Sea-Legs Pontoon Lift

Sea Legs are great for Lake Champlain and all other bodies of water in Vermont and Upstate New York. Call Day Brothers Boats in Plattsburgh, NY for more information on Sea-Legs. 518-562-2628

What are Sea-Legs?

Sea-Legs are the world's only portable hydraulic pontoon lift. The product consists of two hydraulically operated lift modules (or Legs) that are attached to the bottom of the pontoon deck. The Legs lift and hold the boat at any height, up to six feet, from the lake or river bottom. When fully retracted under the deck, your pontoon is fully functional until you get to your next destination. To secure your boat, simply extend the Sea-Legs.

How long has Sea-Legs been around?

Sea-Legs were first installed commercially in 1994 and are protected by a U.S. patent issued in 1996. There are currently more than 3500 sets of Sea-Legs in operation in the U.S. and Canada.

What type of boats can Sea-Legs be installed on?

Sea-Legs will fit on most 18 to 26 foot standard, new or pre-owned, pontoon boats. They are designed to optimally function on pontoons that have an 8.5' wide deck and 25" pontoons; however, 8' wide decks and smaller diameter pontoons can be accommodated.

Where can I use Sea-Legs?

One of the best benefits of Sea-Legs is the wide variety of applications that they can be used in. Raise your Sea-Legs and go, lower your Sea-Legs and park - at your dock, sandbars, restaurants, visiting neighbors, shore fishing, getting gas and more.

Will Sea-Legs work on all lake bottoms?

Yes. Sea-Legs are being used on all types of lake and river bottom surfaces. Whether you have sand, rocks or "muck", each independent leg has approximately 3000 lbs of extension and retraction power. Getting stuck is not an issue. Your local Authorized Sea-Legs dealer may have further information for you including recommendations and referrals from other Sea-Legs' owners in your area.

What is the lift height?

Sea-Legs will lift the deck of your pontoon six (6) feet, measured from the bottom of the pontoon deck to the lake or river bottom. In order to take the buoyancy off of the pontoons you need to be in approximately 4 ½ - 5 feet water. To have your pontoons fully out of the water, a depth of 4 feet or less is required.

How do I keep my boat level?

The front and back Sea-Legs can be operated independently or simultaneously via the remote control or manual toggle switches. To compensate for different sloped lake bottoms, adjust the front or back height as needed.

Will Sea-Legs affect my boat's performance?

No. When fully retracted, Sea-Legs tuck to within 5 inches of the deck bottom, meaning they do not drag in the water as you drive. Sea-Legs' total weight is about 300 pounds, evenly distributed throughout the length of the boat.

How are Sea-Legs powered? Do I need an extra battery?

Sea-Legs' runs off standard marine-grade boat batteries. There is no need for additional power other than the battery you use to start your boat normally. We highly recommend a battery with at least 750 cold cranking amps.

Note: Sea-Legs are fun to show-off to neighbors and friends, so keep a mental note of the amount of use and how much you run your engine to naturally recharge your battery, as you would if you had your radio on for an extended period of time.

Do I need to do anything to winterize Sea-Legs?

No. We advise that you retract your Sea-Legs fully, winterize your motor and store it as you normally would on blocks or on a trailer. There is no need to do anything extra to winterize Sea-Legs.

Radisson Canoes

Radisson Canoes are great for Lake Champlain, Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Lake George and every body of water in the Adirondacks. The canoes are durable in rough waters but light enough to carry a good distance when trying to hike into wooded areas.


The revolutionary Radisson Canoe didn’t just happen by. A long process of development, experience, and good engineering produced a craft truly ‘Born of Canadian Waters’. Since it’s humble beginnings in a small Northern Ontario garage, the Radisson Canoe has grown to become a Canadian icon. With continued hard work over the last 60 years to develop the canoe, it has now become one of Canada’s most recognizable watercraft which now has a global customer base.

In 1947 in North Bay, Ontario, Cedric Summers, an ex WWII RCAF Air Frame Engineer and avid fisherman couldn’t find a canoe that suited his needs so he decided to build one. Having worked with lightweight aluminum in his profession of building airplanes for the air force, there was only one material to use - Lightweight Aluminum.

This was the beginning of the journey for the now legendary Radisson Canoe. The light weight Sportsmen’s Canoe has gone on to be used around the world by thousands of enthusiasts. Originally built in 12’ and 14’ Pointed models in two colours, there are now 8 models with five colour options.

