for several years and just covered with a nasty layer of pigeon droppings. He dropped (ha, ha) price and I took the boat home and pressure washed it. She cleaned up very nicely. Still a work in progress but looking really good.
Nice rig there, and nice video. I came across a 2.2 Merc outboard with self contained tank (figured to use it to get where I was going, then use a trolling motor). Didn't even know if that motor was a runner, or a piece of junk. But the guy at the pawn shop that I bought it from asaured me that it would run because the owner selling it assured him. For $125.00 I was almost willing to take the risk. We negotiated and he gave up his sales commission so I got it for $100.00 flat. Took it home and dropped it into a 55gal drum. Cranked a few times, and she fired up and luckily the impeller worked just fine. Only two things I found wrong were the cracked fuel line ($1.00 from a Napa dealer's bulk pull out box), and the spark plug boot was so wasted that it wouldn't stay on too long while running. Got a good boot from a neighbor who switched out his truck plug wire set, for free. Looked around for a trolling motor, couldn't find any real bargains, but knew that 30lb thrust would be plenty enough for a 12 foot boat. Shopped for a new one at major fishing outlets - Cabela's, Bass Pro, etc., and decided on the most economical model at 30lb thrust range and got it for $99. So now I haad a motor but no boat (similar to your venture), but also had a trollong motor. My fishing buddy had a 12' V bottom that we fished out of regularly for over 2 years. He had a small cash windfall and said he planmed on getting a Tracker aluminum in the near future and was leaning toward the 25th anniversary Tracker model with special financing and a minimum down. I asked what he was going to do with the aluminum 12 foot he had and he said, "$200???" I said that would be cool if it had a trailer to go with it. He agreed and threw in a trailer with 12" rims/new tires, and a pair of spare rims with used tires. I agreed to buy it but only if I could make payments and he was to hold it until it was paid in full, THEN sign the title over (I had been screwed over several times in my dealings, and didn't want him to get what I got in the past). He agreed. I gave him $50 down and was looking for ways to come up with extra cash until he mentioned that he was looking for a specific rod length/action in carbon. We mulled around the idea of a custom build (I build custom rods for everything from Bluegill to Blue Marlin), so once I knew what he wanted for sure, I figured it all up and I could get the blank, all the components, and finish, for the price of the balance due, and just not make any profit on the build. He agreed to that proposal. I was turning out cedar topwater lures, spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, cranks, poppers, chuggers, spooks, walkers, frogs, crawlers, and other styles, and a few rods to sell for the extra cash to pay for the rod components when I came across a $159.00 Skeet Reese 100% carbon in the exact action/power/length/and guide layout that he wanted. I mentioned I could get that rod for him, and not feel bad about spending multiple hours and days building a rod for basically no profit. He agreed that it would be a good choice if he were out shopping for one. So, that was the deal. $100.00 for the Mercury, $100.00 for the BPS trolling motor, $50.00 down and a $159.00 carbon rod, which he told me later was his new favorite (from a crowd of around 20 Bass specific rods). Basically a $400.00 rig. Of course, now I added cleats, anchor stays, anchors, rod holders on the transom, new submersible trailer lights and a wire harness, a screw jack to the tongue, transom tiedowns, new webbed winch line and hook, etc. Planning on some swivel seats (those aluminum benches are murder after 2 hours), and maybe a second battery, fish locator, 1 spot light, etc., and possible nav lights in case I go topwater for Bass at night, which is the biggest thrill of bass fishing to me. Check out BonafideBassn' on TH-cam and you'll see us fishing in the boats I've mentioned here, and several of my lures we field tested on our outings. I'm usually in the front of the 12' V bottom and in the rear of the Tracker.
Thanks for sharing your experience! Love hearing stories of other people’s budget boats. Also I recently posted a video of the trailer I recently added to the setup.
Man, you're just so awesome and pure. Your family is lucky to have you and I wish you all the best in life. I hope you'll have your dream boat one day.
Almost got a kayak... then i thought that just completely defeats the purpose of getting into fishing again... was to go out with my kiddos... u hit all the points i had that were stopping me... "looking at things that were too expensive, looking embarrassed bringing it out.." ur right tho. At the end of the day ill be out there with my kids (and possibly wife). This is literally the best video ive seen during my 3 years of thinking about getting a boat. Thanks.
I love the video! I was inspired and I had an old 1954 Johnson 5.5 sitting around so I fixed it up and I bought a $40.00 Jon Boat with 2 holes. Now I’m going to get a trolling motor and now I’m able to fish from a boat. Lastly it’s a 10ft Jon Boat so I don’t need a trailer I can put it on top of my car. Never going back.
The $20,000 boat comes with a bunch of expensive headaches. I have a 14 foot aluminum boat and wouldn't trade it for any other rig. Besides..... the fish don't care what boat you are in. Great finds and way better than fishing from shore.
I fish out of my 1966 13 ft Boston whaler and love it to this day , owned her for 18 years now and I will keep her forever. I’m in the process of a total restoration to make her look better then new
I picked up a old free v bottom aluminum boat with a 10 HP motor .got the motor going and have caught so many fish with my boat ....since then I have bought a used elec . Trolling motor too .... Good times in my boat for sure !!
Exactly !!! I perty much have the situation you are putting out. I had bigger boats but maintenance cost alot more and also more gas. I have a 15' 1967 Gregor with a new Honda 15hp o/b... We are loving it, we been on the every weekend since I purchased it. And the 3gallon gas last at least 3 trips.....
That’s fantastic. After a couple seasons with the boat I wish I had a 15 or 20hp but were still chugging along and enjoying the opportunity to be on the water.
Those $20,000 boats can't compete with the satisfaction of finding a deal like that and making core memories with the family. I just picked up a 1968 Apache 10ft flat bottom for $100...found it in the county classifieds. The gentleman had it hanging in his barn since 1999. It was covered in bird droppings, but it power washed real nice. My father in law gave my son an older Minn Kota (not sure if it works yet) and a co-worker gave me an old Garmin Echo fish finder. I can't wait to see if it all works out. That squeal of excitement ya'll heard yesterday was my son when he saw me pull in the drive with the boat in the truck. He had no idea I went to get it. Should be a nice project for us to work on.
