Motorizing a float tube.

Float tubes are a convenient and affordable way to get on the water, and finally get to those fish that you can't reach from shore. Discuss float tubes, outfitting float tubes for fishing, and float tube fishing.
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Motorizing a float tube.

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For those of you interested in adding a motor to your float tube I highly recommend Bixpy. It will mount under virtually any tube with their glue on fin mount.

I've been running a Bixpy motor under my float tubes for over 6 years now, fishing an average of 4 days per week, and it has been a complete game changer for my retired, old, arthritic body. Literally a life saver in windy conditions and rapid tide changes.

Recently I had an issue with the motor cutting out on the higher speeds. I got it to Bixpy just before Christmas and the guys trouble shot and returned it quickly in perfect working order.they have a great product and stellar service and are located here in San Diego.
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That is a very nice setup. Me I MacGyver all my add ons.
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Re: Motorizing a float tube.

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Wife got me a Bixby for Christmas. She went big and got the Angler Pro kit. Will be mounting on my PDL 106. Have a lot to learn about it (opened last night. We were on holiday). Will get it registered this week. Hopefully can get it done at AAA.
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