Young Boat’s Tips for Rigging Your Center Console Fishing Boat

One of the perks of owning a Young Boat’s center console fishing boat is the rigging versatility it offers. When rigged properly it can set you up to succeed in any opportunity that arises during an inshore, nearshore or offshore fishing trip. We put together a list of tips for rigging your center console fishing boat.

1. Angler Angles

   • Depending on your location, wind, waves, and currents you will need to adjust your angle to properly catch fish. Young Boat’s center console fishing boats have rod holders strategically placed so you can always find the perfect angle to hook more fish.

2. Rod Storage

   • Depending on the purpose and length of your fishing trip, you may need to pack a variety of rods and supplies. Young Boat’s center console fishing boat offers a variety of rod storage including a standard under-gunwale rod rack (that can hold 8 additional rods) and six ss flush mount rod holders (mounted on deck cap, with hidden ss fasteners).

3. Tackle Trays and Gear Bags

   • It is essential to properly label and organize all your wires, hooks, lures, and more in your center console storage space. This way, when you need something quick, you have easy access and know exactly where to find it.

4. Carbon Fiber Outriggers

   • Young Boat’s offers an upgrade to your center console fishing boat that expands the distance and number of fishing rods on your boat. Upgrade: Carbon Fiber Outriggers {22ft, GEMLUX, cast 316SS, underside adjustment bases, ss bearings and integrated roller guides} is a great way to allow you to reel in and release your fishing line with a system of pulleys and clips. These are popular amongst anglers who want to troll two baits.

5. Gaffs & Landing Nets

   • With the center console storage options, you have the perfect place to store your varying sized gaffs and nets so that they are out of the way but quickly accessible when needed.

6. Lighting

   • If you plan on going night fishing, you want to make sure your center console fishing boat is prepared with marine LED lights to brighten things up when needed aboard your vessel.

7. Safety First

   • Before setting sail on your angling adventure, always make sure you have your emergency gear accounted for. It’s always important to have a reliable personal locating beacon, life jackets and other required equipment.

We hope you found these rigging tips useful and catch a variety of fish on your next angling adventure! Young Boats offers a variety of center-console fishing boats? If you are interested in upgrading your boat or buying your first boat, give us a call!