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John Walters
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Rat Red Productions is focused on helping others to enjoy adventure in the great outdoors.
Newport Vessels NV Series 36 lb Review
I've owned the Newport Vessels NV Series 36 lb thrust 12 volt trolling motor for 3 years. This review covers the pros and the cons of this unit when compared to other major trolling motor manufacturers. I also give battery recommendations to use with this unit.
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Everglades Tarpon and Snook
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Enjoy a trip deep into the Everglades to explore fishing opportunities in the backcountry for juvenile tarpon and the 10K Islands on the frontside for snook and many other varieties of game fish. In this video you will learn about the types of environments that support specific types of fish and how to vary your techniques to catch them.
Everglades Fishing
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Join in on a 5 day camping and fishing trip into the Florida Everglades. On this trip we catch plenty of fish but conditions are challenging due to a front that moves into the area. As usual the Everglades throws a couple of other surprises at me and my friends but that is what keeps it interesting.
Fishing Sebastian
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Sebastian Inlet and the surrounding waters are known for the large snook and red fish that they produce. Join me on a trip where we enjoy fishing this area by boat, pier and on foot and gain insight learned from successful anglers.
Chaz Fishing & Camping
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The "Chaz" (Chassahowitzka) River offers a great place to escape for fishing, camping, snorkeling and many other family outdoor activities. The warm waters of the springs draws lots of fish and manatees during the cooler winter months (November - March). You will see lots of wildlife along the rivers banks but just be careful if you bring your own boat the waters are shallow and conceal limesto...
Econfina River - Fishing An Uncharted Gem
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The remote location of the Econfina River in the Big Bend area of Florida has preserved its pristine beauty and wildlife. If you want to see what Florida looked like before the Europeans got here and experience great uncrowded fishing for reds and trout you will want to visit. In this video you will get a taste of what the area has to offer and suggestions on how to plan for a successful fishin...
Keys Fishing Vacation
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On this trip we fish the flats, bridges and canals of the Florida Keys and catch bonefish and many other species that the Keys are famous for all done out of a folding boat. The Keys are notorious for windy conditions and we cover fishing techniques on how to be successful no matter what mother nature deals out. We even have time for many side trips including a run out to Fort Jefferson in the ...
Alaska Ice Fishing & Winter Adventure
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In the shadow of Denali the city of Talkeetna offers some great ice fishing and other winter adventures such as viewing the northern lights. We share some tips on finding good spots to ice fish and what lures to use. Enjoy a side trip to Anchorage to watch the start of the Iditarod sled dog race and Seward to do some cross country skiing and hiking.
Englewood Inshore Fishing
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Englewood Beach has a relaxed old Florida feel with great fishing. On this trip we target and give tips on how to catch inshore species like snook, red fish, and mangrove snapper.
DIY Alaska Fishing
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On this adventure we are exploring and fishing in Alaska's Kenai Peninsula. On this trip you will get out into the wilderness and visit rivers, streams and lakes. The video covers many tips on putting together your own do-it yourself trip to catch Salmon, Grayling, Arctic Char and Trout in Alaska along with other pointers on how to have an enjoyable trip.
Kids Fishing
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On this trip I have the privilege of fishing with young anglers in Southwest Florida around Sanibel and Estero Bay. We take a side trip to the famous Tarpon Lodge on Cabbage Key to enjoy a "Cheeseburger in Paradise" and explore the other things the island has to offer. To add to the challenge of the trip we have to deal with one of the largest outbreaks of red tide and blue green algae in the S...
The Snook of Oscar Scherer
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During a six hour drive from North Florida to Sanibel Island I decided to take a short break to try the fishing around Oscar Scherer State Park. The snook action was fast with a bite on almost every cast.
Exploring & Fishing The Natchez Trace Parkway.
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Participate in a 1600 mile road trip from Florida through Alabama and Mississippi to enjoy the beautiful and historic Natchez Trace Parkway. Along the way we will be fly fishing and using conventional tackle in lakes, creeks and rivers. Some of the bodies of water we will be visiting include the Little River, Joe Wheeler Lake, Pickwick Lake, Bay Springs Lake and Natchez Lake. We will be visitin...