This summer I bought a $150 4 meter boat and a $400 15 hp 4-stroke motor. It's not in the water yet, have some fixing an building to do but when I'm finished I'll will have my dream boat for probably under $1000.
Sounds like your blessed, I know we are here in KY. We camp, fish, hunt and enjoy what the good Lord has blessed us with. Enjoy your time with your family now because they grow up quick.
I originally thought it was a N pike, but upon closer inspection the pattern on its body is different, but the pickerel is in the same family as the pike. Check out the pictures at this link and notice the “chain” pattern on the chain pickerel.
YES, it looks just like mine.you and I would get along great. I got a 14 ft Crestliner boat and trailer for 1 hr labor.then I saw a Craigslist ad for a 9.9 hp Chrysler motor for 100.00. So your right on everything you said.
You are right amigo !!! We are verry happy my family and me with 1966 Oachita aluminum boat with 15 hp outboard . You make good video , blessing to you and your family . :)
I'm trying to find a 1436 jon boat with a small trolling motor I can load in my truck bed and get on the water in. This video felt really inspirational!
Ethan Abbott you got this. My 1st boat I ever owned was a little 10 foot flat bottom boat. I loved that thing. I later traded it to a guy wanting a smaller boat than he had. I traded him my 10ft flat bottom for his 12ft V hull. I had to sell it for financial reasons. we just the other day bought a replacement
@@yendor1232 since commenting ive actually changed and decided I want to buy an inflatable and add a deck and trolling motor. Crazy how things change. Very cool story maybe one day I'll trade up a homemade inflatable bass fishing for a jon boat!
i love your boat story,, in 1997 I found a 14 ft v bottom 1980 boat,, had a 1974 Evinrude motor on it,, worst looking trailer ive ever seem,, does have a small leak in it,, I still use this boat,, same motor,, same trailer,, I do keep a coffee can in it to dip the water out,, have caught and still catching fish out of it,, will give the boat to my grandson,,, when the time comes
The modern spin is these 2 HP super smooth air cooled Chinese 4 cycles. Don't get a 2 cycle. Your (Alumacraft ?) Is beautiful. Keeping the tail end light like a 23 LB 4 stroke, is golden. I bought one. TK 144FC, similar to the Hangkai. They are often marketed as 4 HP. Nope, 2. About $300 or sometimes less. GoMaxind .
You and your family are having just as much fun regardless of how much it cost. Your baby is going to have many many memories!! Be patient vacancy things will come if you work very hard and save your money
U really opened my eyes to what's important, I have a little 12 ft klamath but have always wanted a bigger boat but cant afford it, thanks for the eye opener to be grateful for what I have, u have a good heart bud, dont lose it
Thanks for your kind comment. It sure is easier to want bigger and better, but really we need to focus on being thankful for what we have and making memories.
Nice. I kept mine for about 3 years and then our family started growing and so we upgraded to a bigger boat. Still an old boat that we bought on a budget but we gained a lot of space.
I like him... yes it's all family matter... love it, enjoy with family... doesn't matter how much how cheap the boat look at the boat ramp... I love when he saying that.... I bought my 12" old boat too but yes it's more than $100 ... I'm not lucky as him lol..., I build it, I fixed it, it's my really first boat ... but I hope I can finish it the Sumer coming up 2021... I save more money to buy a motor.... and yes my Son and me can get out there .... I cant wait.... but $$ is my problem right now but I still have time... by the way... I don't write comments a lot but.... thanks for your time to make this vid... and you have a beautiful wife and kid... good luck and much happiness .... 👍👍
My boat is a 16' Starcraft Al with a 50 HP Mercury. I have had it 8 years now and use it literally all the time. Where I'm at in NE PA on my local lake most of the boats are far more elaborate than mine and sometimes I think I wish I had a bigger, faster boat. But the thing is I have no boat debt and no debt of any kind actually and so yeah it's nothing spectacular but I'm not a slave to it either. If I put my boat up for the winter properly then in the spring it starts right up but if I get lazy then it takes quite a bit of time to get it sorted out in the spring. I have taught myself how to work on the motor so generally maybe a hundred bux a year for misc. parts and supplies and every other year a new boat cover. This year I put new tires on the trailer and new hub bearings and will put on new trailer lights in a few weeks, but that would be a cost item on any trailer big or small. I appreciate the message of this youtube and agree in life simple is better just go out and have fun don't worry about what you have compared to the next guy and note that most families in the USA have no savings or emergency fund money so assume that every other boater is on the jagged edge with their personal finances. Boats are a luxury item even a plastic canoe with have a price tag. I have started keeping a UL fishing pole in my car and stop on my way home from work and do a few casts from the bank, simple and enjoyable and even there on my local creek I run into fish snobs who thumb their nose at guys with spinning reels but I'm not spending a grand on a fly pole just to be cool.
Thanks for sharing your story. I totally understand about wanting a bigger boat. As a matter of fact our family has grown and I have been saving money for a bigger boat and just a few weeks ago picked up something a little bigger, but still relatively budget friendly.
Very cool video. I appreciate the kind of spirit you bring to us. Def need more people to like you to inspire people to not be afraid to just go and try. Good stuff, man. God Bless.
Thank you so much for your kind words! The subscribers are coming along a little slower than I would like, but I’m thankful for every person who has subscribed and watches my attempt to document my love for the outdoors despite my limited budget.
Wow that's insane. I recently bought my first jon boat. $800 14ft flat bottom jon with a trailer that needs a new wiring harness and came with two old trolling motors. Crazy the price jump boats have in some areas and times and everything.
Yup, I’ve got a little 14’ v-Hull I paid $320 for about 15 years ago. I ran a 1965 evinrude 9.5 until last year. My brother needed a motor, so I gave it to him (runs great) and bought myself a tohatsu 9.8 when I retired. I’ve fixed my cheap little boat up over the years and it’s awesome. I fish mostly for crappie. 9 times out of 10, I outfish the guys with their ‘small penis big motor’ guys in their 40k boats.
