Boats, Mud Motors, and Pudelpointers with Zach Hoeschen

fter 15+ years of building some of the most rugged duck hunting gear in the business, Zach Hoeschen of Backwater Inc. joins the Upduck crew again to talk all things boats, motors, dogs, and the evolving world of duck hunting rigs. From long tail mud motors and custom hull builds to American-made trailers and a sneak peek at electric motors, Zach dives deep into what makes Backwater tick.

We cover:

The difference between long tails and surface drives—and when one wins over the other

How Backwater’s custom boats are optimized for performance, not flash

Why electric long tails might be the future for quiet, regulation-friendly hunts

Zach’s take on building gear that actually lasts—because he beats the hell out of it himself

Pheasant hunting, pudelpointers, and his growing addiction to upland

Whether you're building your first duck boat or drooling over your next upgrade, this one’s packed with insights for every kind of waterfowler.

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