Anyone on here using the Carp Technics bait boats on here that are made in Frome Somerset ?
I saw them at the Big One show and a mate purchased it instead of a Technicat as the Carp Technics offered a superior package to the miserable so and so on the Angling Technics stand.
I was just wondering what they were like as they looked OK, it is just whether they work OK.
I saw them at the Big One show and a mate purchased it instead of a Technicat as the Carp Technics offered a superior package to the miserable so and so on the Angling Technics stand.
I was just wondering what they were like as they looked OK, it is just whether they work OK.
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Pm
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Would be interested to know as well as May well be looking for a new boat.
Would be interested to know as well as May well be looking for a new boat.
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Why are there no youtube video`s of the boat in action ? thought that was strange ?
Why are there no youtube video`s of the boat in action ? thought that was strange ?
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https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gr6dlHRH4Wk
Here's a video
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gr6dlHRH4Wk
Here's a video
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There are a couple of vid's Gerry but not good enough to make a decision on buying. put something like SB4 bait boat into google and select videos.
I had a very long chat with Jules on Tuesday night, really pleasant bloke definitely someone I could deal with!!!! I wanted to know a lot more before maybe purchasing, Now though I would like to see one in action as I have a few concerns.
SB4 - I am talking about below this is the small boat about the size of a Waverunner Shuttle or Sport.
These are single prop boats with the motor in one hull ( the boats a cat ie dual hull ), battery under one of the lids ( one in each hull) this is held in place with magnetic catch ( good for changing batteries on the bank, It takes a 6v 4.5amp lead battery, under the other cover are the electric i.e. couple of Futaba servo's, a viper esc, a electric light switch, and the receiver. Which is all good to me, My concern is this single motor in one hull, ( might be totally unfounded ), BUT the rudder is set to offset the steering ie keep pressure on the stern to keep in a straight line, over wise if the rudder was set straight you'd go in a big circle, This leads to a bias in steering ie left turn can be sharp and tight whereas the right turn will be a fairly wide turn, again not really a problem but in snag fishing you'd have to reverse to turn out. He was saying the hopper release was using a braid to the catch? that's what I understood, wouldn't be happy with this yes no really tension but like the sound of metal!!!!! ( all metal is 316 marine steel!!!!!
It uses a two blade plastic prop so is likely to be fairly slow again not a problem.
The radio gear i.e. handset is skyline ( probably the receiver as well ) I think it is,
The one photo I saw had a Futaba unit which was a programmable unit probably costing £180!!! but you don't get that.
Overall size and everything is perfect for what I would want, but I want twin motors, two esc so you control the steering use the speed of the props, The blokes building them do know what they are doing, if they only stuck a second motor in it !!!! Their SB3 is a nice boat tri hull but too big for what I need.
If you are thinking about buying, they do two sb4 models but what is advertised on the site is a tad confusing as it seems to indicate the pro plus has better electric's its not the case all you get is carbon finish, believe camo dipping deck will cost just over a £100 extra and about £180 for the complete boat for you tarts out there.
It is great these are British boats, the hull is pressed by them!!!
There are a couple of vid's Gerry but not good enough to make a decision on buying. put something like SB4 bait boat into google and select videos.
I had a very long chat with Jules on Tuesday night, really pleasant bloke definitely someone I could deal with!!!! I wanted to know a lot more before maybe purchasing, Now though I would like to see one in action as I have a few concerns.
SB4 - I am talking about below this is the small boat about the size of a Waverunner Shuttle or Sport.
These are single prop boats with the motor in one hull ( the boats a cat ie dual hull ), battery under one of the lids ( one in each hull) this is held in place with magnetic catch ( good for changing batteries on the bank, It takes a 6v 4.5amp lead battery, under the other cover are the electric i.e. couple of Futaba servo's, a viper esc, a electric light switch, and the receiver. Which is all good to me, My concern is this single motor in one hull, ( might be totally unfounded ), BUT the rudder is set to offset the steering ie keep pressure on the stern to keep in a straight line, over wise if the rudder was set straight you'd go in a big circle, This leads to a bias in steering ie left turn can be sharp and tight whereas the right turn will be a fairly wide turn, again not really a problem but in snag fishing you'd have to reverse to turn out. He was saying the hopper release was using a braid to the catch? that's what I understood, wouldn't be happy with this yes no really tension but like the sound of metal!!!!! ( all metal is 316 marine steel!!!!!