Never embarrassed man I rock my 300$ fiberglass boat at the boar launch! Love your video man keep it up! I’m Also I’m looking for a Cheap motor myself to add to my little troller
Im only 13 and have barely been on boat even though I used to live in Florida now I moved to wisconsin (before moving never had fished fresh water) I decided to buy a 400 dollar boat and is it pretty hell no but it runs great and my friends and me really enjoyed it until covid19 now I just take my brother dad grama and mom out thx u for telling everyone u don't need to be rich to fish and have fun on a boat
Just got a 12ft Jon boat with a 5hp Coleman outboard. Love it just need to get more comfortable with it...... And remember sunscreen...... Need to remember sun screen
When it comes to the boat itself, there isnt a ton to go wrong. Of course they can leak, but that can be fixed a number of ways. When it comes to the motor you can run into problems, but the truth is the old motors, especially evinrudes, seem to be built like tanks. It's also a great way to learn to do your own repairs if necessary!
Those older evinrudes are almost indestructible. If you haven't already, I'd stock up on carb kits and impellers for the water pump. Having worked on boat motors for awhile, these parts are getting difficult to find. Thermostat and the rollers for the throttle linkage would be another that would be good to have onhand. Stay away from Ethanol use stabil not the offbrands and avoid any purple colored 2stroke oil blue is the way to go.
Thanks for all the tips. This past summer I ended up upgrading boats. I have a four stroke now. Not sure if it will be as reliable as those old two strikes, but boy is it smooth and quiet.
On a budget !! It has different meanings to people ! I’m like you and just because it cost more don’t make it catch more ! I buy and sell boats and motors and trailers here in Minnesota ( Land of 10,000 lakes ) and find them inexpensive, a 14’ boat $100 , a 10hp outboard $30 and a trailer $150 ! I repair and collect outboards as a hobby so it usually costs me $50 to completely service one . And I sell them for around $500 ( just add water ) or a serviced outboard for between $200 - $700 depending on age and size . So anyone can do it !
@@TheBudgetSportsman I personally like the 10hp because it’s a bit lighter and plenty of torque, it will push a 12’ boat with duck hunting gear about 15 mph and that’s plenty for me ! Lol
Thank you for the inspiration you provided via this video. I would have not known how possible it is to own a boat until I watched this video. Because of this video over a year ago I went on a journey to purchase an affordable bay boat (I live near the gulf). I found a nice, no leaks 16ft jon boat/trailer. I have recently acquired a 28 SPL Evinrude outboard (1994 Model Year) and got it running smoothly. My wife and I have enjoyed many fishing trips out on the bay. My boat does the job and was very affordable (both under 2K). Again thank you for sharing your boat purchasing experience, because of your video I am now a boat owner.
I have been looking at aluminum row boats for like $100 and I was thinking about literally throwing it on top of my van and using oars. That’s my budget at the moment but at least I’ll be on the water 🤣 Great video!
I have a 500 boat that needs a little bit of work but am excited about it and to get my daughter out on the lake. It has a 4 hp engine and a trailer but the engine is unknown if it works but came with a gas tank I need to buy seats and check the engine out soon.
Great video. I am also a budget boater/fisherman/everything else. I just can't see wasting hard money on "shiny toys" when something less expensive and practical will work just as well. In 2015, when my wife agreed to me getting a real boat (I had a 10.5 ft plastic pontoon boat), I also did the Craig's List thing. I found a 1979 Tidecraft 15 ft bass boat, with a 1979 70 hp motor, and a 1979 trailer, all for $800. Everything needed work!!! But I spent the winter and spring rehabbing all three items. I absolutely love the results and consider it a blessing for all the things I learned to do in the process. It may not be the prettiest thing on the lake, but it takes me where I want to go. And isn't that what a fishing boat is; a platform for you to stand on while fishing any part of the lake that you want to fish?
My little 14' boat gets subbed at the launch pretty often. Almost always out fish the haters too LOL, shallow draft and small trolling motor can sneak right up without spooking fish.
Great video man. You have the right mentality about getting out on the water. I''ve got a 14ft Zodiac inflatable with a 25hp 2 stroke mercury. I've been looking at aluminum boats next year , but here in Nashville I've seen all kinds of boat riggs I never criticized another man's rigg I always say if that rigg does what he wants it to do that's all that matters. Safe boating to you and the family.
Most fishermen know that what you ride around in the lake doesn't have any part of your fishing catch. I've caught fish in row boats and canoes! Great video, thanks!
My wife and I just bought a 12 foot aluminium boat, the trailor, oars, seats and trolling motor for $600. We looked at boats with similar setups and they were going for around $1500 +. She's not a fancy boat but she will get us out to the fish
You literally bought the same boat I was looking at. I asked the guy about it and a day later it was sold! Such a small world! Glad to see someone is using it like I would of.
@@TheBudgetSportsman I am now fortunate enough to have a newer Crestliner Vision. Seeing we are somewhat in the same area maybe I will see you out on the water someday! happy and safe boating!
@@TheBudgetSportsman Raystown is a very nice lake. Im up north so I fish the finger lakes a lot but I am planning a trip to the Allegheny Reservoir this year with the wife and kid.
You Rock and thanks for letting people know they can do this with a little hard work and ingenuity. Very Inspirational. I am cancelling my bass boat order today.
I've fished from the banks of the lakes and rivers my whole life & I'd like a boat. I need one under 10 foot that I can haul in my Chevy S10 and it would have to have an electric motor. Two of the lakes in my area only allow electric motors or paddles, no gas.
I’m 82 years old and your video gave me the incentive to start fishing again.
Thanks and good luck to you and your family, Dan
Thank you Dan, be safe out there and enjoy many more years of fishing.
Tell ya what buddy if your catching fish believe me the guys across the lake in there 60,000 boat are not having no more fun than you are great video...
Thanks for watching! I’m having a blast in my budget boat.
They will be next weekend when they take that 60k boat 200km off shore and catch sport fish :p but hey, as long as it floats and you can fish and you can afford it then that's still a win.
