Joined Oct 13, 2015 Messages 193. Solo Skiff comes with the grab rail in the rear for handling and safety. VERY STABLE PLATFORM TO FISH AND TRAVELS 11 MPH WITH THE MERCURY … Deep-cycle AGM batteries, on-board 3-bank charger, alternator charger, and external female receptacle prior to install. That would make the solo skiff even better!! On the other hand, the total weight of the system I installed was about 159 pounds (38.5-pound starter battery and 2 X 53-pound reserve batteries plus 65-pound motor and bracket and 5 pounds additional for chargers and wiring)–essentially the weight of an additional medium-sized adult. I bought a very nice setup solo I got a 2016 boat motor and alu trailer with a folding hitch. Will also sell 2017 triton alum. The disadvantage of this arrangement is that water can collect in the receptacle and cause corrosion, but it has not been an issue so far. Category: Rides. It's highly versatile, as it can be propelled by a paddle, push pole, trolling motor, or a small outboard motor. The combination of its shallow draft design and ability to be powered by a 6hp motor … It can accommodate everything from a trolling motor to a 6hp motor with a gas tank. In practical application, what this meant was that I did not have to charge the batteries more than once every 4-5 days. See more ideas about Fishing boats, Boat building, Skiffs. Hooking Up Batteries in Series (to increase voltage) vs. Fishing can be both an extremely serene leisure activity and a major boon to anyone who appreciates fresh fish as food. Gheenoe NMZ 15, poling skiff, flats skiff, micro skiff, solo skiff - The Gheenoe NMZ 15 is designed to run w a 15hp 2 stroke or a 9.9hp 4 stroke so that you could run to a No Motor Zone like Lighthouse Lakes pull up the motor and paddle like a canoe, kayak, or pole like a poling skiff. Since I wanted to be able to easily remove the motor (and batteries) when fishing super-skinny water or when it was simply not needed, Tim and I decided not to hard-wire the motor in place but use a flush-mounted receptacle instead. Rig it your way to mount a paddle, kayak paddle, or push pole to chase fish in skinny water with ease. I can troll in VERY shallow water. Probably not as nice but it was bobbing in some fairly nasty chop well enough with a little trolling motor. Managing the remote was probably the easiest part: I left it hung around my neck with the remote itself tucked into shirt pocket. The batteries I chose, based on price and on performance reports from other skiff owners, were the Deka 8A22NFM (starter) and the Deka 8A24M (deep-cycle). Loaded 2019 Solo Skiff with 6HP Tohatsu and Trolling Motor + MORE - $3,950 (Monroe) For sale is a very gently used Solo Skiff fishing skiff with every accessory you could ever want. The additional weight is a factor in a skiff that weighs only around 1000 pounds, especially if you are fishing multiple anglers. I had asked Maverick to install the wiring from the console to the bow during boat construction–something to consider if you are having a skiff custom-built as it is very easy to do before the cap is attached to the hull. Note also the bank of four red lights which show battery charge levels–very handy when you’re wondering how much battery power is left, and the green System Ready light which shows that the unit is receiving power. Rick, if you’re referring to the coiled wire that connects the motor head to the base, that is part of the motor package. Tim also added a “kill switch” toggle that allows me to interrupt the electrical circuit to the motor unit on the bow just to be doubly sure that the motor was not drawing power during any extended storage. Solo Skiff Fishing Kayak. Stand, or sit, and pound the banks all day, the design of the Solo keeps the trolling motor tiller right there, easy to use, its amazing. Fortunately, the dimensions of the three batteries together allowed us to fit them all inside the console, along with both chargers and a battery switch, albeit with little room to spare. The running draft, that is the boat with motor down and on plane is between 12-14″. Email Poster. Fly rod with line out is on the deck between feet. Here’s an image that shows most of the console components in place. While most of us agree there is no perfect boat for all reasons, I think this one is as good as it gets for one in it's class. Dec 4, 2016 - Explore Solo Skiff's board "Motorized Kayak" on Pinterest. I never liked having to put the outboard down to move 200 yards. If you’re planning on never removing the motor, you may want to considered the more reliable direct wiring option. I wanted a smaller boat that I could use in all water types for fishing. The Solo Skiff has normal oyster rash on the bottom, but zero leaks, zero holes. Rig it your way to mount a paddle, kayak paddle, or push pole to chase