Acessories for your boat??

Hey Everyone,

My new boat will be ready before I will. I was wondering… outside of electronics and trolling motors, what are the accessories that you keep in your boat that you use a lot? This is on my list:
1. Safety Equipment – Lifejackets, first aid kit etc…
2. Net
3. Pliers
4. Minnow bucket, leech tamer
5. Measuring devices
6. Small tool set

What else?

Thanks….

Spare prop, nut, washers, and wrench large enough to change prop.
Extra oil
Spare spark plugs
Rope strong enough to tow a boat
Anchor
Tie off rope
Fuses
Dock bumpers
Flashlights
Zip ties
Misc hardware and fasteners
Electrical tape

I’m sure I can think of more

I always have a tub of Fast Orange/GOJO and 4-6 microfiber car drying towels on board, gets grease/fuel/suncreen off your hands in a hurry plus the towels come in handy for lots of misc stuff.

Must haves:
— throwable flotation device (depending on length of your new boat, it may be required)
— enough life vests for you and all your potential occupants and in the proper size
— Rain gear, nothing worse then getting caught out in a rain storm and fish are biting like crazy, especially if you are far away from home and want to stick it out
— flashlights/headlamps
— tools, I have a set that includes screwdriver bits, torx, ratchet set, allen wrenches, etc
— pliers, linesmen pliers or bolt cutters in case you have to cut a hook, be prepared, don’t ask me how I know. LOL
— first aid kit
— extra rope
— multiple anchors, I have a digger anchor and a 3 blade style
— dock bumpers, nothing worse than your prized new possession getting all sorts of rash for the dock at a boat ramp.
— measuring tape, I have an adhesive one that I stuck underneath the cover of the livewell
— rod holders — I have flush mount Scottys which require you to drill holes into your new boat, yes, I was nervous about it at first, but I like the flush mount
— an oar
— I use an engel 19 quart cooler for live bait.
— hand towels to wipe slime, etc off
If you get a snap on cover, make sure they put the snaps beneath the rail on the outside of the boat. Many places will put it on the side and that makes it a magnet for catching your line, etc

fire extinguisher, extra drain plug, extra fuses, urinal or container that could double as a bailer

Everyone is pretty spot on with these. I always have a tackle box with electrical connectors, wire strippers, fuses, and a multimeter. I also keep a basic tool kit in the boat, screwdrivers, wrenches, and sockets. Oh yeah and a set of jumper cables.

These items usually get used to fix someone else’s boat, but nice to have along and don’t take up too much space.

I keep a few umbrellas in my boat if im just boating with the family to block the sun. Also a good idea to keep sunglasses, sun block, and bug spray.

Pee cup. Just dump it over and rinse, that way on windy days you’re new boat stays clean

Trolling motor spare prop nut and pin. If you have take the prop off to get your line unwrapped. I carry one of those new small jumper packs.

Bottle and wine opener. Wet wipes. Advil. Usually in that order

All of the above + a grill.

Cup holders. New boat carpet plus dark beer equals two reasons to be unhappy.

Holy crap i need a bigger boat.

hahaha Dutch… Same thing I am thinking… The T Pro 195 might not have enough room

Rubber boots and rubber gloves for when it’s cold….nothing worse than cold hands and feet.

Otherwise, I keep it basic to some spare tools and parts and safety equipment. If I’m making a long trip I’ll throw in some extra spare parts just in case.

Otherwise, I figure out how much beer I plan on drinking, double it and add 50%. If the boat breaks I’m still getting buzzed.

Spare hub packed with grease and fresh bearings and dust cap. Spare prop, prop nut. Spare troller prop/pin/nut. Basic tool kit/supplies.

My emergency kit: Flares, horn, rope, first aid kit, matches and some tinder, hatchet, and a small tarp, and a backpackers small stove/fuel canister kit with some chicken soup mix/coffee/cocoa packets.

We fish a lot of very remote waters and the emergency stuff is all packed in a small action packer that takes up little room, but if you need it, everything is there and dry.

Wow! That makes me feel better about having my kids out in the boat..

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I also keep a set of clothes in the boat + a towel. Just an old pair of sweat pants, sweat shirt and T shirt, socks and coat. that way if you get wet you have a spare of everything. the coat is for when someone in the boat doesn’t dress appropriately and get cold. stuff it all into a dry bag and compresses down to a very manageable and storeable size and keeps it all dry.