Kýn Gaming idk about that lol
Bang. Nail. Head. The queen can sit on a gold and diamond encrusted bog for all I give a shit but a bucket does the same job and you can guarantee her shit smells as bad as anyone else's.
They sure look good going down the road and fishing on the water in that $60,000 boat, Believe ME.😂😂😂
Yo I’m only like 10 seconds into this vid and I already like this guy
Thanks :) glad you enjoyed the first 10 seconds. Hope you enjoyed the rest as well!
Really seems like a decent human being, right?
Lol ikr!! Instant subscribe
Same here! I subbed in 10 seconds
Not gonna lie I have watched this video 5 times at the least just from the pure fact of how positive this guy is. Love your videos dude!
Thank You! I’m not always this positive but I do try to keep a positive outlook!
Great message and video. You're right, it's about getting out and enjoying life - not waiting until everything is perfect.
We miss out on a lot waiting for “perfect.” It usually never comes.
I must say, I agree and I’m happy I found this channel.
I actually respect people with simple little rigs like this more than others at the boat ramp. Over the years I’ve went from a 12ft to a 14ft and then a 16ft side console by working on boats and selling them for just a little profit each time. You start with what’s cheap/easily attainable and work your way up. I don’t see the guys in 12 ft Jon boats as poor, I see them as myself just a few years ago. Loved your video about the Honda Fourtrax and love your philosophy as well. 👍🏻
Thank you. I sure appreciate you watching and taking time to leave a comment.
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Man you did great. I gave a thousand dollars for my first 14 ft. 1962 aluminum 14 48 60. Crestliner. & I fixed it up to catfish out of. Got a rod rack on back. Running lites. 2 batteries. Good for troll motor. 2 6 gal tanks. 2 anchors. Tie off ropes lead rope. Switch box. Sonar. You name it. Ready to go. Spent 4 years working on it. & I wouldn't take 10 grand for it. A. Really good boat. Very solid stable.rigg. ruggedly built for endurance for the long haul. Can't beat it. Body style wise. Looks a little like yours !
That’s awesome. Sounds like you got a great deal as well. I have since sold this boat to buy something a little bigger for my family.
I have a 1976 14' fiberglass boat (Jon Dory) that I picked up in 1992 with a trailer for $300 from an estate sale. Looking in the local penny saver (way before any internet purchasing sites) I picked up a 1987 8HP Mariner outboard for $400. That is 27 years ago. That boat and motor is still going strong I use it for fishing in a lake in Western Mass. Last year I picked up an electric trolling motor from some one who just wanted it out of the garage. One battery later that is now on the boat. This boat has given my family and I many years of fun on the water. Now my grandchildren are enjoying it. Lots of luck with your new find. Good fishing and tight lines.
That’s awesome. Thanks for sharing. Hopefully our family gets as much enjoyment from our boat as you have from yours!
Great message you don't need a big dollar boat to enjoy your passion for the water.
Good for you man. My first boat was also a $300.00 boat. It darn near killed me a couple of times, lol, but I made a lot of memories in that boat, and that is what its all about.
Making memories is awesome…though I’m not such a fan of memories that involved almost dying 😂
Great video! Great wisdom to stay within your budget and still go fishing- the fish don’t care how much you spent to catch them 😂
Haha. So true!
I’ve recently got back into fishing, and man it’s gotta be one of the best hobbies to done on a budget. Got my dads old waders for free, waterproofing cost 20 bucks ( they were full of holes.) then a used rod was 20 bucks, then a box for 5, and hooks and suck for another 10. 55 bucks and that’s all I’ve spent all summer.
That’s awesome!! Don’t have to spend a lot to have a lot of fun.
the music made this the most inspiring thing I've ever seen in my entire life
You;re absolutely right.
I got a beat up old 14' aluminum boat and trailer for $50. I had to spend some money to make it work since it had a small hole in it and the wood seats and transom were completely rotted. A little plywood, some spar varnish and some time and I had a useable boat. I shopped around and found a 6hp motor for $400 and bought a 55lb trolling motor for it. I was out fishing with my wife and daughter and having a great time.
Unfortunately, as my family has grown the boat quickly got overloaded and we needed something bigger. So right now I'm working on rebuilding a 1985 Sea Nymph FM161 16.5" side console fishing boat. I got it with motor and trailer for $1,350 and I'm doing the refurbishment during the winter so it will be ready when the ice thaws in the spring. Refurbishment consists of new floors, new foam (old foam was waterlogged and full of mold), new wiring, new plumbing for the livewell and new lights for the trailer. Plus I can buy stuff as I can afford it. When I'm done I'll have a boat that will be as good as new and will have spent no more than $3,500 for it. Not to mention it will be better than when it rolled off the factory floor and will last me for decades.
Compared to a similar brand new boat that costs between $16,000 and $19,000 depending on options, I'd say I'm not doing too bad.
Fantastic. Sounds like your doing great. Thanks for sharing your story!
I bought my first boat yesterday 1960 Montgomery Ward Sea King.
Came with a trailer, boat and Trolling Motor. Im excited to customize it to my liking and hit the water! I was never really an outdoorsy type of guy but I discovered that I really enjoy spending time doing new things.
I saw this boat on the marketplace and I immediately sent an offer.
Really looking forward to spending some time in the water both fishing and just cruising..thanks for the video since some of us are on a budget..this encourages some of us to not be ashamed or embarrassed to start off somewhere budget friendly and not buy a $20k boat lol.
That's awesome. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have enjoyed my boat. The outdoors is a wonderful place to be.
I like you attitude and zest for life. Just bought a 14' Mirrow Craft built in 1981. Was in this guys barn for several years and just covered with a nasty layer of pigeon droppings. He dropped (ha, ha) price and I took the boat home and pressure washed it. She cleaned up very nicely. Still a work in progress but looking really good.
Awesome. Thanks for sharing your story!
