Caddis Nevada Float Tube Performance Review 

+JaimeAstin Jaime, to say thank you for your kind comments is quite the understatement! It was indeed amazing that we both got these Nevadas at virtually the same time. When I got the Caddis Wyoming a few years ago I went to Academy Sports and purchased a Caddis carry bag for it. The bag is like a big mesh gym bag and you can put the tube, flippers, pump and all sorts of junk in it and carry it over your shoulder to wherever you are going or put it in the back of a compact car. I think you'll like two upcoming fishing videos of myself and my sister Lorraine as we threw our Caddis tubes and gear in the back of her Prius with plenty of room to spare. A few clips appeared in this vid. I'd say if Jacqueline is curious about a float tube have her paddle around in yours. It takes a while to learn how to paddle slowly and smoothly without overpowering and tiring your legs out, but then again you can concentrate on fishing and not worry about your yak paddle all the time. A kayak is probably preferable in colder water but I've got insulated waders and sometimes fish a tube even when the water is quite cold. All the little lures you mentioned (Crusteaz, Mega Bugs) are really good and can sure give you confidence that you might catch a fish on every cast. My next lure "try out" with be with the new Z-Man 4" tubes; I got some today at Bass Pro. As the water starts cooling I'll be using a power+finesse strategy with both big and little stuff and let the fish tell me what they want. Hi to Jacqueline and best wishes. Your friend, Don

+Trevor K. Fishing Trevor, I see you re-established your channel on 9-11 and wanted to thank you for your kind comments. I enjoy the avocation (hobby) of making video stories for family and friends but will confess that it takes a considerable amount of time and skill to make even amateur videos. Best of luck if you choose to enter that arena. Don

Thanks DJ for the nice comments. The Nevada has been a reliable, well built tube that still works great for hike-in fishing trips where less weight is advantageous. I've not used it in moving water but glad you enjoyed your adventures. All the best, Don

@@Winkiedoodles oh definitely. Its easy to travel and carry to remote spots when by foot. I can't give enough praise honestly . Glad you are enjoying it as much. Best Regards, Dave

Would you still recommend this for sea water in this year?

@@fizyomracle yes 👍

Thanks, Raul. It was fun to see this 2015 video again. I still use the Nevada tube all the time. Best wishes, Don

Awesome using mine for first time for trout in northern California thanks !

+ljdjjeffc Hey Sis, as a matter of fact, yes I was! I took a little hike (ha) to that crappie lake we walked to a year or so ago. It was basically unfishable around the perimeter due to lily pads but that nice bass you saw in the photo I sent was along the dam. Glad you liked this video and, yes, those lighter tubes help a lot with the exhaustion element, especially in hot weather. I'm releasing the JC trip part 2 now so enjoy! xx00 Don

Thanks for watching and commenting! I've used the Nevada tube for two years now and have had no issues at all. It is my preferred float tube for longer hikes. No leakages from the bladder; all good with the outer shell. Yes, at 250 you should probably consider a tube with more carrying capacity. Best wishes!

+Float Tube Fanatics & Fish Finder Mounts .com Wade, I already like your Dad. I got this lightweight tube for two reasons. First, I conceded that I'm not getting any younger and a lighter tube will be easier to carry it to some of the more remote places I fish. Secondly, (and you'll see this in an upcoming video with my sister) two anglers can put small tubes and all their gear easily in a compact car and travel long distances with less expense involved. Thanks for watching and tell Dad hello from me. Don

Will do Don, thanks again :)

+Specific Love Creations Thanks, SL. These lightweight tubes are another good tool in the angler's tool box. I think this one will help me better navigate the rappel (ha) down to the strip pit. - Don

Bill & Mikes Angling Adventures Bill, thanks for watching the review. I ordered three Caddis tubes from Amazon (Colorado, Wyoming and Pro 2000) for occasions where I would be hiking in and a lightweight tube would be a good choice rather than the larger, heavier Cumberland tube. I still use this tube all the time and have never poked a hole in it (fingers crossed)! Yes, the truth is that you can't fall out unless you fall out of a chair you are sitting in...hahaha! There's a lot of these smaller U-boat style tubes in various sporting goods stores but I think the Caddis is probably the best. All the best. Don

Yes, in fact it has 8 strap attachments. Four on each side: two on the right and two on the left of both bladders at the base of the cargo pouches. I normally use a single strap over the right shoulder and carry my tackle bag over my left shoulder. The Nevada is good for hiking and easy to paddle around, but lacks "front deck" space. Still, it is a good platform.

@@Winkiedoodles thank you!!1

+BigMike315Fishing Thanks, Big Mike. I've been float tubing since the 70's and the best "round tube" I ever owned was a Caddis. It used a truck tire inner tube so you had to inflate it before you went fishing or use a bicycle pump. Big tube, too, but I had a huge Ford station wagon so it fit easily (ha). Float tubes are sold on Amazon and at all major retail and on-line sporting goods stores. Naturally there's several brands. Here's the Caddis link so you can check out weight capacities. caddissports.com/float-tubes/Glad you liked the show; take care. Don

+EvolvinEvo Good question, Evolvin. I love the Cumberland tube and will certainly continue to choose it for most tubing adventures. I purchased the Nevada because I need a lightweight tube that Is easier to carry to the more difficult access places where you have to hike or climb or both. Best wishes, Don

Thanks for stopping by, Workforit. The max capacity is 225 so I'd recommend a larger tube like the Cumberland by Classic Accessories. It has a 350lb capacity. Have a great time tubing; it is a great platform for small bodies of water. Don

Thank you!

+Queen Day QD, I remember you asked and I provided an opinion on this same question on a different video. If there are crappie in the pond, you should be able to catch them and the fountain shouldn't make any difference. Good luck!

+RaidersSuk4Life Thanks for asking. No, you can't mount a trolling motor on this float tube, but it is a nice and light tube that's easy to carry to the water. Best wishes.

+Winkiedoodles what float tubes could i purchase that would allow me that capability? also, I've never used a float tube before but how stable are they and can you zip around the river at a decent pace with a trolling motor?

I've never seen a trolling motor capable float tube for sale. Perhaps you could perform a google search and find one that would fit your needs if something like that is on the market. You might also search youtube for videos of such a craft and dialogue with that person if there is someone out there that knows about float tubes with trolling motors.

+gmanlipripper Thanks, Gman. If by $ you mean inexpensive, then yes. I searched around for the least expensive, best quality lightweight tube and found this one on deep discount. Nice little tube! Don