[redchaser]

On a side note, I don’t think comparing those 2 skiffs is apples to apples per say.

Measurements from manufacturer website.
Waterman- length 18’ beam 73”
Fury- length 18’1” beam 72”
Caimen- length 17’10” beam 61.5”
Glades Skiff- length 17’8” beam 58”

Austin, certainly not apples to apples in layout/size, but a fairly good comparison in terms of being able to do what I need them to. Both will fish well in shallow water, both have OKish ability to cross some open water. Keep in mind I'm moving from a Carolina Skiff, so anything will be an improvement in that regard.

 

[redchaser]

finish the gheenoe and fish it until the Cayo is built!

That will take me longer than getting a skiff built.

 

[TX_Brad]

On a side note, I don’t think comparing those 2 skiffs is apples to apples per say.

Measurements from manufacturer website.
Waterman- length 18’ beam 73”
Fury- length 18’1” beam 72”
Caimen- length 17’10” beam 61.5”
Glades Skiff- length 17’8” beam 58”

Actually looking at the measurements side by side, it surprises me that everyone says the Caimen is a drier ride vs the Waterman. Never been on a Waterman so be curious to know why. I love the Caimen and the ride, but wouldn't give up the space/versatility my Fury has for what I do.

 

[Austin Bustamante]

Austin, certainly not apples to apples in layout/size, but a fairly good comparison in terms of being able to do what I need them to. Both will fish well in shallow water, both have OKish ability to cross some open water. Keep in mind I'm moving from a Carolina Skiff, so anything will be an improvement in that regard.

If you want a caimen ride just shoot me a message.

 

[redchaser]

If you want a caimen ride just shoot me a message.

Thanks Austin, I've spent a lot of time poling and fishing from a couple of different Caimen's. They impressed me with how they handle a chop and they pole just fine. Some folks think they are a little tippy, but I've spent a lot of time on a platform so I guess it jsut doesn't bother me.

 

[HBFanatic]

10 in at beam. Big difference in stability

 

[flysalt060]

There is a Cayo for sale on here. Since I have lurked the other place forever, something happen to the Carolina skiff?

 

[redchaser]

There is a Cayo for sale on here. Since I have lurked the other place forever, something happen to the Carolina skiff?

Yep

 

[flysalt060]

Yep

Damn!

 

[jmrodandgun]

Thanks Austin, I've spent a lot of time poling and fishing from a couple of different Caimen's. They impressed me with how they handle a chop and they pole just fine. Some folks think they are a little tippy, but I've spent a lot of time on a platform so I guess it jsut doesn't bother me.

Same offer if you want to spend some time on the little cayo skiff. You got a standing invitation any time you want to go. I'll give you a buzz over Christmas break.

 

[redchaser]

Same offer if you want to spend some time on the little cayo skiff. You got a standing invitation any time you want to go. I'll give you a buzz over Christmas break.

Hey I'm off the week between Christmas and New Year...

 

[East Cape]

Actually looking at the measurements side by side, it surprises me that everyone says the Caimen is a drier ride vs the Waterman. Never been on a Waterman so be curious to know why. I love the Caimen and the ride, but wouldn't give up the space/versatility my Fury has for what I do.

I can give a reply if you/others want to know why the Caimen is a dry/great riding skiff?

 

[redchaser]

I can give a reply if you/others want to know why the Caimen is a dry/great riding skiff?

Kevin, I’ve always been impressed with the ride of a Caimen for a boat of its size. Of course there are trade offs with all skiffs but you found a nice balance of ride and fish ability with it.

 

[bryson]

I can give a reply if you/others want to know why the Caimen is a dry/great riding skiff?

I'm not in the market for either skiff, but I'd love to hear what makes it dry/great riding, just to satisfy my own curiosity. I really like the Caimen but haven't ever been on one.

 

[fatman]

Yep

I cry a little every time I see those pics....

 

[redchaser]

I cry a little every time I see those pics....

You were always good company when you joined me in her. Hopefully I'll have a new sled by, or shortly after the first of the year, and if it's something that's better in a chop it will be great for all the crappy weather you always bring with....

 

[kjnengr]

Thanks Austin, I've spent a lot of time poling and fishing from a couple of different Caimen's. They impressed me with how they handle a chop and they pole just fine. Some folks think they are a little tippy, but I've spent a lot of time on a platform so I guess it jsut doesn't bother me.

They do quite well, supposing that you have a sane person driving the skiff.......

 

[redchaser]

They do quite well, supposing that you have a sane person driving the skiff.......

Well that eliminates someone we know...lol

 

[TidewateR]

That will take me longer than getting a skiff built.

Ya but without a boat to fish, think of all the free time you’ll have to finish it!

They do quite well, supposing that you have a sane person driving the skiff.......

turns out it drives pretty good with no one at the the helm

 

[redchaser]

Ya but without a boat to fish, think of all the free time you’ll have to finish it!



turns out it drives pretty good with no one at the the helm

Ouch