Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Float Tube Fishing Forum E-Zine

The 2020 Re-Launch of the Float Tube Fishing Forum E-Zine.  If you are interested in being apart or would like to advertise with us please contact us at the following. floattubefishingforum73@gmail.com


Saturday, December 28, 2019

Why We Do, What We Do

7:30 am and the 3rd walker has noticed me and stopped with an inquisitive look, and yet again I hear what is that, what are you doing, are your legs in the water.  These questions are so normal any more I don't even stop in my backcast to answer.  Yet no matter how much time we spend in the water people cannot help but stop to find out more.  I think people generally think I am crazy, but truth be told I think they are crazy.  Why do you float tube what is it that makes you want more time on the water?  I believe it lies in the 5 senses.




I have been float tube fishing for the last 20 years now, never as much as I would like but I do get out and enjoy my time when I do.  When I was fresh out of high school my hobby was mountain biking, and then like now I have always had a smile on my face after a day immersed in my hobby.  Think of your 5 senses which feed our soul all the outside stimuli we crave.  The sights in most cases are very important and being on the water feed this need very well.  The sunrise from most waters are just amazing, and there is why we do what we do.

watching the sunlight dance on the water.  Me personally I love to look through the water to the world below, my mind is filled with unlimited possibilities as I soak in all the visual stimuli.  The smells of the outdoors have always been a pleasure to me, and when I am floating on the water you are in the middle of all those smells.  Smells lead to memories and when I am out there certain smells will trigger those memories from the past, of fish caught and good times spent with friends and families.

The sound of the water or the wind, are very instrumental in our absorbing the environment.  Add to this the sound of the birds, wildlife, and the anticipation of hearing a fish break free of the water and return to the deep.  These sounds help heighten your senses and keep you in a sense of calm excitement.  Not many would agree that the taste of the outdoors would be a great thing but I say they have not experienced it as it should be.  To start early in the morning and

 get that taste of the salt in the air from the harbor we are float tube fishing, grounds you and give you the feeling of being one with your surroundings.  This leaves us with only touch left and I hold this for last because the ultimate reward for a great day of float tube fishing is to have a chance to touch your objective.  To be able to touch your reward the fish you are hunting is to make the moment real.  To hold your catch up as a picture is taken is a reward within a reward.  And even better yet with the chance to touch or hard work, we can let it go and hope to conquer it again sometime in the future.  Why do I float tube, as you can see its to feed my soul through the 5
 senses and because of the sights, sounds, tastes, smells, and

 touch I can never get enough and I always am looking for more.  I hope you can join me someday as I am sure you will see that your soul is craving the same.

Monday, September 30, 2019

Big News On the Maxxon Inflatable

That is right you read that correct we have some big news on the Maxxon Inflatable Boats.  So what is it the prices have been dropped. 

The pricing is now as follows:

The Maxxon XPW 240 was $1299 and now is listed at $849.98

The Maxxon XPW 239 was $799 and now is listed at $549.98

These prices are crazy and have already started to spark excitement on these boats.  The Maxxon Inflatable boats are hybrid boats that are made to last.  These hybrid boats are bladderless with glued heat-sealed seams.  The Maxxon line was built with one goal in mind and great fishing experience, and man did they hit there mark.  To order contact us at - floattubefishingforum73@gmail.com or use or Square store - https://squareup.com/store/floattubeforum
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XPW 239

XPW 240



Friday, April 12, 2019

6 reasons you should be using the Maxxon XPW 240

The 6 reasons you should be using the Maxxon XPW 240

1. It’s Comfortable -  Once this boat is on the water and you have the seat and backrest set up, you can spend hours on the water without any need to readjust for lack of comfort.  The XPW 240 is ready to give you a great day on the water.

2. It’s Customizable - With the XPW 240s GTS system in place let your imagination run wild.  This Grommet Track System gives you attachment point on both sides of the boat from front to back.  Create rod racks, tackle systems, or fishfinder mount ideas and have plenty of attachment points to make your customizations work for you.

3. It’s Nimble -  Don’t let the size and length fool you, the XPW 240 is by far one of the most nimble inflatable boats on the market.  This boat glides through the water with ease and can turn on a dime.  Weather fishing wide open waters or the tight slips of your local harbors the XPW 240 will handle it all.

4. It’s Stowable -  At a length of 7 ft 10 in. and 4 ft 1 in. wide you would think this boat is to big to store and transport.  Remember this is an inflatable it will break down and pack everything away into a carry bag roughly only 4 ft by 3 ft.  As you can see the XPW 240 can be stowed in it carry bag and transported in the trunk of a car or stored in a closet at home.

5. It’s Adaptable -  Kick with your fins, or row with the attached oars, maybe add a trolling motor using the motor transom.  This boat adapts you your needs on the water.  Use a trolling motor to reach your favorite fishing hole quicker than your friends.  Use the oars to get you out of a jam if you find yourself in one, or simply kick with your fins to maintain that stealth mode.  Whatever you need the XPW 240 has it ready for you.

6. It’s Sleek - Or better explained as a low profile which put the XPW 240 is in the neutral plan.  The flat nature of this inflatable boat puts you above the current in the water yet just below the wind line as well.  What does this mean less struggle for you on those days the current is strong of the winds are whipping.  You can now spend less time trying to stay on your spots and more time fishing your spots.

The Maxxon XPW 240 it's the next level.


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Tuesday, February 26, 2019

What type of float tube should I choose

I was recently asked why would you choose a standard float tube or a Hybrid float tube.  Here is was I said for a response.

I believe that it is really up to the individual and their personal needs and wants.  I can see that is a fisherman that float tubes a few times a year would see value in a basic bladder type float tube.  You would not have to spend a lot really under $200 and you are in a great tube that will do great.



But if you are like me and when you fish it is from a float tube then they hybrids are the boats you should be looking for.  They are pricy, but you know the old saying you get what you pay for.  They Hybrid boars have no bladders and are made of PVC or Hypolone materials.  They are long lasting materials so if you take care of them they will last you for years to come.


This is just the basic and there is more to this than this but, simple food for thought here guys are you a die-hard tuber.  Or are you just the type of fisherman that loves to break out a tube for the trout opener and maybe once or twice more for the year.  Once you understand this about yourself you can make a better choice Standard or hybrid.

If you have any questions or want to know more come check us out at the Float Tube Fishing Forum