YOUR NEXT CATCH IS WAITING
No matter your species of choice, your fishing style, your skill level or your preferred body of water, Larson FX invites you to add another epic chapter to your personal fishing history. Our boats’ time-tested craftsmanship and angler-approved amenities will help you find your next adventure.
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Spinnerbaits work well for catching bass, pike, walleye and even big panfish. They’re also simple to fish; just cast them out, reel them back and start catching!
Onyx A/M-24 Inflatable Life Jacket “Always wear your life vest. This is my favorite. Its self-inflatable so if you fall overboard, it inflates as soon as you make contact with the water.” - Mike Frisch Fishing the Midwest TV onyxoutdoor.com
Beckman® BN2634C Coated Net This net features a telescoping handle for convenient reaching in different fishing situations. Great for musky, in particular. beckmanfishingnets.com
Opt for a Mercury kicker motor for greater acceleration control and more precise trolling control. mercurymarine.com
ARMED FOR BATTLE
FIBERGLASS FOR MORE FISH
Discover the benefits of FX fiberglass boats over their aluminum counterparts. RIDE:
BOAT CONTROL:
FINISH:
The Larson FX Series boats
FX’s exact, computer-designed
FX fiberglass boats are polished
provide such a dry, smooth ride.
keels and strakes allow for
perfection, creating a sleek,
You can get to more fishing
better control and backtrolling
seamless design. Aluminum hulls,
holes because the FX handles
so you can stay on the fish.
on the other hand, are drilled,
rough water better. No more
riveted and welded—all potential
shying away from pursuits when
stress points for leakage.
conditions aren’t ideal.
“I’ve been fortunate to have owned a lot of boats, and most of them have been outstanding for that era. But in today’s world, fiberglass is the choice of many of the industry’s best anglers.” - Bob Jensen, pro angler
TILLER
THE WATER IS CALLING 1750TILLER | 1850TILLER 2020TILLER The Larson FX tiller series accommodates new fishermen, weekend warriors and serious anglers alike, who despite their varied goals all share a common denominator: pure love for the sport of fishing. Larson FX tillers handle all waters, thanks to confident performance and wide-open layouts with comfortable seating. They also get after all species—from musky to walleye to pike and more. Built-in tackle boxes, rod holders, livewells and storage hold all your gear, and spacious casting platforms open up any angle you need. Add in optional electronics and a stereo system, and you’re set to write your next fishing story.
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PowerDrive 70 Trolling Motor The GPS-powered i-Pilot lets you set spot-locks, record paths, and control speed and steering. minnkotamotors.com
Planer boards are great for catching walleye, crappie, perch and any other fish roaming open water or around structure. Here’s how they work and how they’ll improve your fishing game this year.
PLANE & SIMPLE How Planer Boards Work. Let’s say you’re fishing for walleye and you think they’re about 10 feet below the surface. You’d select a bait that runs about 7 to 9 feet below the surface. (Most fish are more likely to go up for bait than down.) Let your bait out behind the boat until it is running at your preferred depth. Then attach the board to your line and put it in the water. By keeping your line just a little tight, the board will begin running out to the side of the boat. Once the board is at a good distance, engage the reel and put the rod in a rod holder. Learn more at www.larsonfxseries.com
Planer Board Advantages. Planer boards allow you to get the bait out away from the boat, making it less likely you’ll spook fish. You can also get more lines in the water more efficiently, giving you the opportunity to experiment with different lure colors, shapes and sizes to more effectively determine what’s working on a given day.
Planer boards allow you to distance your lines from the
Larson FX boats are perfect for pulling boards. The
boat to avoid spooking the fish. Multiple lines also allow
generous sized rod-boxes provide protection for the
you to test a variety of set-ups so you can see what the
longer-than-usual rods that are designed for boards.
fish are going after.
Additionally, seating is appropriately positioned to keep
Check with your local DNR for legal line limits.
