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Effective draw of the laptop's charging brick (V x A = W) is 45 watts. Due diligence done! By that math, the Marbero lasted about as long as it should have, taking transformer loss into consideration. It's just a very small power station, and expectations should be tempered, accordingly.

It's all coming along quite well!

Thanks, RR. This is going to be one hell of a yak when the mods are complete!

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The only time I've had a side-deployed anchor was on a sit-in. The first time I deployed in current, the yak filled and I lost a bunch of gear. The Manta will likely (eventually) get a bow-mounted anchor, if I even need it. Between the fully variable speed control of the motor and foot steering, I doubt I would deploy an anchor much.

Yes, we go to the comprehensive rear transom build in the next video. I'm doing some work on the edit tonight. The steering is also done, and we will probably build the motor lift tomorrow or Tuesday. I had a "good" plan, but the tolerances on the Newport tilt-lock are pretty freaking tight (much more so than Minn Kota). Gary and I designed a better alternative and we had to locate and acquire some additional "niche" hardware. I'm pretty excited about this. Things are really coming together!

You'll see it cruising around with the motor on the rear transom tomorrow (Sat 02/01/25) in a review of a new 100aH LifePO4 battery. I promised the batt company a particular timeline on that review and so it had to jump the line a spot. I'll edit up the fabrication/installation as soon as possible so that it's the next in line (likely next Sat).

@BarryP awesome going to buy two of these kayaks but you can only get them for lifetime right now. Walmart and tractor supply they said they don't know if they will have them back or not.. so called lifetime to see whats going on if there is a recall on them or if they are doing redesign. Guy told me no redesign yet but there was talks about it and Walmart, tractor supply, dicks sporting goods and Amazon should have them they are just not ordering them yet

@@bushwhookie1334 Unless you know more than I do, I don't think you can even get them from Lifetime right now. Please let me know what the price is direct from Lifetime, as they actually (mistakenly) have it listed on their site for $4,900 (!!!!) right now, and not available for shipping. Can you please email me at barrypfishing@gmail.com and send me the details so I can update the community?

@@BarryP yeah the guy said all of them can getting them now and sell them now. He said I can buy one now though lifetime now free shipping but I didn't ask the price i would say $699 or $799 i will call back and see. Asked him if they use affirm and they dont. That why i use Amazon to buy or Walmart cause for two kayaks be $60 a monthly be like 32months. Said Walmart tractor supply and Amazon probably start ordering end of February or early March

@@bushwhookie1334 Interesting. Something that stood out to me was on Lifetime's website (which mistakenly lists the Manta at $4,900... no shit), they HAD a message around the availability section that said the Manta will be back in stock on Feb 7. That message has since disappeared on both versions. Tractor Supply Version: www.lifetime.com/lifetime-91302-angler-kayak Walmart Version: www.lifetime.com/lifetime-91319-manta-angler-kayak

I'm with you 100%. Full build coming soon!

Thanks, AiO!

This is great feedback! I truly had the sense that it would likely work well with smaller, lighter motors. It's not that the Newport 46lb is all that heavy, but it's got A LOT of torque and made the turns pretty... "leaney", for lack of a better term. I am definitely not keeping it simple. The Newport is going on the rear, getting full pulley deployment, foot steering and PWM throttle control. Stay tuned! You might end up liking what's to come over the next couple of weeks.

​@BarryP nice when will that video be up.. you may have to get another manta so u will have one to beat up on in the creeks and rivers. Then one with trolling motor on back for lakes and bigger deeper rivers

It honestly wasn't much work at all. The rear mount is already done (it's awesome, btw), and the whole project will include motor raise/lower deployment from the seat, foot steering and a PWM for infinite throttle control. This is going to be my daily driver and I'm building it to work perfectly with or without the motor and associated gear. Despite being kinda heavy for its size, it is remarkably maneuverable in the small and swift water that I normally target. Vids for each mod will begin to roll out next weekend, and will apply to pretty much every kayak... not just the Manta! It's good to see you! I hope all is well!

It's already solved. It's getting this 46lb Newport rear mounted (already fabricated and tested) and will get foot steering, motor raise/lower deployment from the seated position, and a remote controlled PWM to make the throttle infinitely variable. Let's make it a point to get out there this Spring!

​@@BarryP how did you end up patching the holes from the side mount?

@Codename_toadz I haven't, yet. I will probably just remove the mount and put the hardware back in place. It won't be in the way at all. However, they should be remarkably easy to patch. I kept the drilled out pieces for the existing switches, meters and plugs. That's more than enough material to heat, drip and mend to the adjacent HDPE structure. It actually might be worth making a short video. Thanks for the idea!

@BarryP that's exactly what I was hoping for. I patched up holes using a plastic welder kit from harbor freight. I'm excited to see the new mods for the new port. That'll be just what I need to push me to buy one

​@Codename_toadz By the way, the kayak is SO CLOSE to being back in stock. We should see them shipping from Tractor Supply on or around Feb 7, 2025. They should be widely distributed for pickup by Spring.