fish in skinny water with ease. What did the motor allow me to do that I couldn’t do before? Loaded 2019 Solo Skiff with 6HP Tohatsu and Trolling Motor + MORE - $3,950 (Monroe) For sale is a very gently used Solo Skiff fishing skiff with every accessory you could ever want. Loaded 2019 Solo Skiff with 6HP Tohatsu and Trolling Motor + MORE - $3,950 (Monroe) For sale is a very gently used Solo Skiff fishing skiff with every accessory you could ever want. Not at all. No issues yet. (Even though Yahama recommends a 380-CCA minimum, the 350 amps seem to be plenty.) #hayaarimarine #hcraft #byaa7a #hskiff18 #rideitlikeyoubuiltit #microskiff #skiff #polingskiff #trickedskiffs #skiffporn … We recently started experimenting with the torqeedo 1003 3hp electric outboard on the Depending on the boat manufacturer and whether you are mounting your batteries inside the console, in a rear storage compartment or in the bow, this can be easy or mildly challenging task, but many recent skiffs include wiring “tunnels” for that very purpose. This is a fishing machine, … Without the trolling motor on the front, this will hit 15-16mph and feels like you're on a rocket. On that note, it is worth pointing out that Minn Kota’s Precision chargers are designed with temperature compensators which change the charging profile depending on ambient temperature. I have no use for a trolling motor. The approximate speed will vary but around 8-9 mph. Frankly, I would never have considered solo fishing in a skiff effective without experiencing the electric-assisted option. Train your fishing partner on the bow to put the motor down and pull it up. Tired of paddling to fish ? When it comes to fishing, Solo Skiff is a machine! Being an advocate off the push pole myself I also wanted to see the added value this could bring to my flats fishing. EMPOWER YOUR FISHING When it comes to fishing, Solo Skiff is a machine! But I don’t see how Minn Kota could have made it any easier, given all the options in the system. Loaded 2019 Solo Skiff with 6HP Tohatsu and Trolling Motor + MORE - $3,950 (Monroe) For sale is a very gently used Solo Skiff fishing skiff with every accessory you could ever want. It just works better than from the poling platform on my skiff (Gladesmen). I will be picking up my solo skiff real soon. Then quietly slip into prime position by using a trolling motor, paddle, or push pole. It can accommodate everything from a trolling motor to a 6hp motor with a gas tank. My 55 lb trolling motor pushed my 2 man boat with two guys approx 225 each at 5 mph so I have plenty of moving power from both motors… Here’s a photo of all the components (less the starter battery) prior to installation. Next Last. The Solo Skiff is pricey but so are nice pedal kayaks. I still have to look at the remote to be sure I’m pressing the right buttons, and I still occasionally press the wrong ones. I have a power pole , battery installed, Hobie stand up H bar in the front , rod holders, Garmin 7 sv , some other Hobie's accessories, and a Gopro on it. These stitch and glue boat plans are for a light, compact and stable solo skiff to access shallow water. The driver of a motorized W700 can easily and effectively access the motor, wherever it is mounted, and for these reasons, this kayak can be powered by outboard gas motors that are much more powerful than any electric trolling motor. Discussion Starter • #2 • Dec 17, 2019. Ideal for a first time boat builder with basic carpentry experience. This is a fishing machine, perfect for fly fishing or conventional inshore fishing - and unlike most skiffs you can transport this in a truck bed. The Solo Skiff can best be described as a hybrid kayak-like vessel, borrowing features from different types of water craft. ELECTRIC OUTBOARDS (ie TORQEEDO 1003) 4. Whether its rod holders, gear tracks, cleats, hooks, or electronics, putting it on a Solo Skiff is as easy as it gets. Reply. But of course every boat owner has personal preferences about motor placement, components, and other adjustments. Capt. Loaded 2019 Solo Skiff with 6HP Tohatsu and Trolling Motor + MORE - $3,950 (Monroe) For sale is a very gently used Solo Skiff fishing skiff with every accessory you could ever want. Removing the motor, should you wish to do so, involves unplugging it and sliding a pin out of the bracket. Similar Items - Loaded 2019 Solo Skiff with 6HP Tohatsu and Trolling Motor + MORE - $3,950 (Monroe) 2019 Solo Skiff - $1850 (NW Houston) 2019 Solo Skiff in excellent condition. This is a fishing machine, perfect for fly fishing or conventional inshore fishing - and unlike most skiffs you can transport this in a truck bed. Very happy, now ready to go fish The tubes are sealed on the ends to keep out water and go forward to the bow to allow fly rod storage. Solo Skiff is a one piece seamlessly molded powered