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USE JIG CATCH BIG By Bob Jensen
If I could only take one type of lure in the boat with me, any time of year, for any type of fish, I would grab my box of jigs. Jigs, I believe, are the most universal bait available to anglers today. My Larson FX 1750 tiller comes with tackle storage in the bow, plus two more storage areas below the console that are ideal for jigs. A selection of jigs in 1/16 oz, 1/8 oz and 1/4 oz sizes will do the job most of the time. If you fish rivers or in heavy cover for largemouth bass, you’ll need some heavier ones. If panfish are your game, you’ll want to have some smaller ones. I like to use a jig with a plastic body, and I want the body to be a different color than the head. That way, the fish sees two different colors, increasing the odds of showing the color it wants on that day at that time.
Get more tips for selecting the right jigs at larsonfxseries.com.
Whats in Bob’s Tackle Box Bob likes to store his jigs in a new type of tackle box, a Lure Lock with Elastak Liner. The flat box has a sticky surface so jigs don’t move around, preventing tangling and chipping. Lurelock.com
Stand-Up Fire-Ball® Jig Bob says, “I tie on the long-shank version when using plastic, and use the original short-shank version if using live bait.”
“If not using a plastic jig with an action tail, you can tip your jig with a live minnow, leech or piece of nightcrawler,” Bob says.
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1750TILLER
1850TILLER
2020TILLER
Length ........................................................................17' 5" / 5.31 m
Length ......................................................................18' 6" / 5.64 m
Length ....................................................................20' 8" / 6.30 m
LOA on Trailer..............................................19' 7" / 5.97 m
LOA on Trailer............................................21' 0" / 6.40 m
LOA on Trailer.............................................22' 4" / 6.81 m
Beam .............................................................................8' 0" / 2.44 m
Beam .............................................................................8' 6" / 2.59 m
Beam ..............................................................................8' 6" / 2.59 m
Draft (Drive Down) ............................29" / 73.66 cm
Draft (Drive Down) ..............................32" / 81.28 cm
Draft (Drive Down) ............................30" / 76.20 cm
Draft (Drive Up).........................................13" / 33.02 cm
Draft (Drive Up)........................................16" / 40.64 cm
Draft (Drive Up).........................................14" / 35.56 cm
Weight..............................................................1,800 lb / 816 kg
Weight.........................................................2,271 lb / 1,030 kg
Weight........................................................2,770 lb / 1,256 kg
Fuel Capacity ..........................................22 gal / 83.27 l
Fuel Capacity ........................................36 gal / 136.27 l
Fuel Capacity ......................................53 gal / 200.63 l
Weight Capacity .........................1,300 lb / 590 kg
Weight Capacity ..........................1,650 lb / 748 kg
Weight Capacity ...........................1,750 lb / 794 kg
Max. Power ...............................................................................90 HP
Max. Power ...............................................................................90 HP
Max. Power ...........................................................................200 HP
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TROLLING IN A LARSON TILLER By Jeff Smith
One of the most productive ways to present a bait to fish is by trolling. When you want to cover water quickly, I recommend front-trolling
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with crankbaits because you can cover different depths easily and vary the trolling speed with a simple twist of the tiller handle. When you locate a school of fish, such as walleye, in a small area,
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back-trolling works best, due to precise boat control and a slower presentation.
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Larson’s tiller series allows anglers to both fronttroll and back-troll effectively and comfortably. From the driver’s seat, the sonar, livewell switch
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Side netting to keep gear secure when under way
and other controls are in easy reach, and the
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Lockable dry rod storage
tiller handle is right there for comfortable and
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Lockable dry side storage for tackle
efficient handling. With a Larson tiller, you’ll have
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Additional side lockable rod storage
the control necessary to effectively troll and
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Command center with plenty of space to mount additional electronics
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Recirculating live well
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Choose multiple engine sizes or manufacturers that fit your needs
catch fish.
