Well put guide Clay and a good message for newer boaters. Some years back we made a run from Key West to the Dry Tortugas… maybe 75 miles when all said and done in a 26 ft. bay boat with a 250 Yamaha. Great weather out and super day. A line squall hit us at dusk about 25 miles out of Key West …. wind and seas almost swamped us. Lesson learned. You are spot on as usual!
I spray my brakes, axles and lights with salt wash using a pump up sprayer in the morning after I launch the boat. That way it’s not just cooking in salt water all day while I’m gone.
Hey Clay, throwing a suggestion out there - someone like me who is considering getting into boating would appreciate if you walk us through your routine of cleaning your boats. Do you do right after you filet the fish? How long does it take you? Any best practices you can share? It may be worth doing a entire video about it, which I am sure you can get Un Duz It to sponsor it as well. Just a thought. If you already have a video like this, then disregard. I’m sure I’ll catch that episode sooner rather than later.
Great video Clay, I am always impressed with your knowledge of all things boats, so glad that you can help alot of people out there in the boat world, Choi 🤶🎅😎🐬
Loved the info. I can use it if I shop for a new boat cause I am in the market for one but in the area where I live a center Console makes a whole much difference more than a bay boat anyway thanks a lot for sharing your experiance with us🌹
so new to boating here . open to any comments . I do a majority of freshwater and some river . I am looking at a bay boat . Is there a way to add more seats for people to sit while the boat is moving ? Iy seems that you could only fit 3 comfortablely on a boat like that
Hey Joseph you can definitely have a custom back rest built on the rear. However we use ocean tamer marine bean bags. The most comfortable seat possible!
I just traded my bay boat for a center console primarily because I bait fish for striper so I didn’t need the casting space, wanted to keep my rug rats in the boat and enjoy the extra space!
I have a Triton 240 LTS and was considering adding a t-top. Is there a reason you do not have one one your Pathfinder? Was there a big con that kept you from it? Thanks!
23 foot bay boat (Robalo Cayman) vs. 23 foot center console (Robalo R230). 12in draft vs 19in draft, 15 degree deadrise vs 20 degree deadrise. Does it really make a difference on how skinny I can get to chase bait, or would it be about the same if boat boats have trolling motor mounted? Basically, I want to know how often you've been out chasing bait or going to the sandbar and know you wouldn't be able to make if your draft was more than 14 inches? I know it's a hard question to answer, just want to know what you think from your experience on the water.
Please start bleeding your fish, all you have to do is cut a Gil and leave it in the bait tank or a bucket of water for a few minutes snd every single fish will come out so much better I promise just please give it a try
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Would you mind discussing no T-top decision and length of boat one should consider .
Well put guide Clay and a good message for newer boaters. Some years back we made a run from Key West to the Dry Tortugas… maybe 75 miles when all said and done in a 26 ft. bay boat with a 250 Yamaha. Great weather out and super day. A line squall hit us at dusk about 25 miles out of Key West …. wind and seas almost swamped us. Lesson learned. You are spot on as usual!
I spray my brakes, axles and lights with salt wash using a pump up sprayer in the morning after I launch the boat. That way it’s not just cooking in salt water all day while I’m gone.
Hey Clay, throwing a suggestion out there - someone like me who is considering getting into boating would appreciate if you walk us through your routine of cleaning your boats. Do you do right after you filet the fish? How long does it take you? Any best practices you can share? It may be worth doing a entire video about it, which I am sure you can get Un Duz It to sponsor it as well. Just a thought. If you already have a video like this, then disregard. I’m sure I’ll catch that episode sooner rather than later.
Great video Clay, I am always impressed with your knowledge of all things boats, so glad that you can help alot of people out there in the boat world, Choi 🤶🎅😎🐬
I started out with a sundeck boat - but I'm really enjoying the sedan bridge boat we have now so much more!
Video was great helped me choose what suits me best thanks
Loved the info. I can use it if I shop for a new boat cause I am in the market for one but in the area where I live a center Console makes a whole much difference more than a bay boat anyway thanks a lot for sharing your experiance with us🌹
boston whaler dauntless vs pathfinder which one would you pick?
You're right. This is about as practical as a Spruance Class Destroyer to fish Northern Wisconsin Lakes.
so new to boating here . open to any comments . I do a majority of freshwater and some river . I am looking at a bay boat . Is there a way to add more seats for people to sit while the boat is moving ? Iy seems that you could only fit 3 comfortablely on a boat like that
Hey Joseph you can definitely have a custom back rest built on the rear. However we use ocean tamer marine bean bags. The most comfortable seat possible!
Great video !!!! Takes me away from the grind.
Did you ever consider a cat like Freeman or World Cat?
Lots of room and good shallow runners.
Just curious.
I just traded my bay boat for a center console primarily because I bait fish for striper so I didn’t need the casting space, wanted to keep my rug rats in the boat and enjoy the extra space!
That was funny watching this video, I have that exact boat same color as well.
I have a Triton 240 LTS and was considering adding a t-top. Is there a reason you do not have one one your Pathfinder? Was there a big con that kept you from it? Thanks!
Happy Healthy Christmas and New Year to you and your family : )
23 foot bay boat (Robalo Cayman) vs. 23 foot center console (Robalo R230). 12in draft vs 19in draft, 15 degree deadrise vs 20 degree deadrise. Does it really make a difference on how skinny I can get to chase bait, or would it be about the same if boat boats have trolling motor mounted? Basically, I want to know how often you've been out chasing bait or going to the sandbar and know you wouldn't be able to make if your draft was more than 14 inches? I know it's a hard question to answer, just want to know what you think from your experience on the water.
My favorite boat is my friends boat, Islamorada
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Glad to hear it!
Thank you!
Salt wash and similar products are just white vinegar and blue car wash soap.
Mix your own and save $$$
Have you checked out the Calcutta 263?
Boats are soooo expensive man… any advice!
Great video.. Greetings from Denmark.. 👍
Where is a gods spot to catch dolphin in islamorada
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Have you tried the ocean?
Great video!!!!!
Get the 4x and 5x performance shirts !!!!!!
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Please start bleeding your fish, all you have to do is cut a Gil and leave it in the bait tank or a bucket of water for a few minutes snd every single fish will come out so much better I promise just please give it a try
Given the opportunity , would you consider a 70 to 80 foot cruiser ; ie , Sea Ray etc .