Considering a frameless pontoon
I need a floating vessel I can transport in my Versa hatchback. My car can't tow, so I've thought about getting a pontoon. I live in a second floor apartment, and would have to haul it up a flight of stairs too. So I need something pretty light that packs down small. I don't want a pontoon with a frame, because I would have to break it down every time. This would be for fishing smaller lakes, ponds and reservoirs. I don't anticipate doing any river floating, but it would be nice to have the option.
At the moment, I'm considering two choices, the Sea Eagle 285 or the NFO Outlaw Renegade.
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Outlaw Renegade
Sea Eagle Pros - I like the seat position better than the Renegade. I also like the solid floor. Don't have to use waders. It's cheaper.
Sea Eagle Cons - Warranty is shorter. It's 3 years on the 285. Lower weight limit. Heavier than the Renegade. No whitewater rating.
Renegade Pros - Lighter. Longer warranty. Higher weight limit. High whitewater rating.
Renegade Cons - Low seat. Need waders if you don't want to get wet. Open floor. Get a case of butterfingers in the Renegade and your stuff goes in the drink. I've heard of some bad experiences with NFO's warranty service.
If I go with the Sea Eagle, I would be getting the PRO package.
Does anyone have any experience with these? Any other suggestions?
Don't worry, catch crappie.