Is anyone using these on an ocean boat or for other fishing use? Curious about the durability around saltwater mostly. Thanks.
2070220
I have mine mounted to the T-top of my bay boat. They are awesome and seem to be quit durable. I used an ATV ball jointed mounting bracket so I can make the directional.
2070221
Have them on a dairy wheel loader. 14 months and working great....near a bad as the sea!
976797
The rod, perhaps, although anything more than a couple of pounds would be a challenge. The reel is not a saltwater reel and will likely not hold up well if used routinely for saltwater fishing. Occasional use, if followed with a thorough rinse in fresh water and proper lubrication would probably be OK. If you want something for routine saltwater usage, I would not recommend this. If you want something packable and portable, for pond and creek fishing for panfish, trout and bass up to a few pounds, this is a good choice.
1602018
It's great for saltwater! The only issue I have had is that you get water inside the prop housing. Not a huge deal, I just remove the prop after each outing and clean the housing
440377
yes they work well on the ocean we took our to Fiji and two heavy males were on them they worked well - obviously not on rough coral but on a sandy ocean they are a lot of fun!!!! Enjoy!!
1648552
I've used mine in saltwater since the day I bought it. That was almost a year ago. I just rinse it very well when I get home. This motor works perfectly on my little skiff!
1090333
I have no complaints. Used them on my fishing boat and they are still going strong.
2185560
I own several Okumas and have owned others in the past. They are excellent performers. The only ones that have failed me are those that escaped over the side of the boat when I was not paying attention. I use 40s and 50s for trolling and coastal fishing. I use 20s and 30s for throwing lures for bass. I think that the 30 will do the job for you without wearing you out. I use 8 lb. mono on my 30s and have had no issues. Great reel.
900787
We use the Sevylors for fishing only and take two dogs (large, with long nails), also. I am the wild fisherperson and constantly attach barbed hooks to the sides of the boat unintentionally. With gear all over the floor of the boat, as well, it has held up remarkably for the 20 or so years that we have had it. We take it through log bottoms, etc. with no problems. It's tough!
2183175
yes they are waterproof to a point.. I have sank this one. it dryed and still runs. It will stop if the batt plugs get wet. This a awesome boat!!!! buy it. you will love it. The charger it comes with is junk. Get a "Losi mini peak charger". It will burn up motors if it does not have small vent holes. Heat seems WAY more dangerous than Wet on these newer boats. I even put a 30x30x10 fan in my boat. well over 1.5 years and 100 runs!! keep it cool!!- cheers, Curtis
1321075
I do not remember, however, I have used them in salt water for two seasons with no issues.
787040
I use them on the lake and attach them to my boat cleats when anchored. I'm sure you could use them in the ocean, however the center is mesh and not open to put your torso through like a tube. Good luck.
1335097
I use six of them on my boat, one at each berth. I use mine every evening and I've been at sea about 30 days so far this summer. I think there great.
511335
I haven't seen anything that can survive salt water without damage... if you know of anything please let me know... I will say with reasonable care my knife is doing just fine. That being said I did get lazy one night after a very long day of fishing and a few days later I noticed that it did have pin head size rust developing on the blade, so I soaked it over night in vinegar, oiled it up the next day... good as new, although the blade darkened. I love this knife but then again I keep a can of wd 40 in my tackle bag so when I pack up I just spray a little on the blade, a trick that I learned from my grandpa. I haven't seen anything that can survive salt water without damage... if you know of anything please let me know... I will say with reasonable care my knife is doing just fine. That being said I did get lazy one night after a very long day of fishing and a few days later I noticed that it did have pin head size rust developing on the blade, so I soaked it over night in vinegar, oiled it up the next day... good as new, although the blade darkened. I love this knife but then again I keep a can of wd 40 in my tackle bag so when I pack up I just spray a little on the blade, a trick that I... » Read More I haven't seen anything that can survive salt water without damage... if you know of anything please let me know... I will say with reasonable care my knife is doing just fine. That being said I did get lazy one night after a very long day of fishing and a few days later I noticed that it did have pin head size rust developing on the blade, so I soaked it over night in vinegar, oiled it up the next day... good as new, although the blade darkened. I love this knife but then again I keep a can of wd 40 in my tackle bag so when I pack up I just spray a little on the blade, a trick that I learned from my grandpa. « Show Less
1331600
No I have not left them in the water that long. They still look new as of yet, we use them daily. I think its a great deal. We bought some wood spoons from a local store and they were just junk, these however are very thick and sturdy. I don't think I could break them by trying to. They hold up very well. Hope this helps...
698126
I have a fiberglass jon boat and they did not work on mine. They tend to pop off the boat seats with a sudden movement (as in when you jerk the rod to catch a fish). I never (can't) use the ones I bought. Bill
254871
I don't think you'd have any issues with using this on salt water in regards to if the material could handle salt. However, I would NEVER take it out into the ocean or any place with excessive waves, swells, drifts or any turbulence. It has nearly no steering, especially without the skeg. We use it on some rough lake water occasionally but its a workout to get it moving. I would not recommend taking it out into the ocean unless you want to get lost at sea.
975795
I have two that I use for trolling in the Puget Sound for the last 2 years, I would call myself a serious angler and they have held up excellent. Take care of it and you should get long life from them.