The kids and wife would be great ballast for the boat. Just put on headphones and your favorite music so you don't have the hear the whines and screams.
This trip was amazing, I thank you my friend for making it possible. This was mine and Mary Sue's first crossing to Bimini and what made it extra special was My son (Paul) and his fiancee (Sami) crossed with us in their 302 Sportsman. We were amazed with the beautiful turquoise waters and white sandy beaches that the Bahamas has to offer. But all that was pale in comparison to the hospitality and love shown to us by you and Thalia, You guys are absolutely the best.
Awesome footage with sea airplane taking off. Great instructional video about danger in the high seas. Just imagine we fish with weather like that cause the fish like how the bait moves. Thanks for great video my brother.
Aren’t you so sad when you leave. I bet that sucks. At least I think for me. I got a lil emotional when you said…….that’s my whole life right there on that plane. You have a beautiful family and the Mrs……..so beautiful.
Yea I got a little emotional also but was trying to make sure my voice did not crack at that moment saying it! Had to cut that clip short right there 😥
Beautiful and amazing. A few years ago I did fly seaplane from Key West airport to Fort Jefferson in early morning then back in late afternoon. Great experience as well. Your videos are fascinating, thank you.
Thank for the comment omc I enjoy long distance trips on the water but feel when I get older I will venture into flying which had been a childhood dream of mines! I mind that flight to be fascinating myself
Much Respect Brother! You have the perfect attitude. A vessel is safe at harbor . . . that's not why we enjoy boats. No way video quarterbacks can estimate wave height or period. Based on the spray and "bounce" I'll take your word on that. Definitely looked sporty, and you and your buddy look to have made best speed with the conditions. Actually, I'm a bit disappointed if I don't get a few "bouncy" trips each year. One can only take so much "glass." ;)
After seeing how well received this video has been I think Im going to be doing one or two trips when its nasty out lol! First Time I hear the term "Video Quarterbacks" lol Love It!
they're comments about trip was what I expected. The key/Bahamas will spoil you. I'm in Savannah 2-4/3-5 is normal days. And NC is about the same maybe a touch worse. I love our trips to the Bahamas but I have gotten mad when dive boat cancel trips down there because seas are 2-3ft. If we didn't dive in that up here we would never get to go out. and thanks for the BNB info. going to stay there next summer for a week or so looks nice.
Lol.. pretty standard ocean for Far North Queensland Australia! Punched out this morning in my 16ft in similar conditions.... but maybe I am crazy aye?
Nice job on the helm in those conditions...just one piece of advice, wear a life jacket. Anything unexpected can happen, especially when its ugly like that.
@MiamiLiving305 hope to meet you there one day. I have a place there.... if you see a red cart with "RECAREY" painted in white on the back, stop me and say hello.
Wasnt even white capping. But I gave a thumbs up.... Great video. I want to bring my 32 Regulator down from Savannah to cruise the Bahamas. What time of the year do you recommend?
I kinda want to move to Southeast Florida. There is so much more to do down there on the water than up here in Northwest Florida. Would love to take family trips to the islands.
Great content - we’re headed over for our first crossing on our own 25 - a Yamaha FSH252 (twin jet center console). We’ll be going with at least 6 or 7 other boats. What wave height and increment would you say is my safe max for a 25?
Wow that was a thoughtful idea to put them on a plane and your son was probably mad at you cause he wanted to do the crossing with you 😂 but im 12 so I would have no problem to go with my dad and these i kinda like it for some reason 🤷♂️ but i love your content keep up the good work ❤
To keep the bow down like that the boat is not jumping as much. The trim tabs keep the bow pointed down so that it can cut thur the waves instead of jumping over them
yea but why did you choose the wet and bumpy way straight to Miami? You did the same thing on the way to Bimini...you took the long and wet and bumpy way to Bimini.@@MiamiLiving305
Not shitting on Seahunts as they're great entry boats, but seeing as you can afford the seahunt and that newer cobia, have you ever been on a higher end boat in those conditions? like contender, seavee, invincible etc... its a world of a difference. I've had plenty of hours on all kinds of boats and I can tell you, its worth the difference.
@@MiamiLiving305 HCB does not compare to those other boats I mentioned. Those are basically a higher end mid tier boat. Basically most boats with a 2 piece construction are inferior to most 3 piece boats.
@@MiamiLiving305 moving to Stuart waterfront. Too much shallow coral around KL. Will continue to visit friends at ORC via my Piper Saratoga from Witham Field.
@@MiamiLiving305 lemme know when you’re around either. I’m planning my SeaRay 450 Bristol upgrades to Bimini 1st time soon. Been in the water 50 yrs. Ya, started Very young. Sailing yacht last 26 yrs Marina Del Rey CA. Now up for sale. Tough parting :-(
I'm curious. Why do you not wear a life jacket? It's not just you, I noticed the same with other ocean going guys. I never see anyone wearing one. Obviously, you guys know something that I don't. What's the reason?