Comments like these help people decide. Thanks, Narrahd!

@BarryP 100% my pleasure 😁

For what it's worth, the Outlaw 11.5 (which I did not use for this demo) weighs 82lbs unloaded, and I have full confidence in that roller. And yes, Okemo and Killington are my favorites in the East.

A lot of health stuff. I'm okay. I have a winter series starting in a few days. I just need one.. calm.. day. It's either windy as f*ck or the ice will start to build. I'm in a hurry, but I'll work it out. Thank you. Beau!

@@BarryP Brother, I can relate. We chatted before, Cancer is gone. We'll get together this coming season for to give the fish a sore mouth!

@@beausoter1763 We absolutely have to! barrypfishing@gmail.com

ruclips.net/video/tZdDHJhL2sI/видео.html It comes pretty quickly in the stem to stern portion.

Oh, I thought you mounted your battery inside the hull because of the cords coming up through the underside.

@@SteveHutchinson-q1w It's a waterproof SAE plug.

Thank you!

These 4's are pretty good. This was a dark filming day! They did GREAT!

Thanks, DoubleD! It's really nice to be back with the crew. I truly missed y'all. I hope all is well!

The cams are so easy. No babysitting. Let's get out there soon!

@ I’ll take any kind of bite right about now. Pond sesh included.

@@bassinbaskie I'll take you out to this joint (in this vid) and we can target species. That pond is awesome.

That pond is fantastic. It's got monster Crappie, Gills and Largies. Do me a favor and contact me via email. We need to set something up this Spring!

@@BarryP Absolutely! You gave me your email last year, but I can't seem to locate it. Yeah, I've watched you fish that pond many times. Great spot to scratch that itch!

If you're hesitant about sharing your email again on your channel, I could just meet up with you just about anytime. I'm retired now, so it's a lot easier getting on the water these days.

The Crappie and Gills are pretty special in this pond. I appreciate you, buddy! We should get together in Spring.

Not bad, eh? If I dial it up 3db (something you cannot do with GoPro) I pretty much won't have to screw around with audio at all. These cams are pretty good.

Thanks, brother. Love ya, man! That tail area of where we were on Oct should be a priority in April.

This was a particularly dreary day. The cams lit stuff up pretty well! Thank you for the kind words. Love ya, man! Let's do a live this winter with @Onlyfins.

Nice! I did a stop by Anna on the way back from a convention last winter. I totally wished I was geared up to go give it a try. It was super choppy that day. The little wind happened to be going in the wrong direction. Hit the coves, man!

Zankyou for the insight! 🙃

@@BarryP Haha. Nice video.

@@zankyou101 Thanks, Zank! And thank you for the insight. That certainly makes a lot of sense for certain build materials. I'm going to go ahead and pin this thread.

It's a great kayak and you'll find it to be wonderfully stable. I actually did install a modification to raise the seat, and it doesn't make any difference to the stability. It's the 3rd video in this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLLdVIS53jYPoI_fc5rgXLSV3D0r4_m6qe The only problem right now is availability. Neither Walmart or Tractor Supply have them in stock, and they are the only sellers. No official word on when they will become available again. What part of the country are you in?

It's a great reel. Paired with the right rod, you can really zing around tiny baits.

Return it and get a replacement. This seems like a rare thing and it shouldn't take any type of effort to get it dialed. A properly operating XCS is a thing of beauty... especially at that price point.

I'd probably go with a high quality 4lb fluoro over anything much larger in diameter if you're going to go that way. You can try a 6, but casting distance might suffer a little bit. It might not suffer, but I tend to err toward the lighter side. If you go with a braid like I do, I use a 6lb Berkley x9 Braid to a 6lb Berkley Professional Fluoro leader tied on with a double-uni. I know that sounds odd, but I go that heavy on the leader side (6lb) because I'm constantly casting around the sharp, rocky bottoms of the Potomac watershed. I haven't had any break offs. You can always use a 4lb fluoro main with a slightly heavier fluoro leader (tied with a double-uni) if you're concerned about rocks or teeth chipping up the last few feet of your main line. Another thing you could do is to utilize the two spools with two different configurations (like a 6lb fluoro on the deep spool and a braid on the shallow spool) to maximize its potential. MAKE SURE YOU GET THE TWO-SPOOL VERSION! I'd also get that Lixada handle. You'll enjoy the reel a lot more with that installed.

You are very welcome. And thank you for reminding me of this trip. It's fun looking back on the older stuff. The channel has evolved quite a bit, since.

@BarryP I'm going to go bank fish on the south branch this weekend with a buddy who has some property. Hope I can hook a few smallies.

@@Iniquity_ty You might want to jig slightly heavier than you normally will. Leaves are definitely going to be a factor.

