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T-top for center console. Thoughts?
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:14 am
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:14 am
So my dad will be buying a 24' bay boat soon and some guys from work are barking in his ear saying he shouldn't get one. Personally, I'm not worried about it getting in my way while casting because i have more of a sidearm cast. I think they look better and it would be really nice to have some shade during those hot arse summer days. For those of you that have them and those who don't, what are your pros and cons? TIA 
ETA: for those who were hoping I was talking tank tops. Enoy.
ETA: for those who were hoping I was talking tank tops. Enoy.
This post was edited on 10/13/11 at 9:16 am
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Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:21 am to PapaPogey
I'm a fan of T-tops
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:23 am to PapaPogey
I love t-tops. Yes, it can get in the way. BUT it is so nice to have that shade on hot summer days.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:25 am to PapaPogey
Dude,when I got my boat,I went through this exact same thing.
I have a family who likes to fish so I knew I had to have some shade to get under.
I also like to do a bunch of fishing where there are low bridges that I have to go under.
T-tops allow you to still fish while they're up so I knew I needed one instead of a bimini.
Check out what I found.
I've had it on my boat for 4 years now.
Taylor Bimi-Tee
Have to get under a bridge? Just pull 2 pins and unscrew two hand screws and the entire thing comes off.Only weighs about 20 LBS.
I have a family who likes to fish so I knew I had to have some shade to get under.
I also like to do a bunch of fishing where there are low bridges that I have to go under.
T-tops allow you to still fish while they're up so I knew I needed one instead of a bimini.
Check out what I found.
I've had it on my boat for 4 years now.
Taylor Bimi-Tee
Have to get under a bridge? Just pull 2 pins and unscrew two hand screws and the entire thing comes off.Only weighs about 20 LBS.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:27 am to PapaPogey
on a 24ft boat it could get in the wat if you are fishing with 8 people. Tell your dad to go to a place that installs them and get on a boat and see how much room it takes up.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:28 am to PapaPogey
If you will be doing a decent amount of close in rig fishing for mangroves, red snapper, cobia, etc... I think the t-top is the way to go. The t-top gives you additional rod storage and a good place to mount electronics.
On the other hand, if you will be fishing 3+ people for trout/redfish on a regular basis, a t-top gets in the way. It just depends on what you do most of the time.
On the other hand, if you will be fishing 3+ people for trout/redfish on a regular basis, a t-top gets in the way. It just depends on what you do most of the time.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:31 am to PapaPogey
and its a good place to strap that kayak to you will getting. He can drop you off way the hell out there
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:33 am to dke2
quote:
that kayak to you will getting
Kayaks are for girls. Motors are for men!
Meaux, that looks awesome. I'll have to send him this way to read some of these responses. We will most likely be fishing for trout with several people on the boat, but I'm one less fisherman to worry about.
This post was edited on 10/13/11 at 9:35 am
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:36 am to meauxjeaux2
quote:
Have to get under a bridge? Just pull 2 pins and unscrew two hand screws and the entire thing comes off.Only weighs about 20 LBS.
That's my only concern with t-tops (low bridges) and seems like yours covers it. I wouldn't worry about it when casting especially on a 24' boat.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:38 am to PapaPogey
quote:
We will most likely be fishing for trout with several people on the boat, but I'm one less fisherman to worry about.
You will cuss a permanent mount T-top when you come across that low bridge you are trying to get under.
It will happen when inshore fishing for Specs & Reds.
Hell,it could leave you stranded if you go under something on a low tide and try to get back high tide.
frick that noise.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:39 am to PapaPogey
damn you let some chicks steal your kayak, bishes getting over
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:39 am to Boats n Hose
There aren't too many low bridges around Dulac that I can recall. Not a big worry of mine.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:40 am to PapaPogey
If you'll be fishing a bunch of people then I wouldn't suggest one. My dad put one on his 21ft center console and we comfortably fish 3-4 people out of it with no problems. His stance; if more people want to go they can get their own damn boat. Plus they look badass. This one was built by a company out of New Iberia.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:44 am to YOURADHERE
Only way I'd get a permanent mount t-top.
24' Yellowfin with remote steering
24' Yellowfin with remote steering
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:49 am to meauxjeaux2
:ragingboner: That YF is unbelievable. If only I could talk my dad into spending that kinda cash. 
That top looks great! You don't know the name of the company by any chance???
quote:
YOURADHERE
That top looks great! You don't know the name of the company by any chance???
This post was edited on 10/13/11 at 9:50 am
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:51 am to PapaPogey
quote:
:ragingboner:
sans t-top
Just to keep things in perspective
Look at this bitch
Posted on 10/13/11 at 9:57 am to PapaPogey
Sterling Upholestry in New Iberia. They fab up everything to your liking. I believe they made the leaning post as well. Very well made and pretty tough.
ETA:
Sterling's Upholstery & Fabrication, LLC.
1002 Hwy 90 East
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 364-0783
(337) 364-1859
ETA:
Sterling's Upholstery & Fabrication, LLC.
1002 Hwy 90 East
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 364-0783
(337) 364-1859
This post was edited on 10/13/11 at 10:01 am
Posted on 10/13/11 at 10:02 am to YOURADHERE
Thanks buddy.
How does YF make something look so simple but soooo good.
How does YF make something look so simple but soooo good.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 10:05 am to PapaPogey
I would not own a 20'+ center console without one. Makes a great place for antennas and rod storage. Plus gives you a place to get out the sun. I have never had a problem with them getting in the way either as I mainly side arm cast anyway.
Posted on 10/13/11 at 10:08 am to PapaPogey
I like that kind of T-top
you can keep those going all day!
you can keep those going all day!
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