fishing kayak. Outboard motor will sell for 1500.00 tuhatsu 2017 6 hp. Frankly, I would never have considered solo fishing in a skiff effective without experiencing the electric-assisted option. There are two built-in rod holders that can accommodate rods up to 9' long. For the motor bracket location on the bow, I depended on Tim’s considerable experience in balancing motor location against pushpole access and other factors like ease of retracting the motor and storage position. Whether your trolling for salmon, bass fishing, or flats fishing, Solo Skiff will put you on more fish. This is a fishing machine, perfect for fly fishing or conventional inshore fishing - and unlike most skiffs you can transport this in a truck bed. And I can easily see how the proper use of trolling motors as a way to access shallow water could benefit the fish, the habitat, and fellow anglers. Type Verification Code: Similar Items - Solo skiff - $1850 (Chatom) 2019 Solo Skiff - $1850 (NW Houston) 2019 Solo Skiff in excellent condition. Then measure one more time. How much of that charge was maintained or recovered by the inline charger I don’t have a way of measuring, but I don’t believe it was much as I intentionally avoided running long distances. Stand, or sit, and pound the banks all day, the design of the Solo keeps the trolling motor tiller right there, easy to use, its amazing. ... handles a low-horsepower outboard or trolling motor for … MANUAL POWER - SUP/KAYAK PADDLE, PUSH POLE, SOLO SKIFF ROWING KIT Regardless of how you power your Solo Skiff the first priority should always be safety. Reactions: Sublime, IRLyRiser and Smackdaddy53. Before venturing into open water be sure you have read this … It can accommodate everything from a trolling motor to a 6hp motor with a gas tank. Read more about motor … The boat handles very well. I can also see how improper use could bring negatives: anglers “trolling” the flats, or becoming dependent on the motor to exclusion of the pushpole–something that could mean fewer fish caught and unnecessary pressure on already-pressured fish populations. So It is really rigged out . I purchased the engine new and it has only seen ethanol free gas and gets service each year. .you get the Solo Skiff, a motorized kayak on steroids.. with more ways to rig that you can imagine, more dry storage than any kayak, and even a built in cooler. But most boats are limited by venue because of their hull depths and method of power. If anything, I was blown away by the amount of power stored in the system that I had chosen. The Solo Skiff with a trolling motor is one serious hands free fishing weapon. Whether your trolling for salmon, bass fishing, or flats fishing, Solo Skiff will put you on more fish. Any … We mounted the external female plug for charging on the console port side just beneath the handrail. I hooked many tarpon with the motor running and doing its thing to hold me in position in a 15-knot breeze. Oct 15, 2019 - Explore Boudreauxkurt's board "Solo skiff" on Pinterest. If you are running a larger engine, consider the manufacturer’s CCA recommendations carefully when deciding on a starter battery. Very stable for 2 people have used w 3 very light about 150. Paddle, pole, or run up to a 5 HP motor … How long have you been using the trolling motor? The Solo Skiff … There is no other product on the market that is as versatile or innovative. There are other considerations outlined in the instructions provided by the manufacturer for the install, but that hits all the components and key considerations. The motor keeps the bow of the boat within a five-foot circle (usually), pointed into the wind, and with typically very silent operation. I did see an Expandacraft a couple years ago. Crossing channels or moving to other nearby flats across deeper water is a breeze. Thanks for taking the time writing a review. Save Share. Solo Skiff with a trolling motor is a hands off dream. What about rigging you say? Thanks for taking the time writing a review. But I was fishing the goon once and a guy comes by me on his Solo skiff and he had a trolling motor. I also decided to install both the Minn Kota 3-bank on-board Precision Charger–a unit designed to charge the batteries when plugged into an outlet via an external receptacle–and the MinnKota 2-bank DC Alternator Charger, which collects excess amperage from the outboard engine’s alternator during operation and uses it to charge the batteries in sequence. Extending courtesy to other boats is much easier too. Stand, or sit, and pound the banks all day, the design of the Solo keeps the trolling motor tiller right there, easy to use, its amazing. Go. Performance Fishing Boat Design & Culture, Fighting a tarpon solo with the trolling motor on “Spot Lock.”