Inside Elite Boats

Inside Elite Boats: Kyle Monti

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Get a thorough tour of Kyle Monti's 2019 Yamaha powered Skeeter.
Get a thorough tour of Kyle Monti’s 2019 Yamaha powered Skeeter.
At the front is the super-cool Minn Kota Ultrex in a 112-pound thrust powered by a 36V system.
At the front is the super-cool Minn Kota Ultrex in a 112-pound thrust powered by a 36V system.
As Monti moves to his front deck, you can see the amount of space he has to do his work.
As Monti moves to his front deck, you can see the amount of space he has to do his work.
This is where he does most of his work during an Elite Series tournament.
This is where he does most of his work during an Elite Series tournament.
Power-Pole pedals are to the right of his Ultrex foot pedal.
Power-Pole pedals are to the right of his Ultrex foot pedal.
A single large Lowrance HDS 12 provides all the crystal-clear sonar and scanning he uses to find the fish first.
A single large Lowrance HDS 12 provides all the crystal-clear sonar and scanning he uses to find the fish first.
The ultra comfortable Ultrex pedal keeps him moving all day long.
The ultra comfortable Ultrex pedal keeps him moving all day long.
Digging into the first rod locker ...
Digging into the first rod locker …
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Monti has a full selection of rods in different actions.
Monti has a full selection of rods in different actions.
He grabs one of his favorite Denali rods.
He grabs one of his favorite Denali rods.
He loves a big jig and trailer. One of his preferred ways to catch bass.
He loves a big jig and trailer. One of his preferred ways to catch bass.
Or, how about this topwater — a classic springtime Florida presentation.
Or, how about this topwater — a classic springtime Florida presentation.
Moving to the center storage bay, he has lots of options at this fingertips.
Moving to the center storage bay, he has lots of options at this fingertips.
Again, no boat is complete without grocery bags filled with extras.
Again, no boat is complete without grocery bags filled with extras.
How about a large black/blue stickbait?
How about a large black/blue stickbait?
He grabs another box.
He grabs another box.
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One of his favorite jigs featuring twin weed guards.
One of his favorite jigs featuring twin weed guards.
This spot is perfect for a different size of storage box.
This spot is perfect for a different size of storage box.
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Moving to the opposite side rod locker, here he keeps his critical paperwork.
Moving to the opposite side rod locker, here he keeps his critical paperwork.
He also keeps handy a box of line.
He also keeps handy a box of line.
Moving toward the console is a storage compartment where he keeps more necessities, including more of his jigs.
Moving toward the console is a storage compartment where he keeps more necessities, including more of his jigs.
Gloves, sunscreen, gear for all seasons.
Gloves, sunscreen, gear for all seasons.
You can remove the tray from that compartment and have instant access to the rear of the driver-side rod locker.
You can remove the tray from that compartment and have instant access to the rear of the driver-side rod locker.
This compartment is to the immediate forward of the passenger seat, it holds maps, a buff and other knickknacks.
This compartment is to the immediate forward of the passenger seat, it holds maps, a buff and other knickknacks.
The compartment that doubles as a step up onto the front deck is his
The compartment that doubles as a step up onto the front deck is his “trash can.”
That tray can be removed to easily access the bottom of the boat, if there's ever a need.
That tray can be removed to easily access the bottom of the boat, if there’s ever a need.
His cockpit console holds his cooler, which is full of cold drinks and food.
His cockpit console holds his cooler, which is full of cold drinks and food.
On the side of his chair is a convenient pocket where he keeps his phone safe.
On the side of his chair is a convenient pocket where he keeps his phone safe.
Livewell switches.
Livewell switches.
And a T-H Marine Hot Foot, plus other items beneath his captain's console.
And a T-H Marine Hot Foot, plus other items beneath his captain’s console.
More switches and the plug for his onboard charger.
More switches and the plug for his onboard charger.
Monti sits at his console, a place where he spends a great deal of time scouting the waters before ever casts a line.
Monti sits at his console, a place where he spends a great deal of time scouting the waters before ever casts a line.
He has two Lowrance HDS units mounted on the dash to help him gather all the required information for a tournament.
He has two Lowrance HDS units mounted on the dash to help him gather all the required information for a tournament.
The Skeeter livewells are huge.
The Skeeter livewells are huge.
In the passenger-side-rear storage box Monti has other items conveniently stored, such as rain gear and extra life jackets.
In the passenger-side-rear storage box Monti has other items conveniently stored, such as rain gear and extra life jackets.
On the opposite side he has electronics covers, his primary life jacket and other tools of the trade.
On the opposite side he has electronics covers, his primary life jacket and other tools of the trade.
Each compartment lid has an ultra-handy light to make it easier to find things in low light.
Each compartment lid has an ultra-handy light to make it easier to find things in low light.
The rear of the Skeeter is one of the cleanest in the game. Only a few wires and hoses run into the boat.
The rear of the Skeeter is one of the cleanest in the game. Only a few wires and hoses run into the boat.
Here's a look at the Skeeter's powerplant.
Here’s a look at the Skeeter’s powerplant.
On each of the four wheels that keep his boat on the road, you'll find his name. A very cool addition to his rig.
On each of the four wheels that keep his boat on the road, you’ll find his name. A very cool addition to his rig.
Monti runs a pair 8-foot Power-Pole Blades either side of his Yamaha SHO.
Monti runs a pair 8-foot Power-Pole Blades either side of his Yamaha SHO.
A Bob's Machine hydraulic jackplate raises or drops the motor depending on water depth.
A Bob’s Machine hydraulic jackplate raises or drops the motor depending on water depth.
And finally a look at Monti's Yamaha 250 SHO, a fantastic and reliable power source for his Elite Series rig. Thanks, Kyle!
And finally a look at Monti’s Yamaha 250 SHO, a fantastic and reliable power source for his Elite Series rig. Thanks, Kyle!

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