One of the things I really appreciate about Lund boats is how adaptable they are. A lot of anglers think they need a dedicated boat for every style of fishing, but that’s simply not the case. With the right setup, one boat can handle just about anything—from chasing walleyes on your favorite inland lake to pulling downriggers for trout and salmon on the Great Lakes.
That’s exactly what we’re doing with Jeff Simpson’s Lund 1875 Pro-V.
The Pro-V is already an outstanding all-around fishing platform. Jeff spends most of his time chasing walleyes, panfish, bass, and even catfish, but every now and then we head to the Great Lakes where trolling becomes the name of the game. Instead of permanently modifying the boat with rod holders and electric downriggers, Lund’s Sport Track System lets us convert the boat in just minutes.
A Truly Modular Fishing Boat
The beauty of the Sport Track System is that everything mounts directly into the factory-installed track along the gunwale. There’s no drilling holes, no permanent hardware sticking up, and no sacrificing the clean layout of your boat.
Lund offers several different mounting options, including their newer heavy-duty aluminum mounting brackets that accept a wide variety of accessories. These brackets feature multiple mounting holes, making them compatible with:
- Electric downriggers
- Rod holders
- Forward-facing sonar mounts
- Electronics accessories
- Camera mounts
- And much more
Whether you’re trolling the Great Lakes or rigging your boat for another specialized technique, the system makes installation incredibly simple.
Installation Takes Seconds
Mounting an accessory couldn’t be easier.
Simply slide the bracket into the Sport Track, twist it into position, and tighten it down. That’s it.
For lighter accessories, Lund also offers quick-attach plastic mounts that snap directly into the track. Need a rod holder? Pop it in. When you’re finished fishing, pop it right back out.
It’s a fast, secure system that lets you customize your boat without committing to permanent hardware.
Perfect for Multi-Species Anglers
This is exactly why the Sport Track System is so valuable for anglers who fish a variety of species throughout the year.
One weekend your boat might be loaded with downriggers chasing trout or salmon.
The next weekend, those downriggers come off and you’re slip-bobber fishing for walleyes or casting crankbaits for bass with a completely open cockpit.
You don’t have rod holders sticking up where they’re in the way. You don’t have unused mounts cluttering your deck. Your boat stays clean and functional for whatever adventure comes next.
Easy Storage When the Day Is Done
Another huge advantage is how quickly everything comes back off.
After a day on the water, we can head back to the motel, remove every accessory in just a few minutes, and safely store everything overnight.
Once Jeff gets home and switches gears from Great Lakes trolling back to his everyday fishing, the downriggers and rod holders come off just as easily. The boat returns to its original layout with nothing left behind except a clean Sport Track.
No holes.
No permanent brackets.
No clutter.
Just a clean fishing boat that’s ready for the next trip.
One Boat. Countless Possibilities.
For anglers who enjoy multiple styles of fishing, Lund’s Sport Track System is one of those features you quickly learn to appreciate. It gives you the flexibility to build the exact setup you need for today’s fishing without compromising tomorrow’s.
Whether you’re trolling with electric downriggers, adding rod holders, mounting forward-facing sonar, or installing other accessories, the Sport Track System makes it fast, secure, and completely reversible.
It’s a simple idea that makes a big difference—and it’s one more reason why the Lund Pro-V continues to be one of the most versatile fishing boats on the water.