I've had a huge allergic reaction to ... fall (no kidding... the allergic reactions and hives this year are pretty epically ridiculous, and have been debilitating). I'm also questioning a lot of things about this channel, including my physical ability to keep it going. I do not know if or when this channel will resume production. I might be blowing things out of proportion, but i'm severely disappointed with a lot of factors. I'm trying to figure out where this goes, or if I should even bother with it.

@BarryP So sorry to hear, brother. I was afraid your absence from your channel was heath related. My RA/ long covid forced my early retirement in May, so I think I can understand your dilemma. I've been essentially day-to-day with my capacity to function for more than a year, but things do seem to be slowly improving lately. I know how discouraging it can be to feel incapacitated for extended periods, but I've learned to make the best of it until it passes. I'm still hoping to get on the river with you when we're both on our game. Be well!

@@ri-jm5tn We should try to do so before one of the other can't. LOL

Haha! I am not. I'm here on RUclips only.

I'm guessing you're using a line that has a diameter that can't quite find its way into the sides of the Zephyr spool. The HICC50 is a great reel. I'd definitely recommend the handle upgrade, though.

@@BarryP 20lb Berkeley X5. No I haven’t had that issue thankfully.

@@BarryPI use 4 lb braid with no issues, just don’t overfill it! I also just ordered my hicc50 so won’t be using the zephyr as much I’m sure.

I'd definitely recommend the Ned Rig. Z-Man Finesse TRD with 1/16 to 1-32 oz jig head (I recommend Mule Fishing). That's well under your $15 target. Have fun with your new channel. Feel free to reach out if you need any advice.

They are a great pair of pups!

Oh, I did.

Sounds good! I'll get ahold of Mark for some of the details! Thanks you very much for the invite!

Thanks, man! It was great meeting you out there!

... and this happened in mid-June!!!! I certainly won't be ignoring those inlets at that time of year, anymore!

How are you liking the risers?

@@BarryP amazing and i was able to cut down a milk crate to fit under the seat so now i have a really neat sliding compartment for my tackle

@@silvestrepalacios9009 Ah, there we go! Nice work, man!

Hi there! Thank you! I always use braid-to-leader, but whether I use a fluoro or mono leader depends a lot on the water, itself. As you can see, I do mostly finesse in smaller rivers like this. This river is pretty shallow, apart from a few deeper holes. When that's the case, I'll use mono in order to slow down the fall rate a little bit. If the water is deeper or there's more current, I'll lean toward fluoro. I always use fluoro on swimbaits, jerkbaits, spinners, etc, and always use mono with topwater. That's pretty much my recipe for success. I'll be sure to have a closer look at your channel!

@@BarryP thank you for the info!!!! I've been snakehead fishing a lot the past couple years so I am always going straight braid but i know i need to start putting a leader on for the rivers lol!! I do still run straight braid a lot even in Patapsco and catch fish but I'm always wondering if bigger ones don't bite because of the line lol thanks again for the info I appreciate it!

@@MommyOutdoors I wouldn't necessarily worry about braid detracting the bigger fish. For snakehead, they are typically found pretty shallow and the no-stretch properties of straight braid will help penetrate the bony mouth on the hookset. Elsewhere, and with bass, trout, etc, I'd be more concerned with the presentation vs where the fish are. Braid, and it's buoyancy factor kinda acts like mono (pretty "floaty"). If you need the bait to drop faster, a fairly long 8-10ft fluoro leader will help get the bait down to where the fish are, if the fish are deeper or are in current. If you're using heavier baits in rivers (bigger jigs, etc), it shouldn't make a huge amount of difference.

I would definitely go with the Manta over the Outlaw. It's pretty much the same weight, but much more maneuverable. I would argue that it's more stable, as well. You can practically do a waltz on the deck. It's also cheaper!

Thanks Barry

@@bryanbambrick4826 No problem. Feel free to ask any questions.

Awesome! Glad to hear it. Were you out on the Manta?

@@BarryP yes sir! I have part 1 posted. Try to get part 2 of the trip out at the end of the week

@@Ohio_Hobbies_Guy Excellent! I'll check it out this eve! I've got to get out to do some reviews!

Let's get out there, buddy!

@@BarryP Might have a day available this week.

While I mostly lean on finesse on rivers in the summer, there are several factors I consider. Water temp, current strength and depth of water tend to be the biggest factors. I'll actually regularly go to the Finesse TRD on 1/32 oz in stronger (but not necessarily heavy) flows, as they will drift a lot more naturally. In slack like this, I can cover a lot more water with the Big TRD and 1/16th oz without it falling too quickly. It's truly a case-by-case basis as to which I throw in a given area, but always have both at the ready. The general desire is to achieve the most natural presentation as lightly as possible without the bait getting overwhelmed by current or falling too quickly.

@@BarryP Appreciate the information. I seem to have more luck with the standard TRD myself.