guido611
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Hi everyone I'm 24 and just got into fishing 2 summers ago. I am absolutely in love with it, and have spent every single day off over the last two summers fishing of the banks off the Susquehanna river (central PA) or local ponds and creeks. I know this is something important to me and will probably keep up this pastime for years to come. I've recently graduated college, and I'm considering purchasing my first boat. My price range is limited and I definitely want a flat bottom Jon, although the only ones in my price range are used 1232 jons on craigslist. My question is, does anyone have any experience fishing out of these little boats? can you tell me a little bit about stability on these things? I hear 1232's are pretty wobbly but I've seen people on youtube standing in 10 footers. I plan on doing some minor mods (no decks) like paint, carpet , rod holder, and flooring and seats. I weigh 165 and my fishing buddy about the same. Also I plan on only using a minn kota 55# electric since my local lakes are electric only. Can anybody tell me if this is an ok setup. What the experience will be like. And if it would be dangerous in a large river such as the Susquehanna which is very wide but shallow and minor current.
By the way if anybody has any links to any good 12ft jon videos, articles or any info, much appreciated.
By the way if anybody has any links to any good 12ft jon videos, articles or any info, much appreciated.