Just wondered if anyone has one of these? Seen a lot of videos on YouTube about them and they look fairly decent. Never had a boat before and just getting back into carp fishing so think this might be a good buy for the money.
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I have one. Great bit of kit. Battery lasts ages and so easy to use. Sold my bigger / more expensive boat after using the actor
I have one. Great bit of kit. Battery lasts ages and so easy to use. Sold my bigger / more expensive boat after using the actor
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Looks like a good bit of kit from the videos I've watched just wanted peoples opinions who had bought one. Thanks for that 👍🏽
Looks like a good bit of kit from the videos I've watched just wanted peoples opinions who had bought one. Thanks for that 👍🏽
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Got the GPS version just before Christmas, my first baitboat but have used a couple of others before.
Love it so far, very compact, light and easy to use. Can definitely recommend 👌
Got the GPS version just before Christmas, my first baitboat but have used a couple of others before.
Love it so far, very compact, light and easy to use. Can definitely recommend 👌
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How accurate is the GPS on this bait boat? and how well does it work if the water is choppy?
Thanks
How accurate is the GPS on this bait boat? and how well does it work if the water is choppy?
Thanks
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Iv got one and would recommend it to anyone.
Does exactly what its built for.
I have a mount on the back for my deeper which works perfectly
Iv got one and would recommend it to anyone.
Does exactly what its built for.
I have a mount on the back for my deeper which works perfectly
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Mine came last week, didn't get the gps just the bog standard thing as this is my first boat. But will be getting a deeper to attach to the back eventually. Was so easy to use with the one handed control and the auto thing while driving it. 5 ⭐️ from me.
Mine came last week, didn't get the gps just the bog standard thing as this is my first boat. But will be getting a deeper to attach to the back eventually. Was so easy to use with the one handed control and the auto thing while driving it. 5 ⭐️ from me.
Been looking at these, where abouts is the best place to buy them from? Cheers
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The only authorised UK seller is Boatman UK.
They are the UK distribution arm of the Chinese maker.
Future Carping are no longer associated with Boatman.
Boatman UK have a Facebook page btw.
Boatman have however authorised a couple of small firms to modify/upgrade Actor boats with alloy propellers/external on/off switches etc.
Actor Bait Boat Propellers and Spares have a Facebook page and an online shop
https://www.baitboatmods.com/shop?fbclid=IwAR3tXlgxVsa4Y6ofG8ShbAiifzBL8UfCUYU537tcEz984bl-54gf3dMeh_g
The only authorised UK seller is Boatman UK.
They are the UK distribution arm of the Chinese maker.
Future Carping are no longer associated with Boatman.
Boatman UK have a Facebook page btw.
Boatman have however authorised a couple of small firms to modify/upgrade Actor boats with alloy propellers/external on/off switches etc.
Actor Bait Boat Propellers and Spares have a Facebook page and an online shop
https://www.baitboatmods.com/shop?fbclid=IwAR3tXlgxVsa4Y6ofG8ShbAiifzBL8UfCUYU537tcEz984bl-54gf3dMeh_g
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Excellent I did message boatman the other day just wasn't sure if there were any other retailers, going to order one tonight
Excellent I did message boatman the other day just wasn't sure if there were any other retailers, going to order one tonight
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I have one, it's brilliant for the money! I have the attachment for my deeper, makes things easier, I'll only ever use it when really necessary, but I'm glad I have it
I have one, it's brilliant for the money! I have the attachment for my deeper, makes things easier, I'll only ever use it when really necessary, but I'm glad I have it
Ridgemonkey have done a boat now working with UK bespoke bait boats rrp £499.99,looks alright for the money
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I seen that earlier looks decent tbh if your in the market for a basic boat, when I seen ridgemonkey was doing a boat I was expecting the price to be very high but £500 for a boat is good. Only thing that puts me off is are ridgemonkey branching out to fast? Won't be long till they go into rods and reels lol
I seen that earlier looks decent tbh if your in the market for a basic boat, when I seen ridgemonkey was doing a boat I was expecting the price to be very high but £500 for a boat is good. Only thing that puts me off is are ridgemonkey branching out to fast? Won't be long till they go into rods and reels lol
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They are using a top spec company to do the boat so I would imagine if they did rods they would do the same
They are using a top spec company to do the boat so I would imagine if they did rods they would do the same
Anybody know the best way to remove the void sticker? 🤣
I've just unpacked mine and couldn't help but pull off the no tear label!
