So you finally got that bass boat, you and your partner are ready to go crappie fishing. One
problem, one of you has to sit at the back of the boat. Let me tell you a way both fishermen
can sit comfortably on the front deck without defacing your new boat. It’s called the Side Kick
Double Seat by Millennium Marine (www.millenniummarine.com). It’s not a brand new concept
or invention, double seat holders have been around for quite some time. The Millennium
engineers simply made lots of improvements to an existing product. In other words, they put
their spin on it and made a good thing great. Here are a few improvements:
• 3 independent feet added to each of the seat pedestals for improved stability in rough
water. This also eliminated the skid, rocking, and movement of the seats.
• Up to 17” horizontal adjustment – locking screws that hold the adjustment in place
• Height adjustment pins for changing seat position for added comfort.
• Fits any 3⁄4” pin/screw type receptacle – will accept the 1.77” Ranger pin as the center post.
• Designed for the Crappie or Catfish Fishermen
• Hand nuts and pins – no wrenches needed for adjustments.
• The Pivoting Center is perfect for adding an Umbrella on those hot days.
• All Materials are made of Anodized Aluminum
I recommend any boater that wants to employ either spider-rigging or long-lining
techniques to try the Side Kick Double Seat. It’s well worth the
investment and it gives you flexibility. I installed seat bases
at the front and back of my boat. The only problem is the
seats are too close for comfort when I’m fishing with an extra-large person like myself. I
purchased the bent poles and they gave me about 8 inches of separation between each seat
and about 4 inches to the back. That’s just not enough space to sit comfortably for 8 to 10
hours of fishing.
I was introduced to the SideKick by Gene Johnson, an Independent Consultant to Millennium.
Gene said, “It’s the safest double seat on the market. I’ve had issues with some of the others
dumping fishermen in the lake. This
seat hold stays where you put it. You’re
got numerous adjustments that allow
you to get it in your sweet spot.”
Crappie tournament fisherman and Mr.
Crappie Pro-Staffer David McWilliams
said, “I switched to the SideKick
because the other double seat holder
would tend to walk up and back after a
while. The SideKick stays put. I have to
be careful when fishing with my 7-
year-old son, I can put a small seat on
the pivoting center post and he can sit
there all day between me and my adult
partner. He loves every minute. I
added the Shade Tree Fishing Umbrella
Holder (U-571-00) and we can fish all
day in the summer”
Oh well, I was saving the Umbrella Holder for a different article, but since David mentioned it, I
might as well add it to my recommendations. The Umbrella Holder can also serve as a net
holder. As with all Millennium products
adjustments and locking are the
keywords. The holder fits all standard seat
posts. It has telescoping adjustments
allowing you to move the umbrella out or
up close to your seat. It attaches directly
to the SideKick Double Seat Holder and it
can swivel up to 360 degrees for
maximum protection.
Try it for yourself. If you’re not satisfied
you can easily sell it to some of your
buddies. When I say these are two hot
and innovative fishing products don’t just
take my word, give them a try, you’ll be glad you listened. Bernard
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