Nice rig there, and nice video. I came across a 2.2 Merc outboard with self contained tank (figured to use it to get where I was going, then use a trolling motor). Didn't even know if that motor was a runner, or a piece of junk. But the guy at the pawn shop that I bought it from asaured me that it would run because the owner selling it assured him. For $125.00 I was almost willing to take the risk. We negotiated and he gave up his sales commission so I got it for $100.00 flat. Took it home and dropped it into a 55gal drum. Cranked a few times, and she fired up and luckily the impeller worked just fine. Only two things I found wrong were the cracked fuel line ($1.00 from a Napa dealer's bulk pull out box), and the spark plug boot was so wasted that it wouldn't stay on too long while running. Got a good boot from a neighbor who switched out his truck plug wire set, for free. Looked around for a trolling motor, couldn't find any real bargains, but knew that 30lb thrust would be plenty enough for a 12 foot boat. Shopped for a new one at major fishing outlets - Cabela's, Bass Pro, etc., and decided on the most economical model at 30lb thrust range and got it for $99. So now I haad a motor but no boat (similar to your venture), but also had a trollong motor. My fishing buddy had a 12' V bottom that we fished out of regularly for over 2 years. He had a small cash windfall and said he planmed on getting a Tracker aluminum in the near future and was leaning toward the 25th anniversary Tracker model with special financing and a minimum down. I asked what he was going to do with the aluminum 12 foot he had and he said, "$200???" I said that would be cool if it had a trailer to go with it. He agreed and threw in a trailer with 12" rims/new tires, and a pair of spare rims with used tires. I agreed to buy it but only if I could make payments and he was to hold it until it was paid in full, THEN sign the title over (I had been screwed over several times in my dealings, and didn't want him to get what I got in the past). He agreed. I gave him $50 down and was looking for ways to come up with extra cash until he mentioned that he was looking for a specific rod length/action in carbon. We mulled around the idea of a custom build (I build custom rods for everything from Bluegill to Blue Marlin), so once I knew what he wanted for sure, I figured it all up and I could get the blank, all the components, and finish, for the price of the balance due, and just not make any profit on the build. He agreed to that proposal. I was turning out cedar topwater lures, spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, cranks, poppers, chuggers, spooks, walkers, frogs, crawlers, and other styles, and a few rods to sell for the extra cash to pay for the rod components when I came across a $159.00 Skeet Reese 100% carbon in the exact action/power/length/and guide layout that he wanted. I mentioned I could get that rod for him, and not feel bad about spending multiple hours and days building a rod for basically no profit. He agreed that it would be a good choice if he were out shopping for one. So, that was the deal. $100.00 for the Mercury, $100.00 for the BPS trolling motor, $50.00 down and a $159.00 carbon rod, which he told me later was his new favorite (from a crowd of around 20 Bass specific rods). Basically a $400.00 rig. Of course, now I added cleats, anchor stays, anchors, rod holders on the transom, new submersible trailer lights and a wire harness, a screw jack to the tongue, transom tiedowns, new webbed winch line and hook, etc. Planning on some swivel seats (those aluminum benches are murder after 2 hours), and maybe a second battery, fish locator, 1 spot light, etc., and possible nav lights in case I go topwater for Bass at night, which is the biggest thrill of bass fishing to me. Check out BonafideBassn' on TH-cam and you'll see us fishing in the boats I've mentioned here, and several of my lures we field tested on our outings. I'm usually in the front of the 12' V bottom and in the rear of the Tracker.
Thanks for sharing your experience! Love hearing stories of other people’s budget boats. Also I recently posted a video of the trailer I recently added to the setup.
Man, you're just so awesome and pure. Your family is lucky to have you and I wish you all the best in life. I hope you'll have your dream boat one day.
Thanks you. You are very kind.
Almost got a kayak... then i thought that just completely defeats the purpose of getting into fishing again... was to go out with my kiddos... u hit all the points i had that were stopping me... "looking at things that were too expensive, looking embarrassed bringing it out.." ur right tho. At the end of the day ill be out there with my kids (and possibly wife). This is literally the best video ive seen during my 3 years of thinking about getting a boat. Thanks.
Awesome! Good luck on your boat buying journey.
I love the video! I was inspired and I had an old 1954 Johnson 5.5 sitting around so I fixed it up and I bought a $40.00 Jon Boat with 2 holes. Now I’m going to get a trolling motor and now I’m able to fish from a boat. Lastly it’s a 10ft Jon Boat so I don’t need a trailer I can put it on top of my car. Never going back.
That’s awesome! Happy fishing and thanks for watching.
The $20,000 boat comes with a bunch of expensive headaches. I have a 14 foot aluminum boat and wouldn't trade it for any other rig. Besides..... the fish don't care what boat you are in. Great finds and way better than fishing from shore.
Our family sure had been enjoying our little boat. We’ve made some great memories.
I fish out of my 1966 13 ft Boston whaler and love it to this day , owned her for 18 years now and I will keep her forever. I’m in the process of a total restoration to make her look better then new
Thanks for sharing your story. Good luck on the restoration!
I love the fact that you said to buy what you can afford. It was a nice gut check moment for me.
Awesome. Hope you find the perfect boat for what you need!
I picked up a old free v bottom aluminum boat with a 10 HP motor .got the motor going and have caught so many fish with my boat ....since then I have bought a used elec . Trolling motor too .... Good times in my boat for sure !!
Thats awesome. Thanks for sharing.
5 years later I just bought my first 12 ft v hull for $50!! I'm just now seeing this video and I'm loving the content brother 💪
$50! Awesome. I’m sure the memories you’ll make will be priceless.
@@TheBudgetSportsman Yes sir! Thank you for responding!
I'm liking your positive energy. Thanks for this.
Exactly !!!
I perty much have the situation you are putting out. I had bigger boats but maintenance cost alot more and also more gas. I have a 15' 1967 Gregor with a new Honda 15hp o/b... We are loving it, we been on the every weekend since I purchased it. And the 3gallon gas last at least 3 trips.....
That’s fantastic. After a couple seasons with the boat I wish I had a 15 or 20hp but were still chugging along and enjoying the opportunity to be on the water.
