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Can a pond boat be rowed?
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11/05/24 10:18 PM
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richg
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I'm looking at a number of different pond boats. Mostly 9 or 10 feet.
I have access to a pond, but it is restricted to NO MOTORS. While there are a number of other non-restricted ponds I can fish, this one is close and full of 1.b bass.
Can I row the pond boat? Are they set up for rowing? I can add oarlocks, but only if the rowing works reasonably well. The entire pond is only 8 acres. so the rowing distance isn't an issue.
Does anyone own a pond boat that they row on occasion?
Thanks for any help. R
regards, richg
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Re: Can a pond boat be rowed?
[Re: richg]
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11/06/24 04:35 PM
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medinaD
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Because of it's wide platform it's not ideal, but can be done. I have learned that using the kayak style oar (double blade) works better than a singe blade oar. You'll get better response. It will also help to have a makeshift rudder on the back.
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Re: Can a pond boat be rowed?
[Re: richg]
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11/07/24 02:57 PM
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JJ4MEL
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Many ponds/lakes will state no motors, but will allow a trolling motor. Not sure if this is the case in your pond. As Medina mentioned above, rowing will work, but not generally ideal. Will be tough in any wind.
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Re: Can a pond boat be rowed?
[Re: richg]
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11/08/24 01:58 AM
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porta
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Rowing or paddling may not work, if someone has to go into wind and waves, but it depends on how young and strong they are. The brick shape and heavy weight as well as the paddling position require a lot of effort to make Headway compared to a kayak or rowboat. But if the pond is in a protected area paddling may work well enough to get around slowly.
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Re: Can a pond boat be rowed?
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11/19/24 06:01 PM
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COFF
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You'd be much better off in a canoe.
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Re: Can a pond boat be rowed?
[Re: richg]
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11/25/24 12:41 AM
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texasflycaster
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OR ... can a rowboat be pawned? They're out there ... Agree with canoe.
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