I can not speak for everyone but 3-4ft waves do not worry me enough to put one on. Now Should I be wearing one Yes! I ordered with Santa one of those that only inflate once pulled for safety!
@@MiamiLiving305 If for some reason you ended up in the water and your boat kept going (no kill switch) Do you think you could survive out there very long? I have no doubt that would be the end of me.
@@MiamiLiving305 Are you seriously asking this? You should ALWAYS have the kill switch attached while under way. Please review the USCG guidance on engine cut off switches and cross reference that with FWC regulations.
@@MiamiLiving305 It's more about safety than breaking the law. Garmin has been showing off a new system at FLIBS that does the same thing without being physically attached. You should look into it if hooking up the lanyard doesn't work for you.
You driving that boat like you are is insane. As a captain of the boat and your poor friend has put his life in your hands. No life, vests is a very bad decision on your part.
I am kind of crazy and my friend was sitting on the bean bag and giving me the thumbs up! I do agree I should have had a life vest tho I’ll give you that.
@@MiamiLiving305 I get it . We just enjoy your channel so much we want to hear what you are saying not read your words . It’s only when you’re not in front of the camera
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The kids and wife would be great ballast for the boat. Just put on headphones and your favorite music so you don't have the hear the whines and screams.
@@guidedmeditation2396 I would be without a wife and kids when I made it to Miami tho lmao
This trip was amazing, I thank you my friend for making it possible. This was mine and Mary Sue's first crossing to Bimini and what made it extra special was My son (Paul) and his fiancee (Sami) crossed with us in their 302 Sportsman. We were amazed with the beautiful turquoise waters and white sandy beaches that the Bahamas has to offer. But all that was pale in comparison to the hospitality and love shown to us by you and Thalia, You guys are absolutely the best.
Can’t Wait for our 2024 trip!
You’re a good man to send your family by sea plane, Ariel! I would be freaking out, too! Glad Henry is with you!
Did not want to leave me alone, that’s my Guy!
Awesome footage with sea airplane taking off. Great instructional video about danger in the high seas. Just imagine we fish with weather like that cause the fish like how the bait moves. Thanks for great video my brother.
That’s why you are the swordfish king
Them motors are sounding good! 😎🤙🏼
Love that sound!
🙏🏽Great cross Pops was a soldier and good u put family on plane 👍🏼👍🏼
He almost went on the plane too but he wanted to tough it out and he did
Aren’t you so sad when you leave. I bet that sucks. At least I think for me. I got a lil emotional when you said…….that’s my whole life right there on that plane. You have a beautiful family and the Mrs……..so beautiful.
Yea I got a little emotional also but was trying to make sure my voice did not crack at that moment saying it! Had to cut that clip short right there 😥
Glad you and your families made it home safe ….. great video
Thanks Man!
Nice video bro...Have nice and calm sea's.Regrets from Greece...and the Aegean sea...
Thank you Alex!!
Beautiful and amazing. A few years ago I did fly seaplane from Key West airport to Fort Jefferson in early morning then back in late afternoon. Great experience as well. Your videos are fascinating, thank you.
Thank for the comment omc I enjoy long distance trips on the water but feel when I get older I will venture into flying which had been a childhood dream of mines! I mind that flight to be fascinating myself
@@MiamiLiving305 As I bet you already well know, tomorrow belongs to those who follow their dreams 👍😊
@@omc4434 100%
Much Respect Brother! You have the perfect attitude. A vessel is safe at harbor . . . that's not why we enjoy boats. No way video quarterbacks can estimate wave height or period. Based on the spray and "bounce" I'll take your word on that. Definitely looked sporty, and you and your buddy look to have made best speed with the conditions.
Actually, I'm a bit disappointed if I don't get a few "bouncy" trips each year. One can only take so much "glass." ;)
After seeing how well received this video has been I think Im going to be doing one or two trips when its nasty out lol! First Time I hear the term "Video Quarterbacks" lol Love It!
I am glad the family got home safe! You too for that matter!
Thanks Dean
😂😂"she woulda been freakin' the F out" good call sending the fam on the smooth ride, Brother!
Best money I spent
Awesome video! Safe travels buddy!
Thank you bro
they're comments about trip was what I expected. The key/Bahamas will spoil you. I'm in Savannah 2-4/3-5 is normal days. And NC is about the same maybe a touch worse. I love our trips to the Bahamas but I have gotten mad when dive boat cancel trips down there because seas are 2-3ft. If we didn't dive in that up here we would never get to go out. and thanks for the BNB info. going to stay there next summer for a week or so looks nice.