It uses a two blade plastic prop so is likely to be fairly slow again not a problem.
The radio gear i.e. handset is skyline ( probably the receiver as well ) I think it is,
The one photo I saw had a Futaba unit which was a programmable unit probably costing £180!!! but you don't get that.
Overall size and everything is perfect for what I would want, but I want twin motors, two esc so you control the steering use the speed of the props, The blokes building them do know what they are doing, if they only stuck a second motor in it !!!! Their SB3 is a nice boat tri hull but too big for what I need.
If you are thinking about buying, they do two sb4 models but what is advertised on the site is a tad confusing as it seems to indicate the pro plus has better electric's its not the case all you get is carbon finish, believe camo dipping deck will cost just over a £100 extra and about £180 for the complete boat for you tarts out there.
It is great these are British boats, the hull is pressed by them!!!
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Jules knows his stuff.i thought it was weird having a motor and rudder on 1 side but was assured it went straight.ive had my sb3 for 7 years without problems.just had a upgrade
To the sky transmitter and central spot light and a 3 blade prop
Jules knows his stuff.i thought it was weird having a motor and rudder on 1 side but was assured it went straight.ive had my sb3 for 7 years without problems.just had a upgrade
To the sky transmitter and central spot light and a 3 blade prop
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Well chaps.
Thanks for the replies and private messages.
Having spoken to the guy at great length and with them being a 30 minute drive from us it swayed the deal as the arrogant pair of blokes on the AT stand could not have been more rude if they tried !
I have seen the vidoe of the hull being made and a few of them in use and they seem very well made from what I saw at the show.
My mate opted for the black twin hopper SB3 with Toslon 500, padded bag, handset rain cover and 2 spare batteries, hopper covers and even a t-shirt and this came in a lot less expensive than a Technicat and Fulcrum sounder alone.
I will reserve final judgement until we use it against my Technicat in a few weeks time when we go to collect it from the manufacturer .
Well chaps.
Thanks for the replies and private messages.
Having spoken to the guy at great length and with them being a 30 minute drive from us it swayed the deal as the arrogant pair of blokes on the AT stand could not have been more rude if they tried !
I have seen the vidoe of the hull being made and a few of them in use and they seem very well made from what I saw at the show.
My mate opted for the black twin hopper SB3 with Toslon 500, padded bag, handset rain cover and 2 spare batteries, hopper covers and even a t-shirt and this came in a lot less expensive than a Technicat and Fulcrum sounder alone.
I will reserve final judgement until we use it against my Technicat in a few weeks time when we go to collect it from the manufacturer .
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anymore reviews? looking to add one of SB4s to my collection!
anymore reviews? looking to add one of SB4s to my collection!
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Id want to see one in action to be honest as previous post states I had my concerns, could be made so much better by adding another motor would give so much more control and to be honest at the price it is I would definitely want twins.
Id want to see one in action to be honest as previous post states I had my concerns, could be made so much better by adding another motor would give so much more control and to be honest at the price it is I would definitely want twins.
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I have the SB3 and it handles great, was surprised as it is a single prop boat it doesn't exactly turn on a sixpence but nevertheless turns tightly. Not the fastest boat but I am never in any rush when fishing, holds a lot of bait for its size and battery life is brilliant. I just did 96 hours and had it out a lot still had loads of juice in the battery (didn't use the 2nd one) handled great in a strong crosswind too.
I will try and put some footage up when I take it out this weekend if anyone interested
I have the SB3 and it handles great, was surprised as it is a single prop boat it doesn't exactly turn on a sixpence but nevertheless turns tightly. Not the fastest boat but I am never in any rush when fishing, holds a lot of bait for its size and battery life is brilliant. I just did 96 hours and had it out a lot still had loads of juice in the battery (didn't use the 2nd one) handled great in a strong crosswind too.
I will try and put some footage up when I take it out this weekend if anyone interested
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SB3 is totally different to the SB4 though, can't compare them really, isn't the SB3's single motor in the middle of the back section, totally different from having on an outside hull with bias rudder setting? SB3 looks good for a big boat!
