Thank you so very much! My husband passed away and I don't want to stop going to the lake. Although my husband trained me how to do all of this, your video was helpful to give me confidence to go by myself.
Maybe catch a couple videos about tying Dock Lines he didn’t show the correct way and if there’s any waves or wake it will work itself off the Cleat fast 🤦🏻♂️❤️🖖🏼
@@packattack1762before you back your boat down the ramp, take the straps off in back, make sure your drain plug is in, have your boat already loaded with any gear you're bringing. That appears to be the biggest complaint at boat ramps, and the majority of boat ramps will have a staging area to prepare before you get to the ramp. After you load the boat, immediately pull out to a clear area where you are going to unload your boat and prepare it for the drive home. If you're new to boating, do not rush and make a checklist
I use a bit longer rope - 40’ - and tether it to my hitch in front of the ball. I unhook the boat strap BEFORE my feet ever get wet, back in, STOP abruptly, when the boat clears the trailer, I pull forward until the trailer is out of the water. I stop and then take the rope off its tether point and pull the boat in and tie it off or dock it. When I load out, I always back in where my feet can stay dry, pull the boat on, lean over and hook up the strap, climb down my easy-steps and crank it up the last 6 inches. Get in the vehicle and pull it to complete tie down process. Dry feet on the way home=PRICELESS!
I suck at aligning up the boat..I would do it this way but I feel ppl would laugh..although it better than ending up sideways on the trailer 2x now🤦♂️
Most people spend 30k on a boat and fish twice a year. Don't worry about "most people". My grandfather loaded his 18' tri-hull for as long as I can remember just like this. He fished nearly every weekend.
Thank you for posting this video! New boat owner here, first launch, piece of cake, loading.... not so much. Took several attempts to get it on the trailer, and then after pulling away, noticed the boat was off center in the back. Wife and I went out yesterday, and decided to use your rope method for loading and it went 100 times better for me! Was so easy and fast, boat sat on the trailer perfectly! Thanks again!
Trailer was too deep if you wasn't aligned on the trailer. Leave the top of your fenders out of water. Just the very top. I had the same issue. My pops told me this & not had an issue since.
I've been reviewing launch and load techniques for a couple of months now, on and off. This is the most sensible no-frills technique I have seen to date. I'm an old guy and I believe this technique will work fine for me. I'll let you know after my testing the waters, so-to-speak. Thanks for a nice video. Well done.
I unloaded my boat easy but getting it back on was horrible and then I did like you did with the rope. I think I will just do it like that seems alot safer too.
Probably seems nice but- there's a reason ramps are dead you know- unless it's a private or out of the way ramp then it probably means the fishing isn't great.
The worst for us is sturgeon bay. Sometimes there is 8 boats going in and out at once. I remember the first time I backed in a trailer was at that busy ramp. Definitely got a few looks when I had to adjust a few times
My Goodness ! thank you so much for this idea , at 60 I just retired and bought a boat ,I will be truthful I am horrible at launching and retrieving my boat . Your rope idea never occurred to me .
Mark, I just turned 60, bought me a brand new G3 Sportsman 1710 and have literally regretted buying it due to the 30 minute loading time it has taken me. I’ll be trying this. Happy fishing
Best launch & load I've seen yet. I've always tied my rope tether to the boat cleat but will clip to the bow eye from now on. And always drove onto the trailer, and you're right, getting off the boat onto the trailer was always a risk. Like your method much better when you pulled the boat up to within reach and wenched the rest of the way on. Thanks much for the video and the lesson. Will tweak the way I load my boat from now on.
One word of warning, I have a Tacoma and put my tailgate down like that prior to making the tight turn to get the truck pointed the right direction to back the boat in, and the top of my tailgate now has two dent/puncture marks where the winch handle made contact. I leave the tailgate up until the truck is facing the right direction and ready to back down the ramp. Something else I learned is after taking the strap off the boat, you want the winch handle down low so it's out of the way as the boat floats off and the rope plays out from the truck bed, otherwise the rope can get fouled up in the winch handle. Everything else I do just like you did it. I can get the boat in or out in about 90 seconds now. Nice video.
That's how iv always loaded up but that was 25 years ago and just got a old pos and needed a refresher of the way I use to load. Now I remember. Fish on.
