Sunday, January 29, 2012

New Driftboat Manufacturer

A new drift boat manufacturer, Stealth Craft, made a big splash at the 2012 Fly Fishing Show in Somerset, NJ this weekend.  Brief questions with the gentleman manning the craft suggested that it was nearly infinitely configurable.  The size large drifter was outfitted with substantial seating, a DeYoung paint job, bottle openers at each oar lock, floor mounted-flush beverage holders, headlights, under ledge accent lighting, diamond plate accents, an electric anchor lift and a charging port for smart phones / iPads.  It also contained the usual appointments of rod holders, leg braces and storage.



When queried about other electrical options the promoter stated that switches for electrical components, including the anchor, could be placed within the oar handles and that the battery capacity exceeded 8 hours of continuous operations.

As I looked on only a few additional options came to mind; a mini-fridge, heated seats, a PA system, electric water cannon with oar mounted targeting system, kegerator and underwater camera came to mind.  Now that would be a fine vessel!

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