Surfish Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 Had my 23 HPS for less than a year and have some questions for the more experienced. First, looking for some thoughts on how best to secure scuba tanks on the boat. On my previous boat (not a Pathfinder), I used the Roll Control system and it worked pretty well but I had a transom bracket which made for a great combination. Ive been thinking about the same product for my 23, but am skeptical on where I would mount it, not wanting to put any screws into the livewell area, and seeing problems with mounting anywhere along the gunnels. Any ideas, permanent or temporary, would be appreciated. Second, had the good luck to catch a 65 lb cobia last weekend fishing from my friends 25 ft Sea Hunt. It has a nice big fishbox and easily handled the approximate 48 inch long fish. Made me wonder what I would do with the fish had I caught it from my boat. I have a cooler under the seat which can handle up to a 30 inch or slightly larger fish, but that's about it. Wondering whether anyone routinely uses one of the rod lockers as a fish box, though I shudder to think about the fish scales and blood fouling up that nice storage area. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 2 minutes ago, Surfish said: Any suggestions? Carry a large fish bag full of ice if you plan on dolphin fishing or other large meat fish like Cobia. throw it up on the front deck and secure with a bungee till needed. dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLDXT Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 Fish bag, I carry one in my Maverick when I think I'll need it, easy to store if you don't works just as well. I'm not sure what calit's called, but I have a tank holder that nb is basically 4 pieces of PVC that lay parallel to one a other and as re attaches at each end with a cable that runs through them. Lays flat on the floor and keeps the tmtabks from rolling around. If I just take one tank, I leave it hooked in my bc yo keep from rolling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soflah3 Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 I am not a diver but was looking for other products yesterday and I came across this website. Pretty cool inflatable tank holders https://coolwaterproducts.com/collections/water-sports-inflatable-dive-tank-holders-126 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justfish Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 Nothing wrong with using a compartment as a fish box, just clean it after. Done it on my Hewes and Pathfinder and not like they stunk or anything. The port rear hatch on both were actually pretty well insulated I assume from the foam used to join the cap to hull Lets see that Cobia! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLDXT Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 Just to follow up on the fish bag, you will find out the most important factor is the zipper. Make sure it has a good zipper and its beneficial to have straps and/or velcro to help keep the zipper closed. When I YT, I pack it full of chum, so its bulging, replace chum with fish as I catch them. I bought an Engel fish bag, it's about the best one I found, has a stout zipper, straps and velcro to assist in keeping it closed. The original one they sent me had a defect, called them as soon as I got it and they had a new one in the mail. Great bag and great customer service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Compton Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 A friend of mine makes portable dive tank holders (Melbourne FL), you can check out his site for pictures of the products here: http://store.ogremaxxraxx.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarleyG8r Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 Pricey, but they work, and meet your "no holes" condition. https://www.seasucker.com/products/two-tank-rack Or if you've already got the roll control racks, you could just buy the bare Sea Suckers and adapt them yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surfish Posted July 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 Really appreciate the input. Very helpful, thanx all. Don't hesitate to send more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killer Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 I use a suction cup tank holder that you can find pretty much at any dive shop. It is called the the ultimate scuba tank holder by max holding systems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmorales Posted November 4, 2018 Report Share Posted November 4, 2018 We dive off of our 2200v Pathy, and use this: https://www.diversdirect.com/scuba-diving/six-cylinder-storage-rack We place it in front of the console (we remove the cooler). We place it ontop of a yoga mat so it doesnt scratch, and use the normal tie downs. Works great for dives 20 miles offshore! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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