Yea I know up north they are big rollers this trip was made it annoying was how close together they were
great stuff !
Thanks BF
Nice video!
Thank you daschnuz
Lol.. pretty standard ocean for Far North Queensland Australia! Punched out this morning in my 16ft in similar conditions.... but maybe I am crazy aye?
Maybe just a little lol
That is the life boating love to do the crossing with you guys like a regata!!!
True we do lol
Great video.
Thank you mark
Great video
Thanks Mari
Awesome channel! been binge watching a number of your videos. =)
Thanks slavguns welcome to the Miami Living 305 Family
Nice job on the helm in those conditions...just one piece of advice, wear a life jacket. Anything unexpected can happen, especially when its ugly like that.
Yes I got to get me one of those that you pull to inflate
Let me know, i can get you one at a discount 😂
Yea got to holla at you@@KIWI_ADVENTURES
Nice video 👍
Thank You Robert!
Your videos are getting better 👏👏👏. I was there two weekends ago, when was this trip?
10/16/2024 thanks jreca
@MiamiLiving305 hope to meet you there one day. I have a place there.... if you see a red cart with "RECAREY" painted in white on the back, stop me and say hello.
@@jreca that’s awesome I will be doing a Bimini trip with subscribers maybe we can meet on one of those trips
@MiamiLiving305 would love to do that, just let me know.
man, i wanna ride that bimini trip with you one day............
What type of boat you got?
Wasnt even white capping. But I gave a thumbs up.... Great video. I want to bring my 32 Regulator down from Savannah to cruise the Bahamas. What time of the year do you recommend?
When it’s not white capping
I sweeear I saw some 5s in there. The GameFish is impressive. Did you ever stuff it?
No I made sure not to trim down much! In these conditions is where the SeaHunt shines
I will be going on the plane from now on LOL wether its good or bad weather
Before the exumas you said you would never ride a small plane look at cha now
All it takes is one bad and unexpected wave, good idea to have lanyard connected to you and safety vest on.
I had the kill switch lanyard on but i do need to get me a safety vest!
I kinda want to move to Southeast Florida. There is so much more to do down there on the water than up here in Northwest Florida. Would love to take family trips to the islands.
South Florida Is where It’s At
LOVE your videos!!!
Thanks Tony happy you enjoy the content!
Great content - we’re headed over for our first crossing on our own 25 - a Yamaha FSH252 (twin jet center console). We’ll be going with at least 6 or 7 other boats. What wave height and increment would you say is my safe max for a 25?
Anything past 4ft will be miserable but you can still make it.
That looks like lake of the woods everyday!
Never been to that lake but I highly doubt any lake will get ocean size waves like they are in the gulf stream
yea that was a bumpy trip, but you handled it well there captain
Thanks Haywood!
The funny thing is what people normally call rough waters in u guys country. It's like normal for us 😊
Yes just like some people think the water is clear where their at intill they see the south Florida/Bahamas waters
henry is a real one 👍👍
Yes he iz
You are one hell of a boatman.
Thanks I try!
Wow that was a thoughtful idea to put them on a plane and your son was probably mad at you cause he wanted to do the crossing with you 😂 but im 12 so I would have no problem to go with my dad and these i kinda like it for some reason 🤷♂️ but i love your content keep up the good work ❤
Yea he was not happy even tho the seaplane is pretty cool but he told me send mom and my sister let me go with you lol
@@MiamiLiving305 lol i would have say the same thing lol
A bad day on the water, is better than a good day at work!
100% agree with that
@miamiliving305 curious as to why the trim was all the way down? Just trying to learn
To keep the bow down like that the boat is not jumping as much. The trim tabs keep the bow pointed down so that it can cut thur the waves instead of jumping over them
Ah, was confused, thought you were showing the motor trim@@MiamiLiving305
In a N or NE wind you would have had a nice, dry, comfortable following sea straight to key largo.....gotta take what the ocean gives you.
Yep she dictates how it’s going to be
yea but why did you choose the wet and bumpy way straight to Miami? You did the same thing on the way to Bimini...you took the long and wet and bumpy way to Bimini.@@MiamiLiving305
Good job bro, say what did you mean no rods on board, do you need some kind of license in the ocean to fish there?
What I mean is FWC just came to say hi because with no rods on board not much for them to look for since we are not fishing.
What date was this crossing?
10/16/2024
Do you ever consider switching to WorldCat? It’s interesting to know your opinion. Great content btw. Keep it up my friend.
