question for jon boat anglers

[stew6371]

these boats are not recommended for large bodies of water. how big of a lake have you had your boat on and how big would you go? thanks

[Bassn Blvd]

I've had my 10' jon boat in the intracoastal waterway, inlet, ocean ( but I was a crazy idiot in my youth).  You have to be cautious of the wind and how far from safety you are in case the waves pick up or storm moves in.  I don't worry how deep the water is, just how quick I can get to safety if need be.

[ktm851]

yea i also got a 10 footer and i take mine out on the river all the time with the barges and the big v bottoms. like bassn blvd said u just gotta pay attention. ive had it out on some pretty big lakes also and ive never had problems

[stew6371]

THANKS FOR THE INFO. WE HAVE A BUNCH OF LAKES HERE UNDER 1500 ACRES THAT I PLAN ON STICKING TO MOST OF THE TIME.

[jemackinnon83]

I fished Lake Conroe today in my 12 footer.  20,000 acre lake.  I'm very restricted on where I can go though:).

[Grey Wolf]

800 acres is the largest lake I use my 14' on. I couldn't imagine putting it on a river with barges running the river.

[Catt]

Toledo Bend Reservoir 190,000 acres in a 14-16'

With absolutely no problems; you just have to learn where the boat launches are near where you plan on fishing. Learn your limitations and stay with them; keep an eye on the weather & an ear on the weather radio.  

[FishingBuds]

Learn your limitations and stay with them; keep an eye on the weather & an ear on the weather radio.

exactly

[brgbassmaster]

i have had mine on as small as 200 acres up to 32,000 acres so and mine is a 14ft 7horse power and a foot pedal 40lb thrust minn kota. never had any problems.

[Chris at Tech]

Depends how much motor power and batteries you can carry

[d.hark]

Just use common sense and you can take it anywhere.