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Updated on 11/19/2024
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Colorado Pontoon Boat

Colorado Pontoon Boat

Description

The Colorado Inflatable Pontoon Boat by Classic Accessories is a 9-foot, high-capacity pontoon boat with a padded seat and huge storage capacity; including over 20 pockets and 2 insulated drink holders. We advise that you check with your state agency’s requirements to determine if you will be required to register the pontoon boat. Please note that each state has different registration requirements, forms, and fees. It’s important to note that some states require a bill of sale document, and the manufacturer cannot provide the bill of sale.

The Colorado Pontoon Boat is a 9-foot high-capacity pontoon boat with a padded seat. It has a weight capacity of 400 lbs and is suitable for river rating-Class 1. The boat comes with 9-foot pontoons, bronze oar-locks, and a powder-coated steel tube frame. It also features a sturdy two-position motor mount for trolling and a detachable foam fly patch.

The boat has a high storage capacity with 10 mesh pockets, 12 zippered pockets, and two insulated drink holders. It also comes with a wire rear storage and battery platform, as well as an anchor system with a fillable mesh bag. The boat is constructed with heavy-duty pontoons with abrasion-resistant PVC bottoms and tough nylon tops.

The Colorado Pontoon Boat prioritizes safety with its adherence to ABYC standards. It has safety labeling, rides high for improved visibility, and comes with a unique dual-side stripping apron with a fish ruler for easy entry and exit without unclipping. The boat also has non-slip footrests and three oar-lock positions.

The High Society Paddle Board is the perfect companion for all your adventures on the water. Whether you're cruising along a calm lake or tackling challenging rapids, this paddle board will exceed your expectations.

The High Society Paddle Board comes with a two-year limited warranty. It is built with a heavy-duty pontoon boat featuring an abrasion-resistant PVC bottom, a tough nylon top, and a powder-coated steel tube frame. The board is equipped with bronze oarlocks, cold and heat-resistant bladders, and rugged 7-foot two-piece aluminum oars.

The paddle board has a high storage capacity with 10 mesh pockets, 12 zippered pockets, and 2 insulated drink holders. It also prioritizes safety with its adherence to ABYC standards. It rides high on the water, providing improved visibility, and features tow rings for convenience. The board is equipped with non-slip footrests and a unique dual-side stripping apron with a fish ruler for easy entry and exit without unclipping.

No, it's not difficult. It's time-consuming, but what boat isn't when it's time to launch or recover it? The Colorado Pontoon boat weighs about 75 pounds. The newer models come with a transport wheel. I've had mine since the summer of 2005. It's easy to put together and take apart and, when disassembled, it fits right in with your camping gear in the back of your truck. I often take mine to lakes where I can back my Jeep up to within a few feet of the waters' edge. That way I can inflate, assemble, deflate, disassemble, and recover it with no problem. I recommend a high volume electric or manual pump for easiest inflation. I personally use an electric, high volume air pump that plugs into the rear power port on my Jeep.

First thing I would do is replace the oar locks with Scotty oar locks. This boat will have no issue with class 2 water and the pontoons are tough enough to slide over rocks in shallow water. However, for class 3, I would replace all of the pins that hold the frame together with stainless steel bolts and lock nuts to keep the frame solid. Also, for class 3, I would replace the seat with a stronger one. With these mods, you will do well on most waters to the plus side of class 3 easily. Always remember, cold air and water will reduce the air pressure in the pontoons that were inflated in a warmer environment. Like-wise, pontoons inflated to pressure in cool temps may over-pressurize in warm water and a hot sun. Keep an air pump strapped on it at all times for such adjustments. Just read the water and go with the flow. Enjoy!

Open water can be rough with paddles only, but I think most fish finders would work. There is plenty of room for mounting. I probably wouldn't put it on the pontoon if you can't pull it up when you're moving. Might cause a little too much drag and be hard to go straight. I would mount the sensor on the cage behind you and your screen up front near the rod holder. I've also found you can stand on top of the seat if the water is calm enough and you haven't had too many beers yet.

