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Fishing Boat ReviewsUse this fishing boat reviews page to learn all about drift boats. Drift boats provide an excellent means of fly fishing and accessing water that would be off limits on foot. There are several different types of drift boats and different materials are used to build different boats. The drift boat you own should serve several different functions:
Are you ready to learn more about drift boats? If you are new to the idea and want a starting point, scroll down to the section about rowing and safety then read about the different designs and materials. If you are an old pro, have a look at our individual fishing boat reviews and information pages. There are several different drift boat designs. The primary goal is to create a boat the floats high and tracks well. This creates less work for the rower and allows the boat to cruise through shallow water and narrow channels. In this section we look at the different hull designs used and the purpose for each. If you are more interested in materials, scroll down to read about the pros and cons of each. 
A well designed drift boat is a joy to row. Plastic fishing boats are relatively new and they are beginning to gain some positive recognition. Some of the new plastic boats are incredibly light and they are near indestructible. Are you ready for a drift boat that floats like a raft, tracks like a dream and can run through heavy whitewater. The evolution of plastic fishing boats is very interesting and definitely worth following. Check out our plastic fishing boat reviews. Aluminum drift boats are heavy, loud and dependable. You can run them through whitewater, bash against rocks and never worry about sinking the boat. Aluminum may have more cons on the list than other materials but it is the only material that is one hundred percent dependable and will never require replacement. Let us tell you why we have a love-hate relationship with aluminum in this fishing boat reviews section. Wood drift boats require more maintenance than any other materials. They also have more style and appeal than anyother material. Advanced resins have increased the strength and durability of new wood boats. Wood is not the most common choice but those who travel this road, do so with purpose. Fiberglass is the most common and affordable drift boat material. It is used to construct some of the finest boats around and it is durable. The material requires minimal maintenance when compared to wood but a new finish is required on occasion. Like wood, it can be punctured but it takes a really hard bashing and the hole can be repaired with a patch. RO Drift Boats RO is an excellent company with a great line of affordable boats. As a Montana based company, it is safe to say RO knows a thing or two about boat design. Their boats are comfortable, well designed and ready to hit the water. It is almost sad to see one of these things parked on the street when you know it belongs on the river. Click the header to read our RO fishing boat reviews. Clackacraft Drift Boat "Clacka" is a leader in boat design and is the choice of many guides. The boats track like a dream and the layout is incredible. The company uses fiberglass to create light, steady, rowing machines. We have logged some serious hours behind the oars of a Clackacraft and you will not be hearing any complaints on our end. 
A Hyde in the water is a beautiful thing. Hyde Boats Before long we will find a drift boat company to trash talk but not in this section. Hyde is more than a well known name in the west and their boats are right up there with the latter. Check out our reviews of the individual Hyde models and construction style to see why we like these boats. Willie Drift Boats Looking for a heavy aluminum boat to tackle some big water? Willie boats are constructed for big western steelhead rivers with unpredictable flows. The boats can seat more than two passengers and they are designed to be bullet proof. These boats are not for everyone but if you are looking for beast to plow through big water, have a look at our Willie fishing boat reviews. How cold is it this winter? If you have the space and the resources, you can build your own custom drift boat. We have located some of the best drift boat plans out there to get you on track to owning a one of a kind craft. Heads will turn, people will talk and the fish will be pretty much indifferent. Rowing a drift boat is a special skill set. It is not incredibly difficult but it does require practice and safety measures. Once you learn the basic oar strokes and how to avoid obstacles, you will be on your way to positioning anglers for perfect presentations and landing trophy fish. Rowing is not about you, it is about the anglers fishing in your boat. The oars can make all the difference on a boat. Oar style and positioning are often overlooked but they can change the way you row. We have examined several different oar styles, materials and accessories to determine which are the most efficient and comfortable. Once you have selected a boat, you must organize your gear and accessorize the craft. You must be able to access flies and equipment quickly, sometimes without completely removing your hands from the oars. You also do not want to clutter the floor and create a mess. Now that we have completed all of our fishing boat reviews, we figured why not review the things you put inside the boat. Leave Fishing Boat Reviews and Return to Nomad Fly Fishing Home Check Out Our Pontoon Fishing Boats Check Our Our Float Tube Fishing Guide |
