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Hey guys
Been thinking about a boat a lot lately. Don't need anything fancy just want to fish a ton. Primarily thinking about a drifty or a very fishy cataraft, but I would think about a raft, too.
I've looked around on KSL and Craigslist, and I'm just putting out some feelers to see what exists. Don't need a lot of bells and whistles. Just wanna fish a lot.
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Didn’t that underwear guy have a raft for sale?
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I'm here for this adventure and subsequent TRs.
Sold. Lots of bells and whistles anyway. More of a 2-kidney boat.Quote:
Originally Posted by 2FUNKY
One person with two? Or two people with one each?Quote:
Originally Posted by Underoos
Yo. Here’s an older Hyde that’s been up on Fort Collins CL for about a month. Most people want rafts in this zone, so maybe you can talk him down?
https://fortcollins.craigslist.org/b...578367377.html
^ That’s a good price on that.
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I'm curious, what makes that a good deal? I feel like for Hyde and Clackaraft, I'm paying mostly for the name brand, if anything. Lots of boats between here and Jackson for $3k-$5kQuote:
Originally Posted by teleee
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Only on TGRQuote:
Originally Posted by Underoos
goddamn elitist two kidney 1%er right hereQuote:
Originally Posted by Underoos
now you're gonna say something about it only being a boat for people with their whole liver intact
maybe if I stopped getting dumb tattoos I could afford a nice boat like yourshttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...d5439d9ad8.jpg
in B4 the mods say "fLaG yOuR tHrEaDs As NsFw"
In the post-Covid era, I’ve seen very few decent boats with trailers in the sub 5k range. Most of that price range has some major issue, no title, ect. But if you find a good one …..scoop it right away. They go quick.Quote:
Originally Posted by tgapp
Clacks and Hyde’s are well made, good track record, relatively easy to repair, and hold their value.
I have no affiliation to that boat I posted, just saw it a few weeks ago scrubbing the list
Ha you have been hanging out with dibs for sure!!! Yea what was said earlier. Hyde’s and clacka are well made and very reliable with long track records. My 1996 is still going strong (sold it to a buddy). That Yellowstone drifter looks like a pretty sweet boat. I think if you spend less than $5k you are going to end up with something that is going to have more problems than you w to deal withQuote:
Originally Posted by tgapp
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Lol no not his influence - I'm just tired of seeing 10 year old boats with an asking price of $12k. I don't know the market well enough to say with any certainty, but that sure feels like COVID inflation to me.Quote:
Originally Posted by teleee
That Yellowstone looks sweet. It was actually already on my radar, but I don't really know how to evaluate good deals.
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Sorry, I didnt mean to blow up that one if you’re watching it… took the link down.
As long as there’s no major damage and trailer is in good shape, you’ll be stoked with the 5k purchase. Pick one you like the look of and go for it! You’ll be able to get most if not all your money back if you need to get out of it
Don’t worry about small scratches and dings, you’ll run it into a bunch of shit. Nicer oars are a big plus for me, because you probably won’t spend the 1k on new ones right away.
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What about the boat snapt was selling ? That was a great price.
FS: Stealthcraft Sniper
https://www.tetongravity.com/forums/...d.php?t=348796
Really nice boat, but more than I have to spend at the moment. I think the top of my budget is probably $5-6k if I stretch.Quote:
Originally Posted by Harry
https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/70880871
Curious what the consensus is on this boat. Owner says it's in great shape, super capable, fun boat. Trailer is in good condition and has a title, but the boat is not titled.
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I don’t know UT law, but in both MT and WI if no motor then no boat title or registration required.Quote:
Originally Posted by tgapp
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Yeah it sounds like I'll need to get it titled.Quote:
Originally Posted by Harry
What's the group's opinion on the boat as a first drifty?
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Needs more camo
Looks alright. Compared to the 97 Yellowstone, it’s probably 10 years older? and shows it. If you want to know the year, there should be a hull I’d # somewhere and you can easily search it online. The 97 looked a lot cleaner and has those nice fiberglass lean bars front and back, this one doesn’t.