I've had mine for over 12 years. I have taken it down a lot of class 3 rapids and over rocks. It has an inner bladder which is what inflates. This is an outstanding inflatable for the money. After 12 years, mine has just this year started losing air in one tube. It is a very slow leak and I can still use the boat, but heck for this price, I will be ordering a new one. They are out of stock right now, but I am ordering another one as soon as they are back in stock.

Things we like

  • Colorado assembled size 108'L x 56'W x 26'H (to top of seat), Weight: 71.5lbs.
  • Two-year limited warranty
  • Heavy-duty pontoon boat with abrasion-resistant PVC bottom, tough nylon top, powder-coated steel tube frame, bronze oarlocks, cold and heat-resistant bladders, and rugged 7 foot two-piece aluminum oars
  • High storage capacity; includes 10 mesh pockets, 12 zippered pockets and 2 insulated drink holders
  • Safety features include labeling as per ABYC standards, pontoon boat rides high for improved visibility, tow rings, non-slip footrests and unique dual-side stripping apron with fish ruler allows entry and exit without unclipping

Things we don't like

 

  • Large assembled size may be difficult to transport
  • Relatively heavy compared to other paddle boards
  • Requires regular maintenance and care to prevent damage to the PVC bottom
  • The abundance of pockets may lead to overcrowding and difficulty in finding items
  • The high visibility of the pontoon boat may attract unwanted attention or disturb fishing spots
Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is it to transport (get in and out of truck) and get in and out of the water?

No, it's not difficult. It's time consuming, but what boat isn't when it's time to launch or recover it?. The Colorado Pontoon boat weighs about 75 pounds. The newer models come with a transport wheel. I've had mine since the summer of 2005. It's easy to put together and take apart and, when disassembled, it fits right in with your camping gear in the back of your truck. I often take mine to lakes where I can back my Jeep up to within a few feet of the waters' edge. That way I can inflate, assemble, deflate, disassemble ,and recover it with no problem. I recommend a high volume electric or manual pump for easiest inflation. I personally use an electric , high volume air pump that plugs into the rear power port on my Jeep.

can it handle class 2 an 3 rapids?...also can it handle shallow rocky waters?

First thing I would do is replace the oar locks with Scotty oar locks ( http://www.amazon.com/Scotty-Strongback-Lock-Pair-Pack/dp/B001M4HTCA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421029285&sr=8-1&keywords=scotty+oar+locks )....no chance of breaking those and loosing an oar. This boat will have no issue with class 2 water and the pontoons are tough enough to slide over rocks in shallow water. However, for class 3 ...I would replace all of the pins that hold the frame together with stainless steel bolts and lock nuts to keep the frame solid. Also for class 3 I would replace the seat with a stronger one...the back of the stock seat will break under class 3 stress. With these mods....you will do well on most waters to the plus side of class 3 easily...just don't take it over a water fall. Always remember, cold air and water will reduce the air pressure in the pontoons that were inflated in a warmer environment. Like wise, pontoons inflated to pressure in cool temps may over pressurize in warm water and a hot sun. Keep an air pump strapped on it at all times for such adjustments. ..... just read the water and go with the flow....enjoy!

Any fish finder suggestions? Hummingbird 120 fishin' buddy w/ float tube strap?

Open water can be rough with paddles only but I think most fish finders would work. There is plenty of room for mounting. I probably wouldn't put it on the pontoon if you can't pull it up when your moving. Might cause a little to much drag and be hard to go straight. I would mount the sensor on the cage behind you and your screen up front near the rod holder. I've also found you can stand on top of the seat if water is calm enough and you haven't had to many beers yet.

My concern is what happens when or if you get a hole in it?! It seems like the inflatable type of boats would inevitably pop?

I've had mine for over 12 years. I have taken it down a lot of class 3 rapids and over rocks. It has an inner bladder which is what inflates. This is an outstanding inflatable for the money. After 12 years, mine has just this year started losing air in one tube. It is a very slow leak and I can still use the boat, but heck for this price, I will be ordering a new one. They are out of stock right now, but I am ordering another one as soon as they are back in stock.