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Posted on 4/13/18 at 11:48 am to AlxTgr
Flats Boats can be dangerous to drive. In fact the USCG issued alerts to a number of Flats Boats manufacturers as having boats which were unsafe. The USCG made those manufacturers place warning labels on the boat and asked the boat manufacturers to consider engineering modifications including the adding of a stabilizing fin on the motor
The USCG found that many manufacturers had models that would go into uncontrolled 180 degree turns in which the bow of the boat went down into the water and the prop went up in the air.
Rockport
The USCG found that many manufacturers had models that would go into uncontrolled 180 degree turns in which the bow of the boat went down into the water and the prop went up in the air.
Rockport
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Posted on 4/13/18 at 11:52 am to Slickback
Welp...think I’m getting overruled on it. Wife told me I can’t have it. 
Not really, but she made a good point. I’ll need something bigger with two kids.
If anyone is interested it’s a slick boat. He’ll probably let it go for $10k and it has an 08 Optimax 115 (bought in 2010). The boat is a 2001 Backcountry Flats 169 Ghost which was designed/built by the guy that makes Yellowfin now.
Not really, but she made a good point. I’ll need something bigger with two kids.
If anyone is interested it’s a slick boat. He’ll probably let it go for $10k and it has an 08 Optimax 115 (bought in 2010). The boat is a 2001 Backcountry Flats 169 Ghost which was designed/built by the guy that makes Yellowfin now.
Posted on 4/13/18 at 12:44 pm to MrLSU
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Flats Boats can be dangerous to drive
No more dangerous than any other boat.
Any inexperienced boater can get themselves in a dangerous situation quickly. Take time to learn your boat.
Posted on 4/13/18 at 1:12 pm to MrLSU
quote:
Flats Boats can be dangerous to drive
what? I also heard that water can be wet.
Posted on 4/13/18 at 1:17 pm to MrLSU
I've seen a 47' Fountain do the same thing.
Play stupid games....
Boats aren't are suppose to turn sharp at wide open throttle.
Hammer down on a car and try a sharp turn and see what happens.
Play stupid games....
Boats aren't are suppose to turn sharp at wide open throttle.
Hammer down on a car and try a sharp turn and see what happens.
Posted on 4/13/18 at 1:56 pm to Slickback
I have a 22ft majek extreme that can do all of the things you're looking to do. Floats in about 8.5 to 9" of water, can handle a 2 ft chop like a pro (very dry ride) and can accommodate a family. Another plus is it will flat out haul arse!
Posted on 4/13/18 at 2:52 pm to gplayerjr
Majek's 22' extreme will not float in 9" of water. I've spent a whole lot of time fishing on both the 22' and the 25'. Great boats, but it needs every bit of a foot to float. I'd actually be surprised if the draft advertised by Majek themselves was less than a foot.
If you're looking into flats boats, Majek is a great option. Same with Lake & Bay. Dockside Marine in Bogalusa regularly has Majeks in stock.
If you're looking into flats boats, Majek is a great option. Same with Lake & Bay. Dockside Marine in Bogalusa regularly has Majeks in stock.
This post was edited on 4/13/18 at 2:54 pm
Posted on 4/13/18 at 3:48 pm to MrLSU
Here is an FAQ on this issue. From it:
quote:
Q: What types of boats are prone to an end swapping event?
A: First and foremost are boats specifically designed for shallow water fishing. The majority of these boats are mostly flat-deck with little or no gunnels or railings and in general seating for two at the operating station.
quote:
Q: What are some common names used for the style of shallow water boats prone to an end swapping event?
A: Texas Flats Boats Texas Flats skiffs sled boats Tunnel Vee Boats.
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