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DUAL CONSOLE
CONSIDER THE FISH WARNED 1750DC | 1850DC | 2020DC
The Larson FX dual console series puts versatility front and center. Each model is built to be a multispecies champion and to navigate a variety of waters. But the flexibility doesn’t end there. You may be a diehard angler, but perhaps some of your weekends are spent with the family onboard, as well. Larson FX’s range of dual console models accommodates any activity you can dream of. But don’t mistake versatility for a lack of focus. Our boats are built with spacious layouts, plentiful storage, premium seating and first-class amenities—no scrimping anywhere. Your day is a blank page that you can write any way you want, but no matter what, you can always count on reliable, long-lasting craftsmanship and all-day comfort.
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SOMETHING THAT PULLS BACK By Mike Frisch
Humminbird | HELIX 12 CHIRP SI GPS A large 12.1� display with LED backlight lets you take command of your fishing pursuits. humminbird.com
Rockford Fosgate PMX-3 Enjoy SiriusXM compatibility, Pandora radio control via USB or Bluetooth, and full iPhone support. rockfordfosgate.com
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As a fishing guide dealing with lots of people who might only fish a time or two a year, I’ve come to realize that the species of fish on the end of the line doesn’t matter that much for most young anglers. In fact, most just want “something that pulls back.” For that reason, whenever I have kids onboard my boat, we often target panfish like bluegills, crappies and perch. These fish are numerous in lots of waters across the Midwest, are usually willing biters and “pull hard” when hooked. It’s amazing and fun to see how excited first-
Basics of Filleting a Fish
time anglers get when their bobber goes down the first time and they start to reel in a scrappy panfish! They can’t wait to get their line back in
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the water and do it again!
It’s amazing and fun to see how excited first-time anglers get when their bobber goes down When kids are involved, I find it’s best to end the trip while the fish are still biting. The odds are pretty good that your first-time angler will offer up the question, “Can we do that again?” In addition to fishing for active fish and keeping the trip short, consider stopping for an ice cream
Cut the fish behind its gills down to, but not through, the backbone.
Without removing the knife, turn the blade and cut through the ribs toward the tail. Use the backbone as a guide.
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Turn the fish around and finish cutting fillet away from the backbone. Turn the fish over and repeat steps on the opposite side.
Remove rib cage after the fillet is out. To skin the fish, place it skin-side down. Insert the knife blade about 1/2 inch from the tail. Firmly run the knife blade at an angle between skin and meat.
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cone or some other treat on the way home. A treat is a perfect way to end a good day on the water and cements a positive experience! | 16
GO SHALLOW By Bob Jensen
At certain times during the fishing season,
box on the floor the floor of most boats, every
most active fish will be in shallow water. If you
fish in the area would go on alert. With Larson’s
want to catch those shallow-water fish, it’s
MarineMat, they won’t even notice.
crucial to be quiet. Shallow fish are very easily spooked. Shut your outboard off a good distance away from the shallow water and let the wind blow you in, or use your electric motor to enter the fish zone.
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The more stealthy that you are, the more fish you’re going to catch.
Larson FX boats have been designed to have an
For maximum success when fishing shallow,
electric motor on the bow. Additionally, Larson’s
make long casts. The more stealthy that you are,
MarineMat flooring option prevents further
the more fish you’re going to catch. Larson FX
noise. If you were to drop a needle nose or tackle
boats will allow you to be at your stealthiest.
When fishing the shallows, opt for lures with precise movements, and make a long cast away from the boat.