Radissonl canoes are hand crafted from light gauge marine aluminum which withstands the normal use and abuse by Sportsmen but is still easy for Grandpa to load onto his vehicle. With a 38” beam and a 13” depth the 12’ Pointed weighing in at 34 lbs. is a great canoe for fishing, hunting or cruising the shoreline of your favourite lake or stream. Built to last decades the Radisson Canoe will really become one of your best pals when you take to the water no matter what you use it for.

It is a true honour to carry on the legacy of the Radisson Canoe. 

For more information on our Radisson Canoes please call Day Brothers Boats at 518-562-2628 or visit www.DayBrothersBoats.com

Plattsburgh, NY Boat Show

The Plattsburgh Boat show is this weekend on Feb 19th and 20th 2011. Please come see us and our line of great boats for Lake Champlain. You will have a the ability to get a close look at a number of lines that Day Brothers Boats has to offer. Lines include;

• Tahoe
• Tracker
• Nitro
• Mako
• Starcraft
• SunTracker

The show is being held at the Crete Civic Center. Foe more information please contact us at info@DayBrothersBoats.com. If you want to see our wide variety of inventory please go to http://www.daybrothersboats.com/.

Tahoe Boats on Lake Champlain

I have a feeling you are going to start seeing a lot more of these on Lake Champlain!

YOUR BOATING ADVENTURES START HERE.

As a member of the Bass Pro Group family, Tracker Marine Group and TAHOE Boats integrate a proud history of excellence in outdoor products into every model we build and sell. From the second you pick out your new boat, through all the fun and exciting moments you’ll experience on it, you will have peace of mind knowing you have the backing and support of a solid, stable industry leader.

Plus, you can find TAHOE boats at more than 50 Bass Pro Shops/Tracker Boat Center locations and hundreds of independent Tahoe boat dealers from coast to coast. You’ll also find huge boat showrooms featured in every Bass Pro Shops store. So, it doesn’t matter where you live or boat, you can relax knowing that factory TAHOE service will be available to you for the life of your boat. And, you’ll always get the best deal no matter when or where you shop.

Commitment to customers has been our legacy for more than 30 years, and it’s our promise to you for the decades to come.

Quality boats for quality family time.
Our Customers Speak. We Listen. TAHOE employs one of the most comprehensive customer feedback systems in the boating industry. The input we receive from thousands of owners about every aspect of their boating experience helps us continually improve product performance and quality. It’s all part of our long-standing commitment to your fun and excitement.

We focus on the details that matter, so you can enjoy years of fun on the water

Outstanding new products and Quality Manufacturing! TAHOE sport boats raise the bar on excellence in craftsmanship, starting with our state-of-the-art fiberglass plant and quality-conscious technicians. The fiberglass hulls and decks are carefully measured and hand-laid to endure a bright finish and maximum strength and durability. Seats are designed to be plush and luxurious while still being rugged and sturdy. Hardware and components are marine-grade quality and securely installed for years of service. And the fit and finish of the who boat rivals that of luxury cars.

To view Tahoe Boats for sale please go to http://www.daybrothersboats.com/

Species of fish in Lake Champlain

 Lake Champlain is safe for swimming, fishing, and boating. It is considered a world-class fishery for salmonid species (Lake trout and Atlantic salmon) and bass. About 81 fish species live in the Lake, and more than 300 bird species rely on it for habitat and as a resource during migrations. Here are some of the most popular among Lake Champlain anglers.

 

BROOK TROUT - AVG. LENGTH 6"-12"

Also known as "Square tails," this species of trout is found in every area of Vermont. A native of North America, the brook trout enjoys cold, clear waters and can be taken on artificial flies, spinning lures, and live bait where permitted. Brook trout eat aquatic insects, worms, leeches, other fish, frogs, and crustaceans. 

BROWN TROUT - AVG. LENGTH 8"-18"

This trout species was brought to Vermont in 1892 from their native home in Europe. Brown trout are found in the upper regions of the Connecticut River. A great game fish known for strength.
LAKE TROUT - AVG. LENGTH 15"-20"

Actually a char, lake trout or "lakers" are native to Vermont and found near the bottom of Vermont's deep, cold lakes. These big trout can reach 30 or more inches and can weigh more than 20 pounds!
LARGEMOUTH BASS - AVG. LENGTH 8"-15
 
The largest member of the sunfish family in Vermont, they have a large round mouth and are commonly found in lakes and ponds. They like rocky bottoms and feed on crawlers, insects and other fish.
NORTHERN PIKE - AVG. LENGTH 15"-21"

