mother-ship idea

[Sdspeed]

It looks like I may not be able to use a kayak to fish due to back issues. So i found this 18" center console with an economical outboard on it,bait tank,ice chest, gps/ff etc. what i was thinking was if i constructed padded racks to hang above the water line on each side to support a kayak and perhaps carry 1 more in the boat would it possible that the guys could get in and out of their kayaks without going swimming. That way i could stay on the boat and enjoy the fishing and company and the adventurous kayaker could go further out, fish and put the kayak back on-board and ride back to shore bragging about the one that got away !

would it work?

[jorluivil]

Unless you're planning on moving at 5kts the racks will have to be made out of something other than PVC. I don't think that hanging the racks on the port and starboard side will be able to support the kayak(s), the amount of force that is put on a boat when the bow hits a water will be to much for the pvc and there is a very good chance it will break. It would probably be a better idea to sell all your kayak gear and invest in a new tower for the boat.

[Sdspeed]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

Unless you're planning on moving at 5kts the racks will have to be made out of something other than PVC. I don't think that hanging the racks on the port and starboard side will be able to support the kayak(s), the amount of force that is put on a boat when the bow hits a water will be to much for the pvc and there is a very good chance it will break. It would probably be a better idea to sell all your kayak gear and invest in a new tower for the boat.

who said anything about PVC.

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

Unless you're planning on moving at 5kts the racks will have to be made out of something other than PVC. I don't think that hanging the racks on the port and starboard side will be able to support the kayak(s), the amount of force that is put on a boat when the bow hits a water will be to much for the pvc and there is a very good chance it will break. It would probably be a better idea to sell all your kayak gear and invest in a new tower for the boat.

Originally Posted by Sdspeed

who said anything about PVC.

No one said it was, I was simply implying that you should make it out of something other than PVC. But what do I know about how a boat works, I've never owned.



or have I

[jorluivil]

OK, all kidding aside. If you're planning on heading out in open water hanging them off the side regardless of whether you use aluminum or not will cause to much of a strain on the rack and the boat. I was a private boater for roughly six years, I know what it's like to be on a boat that is constantly pounding waves, crossing the Catalina Channel at 2pm is no joke. If my feet and boat took a beating from the constant pounding of the boat I can't imagine what kind of strain you would be putting on a rack that hangs over the side. I would recommend you just strap them to the bow, tow them or lean them on either side of the boat.

[bus kid]

Its a good idea but unless you only plan on 4 people fishing you better get a bigger boat. The weight of kayaks, racks and anglers is going to be a issue for a 18 foot boat.

Originally Posted by jorluivil

But what do I know about how a boat works, I've never owned.
or have I

[Sdspeed]

Originally Posted by bus kid

Its a good idea but unless you only plan on 4 people fishing you better get a bigger boat. The weight of kayaks, racks and anglers is going to be a issue for a 18 foot boat.

Your right, I was just thinking me and 2 or 3 guys that want to fish from their kayaks. I was thinking of a rack that would most likely be resting on the gunnel not swinging from the side.

What I was wondering was can a angler get in and out of the kayak once your on site, I realize the Real Mothership uses a oversized swim step.

Just thought with a little engineering a few guys could go a little further out and I wouldn't have to fish alone. Not looking to start a business. just more Fun!

[Mongo Johnson]

27' Carolina Skiff -- The Kayak Mother Ship
Comfortable Seating for Six

Fully Coast Guard Equipped
Live Well
Motor Jack Plate for Shallow and Deep Water Fishing -- Runs in 12" Fully Loaded
GPS
VHF Marine Radio
Cellular Phone
Bimini Top for Shade
Iced Coolers and Island Music FM Stereo/CD!
Recommended for up to Six Anglers -- Bring the Whole Family
2 Hot Spiced deck girls optional

[Sdspeed]

Originally Posted by Mongo Johnson

27' Carolina Skiff -- The Kayak Mother Ship
Comfortable Seating for Six

Fully Coast Guard Equipped
Live Well
Motor Jack Plate for Shallow and Deep Water Fishing -- Runs in 12" Fully Loaded
GPS
VHF Marine Radio
Cellular Phone
Bimini Top for Shade
Iced Coolers and Island Music FM Stereo/CD!
Recommended for up to Six Anglers -- Bring the Whole Family
2 Hot Spiced deck girls optional

see this wasn't that tough of question

[Biggameaddict]

You can tie the yaks down on the side of the boat if theres room.or lay em flat on the ground.