Those $20,000 boats can't compete with the satisfaction of finding a deal like that and making core memories with the family. I just picked up a 1968 Apache 10ft flat bottom for $100...found it in the county classifieds. The gentleman had it hanging in his barn since 1999. It was covered in bird droppings, but it power washed real nice. My father in law gave my son an older Minn Kota (not sure if it works yet) and a co-worker gave me an old Garmin Echo fish finder. I can't wait to see if it all works out. That squeal of excitement ya'll heard yesterday was my son when he saw me pull in the drive with the boat in the truck. He had no idea I went to get it. Should be a nice project for us to work on.
That’s awesome! Your story about your son squealing made my day. We’ve made many memories on our boat as I’m sure you will on yours.
This summer I bought a $150 4 meter boat and a $400 15 hp 4-stroke motor. It's not in the water yet, have some fixing an building to do but when I'm finished I'll will have my dream boat for probably under $1000.
That’s awesome!
Sounds like your blessed, I know we are here in KY. We camp, fish, hunt and enjoy what the good Lord has blessed us with. Enjoy your time with your family now because they grow up quick.
I am so blessed. Thanks for watching.
Just gettting outside is what is all about! Great philosophy.
Thanks!!
If you have a family, you'll make more memories in that small wooden boat more than a $20K boat! There's an Allen Jackson song about it. Good video!
We’ve made a bunch of memories already that’s for sure.
I have a 1966 Mitchell v Hull that rides great & can take up to a 30 hp engine. Love the old stuff.
Sounds great! I keep looking for an upgraded motor, but haven't stumbled across the right deal yet.
In Canada , pickerel are what we call Walleye. The fish you showed looked like a Northern Pike. Keep on having fun!
I originally thought it was a N pike, but upon closer inspection the pattern on its body is different, but the pickerel is in the same family as the pike.
Check out the pictures at this link and notice the “chain” pattern on the chain pickerel.
All ya need is to get out on the water. It doesn’t take 30K. Your perspective is fantastic brother!
Thanks Chad!
YES, it looks just like mine.you and I would get along great. I got a 14 ft Crestliner boat and trailer for 1 hr labor.then I saw a Craigslist ad for a 9.9 hp Chrysler motor for 100.00. So your right on everything you said.
Wow! Sounds like a steal of a deal!
You are right amigo !!! We are verry happy my family and me with 1966 Oachita aluminum boat with 15 hp outboard . You make good video , blessing to you and your family . :)
Thank you Jose!!
My boat is from the 50s and I love my little Jon boat so your totally right
It’s got its quirks but it gets me on the water at a price I could afford!
I'm trying to find a 1436 jon boat with a small trolling motor I can load in my truck bed and get on the water in. This video felt really inspirational!
I hope you find just what you are looking for!
Ethan Abbott you got this.
My 1st boat I ever owned was a little 10 foot flat bottom boat. I loved that thing.
I later traded it to a guy wanting a smaller boat than he had.
I traded him my 10ft flat bottom for his 12ft V hull.
I had to sell it for financial reasons. we just the other day bought a replacement
@@yendor1232 since commenting ive actually changed and decided I want to buy an inflatable and add a deck and trolling motor. Crazy how things change. Very cool story maybe one day I'll trade up a homemade inflatable bass fishing for a jon boat!
Smart guy, don't get more than you can afford. Just getting out there fishing is the important part!
This might be the first time anyone has ever called me smart 😂
But seriously thanks for your kind comment.
I want to go out fishing and have a small boat too. It definitely would make memories and be a lot of.
Good luck. I hope you find just the right thing
i love your boat story,, in 1997 I found a 14 ft v bottom 1980 boat,, had a 1974 Evinrude motor on it,, worst looking trailer ive ever seem,, does have a small leak in it,, I still use this boat,, same motor,, same trailer,, I do keep a coffee can in it to dip the water out,, have caught and still catching fish out of it,, will give the boat to my grandson,,, when the time comes
Thanks for sharing your story. I can totally relate to the coffee can :)
Can't agree with you anymore. Great message, thank you.
Thanks for watching!
The modern spin is these 2 HP super smooth air cooled Chinese 4 cycles. Don't get a 2 cycle. Your (Alumacraft ?) Is beautiful. Keeping the tail end light like a 23 LB 4 stroke, is golden. I bought one. TK 144FC, similar to the Hangkai. They are often marketed as 4 HP. Nope, 2. About $300 or sometimes less. GoMaxind .
You and your family are having just as much fun regardless of how much it cost. Your baby is going to have many many memories!! Be patient vacancy things will come if you work very hard and save your money
I'm sorry I miss spelled fancy. I don't know what I was thinking. Oh and for the wonderful video
Thanks! You are so true.
U really opened my eyes to what's important, I have a little 12 ft klamath but have always wanted a bigger boat but cant afford it, thanks for the eye opener to be grateful for what I have, u have a good heart bud, dont lose it
Thanks for your kind comment. It sure is easier to want bigger and better, but really we need to focus on being thankful for what we have and making memories.
You spending family time is the most important aspect of this video in my opinion.
Absolutely
World would be alot better place with more people like you dude.
Thanks for those kind words. Any good in me is a result of God, and His word the Bible.
Thank you so much for this video! As a broke college student it really hits home for me 😌
Your welcome. Thanks for watching
Great video that’s how I started and now 20 years later still have the same boat
Nice. I kept mine for about 3 years and then our family started growing and so we upgraded to a bigger boat. Still an old boat that we bought on a budget but we gained a lot of space.
I like him... yes it's all family matter... love it, enjoy with family... doesn't matter how much how cheap the boat look at the boat ramp... I love when he saying that.... I bought my 12" old boat too but yes it's more than $100 ... I'm not lucky as him lol..., I build it, I fixed it, it's my really first boat ... but I hope I can finish it the Sumer coming up 2021... I save more money to buy a motor.... and yes my Son and me can get out there .... I cant wait.... but $$ is my problem right now but I still have time... by the way... I don't write comments a lot but.... thanks for your time to make this vid... and you have a beautiful wife and kid... good luck and much happiness .... 👍👍
Thank you for watching and for your kind comments!
