I love my mariner4. Going on 5 yrs with it. My tip to avoid over inflation, pump it up firm but pay close attention to it when it's in the sun and occasionally burp it and let some air out. If you pump it firm in the cool shade of the morning you'll be over inflated in the afternoon sun.
Yup....I am on my second Marnier 4, and good God do I LOVE IT!! First thing I did was get a two piece hard floor, wasn't hard I just used the stock floor and traced it out. Painted it and put outdoor carpeting on it, makes it so much more stable. Got the deep cycle 110 amp hour battery as well with the box, I have two swivel bass boat folding seats on 8" risers with a cooler that fits right inside the inner walls, so I can store whatever I need in there and it can also be a third seat! I just got a Garmin fish finder and transom mount to put on the piece of treated and painted plywood I cut to fit behind my chair and over the battery section, mounted another trolling rod holder there as well. Best thing is that I can break this boat down with everything for it and fit it into my Hyundai Tucson with room to spare. Setup only takes like 30 minutes to go from back of the car to the water!
That's exactaly what I love about mine, very sturdy, easy to set up and tear down.... Overall one of the best portable boats around.... I just tested new props on it and man I wish I would have sooner........
I finally got into fishing again since my dad passed. Never owned a boat of any kind. This one will be my first. Getting a 12v 100ah battery so I can be out there a lot. Can’t wait.
The quality of these rafts are sweet. I have one thats going on 15 years now with countless lake trips and river floats. The 2x4 and rod holder is something I may have to do for mine since I love trolling on some of the lakes where I'm at and don't always want to drag my 14ft boat up
I tried to huli ( flip) my mariner 4 and its a super stable Vessel. And thats completely empty. I love those boats. The need more D rings and mounting spots, but other than that they are great and safe if the Captain is also!!!!
I haven't used it much lately since buying a pedal drive kayak, but as of now it's on its 8th year, some patches here and there but still holding strong!!!
I beg to differ. Tobin Sports 11ft inflatable with a hard floor and a solid transom to attach an outboard up to 15hp with no need for a motor mount and back plate. And there's room to spare to add a trolling motor. Seen it on sale at Costco for $460 a few times. There's a video of it paired with a $430 Hangkai 2 stroke 6hp outboard and they were able to get the boat to plane and accelerate to a decent speed. With the outboard doing all the heavy lifting, it gives you the option of adding a lower capacity battery and a lower performance trolling motor. I would think just the price of the 100aH battery in your list could get you the lower capacity battery and trolling motor. The first time I was able to get an inflatable boat to plane was an 11ft Zodiac paired with a 6hp Yamaha and it was sweet.
Those boats definitely did not cost that when I bought my Mariner. Those rafts you are talking about were like 600$ at minimum. I’m not sure about the brand but I know I looked at just about every inflatable raft from $3 to $3,000😂
Hey, do you take a battery operated inflation pump out on the water with you just incase you need to top the boat up with Air? If yes which one do you have please?
will be getting the boat soon. Maybe wait till next spring. But I will use my auto air pump. Set it to 1.14 psi it shuts off. Question.....does the boat stay pretty level? I will use a lithium battery and the same motor. Do you drag the boast to the water?
U mean does it ride with the back end down? It does a little..... but not too bad, just try and move some of the weight so the boat does stay leveled off ..
I did but I broke it, I had a Garmin Stryker 4 and mounted the transducer to my trolling motor (Garmin came with a mount for it). I usually carry the boat if I had to, to the launch point, never drag it, and if your going to use a gas outboard I recommend 15" shaft length, as for trolling motor 30-36 inch works good
Links to all your products you bought please thanks. And what did you put on the bottom of your boat to walk on ? Can you please give a detailed description of everything on your boat, and links to buy them thanks.
also the Lithium battery will cost a lot, I just bought a Lead acid Marine battery for my Minn Kotta 30 lbs thrust motor... you just need to search for deals.
