01-26-2013, 02:57 AM
I am going to point out a couple things. First FG is correct. If you get this boat your going to have to do a lot of work balancing that boat. If you look at the back rack where the motor goes and the battery. The rack sits WAY back. The motor and battery are so far back that it will cause you to pop wheelies kind of like this.
![[Image: Deckedoutpontoon.jpg]](http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd294/idahoron/Pontoons/Deckedoutpontoon.jpg)
This boat has a little different shape on the pontoon but I only have about 30 pounds on this one. The problem is the distance the rack is back, and where it is on the rockers. Now in this picture I have more weight but I did like FG said I moved the frame forward.
![[Image: Ronslewistonpig1.jpg]](http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd294/idahoron/Pontoons/Ronslewistonpig1.jpg)
Now think about a 60 or 70 pound battery and a 30 or so pound motor. This boat is going to be tough to get to balance.
In this picture look at where my battery is. It is right behind the seat. Look at the one your thinking about. The battery is going to be about a foot or more farther back. This again will cause the front end to pop up. Look at this picture to see how close this battery is behind the seat.
![[Image: 7-17-10-07A.jpg]](http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd294/idahoron/Pontoons/7-17-10-07A.jpg)
Next I am going to talk about the fabric on the pontoons. It is nylon kind of like cordura. This material is kind of tough but, stickers or thorns pose a real problem. they can stick right through the weave. Another thing is the weave will allow sand to creep into the area with the bladders. What happens is the sand wears on the bladders and will cause premature failure. Keeping them clean on the inside and out is the only option. PVC covers are the best. 500 denier is in my opinion minimum. 1000 denier is better.
I hate to sound like I am all doom and gloom about them. I have two of the sports. They are light and will do ok for light duty. I use mine a couple times a year, My son uses his a lot and likes it.
All that said I am going to recommend you take your time figuring out the best pontoon for you. I hope I have pointed out a few things to think about. If you have any questions feel free to ask if you need help. Ron
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This boat has a little different shape on the pontoon but I only have about 30 pounds on this one. The problem is the distance the rack is back, and where it is on the rockers. Now in this picture I have more weight but I did like FG said I moved the frame forward.
Now think about a 60 or 70 pound battery and a 30 or so pound motor. This boat is going to be tough to get to balance.
In this picture look at where my battery is. It is right behind the seat. Look at the one your thinking about. The battery is going to be about a foot or more farther back. This again will cause the front end to pop up. Look at this picture to see how close this battery is behind the seat.
Next I am going to talk about the fabric on the pontoons. It is nylon kind of like cordura. This material is kind of tough but, stickers or thorns pose a real problem. they can stick right through the weave. Another thing is the weave will allow sand to creep into the area with the bladders. What happens is the sand wears on the bladders and will cause premature failure. Keeping them clean on the inside and out is the only option. PVC covers are the best. 500 denier is in my opinion minimum. 1000 denier is better.
I hate to sound like I am all doom and gloom about them. I have two of the sports. They are light and will do ok for light duty. I use mine a couple times a year, My son uses his a lot and likes it.
All that said I am going to recommend you take your time figuring out the best pontoon for you. I hope I have pointed out a few things to think about. If you have any questions feel free to ask if you need help. Ron
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