Thank you my friend , my first launch was successful because of this video. Now I do it exactly the way you do it every time and I have no problems. Thank you very much .
You are right, lots of people might laugh about it but i believe this has been the safest way to retrieve your boat. I'm a rookie and this has been a life saver for me.. Good job boss... I'm following your channel now. Don't hear the haters....
This is the way I loaded and unloaded until I finally trusted myself to drive on. I now let the conditions dictate how I launch and retrieve. Thanks for the video, especially for a guy who is getting "a little older". 😋
@@TackleJunky81 GREAT VIDEO my brother in law and i bought a 1989 ranger with 150hp evinrude in excellent condition last year 2019 just before winter took it out alot this year and this video makes it look easy if we go on our own with it we dont have a power pole and my son who works at Cabelas in the fishing dept keeps insisting we get one lol practice makes perfect PEACE AND GOD BLESS FROM CHICAGO!!
Yup a week later and I'm in and out the water with no assistance been taking my boat out in the morning and sometimes the evenings this method boost my confidence 1000% no doubt. Thank God!!🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣
Great point you brought up, I just turned 61 (Still think Im 25 in my head), but, a sciatic nerve problem in my left leg has put the quietis on climbing and jumping into and out of boats etc. for the last 7 years or so. This technique has worked well for me for 50 years even back helping my Daddy years ago. Great video, thanks for sharing.
one suggestion for folks to consider..... having had a serious back and knee injury. i had to come up with fail safes in many things. for my boat, i designed a simple later that attaches to my trailer. it simply slides into place for use. and folds up and stores on the boat very nicely :) also replaced the wench with an electric one. i can literally pull my boat out while barely getting my trailers wheels wet, lol...
Just got my boat a week ago. First time owner. I was watching tons of videos and still worried about it until the rope method! OMG this is game changing and I’m loving it!
I unload this way but never really thought of loading like that. I'm going to have to give it try, from a safety stand point it sure is a lot better I have seen a few people step onto that trailer and their foot slip and slam right in to the concrete pad. Thanks for a great video
We all do it from time to time. Even experienced boaters. It's why I have a step built onto the front of my trailer. It helps. That still hasn't stopped me from slipping like a fool on the algae covered ramp though. In fact, I just did it a couple of weeks ago. Best to just roll with it and get wet than try to fight it and hurt something.
two minor things to help you ,1 .wet your bunks all the way and 2. back in until just the top of your fender are peaking out,makes it all easier to crank it up .
Loading with the rope just made it 100 times more easier!!!! Thanks for the best tip for loading my boat!! I was having so much trouble driving the boat on my trailer! Problem solved thanks again!
@@TackleJunky81 forgot to ask? How long is your rig? You think this method will work as well for my 20ft Procraft? Son and I are heading to an electric only lake!
@@fastedjuan247 This Tracker is 17'10" I believe, but I sold it and now own a Crestliner XF 189 which is 18'9" and I launch and load the same way with zero issues.
Thanks you so much ,I’m. 73 yo and I got a nice boat I worried about doing this but you made it look so simple you will never know what you just did for me. Thanks again 🙏🏻
Great video, awesome idea!! Have you tried this in a 20 mph wind? You're absolutely correct, I'm not as agile as I used to be. Thanks for your anticipated reply.
Thank you Gary! Yes, I've done this in wind...it's the only way I load my boat. If it's windy I make sure the boat is extra close to the trailer before I push it away from the dock.
I will pick up my first boat tomorrow and have no idea about anything, this was the first part and your video works perfect for the lake we want to go. Thank you for sharing
No, I didn't have the boat straight enough with enough power to move me forward onto the trailer and the wind blew me off course. My son usually would trailer the boat for me so I was inexperienced.
Apparently as of 2 minutes ago I watch both of you. Been watching 618 for several months. 618, are you with Tracker XL, thinking I’m going to start there?
Thanks for sharing this video and instructions on loading and launching your boat solo, I'm one of the older guys you spoke of that was struggling with the idea of getting on and off the boat . Wow, you have made it so safe and easy. 😊
I've loaded the boat by having a rope tied to the front of the boat and the back, me in the middle I can steer the boat because I have control over the front and back (I'm on the dock walking the boat).I still have control in the wind. at my launch it's so busy we don't land the boat that close to the ramp. we land it on the other side of the dock. and boy do I not like it when there are people waiting and watching me!!