SB3 is totally different to the SB4 though, can't compare them really, isn't the SB3's single motor in the middle of the back section, totally different from having on an outside hull with bias rudder setting? SB3 looks good for a big boat!
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Yes single motor in middle at back. Big boat? Bigger than my old procat sure but microcats/ waverunners etc are bigger, I find it just right but we are all different I suppose.
Yes single motor in middle at back. Big boat? Bigger than my old procat sure but microcats/ waverunners etc are bigger, I find it just right but we are all different I suppose.
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I have to agree with Stymie. I have had the SB3 for eight years and it has done me proud. Not the fastest boat out there, but I think one of the best. The two hoppers offer a lot of bait, if that is your thing. Being twin hulled it is stable in rough weather. Good battery life and easy to use.
I have to agree with Stymie. I have had the SB3 for eight years and it has done me proud. Not the fastest boat out there, but I think one of the best. The two hoppers offer a lot of bait, if that is your thing. Being twin hulled it is stable in rough weather. Good battery life and easy to use.
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Big boat in comparison to the SB4!!!!!
I do a lot of swim moving day sessions these days, trying to carry anything larger than a shuttle/sport procat isn't really practical. Hence I was interested in an SB4 but single bias motor put me off, SB3 as said lots of times looks a good boat although 6v I believe which isn't really my choice being I have solar panels bank side chargers and quality mains chargers for 12v :0)
Big boat in comparison to the SB4!!!!!
I do a lot of swim moving day sessions these days, trying to carry anything larger than a shuttle/sport procat isn't really practical. Hence I was interested in an SB4 but single bias motor put me off, SB3 as said lots of times looks a good boat although 6v I believe which isn't really my choice being I have solar panels bank side chargers and quality mains chargers for 12v :0)
there's a vid on carptechnics fb of the sb4 https://youtu.be/nB-uH_1Ry9U
Anyone got any feed back on the sb4? Iv just ordered the pro x version as I wanted a small boat. Jules at CarpTechnics seems a top bloke aswell
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Hi, can you please tell me where you purchased your boat from ?
Hi, can you please tell me where you purchased your boat from ?
I rung up and ordered over the phone.
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Quite interested in Carptechnics.......
Think the SB3 with two Hoppers is most likely the one I am keen on.....SB4 single motor with the rudder doesn't appeal at all with the steering bias....
So lads please can anyone provide some recent feedback. Have looked through the old threads but not a lot to go on apart from Tad and Starmie.....
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Quite interested in Carptechnics.......
Think the SB3 with two Hoppers is most likely the one I am keen on.....SB4 single motor with the rudder doesn't appeal at all with the steering bias....
So lads please can anyone provide some recent feedback. Have looked through the old threads but not a lot to go on apart from Tad and Starmie.....
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I borrowed one (sb3) for a week in france. Found it easy to control, and relieable in every way. Battery life was pretty good as well. Its a pretty big and bulky boat though
I borrowed one (sb3) for a week in france. Found it easy to control, and relieable in every way. Battery life was pretty good as well. Its a pretty big and bulky boat though
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Had mine about 7/8 yrs . Upgraded last year to the lithium version .
Very reliable boat only issue I've had was transmitter packed up after years of service. Prefer the sb3 to my other boat gladiator
Had mine about 7/8 yrs . Upgraded last year to the lithium version .
Very reliable boat only issue I've had was transmitter packed up after years of service. Prefer the sb3 to my other boat gladiator
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Was the lithium upgrade a model they sell or DIY?
Was the lithium upgrade a model they sell or DIY?
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Don't let that put you off pal. My sb4 is excellent. Iv had it out in some pretty bad weather with no issues at all. My mate has the sb3 and he loves it. Definitely get the li po battery's. 1 charge will last a weeks fishing with ease
Don't let that put you off pal. My sb4 is excellent. Iv had it out in some pretty bad weather with no issues at all. My mate has the sb3 and he loves it. Definitely get the li po battery's. 1 charge will last a weeks fishing with ease
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They build it for you. Well worth the upgrade. 6hr battery life
They build it for you. Well worth the upgrade. 6hr battery life
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PM camo 👍👍
PM camo 👍👍
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My mates is still going strong, I wish I had purchased one.