Ziggy you are correct, I did pay 450$ for the 150ah battery, today I fished for 6 hours and still had 80% left, as shown in the video it has its own level indicator. The last AGM battery I bought cost 200$. I liked the battery but lithium is miles ahead in energy density
@codyakfishing8856 I bought the enduramax 55 & also the NewtiPower 100aH LifePo4- what battery charger would you recommend? And besides the trolling motor, battery & charger, do I need anything else to run this thing? (I also have the mariner 4). I thought I read somewhere that I need a coupler or something..not sure, but some kind of wire??
@@katiedaniels9162 shouldn't need any wire, the motor can wire right to the battery just fine, as for a charger, as long as it can charge lifepo4 batteries you'll be good, but I'd recommend at least a 10amp charger
Yours is the first Ive seen without plywood floor. How much movement is there? If we go ahead and just sit on coolers does the floor move when walking around?
I see everyone installing them, I'm sure it's real nice to have but I try to keep this boat as simple as I can, I can stand and cast without much of an issue, I've been thinking of getting 1/4 plywood in 2 pieces and just laying it on top of the stock floor
@@codyakfishing8856 If it adds a bunch of stability I would most likely do it. Drill some holes and ziptie a sliced old hose to edge to soften it. Ive seen some pretty neat set ups but a wood floor along with your idea of a piece of wood strapped to the oars with some cooler seats would get me and my boy on some fish. Thanks for the uploads and will certainly be on the lookout for future uploads 🫡
That depends, is it regular lead acid or lithium? At full speed your looking at an hour maybe, but at trolling speeds on calm water (speed 2) you may get 4 hours
Any feedback on Newti power batteries? I am getting a new mariner 4 with Endura Max 50Lbs... not sure if I should go with cheap/chinese LiFePO4 100Ah or branded AGM like Duracell 50Ah...
@@codyakfishing8856 Thanks... Litime mini is bit out of my budget. Would you recommend Newti power? Amazon currently has 100Ah for $199 with free 5A/10A charger
@@0wnToDead it's like a roll out type floor, but the slats are a hard plastic, close to a 1x4 size, makes it easy to lay a piece of plywood in it, but I haven't yet
I say go for it, pristine or not these boats are easy to repair if they spring a leak, I believe mine has one m, if it does I'll be making a video of the repair, for me I use the red tube of shoe goo
600 is too high , unless prices have doubled. I got mine for $350 + 50 ( cabelas) for mount, $100 for motor and 100 for Marine battery (CAD) I don’t have lithium and …. I’ve had it for about 4 years…awesome boat.
It has a few patches, mostly from dragging it on ground, and one time running into a dock with a sharp metal edge. I wouldn't say it rips easily, but patching it is simple. I use only shoe goo, no material needed, this boat only uses 1 psi to inflate so the shoe goo holds easily for a very long time
i had the old sea hawk II, then an ex destroyed it. got a marniner 3. very similar but thinner and lower max weight. just went on a 2 day trip. pure bliss. im saving up for a hangkai 4stroke 4hp. boats n hoes.🍻
These boats are leaking, and water gets in through the stitches. I bought the first boat three years ago and it started to leak after one year. I bought another Mariner 4 about a year ago, hoping that the first one was a factory defect but it happened again after two months leaking again. I spent $1000 for these two boats and it is very frustrating. I tried to patch the stitches but it was impossible, it broke in another place. Very poor quality boat.
That's insane, I've never had that issue, my first mariner 4 boat broke due to my neglect, I inflated it too much and burst a seam on the inside, this one I have now is 7 years old and still going strong
over inflated. no fixing the seams. my old boat leaked at the seam but i still used it 100s of times n just left pump connected and topped it off every cpl hours. 🍻
I love my mariner4. Going on 5 yrs with it. My tip to avoid over inflation, pump it up firm but pay close attention to it when it's in the sun and occasionally burp it and let some air out. If you pump it firm in the cool shade of the morning you'll be over inflated in the afternoon sun.