Folding Boat & Suzuki 6 HP Outboard Review
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This video reviews the 2018 Porta-Bote 12 foot folding boat and the 2018 Suzuki 6 HP 4 stroke outboard motor. The test of the boat and motor was done over a period of 4 weeks including a 1700 mile road trip through 5 states and 12 bodies of water including both fresh and salt. Focus of the test was on finding a durable fishing platform that could be car-topped.
Middle Keys Inshore Fishing After Irma
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This flats fishing trip takes place in the Middle Keys between Marathon and Bahia Honda in April of 2018. From what I saw the fishing after Irma is just as good if not better than previous years producing catches of tarpon, barracuda, grouper, jacks, mutton and mangrove snapper. I got blown off the water on my second day of fishing but was able to fill my time with a trip to Key West, John Penn...
Fishing & Chilling In The Everglades & Ten Thousand Islands
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Fishing & Chilling In The Everglades & Ten Thousand Islands
St. Augustine Inshore Fishing Rally
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St. Augustine Inshore Fishing Rally
Crappie Fishing on Lake Disston, Fl
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Crappie Fishing on Lake Disston, Fl
Salt Marsh Winter Wonderland Fishing
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Salt Marsh Winter Wonderland Fishing
Weeki Wachee River Fishing, Manatees and Mermaids
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Weeki Wachee River Fishing, Manatees and Mermaids
Fishing Unfamiliar Waters Mosquito Lagoon
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Fishing Unfamiliar Waters Mosquito Lagoon
Fishing the Marshes of NE Florida with Artificial Baits
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Fishing the Marshes of NE Florida with Artificial Baits
Loading the boat over the SUV roof rack and securing it takes not less time than the boat assembly. The straps do not hold the boat reliably enough. I had to make own rectangular roof rack from the 2" PVC pipes and secure the boat with П- bolts and two wood bars. It became much safer and boat loading and securing takes about 15 min, and unloading even faster. And 3 min is hardly enough to put the single bench in (unless a team of people assists you).
I want to use both gasoline Tohatsu motor 5 hp and small electric trolling motor on my 10' Porta Boat. Two motors are too heavy on the transom, the rear boat end goes too deep, only 4" over the water is left. I decided to put the trolling motor on the bow and made the attachment similar to produced and sold by Porta Boat company. But a motor significantly lowers the bow. I am going to purchase the kayak stabilizers and install it to the bow to provide more buoyancy. Besides, it does not look safe to sit on the small bench closer to the bow at my boat, as the front boat end start to go too deep, may be because the size of the boat.
Your bow being too low to the water must be a factor of it being a 10 foot model VS my 12 footer. With the 12 foot model I have plenty of clearance and the only time I take water over the bow is if I'm in a chop of over a foot and even then if I go diagonal to the waves it's not a problem at all. The other thing that helps with mine is that I have the battery in the back left transom area. I purchased a 10 gauge, 10 ft. electrical wire extension available on Amazon or from other vendors to make the connection. Make sure to use srink wrap to waterproof the electric connections and put dielectric grease on the battery terminals. Good luck and thanks for watching!
Nice video sir, even on how to keep them shrimp Lively. 😀
I’m probably going to get the same setup as you. Had one before with Old Honda, back when I was a beginner, had several boats up to 26 foot CC,,but now getting older and weaker, going backwards, but still good.
You answered all my questions, now I just need a roof rack for my F250. I already have a 6hp motor and a couple SUP paddles. Have you ever jumped out of it and climbed back in? I wonder if a ladder would work, I like snorkeling
You can always tell a non-local by how they pronounce an area. It’s Econ-Fina. Or if you’re a local good old boy, eeeecon-fineee.
Hi John... I just got a new Alpha Series 12' Porta Bote which replaced my old, 30+ year old PB. I see you have your trolling motor mounted on the bow. How did you do this? Did you buy the trolling motor adapter from PB or make one yourself? I'd like to mount mine in front also because I have a 3.3HP Mercury on the back. Thanks!
Nice job. We’ll be in Hernando Beach in March. Plan to do some kayak fly fishing
Best yet! Thank you for your hard work.
Best porta bote video out there. Ten thousand thumbs up!!!!!
Thank you!
Why aren’t you wearing a PFD - safety first and shouldn’t you be setting an example?
How the battery meter works? Accurate?
The battery meter has worked for me just fine. Would be nice if it turned off so that it is not always on.