. The Solo Skiff and Torqeedo combo looks to be the worlds greenest boat ! What about rigging you say? The Solo Skiff fits a lot of storage in a small boat. This Solo Skiff is an extremely stable one person skiff. Since I am running a 70hp Yahama outboard, the cold-cranking requirements are minimal and allowed me to get away with a battery rated for 350 cold-cranking amps (CCA). Solo Skiff with a trolling motor is a hands off dream. (We measured all this before buying the batteries, of course, and we would have simply moved to smaller deep-cycle batteries if that was necessary.) With the reliable Honda 9.9 hp outboard, the FishSkiff16 will zip you around from one spot to another at up to 21.5 mph. Installed motor bracket, motor (in retracted/locked position), and flush-mounted female receptacle, along with the handheld iPilot remote. I found that I could fish this way for 3 days without reducing total available charge by more than 30%. I know most of my friends that are using them have had to replace or repair the motors in the second or third season of use. The 4 hp Johnson moves the boat 9.7-10 mph per my gps. solo skiffs are the bomb.your back will never hurt. This simple and cost effective design can be built for less than the cost of CNC cutting and shipping. The Solo Skiff empty draws aprox 2″ of water with engine tilted, and empty. The Ultraskiff redefines balance and stability thanks to a proprietary design that inverts the … Like you it hasn’t come off my skiff either. Then measure. Stand, or sit, and pound the banks all day, the design of the Solo keeps the trolling motor tiller right there, easy to use, its amazing. Think about where you want the receptacle if you are mounting a removable motor. Solo Skiff with a trolling motor is a hands off dream. The Solo Skiff combines the best features of a stand-up paddleboard, kayak, and powered skiff into a hybrid fishing machine. The Riptide St Deploy Lever, which you can operate with your foot or by hand. I tried a mount that was right at the forward bulkhead. Any issues with maintenance? This solo skiff combines the features of a paddle board (SUP), kayak, and jon boat to deliver a multi-purpose boat that can be handled by one person ... Paddle, trolling motor … The Ultraskiff 360 Watercraft is the original, first and only patented, user friendly, portable design of a round boat. So when … Only last season. I will be picking up my solo skiff real soon. I am the only owner of this Solo Skiff, motor, and trailer. I also found that being able to shut down in the middle of a channel or in other deep water when approaching a tarpon flat made me feel more confident that the fish were not spooked by my approach. It can accommodate everything from a trolling motor to a 6hp motor with a gas tank. I am working on a few things. I'm not really afraid of spooking fish either. Thanks for the comment, Kris. With the battery required, a trolling motor would add weight and complexity, which I abhor. Before beginning to drill holes in your cap, measure. For most skiff-owners, who store the pushpole on the starboard side, this means the bracket goes to the right of the bow point, as you can see here in finished install. Loaded 2019 Solo Skiff with 6HP Tohatsu and Trolling Motor + MORE - $3,950 (Monroe) For sale is a very gently used Solo Skiff fishing skiff with every accessory you could ever want. Not surprisingly, there was a learning curve on finding out what the system could do and figuring out how to make it a part of my fishing. Am I now a die-hard convert to trolling motors for flats fishing? It also makes me less inclined to put the engine down too early–in short, it makes me a better steward of the flats. This helps prevent over-charging and under-charging, and it is not something that is standard on most current on-board chargers, but it will make a big difference in the life of your batteries. What about rigging you say? very stable platform to fish and travels 11 mph with the mercury 3.5 hp ($935). Solo Skiff comes with the grab rail in the rear for handling and safety. Oct 15, 2019 - The Flats River Skiff 15 is the perfect 2 person shallow water fishing skiff. There are two main reasons for this- The deck design, and thickness. Since I was putting the motor through its paces, there were many days that I intentionally ran the motor for 3-4 hours at higher speeds. Want to spend more time … Whether its rod holders, gear tracks, cleats, hooks, or electronics, putting it on a Solo Skiff is as easy as it gets. 250 Posts . Still waiting to for Tom to come up with a mount. I'm still trying to figure out a way to mount a trolling motor on the solo skiff with the outboard. Again, this seems like it is also better for the fish. But do I have a much greater appreciation of how technology has changed the opportunity? Kris. The batteries are strapped directly to the deck without trays to save room.