Not sure what’s going on with the red wood floor. That may have been added by some one at some point to add stability? Or maybe that’s how they built these in the 80s?. I’d make sure that’s not hiding floor damage. For sure nicer oars than expected. Sawyer has a good tutorial about how to refinish those square tops. Bet they’d clean up nice. You could also refinish all the wood in the boat pretty easily
As Harry says, same rules in CO. If your not putting a motor on it, don’t really need a boat title. Just need to get plates for the trailer. If $3500 is your budget, and it floats/rolls, probably a viable option.
Yeah you're dead on the money. Built in 1985. The boat was fully refurbished in 2005, hence the floor. Gonna talk to the guy with the 1997 Yellowstone today and see what he says. Seems like a beautiful boat.Quote:
Originally Posted by jpcm
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jpcm pretty much nailed wha tI would say as well. I will add that we rented a boat in Canada last fall that was of that vintage and design and I would gladly pay the extra $1500 for something more along the lines of the Yellowstone that was shown, or the Hyde. The difference in handling between the 2 is night and day.
In Utah you dont even need to register the trailer, let alone the boat.
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Interesting okay. The owner of the 1985 boat says that it is narrow and high sided, which makes me a little nervous. Sounds squirrelly.Quote:
Originally Posted by teleee
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Dude have you looked into sit on top fishing kayaks?It will definitely save you a couple of grand. I have a tandem made by Brooklyn Kayaks that I like. It's great alone, or with two. Not good if you want to take Fido with you though. You can borrow mine at any time, or check it out at 4/20 on the Green. LMK.
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Those front leg locks are brutal. Hurts just looking at em. I don't see anything for the rear angler to lean against, but maybe I missed it. The wood trim will need maintenance. The best thing about that boat is the oars.Quote:
Originally Posted by tgapp
I had a similar Yellowstone drifter(88) and it was very minimal and leaked but it was my first drifter and only cost me like 500 with trailer. Like people said the oars are probably worth it. About the "high sided", it's a freaking tank in big waves and an absolute kite in the wind. Which were both likely conditions where I was rowing it alot(on the Yellowstone, Madison, etc). Then I got a deal on a RO guide which I love but gotta be a bit more on point on the bigger water. My 2cents is get what you can afford and fish the ever loving shit outta it. Then you'll know what features you really like, rod storage/dry storage/ knee locks/ benches etc.
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Thanks guys, all of this feedback is super helpful. Trying to get the '97 Yellowstone down to $5k.
What does the collective think of this setup (boat + shuttle bike) for $7k?
https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/70133106
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If you are going to spend that much, just buy snapts boat. Almost new Stealthcraft vs ex-guide boat ? No brainer. That motorscooter does not really add much value to the deal IMHO.Quote:
Originally Posted by tgapp
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I just came here to admit I ogle that SC and have schemed multiple ways to sell my FIL’s Hyde and sneak the SC into his barn.
Tgapp have you considered a partnership w a buddy nearby? I’m in a 2-raft three way with buddies and it makes sense for durable expensive gear that isn’t used often, or often used with your buddies…
Yep, that's already the planQuote:
Originally Posted by skivan
Problem is, my buddy is shit on the sticks, so we know who'll be rowing all the time
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Make him row. Being shitty is no excuse, the best cure is time on the sticks.Quote:
Originally Posted by tgapp
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I’ll row, teach me!Quote:
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Ha deal. Seriously.Quote:
Originally Posted by zion zig zag
Dude with the 97 Yellowstone says he'll take $5k. Should I do it? Probably gonna do it.
Boats been fished like 30 times and lived in a garage it's whole life. Like the older, somewhat unique character of it. Seems solid.
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beats me why yad wanna
Bust Out Another Thousand
when i gots more boats than i can use
that youre welcome to use
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I’ve got a 16’ PVC raft - Star Big Dipper - with all the fixins I would probably sell. 🤪
Lotta nice DB’s in Oregon Craigslist that don’t cost that much
Ahhh the red raft is the fishiest raft!!Quote:
Originally Posted by skifishbum
I'd probably still like to buy our HTFB's half of that boat, it's such a good little boat. Perfect as the gear mule!
There's just something about how drifties sit and row and fish that is really appealing to me - they're so nimble and elegant.
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Come to the Northwoods and float River X. Our fish are not nimble or elegant.Quote:
Originally Posted by tgapp
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I just realized something. Fish have one kidney also.