Pat McSharry wrote:

Everyone is pretty spot on with these. I always have a tackle box with electrical connectors, wire strippers, fuses, and a multimeter. I also keep a basic tool kit in the boat, screwdrivers, wrenches, and sockets. Oh yeah and a set of jumper cables.
These items usually get used to fix someone else’s boat, but nice to have along and don’t take up too much space.

x2 on the tools and spare parts listed.

Last season I got to use the jumper cables for yours truly. Who knew you could help yourself

Most of the essentials have been mentioned. One thing to be sure of is make sure your jumper cables reach your trolling motor batteries if they are up front. Im suprised a roll of toilet paper hasnt been mentioned, and a extra set of batteries for your headlamp/flashlight. I also keep a therocell in the boat with refills. Lastly I always have a roll of electrical tape along with my tools.

I know it’s been mentioned but a big A$$ flat skrewdriver in case you need to loosen the skrew on the trim cylinder. Mine would not go up one time for reasons a previous owner hid from me. Needless to say, I loosened it and was able to lift the motor…..man they are heavy!

Wow, now I know why boats come with so much storage now!

I trailer my boat a few miles at most to P4. There’s no way I’m taking some of the things mentioned above (jumper cables, rubber boots, full tool set, sockets, extra coat, extra bearings, hatchet, small stove). If I were making lengthy trips or staying nights on end, my list would obviously be more inclusive.

My list for the average trip (those in bold are the only things that come out and need to be loaded):
-water
-beer
-tackle and fishing gear
-a small quart of extra oil
-1 anchor that works well
-pliers
-measuring sticker (stays on inside lid of livewell)
-towels
-spare old prop and 2 tools to change it
-throwable and x2 life jackets
-battery charger for cell phone
-marine band radio

I’d be curious as to how many people above are well over the weight capacity of their rig with a maxxed HP motor, full tank of gas, and the lengthy lists of stuff when they bring a guest or two. I pride myself on being able to back up to the garage, unhook the onboard charger, and be launched and idling up river in ~10 minutes flat. If I had to take longer or packed half the gear some have listed, I wouldn’t get out the 4 days a week that I do during the summer.

buckybadger wrote:

I’d be curious as to how many people above are well over the weight capacity of their rig with a maxxed HP motor

You add up all those things listed and I bet it’s not even 100#. Once it gets packed away in compartments there is no need to pack/unpack every trip, same as you and load up and go!

nhamm wrote:

<div class=”d4p-bbt-quote-title”>buckybadger wrote:</div>
I’d be curious as to how many people above are well over the weight capacity of their rig with a maxxed HP motor

You add up all those things listed and I bet it’s not even 100#. Once it gets packed away in compartments there is no need to pack/unpack every trip, same as you and load up and go!

Right, there is so little weight in those items mentioned. The only time I know I am pushing the weight limit is on our way in from Sioux Narrows on our annual camping trip on LOW. The boat is LOADED.
I cannot believe I forgot these from my list: jumper cables, TP, bug spray and sunscreen. I know I always have them. Also it is good to have chapstick and something for your nose and ears. Sunscreen doesn’t work so good on those areas.

We fish a lot of canadian bush lakes – remote access(wheeler and/or portages). It is not uncommon to fish 2-3 days without seeing another boat(just got back from a 4-dayer without laying eyes on another snowmobile….). The survival kit is essential to have with, and hopefully never needed. It could be the difference between comfort and misery, or perhaps worse. If i were trailering to a popular spot, and seeing other guys a lot, i wouldnt have the “survival” essentials that i do. Different trips call for different necessities.

buckybadger wrote:

I’d be curious as to how many people above are well over the weight capacity of their rig with a maxxed HP motor, full tank of gas, and the lengthy lists of stuff when they bring a guest or two.

I see boats all the time that are past the limit not only in allowed weight but in passenger numbers. Accidents just waiting to happen.

I think knowing where the boat is going to be use can help streamline the essentials list. Good ideas here though. A sober operator goes a long way in helping to avert problems in the first place and next to pfd’s is at the head of my list.

3M 52OO adhesive sealant

Closed end leak proof rivets

Spare prop plus hardware

I carry most items mentioned above. Spare sun glasses and hat come in handy once in a while. Did use battery cables once last year but have loaned to others many times. Plan to put a USB charging port in new boat for cell phones and I-link remote. Also will mount a section of PVC or a verticle rod holder to set my rod in while retieing or changeing baits to keep it from falling down or being damaged. Cargo nets are great for holding jackets etc. A digital scale is handy for weighing your catch.