EveretteD Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 I just got a new drift boat a couple weeks ago. Haven't got her wet yet though... Couple weeks still before I have my maiden voyage.. Just wondering what "things" I should have in the vessel ie: safety gear, survival maybe, or just must haves or might be nice to have. thanks for the help and no one say life jackets, I have that one already covered Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdangler Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 First Aid Kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfly Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 TV. Beer Cooler,swivel recliners heater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcubed Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Check the regs, you are required to have certain things (throw rope, etc). Other then that KISS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bigdirty Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Just wondering what "things" might be nice to have. no one has stated the obvious. you need me! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vitalshok Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Me please ,pretty please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EveretteD Posted May 14, 2014 Author Share Posted May 14, 2014 TV. Beer Cooler,swivel recliners heater If i had these i would just live in the boat. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tungsten Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Fire starter of some sort,rain coat, spot light,knife that can cut anchor rope in a hurry,BBQ,sunglass cleaner and a spare plug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfly Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 If i had these i would just live in the boat. What else could one want Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lad Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 A Ram mount for camera or video camera so you can relive the catch next January. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishinglibin Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 toilet, wet bar, hot tub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vagabond Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Temp foreign worker to row while you fish. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutlover Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 illegals are cheaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDoctor Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 A wise old curmudgeon to accompany you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonAndersen Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 A blow up doll for pit stops. The one I found on the Livingstone is still looking for her sugar Daddy. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyFishingEMT Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 x2 on the extra plug! Terrible thing not to have when your buddy tries to be helpful and shears it off by over tightening it. Also TP in a ziplock, axe, spare oar, slingshot, flashlight, lighter and something very combustable to keep things interesting. What kind of boat did you get? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpinkster Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Not sure if it's been mentioned already, but having a bailer on board is a must. Unless of course you want to go down with your ship. You'll also need a first mate, and since we are roommates I think I've already staked a claim on that. Hell, I even bought the hat already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigFoamy Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 When I bought my pontoon boat a few years back the guy told me I needed one of these on board, by law. I told him it was for a pontoon boat which would make it impossible to bail out and he said it didnt matter. All supplies are inside the bailing bucket: obviously you need a few comfort items and such but i do think you need something like this aboard, anyone?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopdrop Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 If your buddies are not so great at estimating time (while on the sticks), an egg timer will keep them honest. Lack of invites will have the same effect. A spare oar lock is a must and a breakdown oar is a good idea too. Head lamp with spare batteries. A garbage can so plastic bags, cans, old leaders etc. don't blow all over the river - the small narrow recycling bins work well (doubles as a bailer). Garbage bags to pack out others people's plastic bags, cans, old leaders etc. you're going to find. Spare trailer light, bearing, electrical tape/wire nuts, Crescent wrench for bush fixes. Toque/gloves. Common sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EveretteD Posted May 14, 2014 Author Share Posted May 14, 2014 You'll also need a first mate, and since we are roommates I think I've already staked a claim on that. Hell, I even bought the hat already. Hat doesn't mean anything until you learn how to row. You earn the hat. Its not given. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muffin Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Fish I would recommend trying to get some fish on board, or at least to the net. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zed Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 at least one stripper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishinglibin Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 at least one stripper At least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutlover Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 Big Gulps.........whelp see ya later! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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