Edit: got it off using something out of the wife's make up bag! 🤣
I've just unpacked mine and couldn't help but pull off the no tear label!
Edit: got it off using something out of the wife's make up bag! 🤣
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Have the Mk1 Actor.
Added the Sonar, would not recommend that. Limited resolution and mine packed up. Tow a Deeper Chirp+ now, brilliant.
Little actor reliable, has caught me some decent fish by dropping hemp with my tiger....
Have the Mk1 Actor.
Added the Sonar, would not recommend that. Limited resolution and mine packed up. Tow a Deeper Chirp+ now, brilliant.
Little actor reliable, has caught me some decent fish by dropping hemp with my tiger....
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I wouldn't worry about it - when I had an Actor Plus (the first release was a dog IMO so I shifted it quick) I removed mine by accident and they said it wasn't a problem and was just a deterrent to those keen on immediate pimping etc
I wouldn't worry about it - when I had an Actor Plus (the first release was a dog IMO so I shifted it quick) I removed mine by accident and they said it wasn't a problem and was just a deterrent to those keen on immediate pimping etc
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Thanks mate, it's gone now - just gave it a wipe with a nail polish remover, however it melted the plastic a bit on the remote when removing that residue!
Thanks mate, it's gone now - just gave it a wipe with a nail polish remover, however it melted the plastic a bit on the remote when removing that residue!
Well took the plunge today and ordered the the plus version so hopefully all good.
Can anyone recommend me an arm attachment for the deeper pro, seen a few on ebay but not unsure what one to get.
Can anyone recommend me an arm attachment for the deeper pro, seen a few on ebay but not unsure what one to get.
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Their is one of eBay type in actor plus deeper arm it bolts onto the rear hook release and works well
Their is one of eBay type in actor plus deeper arm it bolts onto the rear hook release and works well
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To be honest the Ebay ones I have seen and used are pretty much all the same 3D printed and fairly fragile. They do work however.
I bought this off Amazon and use it in conjunction with a GoPro camera mount. The whole arrangement is a lot more robust.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/ShipeeKin-Plastic-Helmet-Extension-compatible/dp/B07TCW1SDD/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TMU34WMHNKUO&keywords=ShipeeKin+3-in-1&qid=1674819997&sprefix=shipeekin+3-in-1+%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-1
To be honest the Ebay ones I have seen and used are pretty much all the same 3D printed and fairly fragile. They do work however.
I bought this off Amazon and use it in conjunction with a GoPro camera mount. The whole arrangement is a lot more robust.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/ShipeeKin-Plastic-Helmet-Extension-compatible/dp/B07TCW1SDD/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TMU34WMHNKUO&keywords=ShipeeKin+3-in-1&qid=1674819997&sprefix=shipeekin+3-in-1+%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-1
Its worth joining facebook Actor Bait Boat group lots of info.
I've had the Actor plus since it was released the main problem are the batteries at £75 a pop they don't last which is the flaw..had 5 so far and lost three.
I've had the Actor plus since it was released the main problem are the batteries at £75 a pop they don't last which is the flaw..had 5 so far and lost three.
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You've lost three batteries and you think it is the batteries that are the flaw??? 🤭😂
You've lost three batteries and you think it is the batteries that are the flaw??? 🤭😂
Cheers guys i will look on ebay and amazon.
Well my boat turned up today and I must say I'm very impressed to be honest for the money I paid for it.