My mates is still going strong, I wish I had purchased one.
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British made ,excellent after sales,great battery life with lithium.
Ticks all boxes but a bit pricier than the normal boats
British made ,excellent after sales,great battery life with lithium.
Ticks all boxes but a bit pricier than the normal boats
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I'm interested in getting an sb3. Can you open these up on the bank if you need to do a repair?
I'm interested in getting an sb3. Can you open these up on the bank if you need to do a repair?
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No
No
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2 pals had sb3s one got rid of it after the fishfinder packed in .Carptechnics ignored his messages and calls so when he tried to repair it himself he found a disgraceful mess of wires and a old dirty rock inside to balance the fishfinder.We were laughing it was that bad .A few people blowing smoke up their arses claimed i am lying but why would i do that.Was a long time ago and probably early days for them so no doubt things have changed just wish i still had pics to shut the botty lickers up..As for the other lad his boat is still running and my opinion is its quicker than most boats has good battery life even without the lithium batts.One thing is its awkward to steer especially in a breeze if you take your eye off it for a split second its off.Another friend recently bought a sb4 and seems good so far better than others i owned before getting a rt4
2 pals had sb3s one got rid of it after the fishfinder packed in .Carptechnics ignored his messages and calls so when he tried to repair it himself he found a disgraceful mess of wires and a old dirty rock inside to balance the fishfinder.We were laughing it was that bad .A few people blowing smoke up their arses claimed i am lying but why would i do that.Was a long time ago and probably early days for them so no doubt things have changed just wish i still had pics to shut the botty lickers up..As for the other lad his boat is still running and my opinion is its quicker than most boats has good battery life even without the lithium batts.One thing is its awkward to steer especially in a breeze if you take your eye off it for a split second its off.Another friend recently bought a sb4 and seems good so far better than others i owned before getting a rt4
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For me it's a toss up between an sb3 and ukbbb, I don't
want to be sending it back to Germany for a repair. The ukbbb is probably bigger than I need, but they seem to be the boat to beat at the moment.
The third option is an x-boat but I just struggle to get excited about them.
For me it's a toss up between an sb3 and ukbbb, I don't
want to be sending it back to Germany for a repair. The ukbbb is probably bigger than I need, but they seem to be the boat to beat at the moment.
The third option is an x-boat but I just struggle to get excited about them.
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Thx all for your help
Stuck with the RT4 ok if it goes belly up it's send back to Germany but the guys always Look after me well and it's paid for by then for next 3 yrs so heyho.
UKBB way too big they need to do a smaller version IMO
Carptechnics SB3 pro really close call but no Raymarine option or decent engine and upgrade option for handset (stuck with the spec as it is) Toslon ok but not really comparable to Raymarine
Gladiator one man band Holland....just not got the same back up but fantastic boats no doubt
Thx all for your help
Stuck with the RT4 ok if it goes belly up it's send back to Germany but the guys always Look after me well and it's paid for by then for next 3 yrs so heyho.
UKBB way too big they need to do a smaller version IMO
Carptechnics SB3 pro really close call but no Raymarine option or decent engine and upgrade option for handset (stuck with the spec as it is) Toslon ok but not really comparable to Raymarine
Gladiator one man band Holland....just not got the same back up but fantastic boats no doubt
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sending rt4 back for repair is a breeze they arrange pickup all you do is box it and wait for the courrier to pick it up job done.The only downside is the extra day or 2 in transit
sending rt4 back for repair is a breeze they arrange pickup all you do is box it and wait for the courrier to pick it up job done.The only downside is the extra day or 2 in transit
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Did you buy another rt4 euroboybobbin or stick with your old one?. I'm kind of sold on the tf740 sounder for all in gps/autopilot.
Did you buy another rt4 euroboybobbin or stick with your old one?. I'm kind of sold on the tf740 sounder for all in gps/autopilot.
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Cant comment on the ukbbb have never seen one but my mate has the toslon and its miles away from the raymarine autopilot on the rt4 plus the boat is slow.He does wish he had paid the extra now.
Cant comment on the ukbbb have never seen one but my mate has the toslon and its miles away from the raymarine autopilot on the rt4 plus the boat is slow.He does wish he had paid the extra now.
