The boat has a 600m range but this may not quite be reachable unless the conditions are perfect so it is unlikely to reach much further than most other boats. Moreover, some bait boats allow for DIY maintenance. So, if you’re one of those anglers who knows their way around some tools, the above consideration will also factor into your buying decision. Price One place where the Flytec 2011-5 falls short is in the range department: while its manufacturers claim this bait boat has a range of 500 meters, the reality is closer to 200 meters. However, the short-range isn’t too much of a problem when you view the Flytec 20115 for what it is: an entry-level bait boat. It’s easily the best bait boat you can buy among budget models.

All told, the Microcat MKIII is a great shallow water bait boat that offers stealthy operation. The carp won’t know what hit them. The only point I hear some people complain about, although it doesn’t matter to me, is the weight of this boat. It is heavier than many others but as long as the performance doesn’t disappoint (it doesn’t!) I don’t see an issue, personally.

For bait delivery, it has two hoppers that you can operate either individually or simultaneously. You can also place your hookbait in one of the hoppers if you want to place it separately from the other bait. Low price, two hoppers, and 5+-hours of runtime are only a few of the insane features the Goolsky Flytec 2011-5 has going for it. Weighing 2 kg, the Flytec 2011-5 is very lightweight yet durably constructed with injection-moulded ABS. Moreover, this bait boat sports a flat hull for stability, though it sacrifices the boat’s maximum speed.

It has a rubberized handle on the top, which increases its portability and makes taking the boat to and from the water easy.

Delivering bait is possible, thanks to two hoppers on the boat’s rear end. Together, the hoppers can carry 1.5 kg of cargo and can be operated independently of one another. Unfortunately, the Flytec 2011-5 doesn’t come with a line clip for rigs, meaning you’ll have to use one of the hoppers to deliver your line. Twin motors (brushless) power the Catamaran in collaboration with the boat’s two 7.14 volt lithium batteries. Thanks to the motors, guiding the boat along the water is a breeze. And having a Catamaran design, the Anatec is pretty stable on choppy waters. No matter how good an angler you consider yourself, it’ll be impossible to get a bite in such waters. However, the noiselessness of a bait boat solves the said issue. Convenience Waverunner throws in a free spare battery and solar charger with the MK4. These are necessary freebies because they’ll help justify this bait boat’s eye-watering price if you’re not entirely convinced by its other cool features. The third version of the popular Microcat is easily their best-selling model and has a lot to stand out from the crowd.

On top of the hopper’s clever opening, the boat also has a magnetic hook release system . This system works independently from the hopper so you can keep your hookbait separate from the main hopper full of bait.For similar reasons, don’t use it too close to the shore. Doing so will not only annoy those around you, and is entirely unnecessary as you can cast there easily. Protect Your Bait From Birds The boats also allow you to bait the water and release your hook at the same time. Instead of a delay between the two when using a lot of bait, your hook is dropped into the water at the same time. That increases your chances of a catch, making sure you don’t miss the first few feeders. Reach Places You Can’t Cast