You have a keen interest in this boat is the Float Tube. While you were doing your research, you came across this hybrid model designed by the market-leading French brand Seven Bass the Flatform.
This equipment high quality provides a host of benefits, but there are also disadvantages that will put some people off fishermen. It is necessary to review all these elements in detail in order to conclude whether or not an flatform meets your needs. If not, you can be sure to opt for a more traditional model fromFloat Tube Seven Bass or at Caperlan for example.
La range Seven Bass available in our catalogue is divided in two with the float tubes classics and flatform. Within this division, you'll find a range of different series featuring qualities and price to suit everyone.
Whether you are a predator fisherman, of trout, of carp, of catfish, in fresh water or in water the sea, you're bound to find something to suit you among the many products, , accessory and others support available.
We'll start our article by introducing you to the features and the notable differences between a float tube and a flatform Seven Bass which uses dropstitch which we'll be looking at in much greater detail.
Next, we present a selection made by the team at models Seven Bass of the float tube range classic and then flatform.
All that's left for you to do is pick up your best canes, , lures, , engine and accessory, and then jump in the water with your flippers to make the most of your new purchase.
Float Tube and FlatForm, characteristics and differences
The Float Tube
This is about the boat the most common of which can be found in many brands such as Caperlan. Often offered to the public in several ranges, most of them benefit from a price much more accessible than the flats.
Made from PVC, they inflate to the correct pressure and often have a maximum load that is lower than the flatform.
They will be much more agile, however, if you make sessions fishing in congested areas or where precise manoeuvring is required, it's a wise choice.
In terms of accessories, you can equip it as you wish, from the electric motor, doorscanes by way of the bakkans for your lures... Certain models are really basic, so it will be up to you to equip yourself little by little. Fortunately, many brands are present and in stock in our catalogue, such as caperlan, , sevenbass, , savage gear etc.
One of our greatest strengths at Fishing lure is to ensure 24-hour dispatch for our products in stock, this concerns more than 95% of them. The float are no exception to the rule, and most of the time offer free delivery right to your door.
FlatForm
La fishing requires a equipment performance, especially when you find yourself in the middle of thewater with or without oars tracking down all kinds of predator, the catfish, the trout via the carp and the pike..
Le flatform is clearly the flagship of the range of the French brand, this is a equipment designed and engineered to deliver a host of benefits to customers fishermen at float tubes.
These products unashamedly draw their roots from theJungle OperatorAs well as the mutant stand-up paddle, they mix it all up to keep their different ones benefits and ensure maximum performance on thewater. It has to be said that it has been a great success, given the impressive number ofopinion positive feedback we receive from fishermen of all predator : pike, , catfish, , trout, , carp.
Once again, with this hybridization of several worlds, you are entering an even different realm, mixing the 'new' with the 'old'AIR Dropstitch Line"and theHybrid Line"Two technologies that have made the brand so successful.
Le Flatform does not have a rigid structure. It has a double structure (top and bottom) with pellets additional canvas PVC reinforced and coated. Between the structure above (deck) and below (hull), a 3D Mesh, theSeven BassAirDropstitch, a very fine mesh of polyester, this allows the structure to be retained when inflated. This meshStiffens the assembly once it is under pressure, providing a flatform correctly proportioned. This is known as thedrop stitch".
This manufacturing will let you do all the extravagant things you've never even imagined with float tubes classics.... In fact, you'll be able to take advantage of a space and a stability that will even allow you to fishing standing on the flatform, despite being 2m long !
Sa manufacturing is of the highest possible quality and the equipment is very comprehensive, with oars on lateral flanges, which allows them to have taller oarlocks, more comfortable side bags, a stern to fit a electric motor, and, like a rowing machine, a footrest bar.
On the hull, two small ailerons are permanently positioned under the lateral flanges, while a large removable centreboard is located aft, in front of the engine.