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i have the sb4 as it come up on facebook at a good price.
having used it for a few weeks in france I can give my feedback.
I was concerned about the single prop and tiller in the middle but the boat goes out straight (ish) never seen a boat that goes dead straight with out adjusting)
the battery last plenty long enough got a day from a battery.
its nice and small and holds enough bait for my need.
the boat is not that fast but I think is as fast as most with out putting it next to other boats its hard to judge the speed.
I have not suffered any problems with dropping rigs or it getting tangles round prop or tiller.
the only negatives I have found are, it needs to be driven forward to turn it and it turns faster to the left than the right but you soon get use to that.
the handset needs to be flicked back on the toggle when you switch it on or else the toggle works backwards.
overall a well built boat made in the uk so any problems are easily sorted.
the main thing for me is its nice and small does not take up half the car like some other boats and it holds a reasonable mount of bait and drops it from the middle of the boat rather than it rolling out the back like the reaper.
i have the sb4 as it come up on facebook at a good price.
having used it for a few weeks in france I can give my feedback.
I was concerned about the single prop and tiller in the middle but the boat goes out straight (ish) never seen a boat that goes dead straight with out adjusting)
the battery last plenty long enough got a day from a battery.
its nice and small and holds enough bait for my need.
the boat is not that fast but I think is as fast as most with out putting it next to other boats its hard to judge the speed.
I have not suffered any problems with dropping rigs or it getting tangles round prop or tiller.
the only negatives I have found are, it needs to be driven forward to turn it and it turns faster to the left than the right but you soon get use to that.
the handset needs to be flicked back on the toggle when you switch it on or else the toggle works backwards.
overall a well built boat made in the uk so any problems are easily sorted.
the main thing for me is its nice and small does not take up half the car like some other boats and it holds a reasonable mount of bait and drops it from the middle of the boat rather than it rolling out the back like the reaper.
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Hi sold on my trust old RT4 new one on order 👍
Hi sold on my trust old RT4 new one on order 👍
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I'm still undecided. Rt4 does seem the best, and at a reasonable price with the raymarine etc but all I hear is problems with them.
I'm still undecided. Rt4 does seem the best, and at a reasonable price with the raymarine etc but all I hear is problems with them.
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RT4 with Raymarine/autopilot is the best there is, most of the problems you hear about are down to user error as they are quite a steep learning curve when you first get one, worth it though. If you are on Facebook there is an official group where you can get info and support that's very useful. Carplounge customer support is second to none.
Best bang for your buck is one of the ‘black deals'
RT4 with Raymarine/autopilot is the best there is, most of the problems you hear about are down to user error as they are quite a steep learning curve when you first get one, worth it though. If you are on Facebook there is an official group where you can get info and support that's very useful. Carplounge customer support is second to none.
Best bang for your buck is one of the ‘black deals'
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Agree with this totally.
Customer service at CL is really good now and boats are state of the art.
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Agree with this totally.
Customer service at CL is really good now and boats are state of the art.
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With regards to the RT4 free pick up/drop off for EU customers service, will this be an issue when we're out of the EU? What do you think fellas?
With regards to the RT4 free pick up/drop off for EU customers service, will this be an issue when we're out of the EU? What do you think fellas?
In reply to Post #42
They are opening a service centre in Essex soon so not a problem at all
They are opening a service centre in Essex soon so not a problem at all
In reply to Post #37
Had a few boats and always fancied the sb3 with the drive in the middle and not at one side but they don't come up much.
Like the size of the sb4 though, very handy.
Had a few boats and always fancied the sb3 with the drive in the middle and not at one side but they don't come up much.
Like the size of the sb4 though, very handy.
In reply to Post #43
Nice! Just found it on the Carplounge news page! Thanks!
Nice! Just found it on the Carplounge news page!
Thanks!
In reply to Post #37
Doesn't the SB3 have the prop and tiller in the middle at the back? I thought the SB4 had it in one of the two hulls? Just wondering as I've just watched the YouTube vids?
Doesn't the SB3 have the prop and tiller in the middle at the back? I thought the SB4 had it in one of the two hulls? Just wondering as I've just watched the YouTube vids?
In reply to Post #46
Yes tha sounds about right
Yes tha sounds about right
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