I couldn't stand it anymore. LOL I went to RIVERWIRE and looked over the review they had again. I broke down and just ordered it. I also went to the outcast web page also. They do have it listed as 5 years on the warranty. I feal much better with a float I can actually find the company who made it. That way if I need something I can contact them. The Togiak would of been fine, but the lack of info on the net and no actuall company besides the TU name slapped on the side scared me a little. I will be setting it up similar to Tubedude's setup. I don't know which way I will setup the basket yet. I need more from the Tube club on that one(catch and release bass for tournament). I will send some picks of her maden voyage when it is complete. I still have to figure out the attachment process though.[url "javascript: addTag(':/')"][unsure][/url]
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[#0000ff]I went into Sportsmans in Midvale Utah today and looked at a FC4. It appeared to have the same small pocket at the front of the main tackle pocket as my Fat Cat, so that option is open for mounting a display for sonar.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I don't know how far back in the posts you went, but we have discussed baskets and mounting before. I use the largest wire basket from Bass Pro Shop. I think it is 19" by 30". It holds big fish and a lot of fish. I rig it these days with a ring of foam floatation around the narrow neck (pics available) and clip it to a side D ring with a snap on a short length of yellow nylon rope. I have easily handled several large cats up to 10 pounds at a time in them. I am sure they would hold a limit of bass in a tournament situation. It is rare that I have had any fish die in it.[/#0000ff]
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Yes I really do like your entire setup. I will probably still due the basket setup like you got, but I just need to make sure it will be legal in the tube club.
Around here the small basket seems to work out fine. LOL most of my fish never get over a couple of pounds.
I am pretty much going to set mine up just like yours. I will also test fit a rigid apron. I will be MINI TUBE(like mini me)[
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I did see the front coke holder/pockets in the front. That will work out well.
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[#0000ff]Last comment. I doubt there will be any problem with the acceptance of the large size fish basket. The more room for the fish, the less likely they will become cramped, stressed and damaged. It doesn't matter what size fish you catch, they will do better in a rigid basket with more room, rather than a mesh bag of any size.[/#0000ff]
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Congrats on the new acquisition! I took my FC4 out for its maiden voyage last week. No complaints from me.
I'll post some pics of my fishfinder setup the next time I go out. I am utilizing that little pocket up front for the screen.
happy trails!
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I've had mine for almost a year now. It is one of the sweetest investments that I have made. I am getting ready to get one for my son on his birthday.[url "javascript: addTag('cool')"][cool][/url]
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Thanks to everyone. If everything goes as planned the FC4 will be here Friday. I can't wait! [url "javascript: addTag('
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[size 2] [font "Comic sans ms"] Ya know TubeN2, my Birthday is just around the corner also.Hint Hint.LOL
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I don't know if a FC4 would be good enough for you. I know that you are an all American dude and all so you might want to try one of these out for your birthday.[url "javascript: addTag('cool')"][cool][/url]
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[size 2] [font "comic sans ms"] Hey, I'm all over that, where do I get one?
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[size 2] [font "comic sans ms"] I wonder if the ladies are included. Buy one raft get two ladies free? But it dosen't looks like either girl could carry an ice chest (I pack'm heavy).
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LOL[url "javascript: addTag('laugh')"][laugh][/url] Perhaps you should switch to "Lite" beer. It would make it easier on the girls and get you out to your fishing spot sooner.[url "javascript: addTag('cool')"][cool][/url]
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