Fishing with Rod Discussion Forum
Fishing in British Columbia => Fly Fishing Cafe => Topic started by: whereismyfloat on October 14, 2009, 07:53:10 PM
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Anyone know of a good place to shop for a pram in the lower mainland. I seem to remember a plastics company in Langley/Abbostford who would make one-off's? I've looked for used ones on craigslist etc but was wondering if anyone is aware of a dealer?
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Anyone know of a good place to shop for a pram in the lower mainland. I seem to remember a plastics company in Langley/Abbostford who would make one-off's? I've looked for used ones on craigslist etc but was wondering if anyone is aware of a dealer?
What are you looking for? Wood, fiberglass, or aluminum?
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I'm not entirely sure but could safely rule out wood. Either fiberglass or aluminum.
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I'm not entirely sure but could safely rule out wood. Either fiberglass or aluminum.
What are you looking to spend? I own a Spratley and have so for the past two years. As far as I am concerned its the best in class. Its pricey though but built to last a lifetime. They are a local company. Just remember they are a welded boat so thats the reason for its high price.
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the Spratley's are also fairly heavy arent they Bryan ??
you could also look for local dealers that sell LOWE flat bottom boats. well built and cheaper then spratleys. I wouldnt rule out the wood though cause they can be very light and easy to move alone without a trailer for them ;)
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the Spratley's are also fairly heavy arent they Bryan ??
you could also look for local dealers that sell LOWE flat bottom boats. well built and cheaper then spratleys. I wouldnt rule out the wood though cause they can be very light and easy to move alone without a trailer for them ;)
Heavy but simply installing a transom wheel solves that problem. Dont need a trailer for the Spratley, I can throw it in the back of my truck bed with ease. Thats the nice thing about being strong ;) I wouldnt want a lowe for any amount of savings. They have absolutely no freeboard. The only other boat I like out there is the Harbercraft Flyfisher but they dont make them anymore.
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Do you mind me asking the price range of the Sprately's? I saw one on craigslist and sent a email for pics. Would you have any pics of yours handy? Also, who makes them?
It sounds like what I want. As long as I can throw it in the back of my truck.
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here ya go ;D
http://www.spratleyboats.com/
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Do you mind me asking the price range of the Sprately's? I saw one on craigslist and sent a email for pics. Would you have any pics of yours handy? Also, who makes them?
It sounds like what I want. As long as I can throw it in the back of my truck.
Spratley makes Spratley
other photos can be seen on their website as well as dimensions. Here is mine
(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/bbronswyk2000/Fishing/Fly%20Fishing/Boys%20Trips/IMGP1021.jpg)
They can be purchased through Searun Fly & Tackle in Coquitlam, as well as TNT Marine in Abbotsford. I think their are a few other local distributors as well. After taxes for the base model 10 footer is about $2000
http://www.spratleyboats.com/index.htm
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Hey,
Thanks guys. This is what I was looking for. Much appreciated.
Nice set up by the way!
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I have a Lowe 12' (wide) and very satisfied with it. Yes, it has a lower freeboard than the Spratley but it is not inadequate. I've never had a problem. Handles two adults with ease and, because of its lower freeboard, handles better in windy conditions than the Spratley. Like the Spratley, the Lowe is fairly heavy. Paid $925 for it three years ago from Cascade in Chilliwack.
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I have a 12' Lowe (wide) and, yes, it has less freeboard than the Spratley. However, I have never had a problem with it. Handles two adults with ease. Also, because of its lower freeboard, handles better under windy conditions than the Spratley. Like the Spratley, it is fairly heavy. Purchased three years ago from Cascade at $925.
(Don't know why I posted twice. Probably losing my mind.
Terry have you been in a Spratley? I have been in both and IMO the Spratley handles much better in the wind. I agree both are heavy the Spratley being a bit heavier but not by much.
BTW on www.flybc.ca their is a Flyfisher in the Buy/Sell forum right now for $1500 it also comes with 2 seats etc here just click the link
http://forum.flybc.ca/index.php?showtopic=19546&pid=215451&st=0&#entry215451
If I didnt already have the Spratley I would pick that Flyfisher up.
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it was sold before I could blink.
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it was sold before I could blink.
Yup those good ones dont last.
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As Bryan has already stated. The spratley is a great boat. Its extremely stable and well built. It is heavier than most but I am able to lift it onto my truck on my own. I like the boat so much Im tempted to buy another one.
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Yup those good ones dont last.
Yup,ya gotta be quick on them Flyfishers. ;D
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Yup,ya gotta be quick on them Flyfishers. ;D
So does this mean I will see you on the lakes?
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firstlight,
I take it you beat me to the punch? Congrats, you made yourself a great deal. Enjoy!
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Another boat that's more than capable is the Alumacraft. They make a 1036 that has good width and weighs in at 95lbs.
http://alumacraft.com/jon-boats/1036-2.php (http://alumacraft.com/jon-boats/1036-2.php)
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(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a65/mojoganjaman/DSCF0603.jpg)
mojo
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mojoman,
what kind of boat do you have?
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Punts are amazing for lake fishing. To me, nothing beats them. I'd rather fish out of the springbok 9footer we have than my pontoon boat ANY DAY on a lake...river, different story of course. Something you might want to consider is putting some sort of padding on the floor so it doesnt bang around a lot. Even when you're careful it's easy to make noise.
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mojoman,
what kind of boat do you have?
SpiritBear "Barbless" 10 ft composite
mojo