Hopefully I won't get any issues with the battery's, is it the same with all owners of this boat having them problems.
Well my boat turned up today and I must say I'm very impressed to be honest for the money I paid for it.
Hopefully I won't get any issues with the battery's, is it the same with all owners of this boat having them problems.
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Looking at buying the Actor plus basic but cant see any mention of a charger for either the main boat battery or handset being included?
Do you get every thing you need included in the box?
Looking at buying the Actor plus basic but cant see any mention of a charger for either the main boat battery or handset being included?
Do you get every thing you need included in the box?
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The actor plus comes with a mains charger plug and lead to charge the boat battery it just comes with a usb lead for charging the remote for some stupid reason boatman don't supply a plug which is stupid you need to use a 5v 1amp plug to charge the remote with the usb lead supplied . Boatman say not to use a higher amp plug as it will damage the board inside the remote . Also look at the actor plus compass version as that's a new feature they have added as that seems to sorted the problem of making the boat go straight as the normal actor plus does suffers the problem of not going straight have to keep adjusting it
The actor plus comes with a mains charger plug and lead to charge the boat battery it just comes with a usb lead for charging the remote for some stupid reason boatman don't supply a plug which is stupid you need to use a 5v 1amp plug to charge the remote with the usb lead supplied . Boatman say not to use a higher amp plug as it will damage the board inside the remote . Also look at the actor plus compass version as that's a new feature they have added as that seems to sorted the problem of making the boat go straight as the normal actor plus does suffers the problem of not going straight have to keep adjusting it
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I've just 're-bought' an Actor mk4i (after selling the original some time ago) mint 2nd hand for a silly low price to use on public waters / dodgy day-ticket day sessions where you feel a bit silly sailing out a bling white SB3 with all the trimmings . . .this ones the new compass variant so will see whether its an improvement over the original tomorrow on its maiden outing (tbf the mk4i was better in a straight line than the Plus anyway). . . if its anything like the original its a great, lightweight VFM tool for small waters and simple presentations
As for the Plus no thanks - once bitten etc
I've just 're-bought' an Actor mk4i (after selling the original some time ago) mint 2nd hand for a silly low price to use on public waters / dodgy day-ticket day sessions where you feel a bit silly sailing out a bling white SB3 with all the trimmings . . .this ones the new compass variant so will see whether its an improvement over the original tomorrow on its maiden outing (tbf the mk4i was better in a straight line than the Plus anyway). . . if its anything like the original its a great, lightweight VFM tool for small waters and simple presentations
As for the Plus no thanks - once bitten etc
In reply to Post #26
As soon as i spoke to them they mentioned the new compass version,is the steering fault a common issue?
As soon as i spoke to them they mentioned the new compass version,is the steering fault a common issue?
In reply to Post #28
These boats are so light and narrow if you load them with a heavy lead / leader etc they can and do 'wander' which is not really an issue at short range but certainly is at anything over 80yds - chuck in some chop and it can become exacerbated.
Happy to report however that the new 'compass' (whatever it is - some kind of yaw calibration) works pretty well; had a day sesh yesterday with my new and improved mk4i and it def sails better in a straight line than the original - especially with the auto forward function - once this kicks in and you keep your line taught and rod tip high it straight-lines nicely.
Personally wouldn't use this boat on larger / wilder waters (its difficult to see over 80yds anyway) but for small waters its great
These boats are so light and narrow if you load them with a heavy lead / leader etc they can and do 'wander' which is not really an issue at short range but certainly is at anything over 80yds - chuck in some chop and it can become exacerbated.
Happy to report however that the new 'compass' (whatever it is - some kind of yaw calibration) works pretty well; had a day sesh yesterday with my new and improved mk4i and it def sails better in a straight line than the original - especially with the auto forward function - once this kicks in and you keep your line taught and rod tip high it straight-lines nicely.
Personally wouldn't use this boat on larger / wilder waters (its difficult to see over 80yds anyway) but for small waters its great
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