Any Pelican Bass Raider Owners Out There?

[John St]

22 hours ago, Born 2 fish said:

If the fuse is not blown your good. If you take the fuse out you will need to connect the wires with a butt connector.And I would also put some heat shrink tubing over it.

 

Great news, I just taped the wire back together and I'm good as new.  It was getting dark when I paddled back last night, so I didn't really get a chance to look at it at when I got back.  I think what maybe happened is I had tilted the boat on its side to hose it out, and when I did so, I think the edge of the boat crimped that wire and cut it right where the in-line fuse is taped in.  I am surprised it worked at all, but I guess maybe when we were out on the water we bumped it and knocked it loose.  Thanks Born 2 Fish for your reply.

[Born 2 fish]

32 minutes ago, John St said:

Great news, I just taped the wire back together and I'm good as new.  It was getting dark when I paddled back last night, so I didn't really get a chance to look at it at when I got back.  I think what maybe happened is I had tilted the boat on its side to hose it out, and when I did so, I think the edge of the boat crimped that wire and cut it right where the in-line fuse is taped in.  I am surprised it worked at all, but I guess maybe when we were out on the water we bumped it and knocked it loose.  Thanks Born 2 Fish for your reply.

That’s great news. You should carry a extra fuse or two just in case you do blow one.

[jeffh129]

Can two people fish out of a Bass Hunter eight footer comfortably  ? I like that model cause it has the built in wheels and is the lightest of their three models. I’m 72 years old with very weak legs, so weight matters. Thanks

[OCdockskipper]

15 minutes ago, jeffh129 said:

Can two people fish out of a Bass Hunter eight footer comfortably  ? I like that model cause it has the built in wheels and is the lightest of their three models. I’m 72 years old with very weak legs, so weight matters. Thanks

The 8 foot boats are tight for two people.  Remember that each of you are sitting 18" -24" from the bow & stern, which only leaves 4 to 5 feet for both of your seats and the space between you.  If the 2nd fisherman is a kid under 10, it might not be a big deal, but two adults in an 8 foot boat is like 3 men in a tub.

 

I'd highly recommend the 10 ft models.

[Kong1824]

I just purchased a Bass Raider. I want to add some modifications/upgrades to the boat. What is the best fastener (screws, pop rivets, etc) to use?

[John St]

On 8/3/2020 at 6:52 AM, Kong1824 said:

I just purchased a Bass Raider. I want to add some modifications/upgrades to the boat. What is the best fastener (screws, pop rivets, etc) to use?

If you look through this thread, there is lots of discussion about that.  I have seen where folks have used self tapping screws, rivets, rivnuts, and well nuts.   I have never read where any of those folks have had any issues.   I got my boat a couple months ago, and I am trying to resist the temptation to drill into it (other than adding a drain plug, which seems like a must-have to me).  Good luck; these boats are a lot of fun.

[Guitarfish]

I would have no qualms about drilling holes topside.  But the previous owner of my BassHunter drilled holes in the back of the boat for the transducer and I have to be super careful not to bump it.  I knocked it loose once and had to go to several different stores for the parts for the repair.  Luckily I tore it loose on land.

 

I have seen reference to some kind of 2 part plastic epoxy that I will use if I have to repair it again.  I will probably attach a plastic mounting plate over the holes.

[FishingInSC]

On 8/3/2020 at 7:52 AM, Kong1824 said:

I just purchased a Bass Raider. I want to add some modifications/upgrades to the boat. What is the best fastener (screws, pop rivets, etc) to use?

I say...well nuts. I've used them on the Raider and my kayak without any issues.

[stlwx21]

What trailer do y'all recommend for a Pelican/Bass Hunter style boat if interstate travel is required?  I see the Northern Tool 5x8 and then there are Jet Ski/PWC trailers.  I'd need to trailer to be highway speed rated as I plan to travel with the boat.

[D Rock]

8 hours ago, stlwx21 said:

What trailer do y'all recommend for a Pelican/Bass Hunter style boat if interstate travel is required?  I see the Northern Tool 5x8 and then there are Jet Ski/PWC trailers.  I'd need to trailer to be highway speed rated as I plan to travel with the boat.

For higher speed just make sure you don't get small rims and tires. I have a small trailer that I built and put 8 inch rims I regret it and wish I would've just bought 12 inch. I can still drive 70mph with no problems 

 

[John St]

I live on a small 9 acre lake.  The banks are lined with riprap.  I have cleared the riprap from an area just large enough for me to drag my bass raider in and out.  Right now I just lay astroturf-type carpet over the dirt to drag the boat on, but I am trying to figure out how to avoid dragging the carpet around in the future.  I have thought about laying sand or pea gravel.  I am afraid the sand will get nasty and buggy, but then I am also afraid the pea gravel will scratch the hull over time.  Any suggestions from this intelligent group?

