Alopez0105 Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 Hey all I have a 2013 redfisher 18. Wanted to add a casting platform but a buddy of mine suggested I do a cooler instead . I have a minn kota in the front so space it somewhat limited as well. Wondering if anyone has a similar setup? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennF Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 I have used an Engle 25 or 35 successfully. Some folks mount them, I did not so I could easily move it around. The Engle 25 is sturdy and is fairly wide so it’s pretty stable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 My son uses his cooler as a platform when using the boat, RTIC cooler 25 I think. Works well not mounted to deck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wthree3 Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 I use a yeti 50. The 50's dimensions are more cube-like. Not too wide so it fits in front of the console and tall so it makes a good sitting or standing platform on the front deck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JakeK Posted December 1, 2019 Report Share Posted December 1, 2019 I use a Tundra 45 on my RF16 and love it. I do admit, though, I relocated the trolling motor (it was positioned VERY badly when I bought the boat) and I planned the placement of the trolling motor and the cooler together before remounting the trolling motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnd Posted December 2, 2019 Report Share Posted December 2, 2019 I used a Yeti, then an Engel.. finally went to a 4 leg platform that tied down with turnbuckle. I felt much safer on the stand than on the cooler. Cooler worked, platform worked better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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