My boat is a 16' Starcraft Al with a 50 HP Mercury. I have had it 8 years now and use it literally all the time. Where I'm at in NE PA on my local lake most of the boats are far more elaborate than mine and sometimes I think I wish I had a bigger, faster boat. But the thing is I have no boat debt and no debt of any kind actually and so yeah it's nothing spectacular but I'm not a slave to it either.
If I put my boat up for the winter properly then in the spring it starts right up but if I get lazy then it takes quite a bit of time to get it sorted out in the spring. I have taught myself how to work on the motor so generally maybe a hundred bux a year for misc. parts and supplies and every other year a new boat cover. This year I put new tires on the trailer and new hub bearings and will put on new trailer lights in a few weeks, but that would be a cost item on any trailer big or small.
I appreciate the message of this youtube and agree in life simple is better just go out and have fun don't worry about what you have compared to the next guy and note that most families in the USA have no savings or emergency fund money so assume that every other boater is on the jagged edge with their personal finances. Boats are a luxury item even a plastic canoe with have a price tag.
I have started keeping a UL fishing pole in my car and stop on my way home from work and do a few casts from the bank, simple and enjoyable and even there on my local creek I run into fish snobs who thumb their nose at guys with spinning reels but I'm not spending a grand on a fly pole just to be cool.
Thanks for sharing your story. I totally understand about wanting a bigger boat. As a matter of fact our family has grown and I have been saving money for a bigger boat and just a few weeks ago picked up something a little bigger, but still relatively budget friendly.
This can do attitude earned you a subscriber. Looking forward to more from you!
Very cool video. I appreciate the kind of spirit you bring to us. Def need more people to like you to inspire people to not be afraid to just go and try. Good stuff, man. God Bless.
Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it!
keep up the good work I can tell you’re going to hit Thousand subscribers really soon
Thank you so much for your kind words! The subscribers are coming along a little slower than I would like, but I’m thankful for every person who has subscribed and watches my attempt to document my love for the outdoors despite my limited budget.
Probably one of the most relatable TH-camrs. God bless.
Thank you for your kind words.
Wow that's insane. I recently bought my first jon boat. $800 14ft flat bottom jon with a trailer that needs a new wiring harness and came with two old trolling motors. Crazy the price jump boats have in some areas and times and everything.
This video was made pre-covid. Prices really changed during those years.
Totally!
Yup, I’ve got a little 14’ v-Hull I paid $320 for about 15 years ago. I ran a 1965 evinrude 9.5 until last year. My brother needed a motor, so I gave it to him (runs great) and bought myself a tohatsu 9.8 when I retired. I’ve fixed my cheap little boat up over the years and it’s awesome.
I fish mostly for crappie. 9 times out of 10, I outfish the guys with their ‘small penis big motor’ guys in their 40k boats.
Never embarrassed man I rock my 300$ fiberglass boat at the boar launch! Love your video man keep it up! I’m Also I’m looking for a Cheap motor myself to add to my little troller
Thanks. Hope you find just the motor your looking for!
Im only 13 and have barely been on boat even though I used to live in Florida now I moved to wisconsin (before moving never had fished fresh water) I decided to buy a 400 dollar boat and is it pretty hell no but it runs great and my friends and me really enjoyed it until covid19 now I just take my brother dad grama and mom out thx u for telling everyone u don't need to be rich to fish and have fun on a boat
Thanks for sharing. Enjoy all of those family fishing trips!
Just got a 12ft Jon boat with a 5hp Coleman outboard. Love it just need to get more comfortable with it...... And remember sunscreen...... Need to remember sun screen
Haha. Don’t forget the sunscreen.
I like it! Zero payments!!
No payments for me!!! Thanks for watching!!!
Yessss. This is exactly the experience I want 🤞🙏🤞🙏🤞🙏🤞 Just so nervous to buy someone elses nightmare.
When it comes to the boat itself, there isnt a ton to go wrong. Of course they can leak, but that can be fixed a number of ways. When it comes to the motor you can run into problems, but the truth is the old motors, especially evinrudes, seem to be built like tanks. It's also a great way to learn to do your own repairs if necessary!
Those older evinrudes are almost indestructible. If you haven't already, I'd stock up on carb kits and impellers for the water pump. Having worked on boat motors for awhile, these parts are getting difficult to find. Thermostat and the rollers for the throttle linkage would be another that would be good to have onhand. Stay away from Ethanol use stabil not the offbrands and avoid any purple colored 2stroke oil blue is the way to go.
Thanks for all the tips. This past summer I ended up upgrading boats. I have a four stroke now. Not sure if it will be as reliable as those old two strikes, but boy is it smooth and quiet.
This was so inspirational and I loved it! Thank you so much! I smiled so much and felt good!
Thanks for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed!
Just think of 50 years ago. People caught fish in lesser boats. They ate just fine too. You doing great Lol!
So true. Thanks for watching.
good stuff man, thank you for sharing with us your Journey and presentation!!
My pleasure!
Nice old boats crestlinners...mines 1961 16 foot Crestlinner...with 1963 white 50 hp Merc..on a 1963 trailer...and..The cabin boat as well.
Very nice. Thanks for sharing.
I'm in the exact same process you went through but haven't found that budget boat yet but I will.
Good luck! I am sure you will find just the right thing if you are patient!
I love your way of thinking!!!! God bless you and your family...Tight Lines brother!!!!
Thanks for watching and for your kind comment.
Positive vibes bruh I love it
On a budget !! It has different meanings to people ! I’m like you and just because it cost more don’t make it catch more ! I buy and sell boats and motors and trailers here in Minnesota ( Land of 10,000 lakes ) and find them inexpensive, a 14’ boat $100 , a 10hp outboard $30 and a trailer $150 ! I repair and collect outboards as a hobby so it usually costs me $50 to completely service one . And I sell them for around $500 ( just add water ) or a serviced outboard for between $200 - $700 depending on age and size . So anyone can do it !
That’s fantastic. Thanks for sharing your story.
I’m on the hunt for a motor with a little more power.
