Not too long ago, I purchased an ODC Sport from Creek Company.  Anyone else tube, 'toon or kickboat primarily?

So far, I've built a PVC rod holder, and have added a factory rod holder, oar rests, and have added an anchor cleat.  

Some people consider it a "poor man's boat".  As someone who can afford a boat, I dispute that.  Being able to launch anywhere, transport it in a car, and not having to pay registration maintenence or fuel costs make this form of fishing quite appealing.

I used to tube fish all the time.  Still do on occasion.  

I have also owned a pontoon - kick boat similar to yours.  It was ripped off the top of car going to Montana and a lagre semi finished it off.  My fault - I noticed it was poroposing on the roof and just hadn't pulled over yet and then........ well I already told you.

I like the new pontoon boats better than my tube 'cause they get you arse out of the water.  The one thing I want to do when I someday get another is add a place to stand up and a leaning pole so you can get better vision and leverage on the fishes.  I saw where one company had already thought of this and was producing a single like that.  A few of my trout buddies run the double pontoon with a oarsman in the rear.  They are very quiet and sneaky!  

I agree - - - Pontoons are a good vessel.  Lots of +'s!  

Although not my main method, I have a couple of tube-like watercaft-one is a kickboat. Fun to use on smaller water.

I use a solo canoe more these days, but I also fish Ozark streams more than ponds, and although I have seen guys use 'toons on the river, I paddle a canoe better and can carry more tackle than the 'toon can.

I think someone is very limited if they only have a "bass boat", unless they live on the lake. There is as much pond, stream, and horsepower restricted water around me as big Reserviors.

I want one of the "stand up " models, too. That would be a fun boat.

Hey Jamis-

I'm a recent convert to the Pontoon world.  Dragging out the canoe solo is too difficult and the wife hates being dragged along, fishing from shore (for me) is generally unproductive, so I did a bunch of research and ended up purchasing a Trout Unlimited Colorado pontoon boat.

Definitely NOT the lightest out there, but it has IMHO a ton of bells and whistles found on more expensive boats, making it a very good value.  Brass oarlocks, motor mount, rod holder, 2 insulated drink holders, dual air bladders each side, padded seat, anchor system, TONS of storage (20, I think), stripping apron, and I found it at a local Costco for a mere $240!  

Took it to my local reservoir for it's maiden voyage last weekend.  Out of all the previous times "fishing" that reservoir, my best pre-pontoon day landed me a 5" and a 6" whopper bass.  This weekend, however, I was able to hit spots I never was able to before and get my butt on the water earlier (no wife to drag along!).  The result?  3 nice bass (12", 13", and a fat 15") for the day.  Talk about breaking in a new boat!  

Looking to add a rod holder soon....also, a fish finder and maybe a trolling motor in the near future!

I really looked at getting a pontoon boat earlier this year but I decided that I needed room for my wife and dog so I got a Sea Eagle SE8 inflatable boat. It is easy to stand in thanks to the wooden floor, it has a trolling motor, a depth finder, cup holders, rod holders, and it fits easily in my compact car. I have used it since March and absolutely love it. I would still love a real bass boat but for the money and convenience nothing beats a sea eagle. Check em out:

http:www.seaeagle.com

I've been looking at the Sea Eagle SE9 and there new Fold Cat. The Fold Cat looks like a very good fishing platform but the SE9 carries more weight, may be better for camping and fishing. I have used canoes for years but RA in hands won't allow paddling for very long these's days. I like salt and fresh water fishing and have been looking at a Sundance K-16 skiff also, tooooo many boats so little time. Inflatables are a good option as long as you don't get real cheep.

Keep the open side up Dave

I have had one for about a year, and LOVE IT.

I too have built a rod holder and mounted a D/F to it, I am thinking about a TM but I don't fish that big of water that it really comes into play that much, especiallly with the added wight of the battery and motor.