COLORADO XT

The following are some articles about my first experiences on my Colorado XT. So far, it has been a pretty fun ride. Also, I have included an extensive modification journal. This can not only apply to this model, but many other pontoons on the market. I hope you enjoy it, and get something out of it.

Sincerely,
Buck

CXT MODS
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Nice setup Catman1979. I read your article and mods, very impressed with the time and effort. At age 66, I'm still tubing. But I will one day move to a pontoon for obvious reasons, my ole butt will be dragging. I too purchased a Classic Accessories, a Cumberland float tube. Great company, very happy..........thanks for the info, tight lines.....GT

i wont say i read it all but the first part i did ready is very good, WOW...lots of information for people with pontoons...i mean lots, great write up...you should PM jeff to see about doing a write up on the Float tube Mag....

Thanks for sharing..

Tony G

Well thanks! I learned a lot from this, and other sites so I wanted to give a little back. Again, everybody is different in their own approach, but I at least wanted to show some attention to detail, as well as make a list for new boaters on what to buy, as well as bypassing learning hurdles.

It's going to be a good year, much better then last year

Thanks for sharing Catman!

Great stories, very entertaining, and useful.
I have a few questions.
Do you think you have given up on the oars all together?
How well do the fins work when fighting a fish?
How did you ever get away from that crocheting gang? I hear they are the worst, real SOA S**t.

No not at all. It would take about fifteen minutes to get the rod holders off and LED harness off, if that. The fins I have yet to use, more or less a backup and not good for extensive use. I am at anchor most of the time, or using the wind sock, and have yet to have an issue with landing a fish. The OE anchor bag is good for loading up with a minimal amount of weight. This way, you can use the pulley to get it up fast. The two anchor system is for still fishing large live baits. Should I invest in a tube, I will probably get some force fins.

Ahh haha, I don't know what became of the crochet/knitting gangs!! Probably still fighting it out in some book store or something.

That was killer well written thanks for sharing we could some more of this in our magazine

No worries Jeff! Keep up the great work on the site. I don't comment here often but I do follow many posts, and it is a pretty healthy community here!!

Catman 1979, that was a solid write up and totally informative. My Colorado pontoon just arrived today and I'm excited to get it on the water soon. I currently have a Creek Company XL (8ft) but after some research I decided on the Colorado so my son can fish with me. Once I do a few mods I'll post some pics.

Thanks again,

SCT

Catman, you are a good writer! Held my attention for both parts!

Thanks again fellas, glad you dug it!

that is a awesome set up man!! i want a trolly so bad on my colorado xt so bad! it would be a beast on the ocean

Does any one know the uter diameter of the frame tubes?