we've all run out of juice at one point or another. That's part of the challenge. I'm firmly with pocketfisherman's point of view.
Yeah what he said!
I'm sure some of the big bass boat tourneys have had there break downs or loss of battery power out on the water during a tourney.
What back up plan do they get? Its part of the game. FISH HARD OR GO HOME!
we've all run out of juice at one point or another. That's part of the challenge. I'm firmly with pocketfisherman's point of view.
Yeah what he said!
I'm sure some of the big bass boat tourneys have had there break downs or loss of battery power out on the water during a tourney.
What back up plan do they get? Its part of the game. FISH HARD OR GO HOME!
My back-up plan is the back boat b**** gets out and swims. This way if I'm shallow enough he can act as my power pole too!
We are a team!
I will be searching for a new B.B.B in the spring.
ooooooo k...there's an AWFUL LOT of SAFETY talk in here since the season slowed up & that... seems like a safety concern to me...there's NOTHING wrong with having trouble and getting 'helped-out"(check your self for "OVERLY COMPETITIVE JACKASS ITIS")if ya think this is a bad idea...if we didn't "help-out" our buds...smoke's s*** would still be at the bottom of that lake ...! ! ! ! ...man I'm startin' to doubt "MAFF" for the first time since I joined . . .
I think the best way to resolve the tourney issues is to set up a meeting for whoever wants to participate.Try and set it up in a
neutral location so people don't have to travel too far.I live in western mass,Gardner.Perhaps we could also discuss putting
together a group of people who can make decisions on all tourney issues.A location with libations would be good
. 
The Powers That Be think a chargin' station is JACKASS idea...Ok..so "you'd" rather run the safety risk in order to save face"
ooooooo k...there's an AWFUL LOT of SAFETY talk in here since the season slowed up & that... seems like a safety concern to me...there's NOTHING wrong with having trouble and getting 'helped-out"(check your self for "OVERLY COMPETITIVE JACKASS ITIS")if ya think this is a bad idea...if we didn't "help-out" our buds...smoke's s*** would still be at the bottom of that lake ...! ! ! ! ...man I'm startin' to doubt "MAFF" for the first time since I joined . . .
Dave, what's up??? You're freaking out. This is simple. Bring enough power to get yourself around and bring oars. Last year I lent someone a battery at the end of the Billington tourney. We had to paddle back to the ramp more than once and the one flaw I see in a charging station is the time and juice you'd use to get back to the ramp to get a new battery. I'd rather fish hard and then paddle my ass off if I run out. But I may have missed a safety remark. Anyhow I believe there are a few tongue in cheek remarks here that may not come across the right way in text. It's definitely an end of there year, no one's out fishin so we're typing type of discussion. Johnny and Smoke have this under control. MAFF ROCKS
The Powers That Be think a chargin' station is JACKASS idea...Ok..so "you'd" rather run the safety risk in order to save face"
ooooooo k...there's an AWFUL LOT of SAFETY talk in here since the season slowed up & that... seems like a safety concern to me...there's NOTHING wrong with having trouble and getting 'helped-out"(check your self for "OVERLY COMPETITIVE JACKASS ITIS")if ya think this is a bad idea...if we didn't "help-out" our buds...smoke's s*** would still be at the bottom of that lake ...! ! ! ! ...man I'm startin' to doubt "MAFF" for the first time since I joined . . .
Dave, what's up??? You're freaking out. This is simple. Bring enough power to get yourself around and bring oars. Last year I lent someone a battery at the end of the Billington tourney. We had to paddle back to the ramp more than once and the one flaw I see in a charging station is the time and juice you'd use to get back to the ramp to get a new battery. I'd rather fish hard and then paddle my ass off if I run out. But I may have missed a safety remark. Anyhow I believe there are a few tongue in cheek remarks here that may not come across the right way in text. It's definitely an end of there year, no one's out fishin so we're typing type of discussion. Johnny and Smoke have this under control. MAFF ROCKS
Pretty much.
I don't think Smoke and Johnny are worried. This isn't the first time this has been discussed.Won't be the last!
But anyway This might be old news or maybe helpful in another topic. But i move my 20 ft fiberglass boat around all day (8hr) on 24 volts. I'm nervous when it comes to electricity in the manner of I DON"T WANT TO RUN OUT OF IT! Yea i have a gas motor to bring me and my b.b.b back to the ramp but i like moving effortlessly with my foot-control. So anyway would it be helpful for car-toppers to link their batteries together? You can connect them so you have 2-3 or more batteries in line wired together but not exceed 12volts. I know this can be done very easy.But I'm not sure if it is beneficial? Food for thought.
If someone really doesn't like the rules or where maff fishes. There is nobody saying someone can't just start up their own tournament trail to Taylor to their likings. Again that's why this site is awesome! Anybody can step up if they want.
I have no complaints personally.I offered to assist with tourneys if needed. But i would probably fish with another group if they were nearby too.
Pretty much no worries!
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Nailed it!
I think if someone searches they will find this out very easy and can determine if this will be of any benefit.
But you can link as many batteries together as needed and still only get 12 volts also as needed. This pic is very helpful and i know there is more out there. I hope this helps the car topper guys and maybe extend their trips?
after half the way paddle broke and i got so pissed that i swore i have spare parts - tools and a second deepcylce on board
fish hard or die trying