[Guitarfish]

No intelligence here, lol.  The California delta is lined with rip rap in a lot of good launch areas.  I was always afraid I'd scratch a gouge in the plastic of my Basshunter.   The carpet sounds like a great idea.  But like you said, heavy and bulky.

 

If the launch is permanent,  I say mix it, more sand than gravel.  You will get scratches but we all have them on our boats without serious issue.  I put in where I could over the years and my hull shows it but it's still in fine shape.

[jeffh129]

If theft won’t be an issue, lay three or four pieces of pvc piping down and just slide the boat over the pvc. The pipe should be slightly longer than the boat is wide.Leave the pvc there for next time. If theft is an issue, just carry them along in your truck.

[John St]

On 9/21/2020 at 3:03 PM, jeffh129 said:

If theft won’t be an issue, lay three or four pieces of pvc piping down and just slide the boat over the pvc. The pipe should be slightly longer than the boat is wide.Leave the pvc there for next time. If theft is an issue, just carry them along in your truck.

I like the general idea!  Maybe I could partially bury some 4-6 inch PVC and make it semi-permanent.  It's on my property.  What do you think?

[Tuna]

For a pond I fish, I dug out a recessed slip. Now, I just step in step out.

[Poney]

Its been awhile since I last posted, and the Bass Raider has come along way. 

Just thought Id share an update on some of the mods Ive done. 

 

-added a U Bolt up front for the winch on a modified jon boat trailer

- removeable casting deck held with a couple of wing nuts attached to a couple of post mounted into the rod holders

- storage drawer underneath the deck

- yak attack alum tracks to hold a battery box /fish finder

- 45lb minkota bow mount trolling motor with extension handle 

- 50lb minkota transom mount trolling motor 

- dual 114 ah exide batteries

- superstick shallow water anchor with mount

- custom made seat bracket to add strength and height

- carpet/plywood floor

- tempress seat

- bungee straps to hold rods down

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Christ2000]

Hello i just waiting my PELICAN BASS RAIDER 10e, i want to use in saltwater inlet, what are your recommendation on this? manufacture just recommend me clean with freshwater after use

 

Thanks

[John St]

Christ2000, sorry you haven't gotten any replies.  I live in a freshwater location so I'm unable to help.  I do think somewhere on this thread, saltwater has been discussed.  Maybe do a search for it.

[Bassin_0502]

On 11/29/2020 at 12:49 PM, Christ2000 said:

Hello i just waiting my PELICAN BASS RAIDER 10e, i want to use in saltwater inlet, what are your recommendation on this? manufacture just recommend me clean with freshwater after use

 

Thanks

Salt water won't be an issue for the boat, but if your trolling motor isn't made for salt or brackish water it will be its maiden and likely FINAL voyage! Good luck.

[smithco]

I'm thinking of buying a 10e.  Does anyone know of someone or someplace that does the outfitting/mods?  I'll need a trailer

[TheGoochinator]

What mods do you want to do? Read this entire thread and watch the YouTube vids pertaining to the Bass Raider 10e. The mods are all DIY. You can do it.

 

Here is a good trailer: https://www.harborfreight.com/1195-lb-capacity-48-in-x-96-in-heavy-duty-folding-trailer-62648.html

[StillDoc]

I have a brand new Endura C2 50, Minn Kota Battery Box, Interstate Batteries Deep Cycle 24DC 685 Marine Cranking Amp Battery and a Bass Raider 10e.

After charging the battery over night, pressing the level button on the battery box showed full charge just before taking the boat out. With two people weighing a total of about 330#, going into a 5-10 mph wind on still lake water for about 20 minutes at full power, then maneuvering around for about 20 min on power level 1-3, the battery box showed red. We were still able to get back to the boat ramp on max power with no wind, but we assisted the motor by paddling. Upon return home, the battery box indicator was yellow - the second lowest while a volt meter reading was 11.9v.

 

I'm trying to reconcile the low reading on the battery box, but 11.9v on the volt meter and I'm concerned that the power drained so quickly. It seems that we should have been able to run at full power, drawing 50 amps, for 1.6 hours with a 12v DC marine battery rated at 81 amp hours.

 

What are your thoughts? Should I return the battery or the battery box? What is your experience with running a Minn Kota C2 50 (or 55 that draws the same amps)?

[MN Fisher]

Should have gone with a deep-cycle battery instead of a 'multi-purpose' one...those starting batteries drain quickly under a constant load. Also, lead-acid batteries don't like being drawn down to under 1/2 their AH rating.

[StillDoc]

MN Fisher, thank you for your reply, but as I mentioned in my post, this is a deep cycle marine battery. Should I get a different one?

[MN Fisher]

10 minutes ago, StillDoc said:

MN Fisher, thank you for your reply, but as I mentioned in my post, this is a deep cycle marine battery. Should I get a different one?

You also mentioned "685 Marine Cranking Amp" - that tells me it's a dual-purpose battery, not a pure deep-cycle.