The Buoy: G3 Boats Blog
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How to Choose a G3 Boat Based on Where You Fish Most
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Finding the right aluminum fishing boat comes down to matching your equipment to the water you fish most. A hull that excels on shallow, timber-heavy river backwaters operates differently than one engineered to cut through big-lake chop. G3 Boats, built as a Yamaha Boat Company, offers a lineup constructed around durability, dependable performance, and practical…
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Blending Old & New: Do “Old School” Walleye Tactics Still Work in the Forward, Facing Sonar Era?
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By Mike Frisch One question I hear constantly from boaters and tournament anglers alike is: “Do the traditional walleye fishing techniques I’ve used for years still work, or has live sonar rendered them obsolete?” This debate usually revolves around classic walleye presentations, jigging with live bait, pulling Lindy rigs tipped with leeches or nightcrawlers, and…
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Center Console vs. Side Console: Which Layout Works Best for Your Fishing Style?
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When shopping for an all-aluminum, all-welded fishing boat, choosing the right hull design is only half the battle. The configuration of your command center dictates how you move, how much gear you can securely store, and how comfortably you’ll handle changing conditions during long days on the water. Every boat should be a reliable partner…
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5 Critical Questions to Ask a G3 Boats Dealer Before You Buy
Investing in a new aluminum fishing boat, puncture-resistant deep-V, or a rugged pontoon is an exciting milestone. G3 Boats, built with Yamaha Marine precision, are renowned for their durability, dependable performance, practical design, and long-term ownership confidence. However, walking onto a dealership lot without a clear plan can feel overwhelming given the sheer variety of…
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Catch a Trophy!
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By Mike Frisch and the Fishing the Midwest Team Most anglers, this one included, dream of catching trophy-sized fish. Some believe that big fish are the result of luck. Good fortune can play a part in fishing successes at times. Anglers can, however, do several things to tilt the odds of landing big fish in our…
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Boat Features You Didn’t Know You Needed (Until You Had Them)
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Having a boat is like having a home on the water, which is ideal for summer. However, buying a boat is a significant investment, and finding the right boat can be a challenge. Below are some features you should make sure your new investment has. Hull Construction Having a durable hull is crucial for the…
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Shallow and Simple for Spring Success!
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By Mike Frisch and the Fishing the Midwest Team The early part of the fishing season is a great time to be on the water! The weather is often pleasant, nature is coming back to life after a long winter, and the fish are usually cooperative. While I devote some time in spring to chasing crappies, casting for…
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The Spin Is Back In!
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By Mike Frisch and the Fishing the Midwest Team Spinning rods and reels were at the heart of my rod and reel fishing inventory for decades. However, a good while back I started fishing baitcasting gear increasingly and eventually those style combos became mainstays for most of my fishing applications. Now, however, I am trending back to using…
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Sunrise to Sundown: A Perfect Day on the Water in a G3 Boat
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One of the best things about owning a boat is the ability to spend sunrise to sundown on the water. Summer is the best time to take advantage of this with long days and warmer weather. Below are some ideas to take your day out to the next level and create the perfect day on…
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Get the Drop on More Bass!
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By Mike Frisch and the Fishing the Midwest Team I remember many years ago when the drop-shot fishing technique took the fishing world by storm, particularly among bass anglers. While we don’t hear quite as much about this technique now, it remains a very popular and productive technique. Not only does this finesse method puts lots of bass…