Not a fan of Cat I like V bottoms but if I would maybe a invisible cat those look amazing
I'm gonna start calling you james bond. Let me ride on that invisible cat!@@MiamiLiving305
Not shitting on Seahunts as they're great entry boats, but seeing as you can afford the seahunt and that newer cobia, have you ever been on a higher end boat in those conditions? like contender, seavee, invincible etc... its a world of a difference. I've had plenty of hours on all kinds of boats and I can tell you, its worth the difference.
I have been on a yellowfin and hcb before but not in the 30 range I’m sure they run amazing as well as it’s what they are also known for
@@MiamiLiving305 HCB does not compare to those other boats I mentioned. Those are basically a higher end mid tier boat. Basically most boats with a 2 piece construction are inferior to most 3 piece boats.
@@jondoe-du8qf tell me about it I think I could buy 5 sea hunts for the price of that 53 sueños I rode in
@@MiamiLiving305 That's a giant bathtub. I love seahunts, probably my favorite entry level boat.
@@jondoe-du8qf I love my SeaHunt!
Nice vid. I'm at Manatee Bay.
Nice area
@@MiamiLiving305 moving to Stuart waterfront. Too much shallow coral around KL. Will continue to visit friends at ORC via my Piper Saratoga from Witham Field.
@@cbl2996 sounds like a plan
@@MiamiLiving305 lemme know when you’re around either. I’m planning my SeaRay 450 Bristol upgrades to Bimini 1st time soon. Been in the water 50 yrs. Ya, started Very young. Sailing yacht last 26 yrs Marina Del Rey CA. Now up for sale. Tough parting :-(
@@cbl2996 they say the best days of boat ownership is the day you buy it and the day you sell it
Super ruff...no PFDs😢😢😢
should have had one!
@@MiamiLiving305 yes your family deserves you to have one on with the personal epirb attached. Dr. Safety says.
Great video as always.
Peace
@@rea8755 yea if I knew it would have been that rough I for sure would have taken one! Might just buy one and leave it on the boat just in case!
You should wear a life vest (inflatable) I know it can be a pain, but you never know….
Yea if I knew it was gonna be like this I would have brought one
@@MiamiLiving305 I never wore it, but started at an old age 😂
When are you going again?…
In a couple of weeks! Looking for a good weather window!
For a man looking to invest in a bigger boat, I think you might have sold me on the Sea Hunt.
For the price it’s hard to beat
Where’s the link for the villas?
Check pinned comment
Poor Henry..
He’s a trooper and enjoyed it lol
Its a throttle, not an on/off switch.
What time stamp are you referring too?
😬😬😬 really bad weather
Yea nasty out there
I'm curious. Why do you not wear a life jacket? It's not just you, I noticed the same with other ocean going guys. I never see anyone wearing one. Obviously, you guys know something that I don't. What's the reason?
I can not speak for everyone but 3-4ft waves do not worry me enough to put one on. Now Should I be wearing one Yes! I ordered with Santa one of those that only inflate once pulled for safety!
@@MiamiLiving305 If for some reason you ended up in the water and your boat kept going (no kill switch) Do you think you could survive out there very long? I have no doubt that would be the end of me.
I think we all would have the same fate in that situation!@@tonypinckney5957
@@MiamiLiving305 I'd feel a lot better with a jacket on!
Just ordered one
That's not that nasty... and why don't you have your kill switch cable attached?
If it’s not nasty how you are saying why should I have the kill switch cable attached?
@@MiamiLiving305 Are you seriously asking this? You should ALWAYS have the kill switch attached while under way. Please review the USCG guidance on engine cut off switches and cross reference that with FWC regulations.
@@nickwinn please don’t call the feds on me lol
@@MiamiLiving305 It's more about safety than breaking the law. Garmin has been showing off a new system at FLIBS that does the same thing without being physically attached. You should look into it if hooking up the lanyard doesn't work for you.
You driving that boat like you are is insane. As a captain of the boat and your poor friend has put his life in your hands. No life, vests is a very bad decision on your part.
I am kind of crazy and my friend was sitting on the bean bag and giving me the thumbs up! I do agree I should have had a life vest tho I’ll give you that.
Please stop talking to the back of your camera. Your voice is muffled and we can hear what you’re saying. You need a lapel microphone.
I’m not going to wear my wireless mics while getting pounded by the ocean and sea spray.
@@MiamiLiving305 I get it . We just enjoy your channel so much we want to hear what you are saying not read your words . It’s only when you’re not in front of the camera
I will try to a better option@@margekaralis4212
Get a freeman
Not a fan of cats
Hahah you so plainly throw out “get a freeman” as if they’re not extremely overpriced.
Lol@@Anthony-pi6pf
Glad everything went well but really that was not that rough.???
I mean it was not the perfect storm rough but it’s been the roughest trip in the last year that’s for sure!
#seahuntboats this video made me a true believer of the brand! 💯 @seahuntboats
Video don’t lie