@@TheBudgetSportsman I personally like the 10hp because it’s a bit lighter and plenty of torque, it will push a 12’ boat with duck hunting gear about 15 mph and that’s plenty for me ! Lol
Thank you for the inspiration you provided via this video. I would have not known how possible it is to own a boat until I watched this video. Because of this video over a year ago I went on a journey to purchase an affordable bay boat (I live near the gulf). I found a nice, no leaks 16ft jon boat/trailer. I have recently acquired a 28 SPL Evinrude outboard (1994 Model Year) and got it running smoothly. My wife and I have enjoyed many fishing trips out on the bay. My boat does the job and was very affordable (both under 2K). Again thank you for sharing your boat purchasing experience, because of your video I am now a boat owner.
That’s fantastic. Thanks for sharing your story and I’m so glad I could have a part in your experience.
I have been looking at aluminum row boats for like $100 and I was thinking about literally throwing it on top of my van and using oars. That’s my budget at the moment but at least I’ll be on the water 🤣
Great video!
Hey if that’s your budget, it would sure beat sitting on the couch! A canoe or kayak could be an option too that could go on your can roof.
You have the right idea. Thanks for making this video. Keep'em coming.
I have a 500 boat that needs a little bit of work but am excited about it and to get my daughter out on the lake. It has a 4 hp engine and a trailer but the engine is unknown if it works but came with a gas tank I need to buy seats and check the engine out soon.
once that boat is up and running, you will make memories that last a lifetime!
Thanks for inspiring me... I am going the cheap route ... easy, nice, fast to get on the water for family fun.
👍🏻 I hope you find just what you need
I started out wanting a yacht well 25 years later i can’t see spending that kind of money so it’s a Jon boat for me
Sounds like priorities have changed :)
Nice boat! You’re my kinda dude!
Thanks!!!
Thank you for posting this…. I’m now a subscriber because of your attitude towards the sport..👍👍
Thanks for the sub!
Great video. I am also a budget boater/fisherman/everything else. I just can't see wasting hard money on "shiny toys" when something less expensive and practical will work just as well. In 2015, when my wife agreed to me getting a real boat (I had a 10.5 ft plastic pontoon boat), I also did the Craig's List thing. I found a 1979 Tidecraft 15 ft bass boat, with a 1979 70 hp motor, and a 1979 trailer, all for $800. Everything needed work!!! But I spent the winter and spring rehabbing all three items. I absolutely love the results and consider it a blessing for all the things I learned to do in the process. It may not be the prettiest thing on the lake, but it takes me where I want to go. And isn't that what a fishing boat is; a platform for you to stand on while fishing any part of the lake that you want to fish?
Absolutely! Thanks for sharing your story!
Had to share this to my Facebook group. Great video.
Thanks!
My little 14' boat gets subbed at the launch pretty often. Almost always out fish the haters too LOL, shallow draft and small trolling motor can sneak right up without spooking fish.
How much you spend on a boat sure doesn’t predict how many you catch!
Great video man. You have the right mentality about getting out on the water. I''ve got a 14ft Zodiac inflatable with a 25hp 2 stroke mercury. I've been looking at aluminum boats next year , but here in Nashville I've seen all kinds of boat riggs I never criticized another man's rigg I always say if that rigg does what he wants it to do that's all that matters. Safe boating to you and the family.
Thank you!
Most fishermen know that what you ride around in the lake doesn't have any part of your fishing catch. I've caught fish in row boats and canoes! Great video, thanks!
Thanks for watching!
My wife and I just bought a 12 foot aluminium boat, the trailor, oars, seats and trolling motor for $600. We looked at boats with similar setups and they were going for around $1500 +.
She's not a fancy boat but she will get us out to the fish
Rodney Childs congrats on your new boat and thanks for sharing!
You literally bought the same boat I was looking at. I asked the guy about it and a day later it was sold! Such a small world! Glad to see someone is using it like I would of.
WOW! That’s incredible!!! Hope you have found something else that works for you!!!
@@TheBudgetSportsman I am now fortunate enough to have a newer Crestliner Vision. Seeing we are somewhat in the same area maybe I will see you out on the water someday! happy and safe boating!
@@mstng100mph Fantastic I mostly fish at Prince Galitzin State Park but I'm hoping to go down to Raystown this year.
@@TheBudgetSportsman Raystown is a very nice lake. Im up north so I fish the finger lakes a lot but I am planning a trip to the Allegheny Reservoir this year with the wife and kid.
mstng100mph we went camping last year at Allegheny with the boat. We loved it. Have some videos on the channel from that trip
This was inspiring especially as I’m looking at used boats on marketplace haha
Ever since covid, boat prices have gone up, but there are still good deals to be had if you are patient.
It is a cheap and affordable hobby. stress relief.
That’s true!
Hi,
I really respect your positivity!!! Keep that good Spirit up!!!
Thanks Diego.
Me and my brother done the same thing. $225 boat. And a $140 motor. We have a great time on the Ohio river
Nice! That’s how it’s done!
Love this guy, lives simple and appears to be very very happy. Keep up the great videos
Thank you. Happiness comes from my relationship with God and learning to be content in the blessings he gives me.
You are the best at making the $ go far. Awesome video man. Enjoyed it. I never caught a pickerel either. Lol.
Thanks! Always do my best to stretch the pennies :)
You Rock and thanks for letting people know they can do this with a little hard work and ingenuity. Very Inspirational. I am cancelling my bass boat order today.
Wow! Good luck on your boating journey.
Yes, You do inspire me to get out with family on a budget level😊
Awesome! Thanks for watching.
I'm trying to get a similar boat like that so I can go out and fish the bay with my friends
tokay999 just keep an eye out and eventually you’ll find a good deal!!
I've fished from the banks of the lakes and rivers my whole life & I'd like a boat. I need one under 10 foot that I can haul in my Chevy S10 and it would have to have an electric motor. Two of the lakes in my area only allow electric motors or paddles, no gas.
Thank you for your insight im looking for a boat that is bugjet for sure
Got me,
Love the positive vibes and message
liked and subscribed
Thanks Anthony