Where I can buy it.? Thanks :)
Check out Portabote's website for prices, I can't help you because I do not work for the company. You can also check out the owner's Facebook page for used boats for sale.
Could i put an electric motor on?
When are you guys give a base price
Sounds like a Commercial
Mill Cove.... Quarantine Island. Great trout spot....
I used to fish there every afternoon after work. It was only 45 minutes from my house to the water. The no-see-ums are the only bad thing about the boat launch. And the (lower-unit) eaters, as you called them. lol. Great too see it still looks pristine as it did 18 years ago.
The remoteness of this place protects it. Thanks for watching!
Nice job, John!
This was a great video. I am an angler from Nova Scotia and I fish shad here in Nova Scotia. I had no idea the shad migrated so far. Very interesting!
Nice lawn to splay the boat out on.
Tomoka is an underrated spot for sure. Manatees, dolphins, all kinds of fish, it's usually pretty active. I caught a juvenile goliath grouper and I think a jack crevalle from the shore which was just so random. Thanks for vid
Where do you get it and how much does it cost? please
I don't know what current prices are but you can find that information on the company's website along with information on where to buy it. This is the link portabote.com/ Thanks for your question and for watching.
I like how this video shows the stability of the LT 25. Ive wanted more info on that. I like it
This boat will spin and cannot handle wind and likely you won't like feeling all the waves at your feet. I know I wouldn't.
Superb, objective and honest analysis of this excellent little boat. I was going to buy a Porta-Bote, but then discovered Alpacka Raft Packrafts, expedition quality boats that are person portable, as they weigh five pounds and pack to the size of a sleeping bag. This perfectly suited my intended usage and I have two Packrafts, both from Alpacka Raft. I notice your travel trailer, and I was hugely impressed at first sight of this manufacturer's interpretation of the type. Clever design abounds and they've done a great job of condensing it down to maximise it for travelling, yet having a spacious, airy, well equipped travel cabin when you arrive at your camp location.
Sir, how much it cost?
I don't know what current prices are. Best place to check is on the porta-bote website.
FYI... Putting one half twist in the roof straps will stop the straps from "humming" at high speed. A flat strap vibrates in the wind. A strap with a twist doesn't.
Very nice video. I enjoyed a lot!
Nice Trailmanor travel trailer. May I ask what model it is?
It is a 3326. We have owned it for over 10 years and have been very happy with it.
@@VikingExpeditions Oh my! It is the exact model that I am looking for. It looked longer than the 31 ft models, but I wasn't sure. They don't make the 33 ft models anymore. If and when you decide to sell, please let me know. Thanks, John. I suppose the setting up and tearing down more than makes up for the gas saved and less sway because of the lower profile?
@@oldporkchops Not planning on selling anytime soon. This model is ideal for long term trips. They tract straight as an arrow and do great in cross-winds. Set up and take down adds about 2 minutes more than a traditional hard-side trailer. We looked to replace this trailer 2 years ago and could not find anything that matched our needs better so we decided to keep it. Good luck with your search and thanks for watching and your question.
@@VikingExpeditions Thank you so much for the affirmation that they are quality trailers. I'll continue my search for the 33 ft ones after what you said about them being appropriate for long trips. I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with TM. Thanks, John.
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Hi do you know the diameter to f the motor housing … Thanks .
Thanks for the information . I’m wanting put that same motor on kayak , what is the diameter of the motor housing. I need to put mine down thru the center of my boat . Thanks
Following: I have the same question. Need to put it through the opening hole on my kayak. Thanks.
@@JamesXiaolu I order the 36 lb thust …. it’s 13/5/8 long with prop and 3/250 wide it worked on my Native Watercraft Slayer 13 .
@@oldmanonthehill8661 Thank you for your reply. It the motor with the blades can go through the rectangle hole on your Slayer 13, I think it would be good with my Slayer Propel 10 MAX, too. Thank you again.
Great video
Thanks for watching and your kind comment.
How much does the boat cost.Will they ship to Calgary Alberta Canada 🇨🇦?
I don't know what the current prices are on the boats. I suggest you go to the Porta-bote website and they have a price list there. I also believe that there is a dealer in Canada that carries them, again you can find this out on their website. Another option is to buy used, check Facebook Marketplace or the Porta-Bote owners Facebook page. Later this summer I will be fishing over in Nova Scotia. I am flying so I will not be bringing a boat. Good luck with your search!
