All the Pros of a Kayak, ZERO of the Flaws (Newport NS130)
Tiny Boat Nation
8,406 views
Love the stealth and shallow-water access of a fishing kayak, but hate wrestling a 120-pound piece of plastic onto your roof rack? The Newport NS130 Inflatable Skiff gives you all the benefits of kayak fishing, with absolutely none of the headaches.
In this video, we put the Newport NS130 head-to-head against traditional fishing kayaks to show you why this inflatable catamaran is the ultimate kayak alternative. At just 61 lbs (bare hull), it easily packs down into the trunk of your car—no trailer needed. But once it is inflated, you get a 13-foot, rock-solid fishing platform that allows you to stand, cast, and rig up to a 6HP outboard motor.
Say goodbye to cramped legs, tipping hazards, and deadlifting heavy kayaks at the boat ramp. We cover the drop-stitch floor, track-mounting capabilities, insanely stable catamaran hull, and even a quick story about why this boat should have stolen the show at this year's ICAST. If you are tired of the kayak struggle, this is the micro-skiff you need to see.
👇 Let me know in the comments: After seeing this, would you still choose a heavy plastic kayak over the NS130?
🔗 Links & Resources:
Check out the Newport NS130: https://tbnation.net/products/newport...
My favorite outboard/trolling motor for this setup: https://tbnation.net/products/autoboa...
Follow me on Instagram: @TinyBoatNation
⏱️ Video Chapters:
0:00 - The Problem with Modern Fishing Kayaks
1:10 - Enter the Newport NS130 Inflatable Skiff
2:30 - Weight & Transport (Trunk Sized vs. Roof Racks)
4:15 - Stability Test: Can You Stand and Cast?
6:00 - Rigging & Customization (Mounts, Motors & Gear)
8:20 - My Quick ICAST Takeaway
9:05 - The Final Verdict: Is it the Ultimate Kayak Killer?
#NewportNS130 #KayakFishing #InflatableSkiff #MicroSkiff #FishingBoat #KayakAlternative
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Customer Support Phone: 404-720-3975
Addresses to all Shops:
TBN MIDWEST
5900 Enterprize Rd
Bellevue, IL 61604
TBN Northeast
10745 Tucker Street STE6
Beltsville, MD 20705
TBN Southeast
5614 HWY 138 SW
Oxford, GA 30054
Online Store: https://tbnation.net/
customer service line: (309) 323-8994
Or email us at: support@tbnation.net
__________________________________________________
Disclaimer: I am DiY creator, not a professional boat builder.
to put out concepts & ideas for people to view.
Modify watercraft at your own risk.
18 Comments
For me, the ultimate personal watercraft is the one you have with you, and a 5 pounds, and packing down to the size of a compressed sleeping bag, it fits easily in my packpack or cycle bag.
It carries me, my backpack, and bicycle, or two adults.
This is why I opted for an Alpacka Raft Packraft, an expedition grade boat that goes wherever you go, by bicycle, car, train, or plane.
Bike Rafting was made possible with the Packraft...
Nothing beats an aluminum jon boat.
1st... You can put 2 people.
2nd You can put a 9.9 hp
The GOLDEN RULE ! Wide is GOLD. Narrow is dog poop.
Kayaks are narrow. They are only functional if you can transport without a trailer and no motor....
Hobie is CRAZY for not designing a 10' long and 42" wide mirrage drive kayak.
I bought into that bullshit. I have four of them different types. I hate them all. They just suck. a 12 foot row boat or john boat is better.
All the Pros of a Kayak, ZERO of the Flaws (Newport NS130)
Tiny Boat Nation
8,406 views
Love the stealth and shallow-water access of a fishing kayak, but hate wrestling a 120-pound piece of plastic onto your roof rack? The Newport NS130 Inflatable Skiff gives you all the benefits of kayak fishing, with absolutely none of the headaches.
In this video, we put the Newport NS130 head-to-head against traditional fishing kayaks to show you why this inflatable catamaran is the ultimate kayak alternative. At just 61 lbs (bare hull), it easily packs down into the trunk of your car—no trailer needed. But once it is inflated, you get a 13-foot, rock-solid fishing platform that allows you to stand, cast, and rig up to a 6HP outboard motor.
Say goodbye to cramped legs, tipping hazards, and deadlifting heavy kayaks at the boat ramp. We cover the drop-stitch floor, track-mounting capabilities, insanely stable catamaran hull, and even a quick story about why this boat should have stolen the show at this year's ICAST. If you are tired of the kayak struggle, this is the micro-skiff you need to see.
👇 Let me know in the comments: After seeing this, would you still choose a heavy plastic kayak over the NS130?
🔗 Links & Resources:
Check out the Newport NS130: https://tbnation.net/products/newport...
My favorite outboard/trolling motor for this setup: https://tbnation.net/products/autoboa...
Follow me on Instagram: @TinyBoatNation
⏱️ Video Chapters:
0:00 - The Problem with Modern Fishing Kayaks
1:10 - Enter the Newport NS130 Inflatable Skiff
2:30 - Weight & Transport (Trunk Sized vs. Roof Racks)
4:15 - Stability Test: Can You Stand and Cast?
6:00 - Rigging & Customization (Mounts, Motors & Gear)
8:20 - My Quick ICAST Takeaway
9:05 - The Final Verdict: Is it the Ultimate Kayak Killer?
#NewportNS130 #KayakFishing #InflatableSkiff #MicroSkiff #FishingBoat #KayakAlternative
_____________________________________________________
Customer Support Phone: 404-720-3975
Addresses to all Shops:
TBN MIDWEST
5900 Enterprize Rd
Bellevue, IL 61604
TBN Northeast
10745 Tucker Street STE6
Beltsville, MD 20705
TBN Southeast
5614 HWY 138 SW
Oxford, GA 30054
Online Store: https://tbnation.net/
customer service line: (309) 323-8994
Or email us at: support@tbnation.net
__________________________________________________
Disclaimer: I am DiY creator, not a professional boat builder.
to put out concepts & ideas for people to view.
Modify watercraft at your own risk.