I did forget to mention to watch out for over inflation due to temp, yea I burb mine too when needed.
Nice tip!
Yup....I am on my second Marnier 4, and good God do I LOVE IT!! First thing I did was get a two piece hard floor, wasn't hard I just used the stock floor and traced it out. Painted it and put outdoor carpeting on it, makes it so much more stable. Got the deep cycle 110 amp hour battery as well with the box, I have two swivel bass boat folding seats on 8" risers with a cooler that fits right inside the inner walls, so I can store whatever I need in there and it can also be a third seat! I just got a Garmin fish finder and transom mount to put on the piece of treated and painted plywood I cut to fit behind my chair and over the battery section, mounted another trolling rod holder there as well. Best thing is that I can break this boat down with everything for it and fit it into my Hyundai Tucson with room to spare. Setup only takes like 30 minutes to go from back of the car to the water!
That's exactaly what I love about mine, very sturdy, easy to set up and tear down.... Overall one of the best portable boats around.... I just tested new props on it and man I wish I would have sooner........
I finally got into fishing again since my dad passed. Never owned a boat of any kind. This one will be my first. Getting a 12v 100ah battery so I can be out there a lot. Can’t wait.
I'm sorry for your loss, this is a great boat and I highly recommend it to anyone on a budget!! Have fun and good luck !!!
The quality of these rafts are sweet. I have one thats going on 15 years now with countless lake trips and river floats. The 2x4 and rod holder is something I may have to do for mine since I love trolling on some of the lakes where I'm at and don't always want to drag my 14ft boat up
It works out great!!! Takes up a little room but not a huge concern for me
@codyakfishing8856 sweet! I usually just go out with myself and a buddy, it'd be perfect for us to use
Just ordered one. Thx for showing your setup. Looks super fun!
I am more impressed you managed to find the only straight 2x4 in all of North America.
Lol I've been told that before at the lake, makes me laugh every time!!!
I tried to huli ( flip) my mariner 4 and its a super stable Vessel. And thats completely empty. I love those boats. The need more D rings and mounting spots, but other than that they are great and safe if the Captain is also!!!!
They truly are a really good boat for the money, had mine nearly 9 years and still going strong
Love to hear from you in a year or two to see how the Mariner 4 has held up?
I haven't used it much lately since buying a pedal drive kayak, but as of now it's on its 8th year, some patches here and there but still holding strong!!!
My buddy just gave me his haven't used it yet can't wait
@@johnlanders-qd4lv I hope you enjoy it!!! Be safe and have fun!!!
I beg to differ. Tobin Sports 11ft inflatable with a hard floor and a solid transom to attach an outboard up to 15hp with no need for a motor mount and back plate. And there's room to spare to add a trolling motor. Seen it on sale at Costco for $460 a few times. There's a video of it paired with a $430 Hangkai 2 stroke 6hp outboard and they were able to get the boat to plane and accelerate to a decent speed. With the outboard doing all the heavy lifting, it gives you the option of adding a lower capacity battery and a lower performance trolling motor. I would think just the price of the 100aH battery in your list could get you the lower capacity battery and trolling motor. The first time I was able to get an inflatable boat to plane was an 11ft Zodiac paired with a 6hp Yamaha and it was sweet.
Those boats definitely did not cost that when I bought my Mariner. Those rafts you are talking about were like 600$ at minimum. I’m not sure about the brand but I know I looked at just about every inflatable raft from $3 to $3,000😂
Nice I just got one for Christmas I have not taken it out yet
Awesome man!!! I'm sure your going to love it
Great video, you sold me on it
Awesome!! I bet you'll love it
Hey, do you take a battery operated inflation pump out on the water with you just incase you need to top the boat up with Air?
If yes which one do you have please?
@@markweatherall7437 I haven't used the electric pump as a backup, I've always taken the manul pump that comes with the boat
@codyakfishing8856 How would you top it up with the manual pump if you needed to when out on the water?