1750DC
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1850DC
2020DC
Length .......................................................................17' 5" / 5.31 m
Length ....................................................................18' 6" / 5.64 m
Length ...................................................................20' 8" / 6.30 m
LOA on Trailer.............................................19' 7" / 5.97 m
LOA on Trailer...........................................21' 0" / 6.40 m
LOA on Trailer............................................22' 4" / 6.81 m
Beam ............................................................................8' 0" / 2.44 m
Beam .............................................................................8' 6" / 2.59 m
Beam .............................................................................8' 6" / 2.59 m
Draft (Drive Down) ..........................29" / 73.66 cm
Draft (Drive Down) ..........................33" / 83.82 cm
Draft (Drive Down) ..........................30" / 76.20 cm
Draft (Drive Up).......................................13" / 33.02 cm
Draft (Drive Up).........................................17" / 43.18 cm
Draft (Drive Up).......................................14" / 35.56 cm
Weight............................................................2,030 lb / 921 kg
Weight.....................................................2,400 lb / 1,089 kg
Weight........................................................2,550 lb / 1,157 kg
Fuel Capacity ..........................................22 gal / 83.27 l
Fuel Capacity ..................................................36 gal / 136 l
Fuel Capacity .....................................53 gal / 200.63 l
Weight Capacity ........................1,500 lb / 680 kg
Weight Capacity ..........................1,750 lb / 794 kg
Weight Capacity .......................2,000 lb / 907 kg
Max. Power .............................................................................150 HP
Max. Power ...........................................................................200 HP
Max. Power ...........................................................................300 HP
WIDE-OPEN DECKS
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Larson FX dual consoles feature smart, spacious 3
layouts that maximize fishing presentation potential. Wide-open bow casting platforms and sensible seating configurations make fishing
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from a Larson FX dual console both effective and comfortable. From the deck of an FX, anglers can easily see the sonar while casting. There’s also plenty of room to position the foot-control of an electric motor for maximum comfort and effectiveness. If choosing to troll, you can sit comfortably while still being within arm’s reach of the sonar to make easy adjustments.
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Bow electronics
Larson FX decks also have an abundance
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Side netting to keep gear secure when under way
of storage underneath. You’ll find room for
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Additional tackle storage (opt)
tackleboxes, extra gear and even a cooler—all
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Lockable dry rod storage
conveniently located but out of the way.
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Helm station with plenty of space to mount additional electronics
comfortable and in complete control, allowing
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Standard rear fold down seats
you to concentrate on the reason you’re out
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Choose multiple engine sizes or manufacturers that fit your needs
When fishing from the bow, you’ll feel safe,
there in the first place: the fish.
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PICK YOUR POWER
Many boat companies force you into one engine. FX gives you four choices of industry-leading outboard brands. We don’t tell you how to fish, so we wouldn’t dare tell you how to power your boat.
MODEL
MAX HP
1750 TL
> 90 HP
1750 DC
> 150 HP
1850 TL
> 90 HP
1850 DC
> 200 HP
2020 TL
> 200 HP
2020 DC
> 300 HP
10-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY:
Transferrable to a second owner
10-YEAR LIMITED STRUCTURAL WARRANTY:
Hull, stringers and transom
5-YEAR LIMITED COMPONTENT WARRANTY:
For in house manufactured components * For optimum resale value, the Larson FX warranty is transferable to a second owner for a nominal transfer fee of $500. Check with your local authorized Larson FX dealer or visit larsonfxseries.com for complete warranty details.
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CUSTOM COLOR
Build your ultimate Larson FX at
larsonfxseries.com/build-a-boat
Your boat is an expression of who you are as an angler and as a person. That’s why we serve up your FX in a wide variety of color combinations.
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Just specify the colors you want for your hull (1–3). Then choose a color for your consoles (4), or your command center (4) if you’re getting a tiller model. (5) Your boat’s bottom must match position 1 or 2.
IMPULSE COLORS
Midnight Sky
Dawn
Quartz
Sapphire
Red
Grey
Dark Blue
SOLID COLORS
Onyx Black
Lime Green
Available in position 1 only
Larson FX Two Tone Cap Charcoal / White
Larson FX Competitor Performance Tee – White
Larson FX Lightweight Hoodie Charcoal
Our Price: $14.95
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FX GEAR
Larson FX Garment Washed Cap Clay
Larson FX Logo Lightweight Hoodie Royal
Larson FX Logo Tee Sand
Our Price: $14.95
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Larson FX Logo Tee Indigo Blue
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Larson FX Garment Washed Cap Navy Our Price: $14.95
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