This long, slender fish has a large mouth and sharp teeth. Pike have scales on the upper half of their gill covers, and their tail, dorsal and anal fins have dark sports or blotches.
PICKEREL - AVG. LENGTH 15"-20"

Chain pickerel are members of the same family that includes northern pike. Pickerel have fully scaled gill covers, and sharp, needle-like teeth.
PUMPKINSEED (Sunfish) - AVG. LENGTH 7"-9"

This small, brightly colored sunfish is representative of a group of fish called "panfish", which in Vermont includes bluegill, redbreast sunfish, rock bass, and black crappie. These fish rarely exceed 10 inches, but are plentiful, fun to catch, and excellent eating. They feed on worms, other fish, insects and are also taken on artificial flies and lures.
RAINBOW TROUT - AVG. LENGTH 8"-12"

This trout is native to the American West, and was introduced to Vermont in the early 1800's. A beautiful fish. The tail and flanks are heavily spotted with small, well-defined black spots. Migratory lake-run rainbow trout, also known as steelheads, are silver-ish in color.
LANDLOCKED SALMON - AVG. LENGTH 12"-20"
 
Landlocked salmon are identical to sea-going Atlantic salmon. They have a forked tail, silvery flanks, and black spots on the upper half of their body. A great game fish, they prefer the cold waters of Vermont's deepest lakes.
RAINBOW SMELT - AVG. LENGTH 6"-8"

This small, slender, schooling fish is found in Vermont's deeper and colder lakes. They are a favorite food of lake trout, rainbow trout, and salmon. Often caught ice fishing, rainbow smelts are quite tasty when batter dipped and fried.
SMALLMOUTH BASS - AVG. LENGTH 8"-14"

Smallmouths are closely related to largemouth bass, except they prefer cooler, clearer waters, and have a slightly smaller mouth. A warm water species found in every region of Vermont.
YELLOW PERCH - AVG. LENGTH 4"-10"

A favorite food-fish in Vermont and common throughout the state, these schooling fish are easily recognized by their bright yellow color and dark vertical bars.
WALLEYE - AVG. LENGTH 13"-21"

The largest member of the perch family.  notice the spotless first dorsal fin - an easy way to distinguish walleye from perch or sauger.
BROWN BULLHEAD OR CATFISH - AVG. LENGTH 10"-14"

Locals call them "horned pout," the most common member of the catfish family found in Vermont waters. A hearty "bottom-feeder."  Use live worms to catch these feisty fish.

Mako is a great boat for Lake Champlain

Run with the Shark

Like their storied predecessors, our 2011 MAKO^® boats ride the leading edge of marine design and technology. MAKO owners wouldn't be satisfied with anything less. To produce these new craft, we combined a comprehensive program of product development with state-of-the-art materials, multi-source feedback and exhaustive testing to create an offshore lineup worthy of carrying the legendary shark logo. Our focus on research and development was more aggressive and unrestrained than ever before. And the new family of MAKO models would not have been possible without it.

The Best Ride by Design

A critical component of any high-performance fishing boat is the ride. That's why our gifted engineers and designers developed an enhanced running surface. Our hull combines the soft ride and sea-keeping abilities of a sharp-entry Deep V with strategically placed strakes that raise the hull higher out of the water at speed. The result is a faster, more fuel efficient, better-tracking boat, from cruise to full throttle, without sacrificing maneuverability at slower speeds. The aggressive Deep V hull with wide chines also contributes to the dry, comfortable ride and reduces roll at rest. The chines also add buoyancy aft to handle today's high horsepower, four-stroke outboards.

Stronger than They Have to Be

These boats incorporate super-strong transoms plus a unique stringer grid system that's bonded to the hull to create tremendous structural rigidity. The whole assembly is foam-filled to produce a boat that's incredibly strong and quiet, at rest and at speed.

Uncompromising Fishability

The new generation of MAKO boats is equally impressive above the water line. They feature level decks from bow to stern, with an aggressive non-skid pattern for sure footing. Their design makes for easy access to the anchor locker and bow compartments while providing forward seating and storage. Electronics friendly consoles and innovative helm seat/rigging stations, with built-in, above-deck baitwell systems, are common to the 204, 234, 264 and 284 models. Large, in-deck fishboxes and generous storage complete a layout that's uncluttered and more than ready for your next fishing adventure.

To view Mako boats for sale please go to http://www.daybrothersboats.com/

For more information on Lake Champlain please go to http://www.lakechamplainmarine.com/