I have the same exact boat but with a 2hp Honda kicker.
Nice, I used to have a 2hp Honda, but I sold it for the enduramax 55, I feel like I have more control without that much less speed
will be getting the boat soon. Maybe wait till next spring. But I will use my auto air pump. Set it to 1.14 psi it shuts off. Question.....does the boat stay pretty level? I will use a lithium battery and the same motor. Do you drag the boast to the water?
U mean does it ride with the back end down? It does a little..... but not too bad, just try and move some of the weight so the boat does stay leveled off ..
Do you have a fish finder? Where do you mount it? Do you drag or carry boat to launch? Forgot... what lenght motor shaft?
I did but I broke it, I had a Garmin Stryker 4 and mounted the transducer to my trolling motor (Garmin came with a mount for it). I usually carry the boat if I had to, to the launch point, never drag it, and if your going to use a gas outboard I recommend 15" shaft length, as for trolling motor 30-36 inch works good
thanks for reply. I'm getting the 55lb. may need it in river current. I'll probly try to fit transom wheels to the motor mount..
I'd like to see how that motor pushes the boat along in the water. Also have you considered a better seat when operating it?
If you look at my newer vids I show how good the APC marine props push this boat, stock prop 3.7, new APC prop 4.2mph
this is a really great seatup. jonboats can be kind of unstable in the water. how is this?
Way more stable than an aluminum boat of similar size, I've had it in 30mph winds and 3-4' waves and didn't even worry
Links to all your products you bought please thanks. And what did you put on the bottom of your boat to walk on ? Can you please give a detailed description of everything on your boat, and links to buy them thanks.
I didn't put anything out of the ordinary on the boat, and sure I'll put some links in, that's the way the floor comes from the company
the boat has a fold up floor
also the Lithium battery will cost a lot, I just bought a Lead acid Marine battery for my Minn Kotta 30 lbs thrust motor... you just need to search for deals.
Ziggy you are correct, I did pay 450$ for the 150ah battery, today I fished for 6 hours and still had 80% left, as shown in the video it has its own level indicator. The last AGM battery I bought cost 200$. I liked the battery but lithium is miles ahead in energy density
@codyakfishing8856
I bought the enduramax 55 & also the NewtiPower 100aH LifePo4- what battery charger would you recommend? And besides the trolling motor, battery & charger, do I need anything else to run this thing? (I also have the mariner 4). I thought I read somewhere that I need a coupler or something..not sure, but some kind of wire??
@@katiedaniels9162 shouldn't need any wire, the motor can wire right to the battery just fine, as for a charger, as long as it can charge lifepo4 batteries you'll be good, but I'd recommend at least a 10amp charger
Hey Boss, what is the shaft length on your trolling motor?
36"
Could you please put a link for the pump?
Sure thing... amzn.to/48Lhnvk
how do you prevent getting shocked by the battery?
Not sure, I didn't know I could get shocked by it, I've never had that issue
It's a 12V battery, you're not going to get shocked from it.
Hello we're can you tei an ancor to the boat
@@johanoosthuizen977 there is a grape rope around the outside of the boat, I usually tie mine off on it
Yours is the first Ive seen without plywood floor. How much movement is there? If we go ahead and just sit on coolers does the floor move when walking around?
I see everyone installing them, I'm sure it's real nice to have but I try to keep this boat as simple as I can, I can stand and cast without much of an issue, I've been thinking of getting 1/4 plywood in 2 pieces and just laying it on top of the stock floor
@@codyakfishing8856 If it adds a bunch of stability I would most likely do it. Drill some holes and ziptie a sliced old hose to edge to soften it. Ive seen some pretty neat set ups but a wood floor along with your idea of a piece of wood strapped to the oars with some cooler seats would get me and my boy on some fish. Thanks for the uploads and will certainly be on the lookout for future uploads 🫡
Sounds good Jim o pat thank you!!!
How long do you think a 30lb thrust motor with a 35ah battery would last out in the water?
