3 Ideas to Make Any Pontoon More Fishable
In today’s competitive pontoon boat market, standing out from the competition is crucial for boosting sales. When shopping for a new boat, customers need to envision all the ways they can enjoy a day on the water — be it a wine and cheese sunset cruise or fishing with the grandkids. Many pontoon manufacturers nail the “cruising” aspect while largely ignoring the fishing.
By integrating fishing-friendly features (or optional fishing upgrades) boat builders can enhance the functionality and versatility of their pontoons, making them more attractive to potential customers. Teak Isle offers a range of cost-effective, impactful fishing upgrades that are easy for builders to incorporate.
Cruising First Pontoons
Vertical Rod Storage
Even the most “cruising first” pontoon needs a low-profile, simple rod holder. If a fish jumps or your guests want to wet a line, it will be there — neat and out of the way.
Fishing rods are cumbersome without dedicated storage, often getting tangled, damaged, or taking up deck space. Vertical rod racks provide a simple, cost-effective solution by keeping rods upright, organized, and accessible.
A newly designed clamp system allows rod racks to be quickly removed or installed with no toolsThese racks can be permanently mounted for a secure fit or easily removed when not in use, offering flexible storage options for any pontoon setup.
”Vertical rod racks can be figured for different numbers of rods and include slots of lures and tools.
Dual Purpose Pontoons
Lounge Backrest Storage/Tackle Units
Pop-up changing rooms in lounge backrests are becoming considerably less popular. This area offers fantastic storage space where we can integrate drawers, storage cubbies, folding tables, trash cans, and Plano-style tackle trays.
Adding a few Plano tray slots gives your customers a place to keep basic lures and tackle in a dedicated area.
Combination tackle units for lounge backrests combine tackle tray slots with general purpose storageTeak Isle collaborates with builders to create attractive, functional storage solutions that enhance the utility of lounge backrests, making them more appealing to potential buyers.
”Combination tackle units for lounge backrests combine tackle tray slots with general purpose storage.
Fishing Pontoons
Freestanding Tackle Centers
For serious anglers, freestanding tackle centers are a game-changer. Mounted against the fence and secured to the deck, these units offer extensive storage for tackle trays, rods, tools, and even a cutting board for bait prep. Teak Isle’s flagship freestanding tackle unit, a New Product Showcase winner at iCAST 2024, features lockable drawers, multiple tackle tray slots, rod holders, and more.
Freestanding tackle units can range from compact cabinets to full-featured tackle centers
Teak Isle’s flagship freestanding tackle unit, a New Product Showcase winner at ICAST 2024, features lockable drawers, multiple tackle tray slots, rod holders, and moreWith their ease of installation, these tackle centers can serve as a key feature on fishing models or as an easy-to-add option in many spaces on cruising models. These units can transform any pontoon into a fishing machine, providing a significant selling point for builders and dealers.
”Freestanding tackle units can range from compact cabinets to full-featured tackle centers.
