The Best Fishing Boat Features to Buy
Today’s fishing boats come with a lot of great amenities already installed from the factory. But not every single boat will have every single feature and if you’ve got an older model, you may be worried that you’ll have to upgrade to get the features you want. Fortunately, you don’t have to; you can buy a lot of aftermarket accessories that will make your fishing trips more enjoyable and easier than ever.
Collins Marine in Tonawanda has been western New York’s premier fishing boat dealer for over 30 years now. We’ve rounded up the following list of useful fishing boat features that you’ll want to get before you plan your first summer fishing trip.
1. Rod Lockers
If you don’t want to stash your fishing rods in your garage or shed where the lines can get hopelessly tangled, invest in a rod locker for your boat. Rod lockers are designed to hold multiple rods securely in place so you never have to take them off the boat or worry about them being stolen right off the deck.
2. Cooler
Everyone likes to have a drink or snack on hand when they’re out on the water for hours at a time. Keep your sodas and sandwiches nice and fresh with a cooler full of ice. Coolers are inexpensive and come in many sizes so you can find one that perfectly suits your particular fishing boat. You could even buy a separate cooler to store your fish in as you catch them!
3. Depth Finder
This useful device is designed to help you figure out how deep the water is where you are. Certain fish swim at different depths, so having an accurate gauge of the depth will help you to find the fish you’re looking to catch. Some depth finders are designed to attach right to your rod so you can lower it right where it should be.
4. Anchor
When you want to stay put in the middle of the lake, you need an anchor. Without some way to keep your boat in place, you’re going to drift away from your carefully-chosen fishing spot and you won’t snag that big catch you’ve been bragging about to your friends. Purchase a small anchor to keep on board so you can stay exactly where you need to be. In the event of a boat breakdown, your anchor will also help you remain in place so that rescue crews can find you.
5. T-Top
A canvas T-top or Bimini top for your boat is a great comfort-minded feature to add if you don’t have an enclosed cabin or other form of shelter. You and your passengers can take refuge from light rain and hot sun under the T-Top and avoid getting wet or suffering a wicked sunburn. You can even find some boat tops that have storage areas included.
When you’re ready to check out fishing boats in person, visit our dealership in Tonawanda, NY, to tour our current selection of new and used fishing boats for sale. You can also discuss financing options with our sales team. Collins Marine proudly serves all of our western New York customers around Lake Erie and in the Buffalo area.