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Your review is the best I’ve seen yet! As someone else commented my thought exactly very concise no extra fluff or agenda straight to the point super helpful. I really like your plastic ammunition can for an aerator. I was trying to think how to use a set of three of the same type of ammo cans in a plastic molded tray same as the one you have there. Thanks for the great idea I’m gonna do this. Also using a kayak paddle is awesome. I actually used one of my oars for paddling from the front similar to how guys do on paddle boards. Your method looks a lot better. I found it very difficult to get anywhere far well using the supplied oars in there oar locks was pretty slow going. It works for short distances. Going to get myself a kayak paddle now.still have mine after multiple cross country relocations break ups with women etc. It’s now over 20 years old almost like new with just a little bit of scuffs on the bottom. Was really easy to remove barnacles when I was in Sarasota Florida on Phillippi Creek. Now in a freshwater area in the Northeast. Recently looked online to see which generation 2001 9.5 foot model is Gen IV (4). Very happy with it. Was told multiple times I shouldn’t move with it or that I should throw it in the garbage. Almost sold it, but happy it’s still around and functional. Haven’t tested since this past winter it was out side along wall in freezing temps. The transom is made out of wood that looks like it was impregnated with oil base sealant black in color. Being legally blind I only run it with a trolling motor that way I can hear what’s around. I did try running it with a couple of old 1987 Sears game fisher 3.5 hp two stroke engines. Was really loud like a swarm of hornets. Slow is smooth for me smooth is fast in my case. Excellent boat I can carry it folded up by myself. Did construct a PVC trailer using old children’s bicycle wheels years ago, but left it behind. Easier just to take it to the shoreline folded open it up get everything ready to go. Biggest issue is deep cycle battery now have to replace it. Thinking about going lithium.
Blind guy in a boat, only in America I tell you
Next time you're in that area try a Rapala x rap. You won't get any reds on it, but the snook and Spanish macks love it
The Sebastian River dumps into the Indian River the Indian River dumps into the inlet with Sebastian inlet
HI! It seems like my 9.9 motor would be so heavy for this. Do you think you would trust this with a 9.9 hp. One more question. Do you know if you went out on a windless day but you encountered other boat making waves would you think that is doable?
thanks for the info...heading there tomorrow w/ the wife and my son to kayak...wondered if it was worth bringing a pole...answer, yup!
Would like to have seen you place motor on/off the boat.
Sorry I did not have that information covered. It is really easy to put the motor on. Usually I put the boat in the water next to shore with the transom end in at least 6 inches of water and then just put the motor on the transom and clamp it down. Its a very easy one man operation. One other tip is to tilt the motor before you take it off, this way you don't have to be in very deep water to take it off or put it on. Thanks for watching!
@@VikingExpeditions ok thanks for sharing your information & for your kind reply.
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You are a brave soul. I like my classic but would be scared I’d sink it trying that.
It was a perfect day and the first cloud I saw on the horizon I was back to shore.
Do you need a 4 wheel drive truck to launch at this baot ramp?
Welcome back. I truly miss your videos. I purchased a Gheenoe LT-25 w/ 25hp Tohatsu motor. Thanks
Congrats on your new boat and I hope you have a lot of fun with it!
Hey! Im here 2 years later on canal by skips marina. Only catching catfish on frozen shrimp. Can you give me a close up of your lure? Im new to fishing in general. Tx
Thanks for the review John. We also have the big Trailmanor RV, like yours, since new in 2007
Ours is a 2007 model Trailmanor also. We bought ours used in 2007 and it has been a great camper for us. Thanks for watching!
How much $ is a boat like this?? Thanks..
In the United States they sell currently for around $2,500 from www.Porta-bote.com for the 12 foot 6 inch model. You can also find them used on social media sites and the Porta-bote owners Facebook page at facebook.com/groups/69668807531/ . If you don't need the convenience of a folding boat there are less costly options out there. For me I pull a camper so I could not pull a boat on a trailer so the Porta-bote was the best option for me. I've owned quite a few small boats and I will say in its size class it performs at the top of its class in rough water. Thanks for your question and for watching!