Bass Raider 10E

[Kevin Sanchez]

I was recently given a bass raider 10e by my dad. I have fished out of it many times before it was given to me. I'm in the process of "rigging" it out to actually make it a functional fishing boat. I've already put rubber bungee cord rod holders,cup holders,rope tie downs,a Scotty anchor line holder,battery tray and added 7" swivel pedestal to the seat. I plan to add a 3/4" plywood subfloor and wrap it in grey outdoor carpet as well as a couple cargo nets. I purchased a 50 lb thrust Minnkota trolling motor off of Craigslist too. I also plan on buying a depth finder as well. In the past I've always had the trolling motor at the rear of the boat. I've read some forms that it handles much better at the on the front when a rudder is attached to the back for more control. I cannot find a rudder for this boat anywhere online or in the stores. Is there a easy way to make a rudder? Thank you for your help and advice! 

[Darren.]

Welcome aboard, Kevin!

 

Sounds like you're well on your way to setting up a 

fine fishing machine. As for trolling motor, you may

enjoy a bow mount (front) especially if you get one

with foot control. Would keep your hands relatively

free to fish and guide the boat with full view of the

territory in front of you.

 

As for rudders, you may be able to buy one for a

kayak and DIY mount it. But I'm not aware of any

specifically for Bass Raiders.

[Chowderhead]

Welcome to the forum. There is a detailed thread about the 10e - lots of great info. If I recall correctly, there is a fair amount of discussion about homemade rudders in the thread. 

 

 

[Kevin Sanchez]

Thank y'all very much for the help thus far. I have looked at the Bigfoot foot pad that you splice into the wiring for trolling motor. Yes I think I've decided to go with bow mount that way I can fish like in a big boat. I tried to upload pictures of progress so far but says files are too large. Any other help will be greatly appreciated.