Stored in its carry bag, it fits easily into the boot of any car. Inflated in just a few minutes, it is perfectly rigid thanks to its thickness of over 16cm (6') inflated to a maximum pressure of 15 psi for the dropstich, and 3 psi on the sides in PVC.
Our selection of float tubes Seven Bass
The Float Tube Seven Bass Infinity 160
This is one of the brand's latest classic models, theInfinity 160 makes technology Hybrid Line with a price tag of just 399euros.
The brand has taken up the clean lines of its range that have made previous products so successful.
This model is equipped́ with a 15cm thick foam seat. Assembly is now even quicker. But make no mistake, we're not talking about a 'sub Hybrid' here, but well and truly a model in its own right, shorter, lighter, but retaining the same characteristics of robustness of the entire range !
You'll also benefit from a clever 'rucksack' strap system for easier carrying once inflated́.
The Float Tube Seven Bass Expedition Ultim-8 Full Pack
If you don't want to get bogged down and go straight to the best of what's out there, while sticking to the same pattern of classic float tubes, then this version Full Pack of Expedition tubes is a perfect fit. With a single purchase, you'll have access to the full range of accessories on the product presentation photos.
You'll be ready to face any situation with this ultra-complete set of equipment. Installing a electric motor, a fish finder, cameras or even several canes is made much easier thanks to accessories for this purpose.
The Expedition Flex float tube was originally developed for the American market, with unique and innovative features that are perfectly suited to our regions.
It features the Clipline, a real lifeline made up of a daisy chain and 2 Velcro straps, so you can attach your own equipment to it bags lateral.
This model also has an apron with a zipped pocket for holding small boxes or your personal belongings accessoriesBehind the back of the seat.
Comfort of use has been improved thanks to a position that has been raised by 10cm so that you are well above the level of thewater. In short, this is one of the best solutions on the market.
Our selection of Flat Form Seven Bass
Junior FlatForm
This model won 2 awards at the EFFTEX trade show for the 2019/2020 season. It is clearly the market benchmark in terms ofinflatable boat, with its size, it is very similar to the vast majority of products currently on offer.
On the sides, you'll find two pellets canvas PVC which have the advantage of being reinforced and coated.
In the centre, the system is intended to be different. This part will be built around a 3D mesh. It is made up of a complex and very dense mesh of polyester for easy fitness maintenance throughout your session fishing.
This amount of material makes the whole thing much stiffer, giving it an excellent fishing comfort and a very high level of safety, even in poor conditions.
This Flatform Junior will be stable, safe and, because of its size, will be able to squeeze into lots of places while retaining all the qualities of larger, slightly less versatile models. You'll be able to fishing as if you were standing on a platform.
The equipment offered with this boat lives up to its popularity. So you can count on a pair of oars quality with raisable oarlocks. From side bags the Clipline system keeps your pockets full of boxes and lures safe. Finally, you can count on a motor support quality to accommodate electric motors.
The Flatform XL EVO
This updated version brings improvements to a product that was already working wonders.
It is now available in 3 different colours. There's the classic grey and green that have made it such a success, as well as turquoise blue and grey.
The technical specifications are more or less the same as the previous model. The very large 245m x 170cm platform is still there. This means you'll benefit from rock-solid stability, so you'll feel at ease on the water fishing standing in a wide range of conditions fishing.
You can count on Equipment complete. A pair of oars will be delivered with it. You'll be able to get out of the harbour more quickly and into unexplored areas. A bar should ensure maximum safety in the event of a fall into the water.
You can also count on a special seat, side pockets and a motor support to give you even greater mobility throughout the day.
The two main changes are the new side pockets. These can now be positioned freely on Velcros. This means they can be positioned at varying distances from you.
The latest development comes from the rear of the float tube which is no longer hollowed out like it used to be. Instead, you get a straight cut. This has allowed the motor to be moved further back, freeing up space in the angler's back when seated. And as anglers, we all know that space on the back is at a premiumwater is essential if you want for nothing.
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