That depends, is it regular lead acid or lithium? At full speed your looking at an hour maybe, but at trolling speeds on calm water (speed 2) you may get 4 hours
I have the same battery you have, your backup battery if the first one goes out
@@jeremyse I haven't used that one for the motor yet, a lot of ppl do and seem to be happy with it
Did it come with the motor mount?
@@ConradNagel-ch6zn no, you have to buy it separate, just go on Amazon and type "Intex motor mount" I believe they are like 25$
Any feedback on Newti power batteries? I am getting a new mariner 4 with Endura Max 50Lbs... not sure if I should go with cheap/chinese LiFePO4 100Ah or branded AGM like Duracell 50Ah...
As of now its still working great, if I could pick I'd go with litimes new 100ah mini!!!
@@codyakfishing8856 Thanks... Litime mini is bit out of my budget.
Would you recommend Newti power? Amazon currently has 100Ah for $199 with free 5A/10A charger
Great video, very informative. Do you sit on the green box to drive the boat?
For right now yes, although I will experiment with different style of seats, I'm going to try a large milk crate with a stadium seat next
oars are a safety feature. oars do not need to be blocked.
that’s what the secondary battery for the main battery is for 😁
is the floor hard or soft?
@@0wnToDead it's like a roll out type floor, but the slats are a hard plastic, close to a 1x4 size, makes it easy to lay a piece of plywood in it, but I haven't yet
Me gustaría escuchar este video en español por que quiero comprar un mariner4
Is this boat better than the intex excursion 5 person inflatable boat?
It has less room, but the material is much more robust...
Hey I found everything for $600 used but looks prestine condition should I do it?
I work a lot but going camping with the 24’ trailer so I think this would be a great addition for the kids and the wife
I say go for it, pristine or not these boats are easy to repair if they spring a leak, I believe mine has one m, if it does I'll be making a video of the repair, for me I use the red tube of shoe goo
And also, u can't even find a bare Jon boat for that cheap, and this boat has double the capacity
600 is too high , unless prices have doubled. I got mine for $350 + 50 ( cabelas) for mount, $100 for motor and 100 for Marine battery (CAD) I don’t have lithium and …. I’ve had it for about 4 years…awesome boat.
The danger of over inflating is one the sun hits it , it will swell more.
Do you have to register this inflatable boat?
Depends on the state, but in Colorado yes
So, is the boat easily ripped then. You did say you had to patch it. Do you know what the cause of the leak/hole was?
It has a few patches, mostly from dragging it on ground, and one time running into a dock with a sharp metal edge. I wouldn't say it rips easily, but patching it is simple. I use only shoe goo, no material needed, this boat only uses 1 psi to inflate so the shoe goo holds easily for a very long time
i had the old sea hawk II, then an ex destroyed it. got a marniner 3. very similar but thinner and lower max weight. just went on a 2 day trip. pure bliss. im saving up for a hangkai 4stroke 4hp. boats n hoes.🍻
Oh wow your ex destroyed it??? What a low blow!! Good luck with your boat bro
These boats are leaking, and water gets in through the stitches. I bought the first boat three years ago and it started to leak after one year. I bought another Mariner 4 about a year ago, hoping that the first one was a factory defect but it happened again after two months leaking again. I spent $1000 for these two boats and it is very frustrating. I tried to patch the stitches but it was impossible, it broke in another place. Very poor quality boat.
That's insane, I've never had that issue, my first mariner 4 boat broke due to my neglect, I inflated it too much and burst a seam on the inside, this one I have now is 7 years old and still going strong
I am not so lucky.@@codyakfishing8856
over inflated. no fixing the seams. my old boat leaked at the seam but i still used it 100s of times n just left pump connected and topped it off every cpl hours. 🍻
The life vest/jacket won't work unless you wear them.
Since that vid I wear them full time now, as you may see in my two recent vids, if I'm on the boat or kayak I got it on
@@codyakfishing8856 Thats great to hear 👍