I've used this method many, many times. It's a necessary method on smaller lakes that do not allow you to use your outboard. Your meticulous attention to the step by step process in order to facilitate a flawless execution is not only appreciated but also admired. All the newbies should be grateful they found this no nonsense, educational video. However this method is a mega bitch on a windy day 🤣
I came across your video. EXCELLENT to say the least. My son and I just bought a Tracker. I'm 72 so, you made this really simple for my needs at least. I don't have a power pole so I will need to just tie the boat off. Thanks for doing this for those of us that like the simple things in life.
Thank you for this specific video. Ive had my boat for 4mo considered power loading but feel more comfortable this way. Glad I'm not the only one. Question, when winter comes what waders/boots are you using for this?
As a female first time boat owner going solo. This was something I was worried about. This video makes it seem easy and less intimidating. Thanks for sharing. I can’t wait to take my Carolina Skiff out for some fishing.
When your backing start out straight. Watch your mirrors both sides (not the rear view on the windshield) Which ever side you see more boat on, turn towards its. Think of backing it straight and turn towards your trouble. More boat on the left, turn the wheel to the left. More boat to the right, turn to the right. Just turn towards your trouble. 😉
If I may. If you noticed in the video, Junky has his tail gate down. I cannot tell you enough how much this will help you to learn to back your boat down a ramp. And when you go to recover your boat, it helps to see the trailer. I do it all the time.
I just recently purchased a TRACKER Classic XL and I two will be alone most of the time and so your instructions on launching and loading are going to be invaluable THANKS
You know you're such an ass, but for people who get to the age where there's no one else that's going to go out there with them to launch the boat this video is priceless.
@@jknga5869 I would search some other videos my man. You are going to be in big trouble when you go to literally any other boat ramp under any other conditions. Busy boat ramp, no dock, windy. Now what? I think you get my drift. This is a great method for a ramp with no other boats, with boat dock right next to it, on a calm day.
I have watched multiple videos, and this way by far is not only the easiest solo launch, but since there is always a rope connected to the boat, I'd say even in windy weather it's functional. Subscribed
Don't you have people picnicking at your boat ramp?Seems like every time I load and unload my boat there are half a dozen people with coolers setting by the ramp just to watch. My boat is to heavy to winch on that far so I need to power load mine. 95% of the time I am by myself so we all need our routine to make it easier. Thanks for sharing yours.
Smart man. I will do the same when I get my boat. Being alone on the water is the only way to go. Peace and Quiet is why a lot of us go fishing. No one out there to pester us!
I really like that technique. Nobodies trying to stay steady next to a doc for people to jump in or out. No motoring up with the engine running, prop strikes, random float always etc. It’s seemless. Thanks. 👍
I will be using this method idc if people laugh this way is easy and safe for me. I've seen alot of people trucks get stuck or like you said they bang the crap out the trailer with the boat. Thank you for this video can't wait to purchase my first boat. Right now my first step is getting a truck then the boat thanks again brother 🙏🏽
Just got a 15 ft fishing boat, I have no idea how to launch. Thanks to people like you for posting this great video!!! The video was very helpful!!! Thank you!!!
Nice video I just subscribed and liked Exactly how I do it with my Jon boat…. My Jon boat is only a 12 footer with 6 hp and now mount but it really works fine for my needs Good job
Just launched my first boat using this method. We really as planned so easy. I tried a different method of loading because of congestion at the ramp...did’t go very well. I will use your method going forward .thanks for the tips
Great calm, well spoken and informative instruction. You went slow and explained what and why you were doing and the safety and patience of this method vs people who get all in a hurry and cocky and power up and wreck things is a huge plus. 👍
TackleJunky81 👍🏼 I’ve had a boat in the past and used a somewhat similar method. Looking at getting one again when things settle out - so I just keep looking at a lot of different things and came across this and watched to see if I could pick up a hint or two... this for sure is helpful. Especially if people watching have NEVER had to single hand something. Perfect execution in my opinion. 👍🏼 Hopefully anyone who watched remembers the most important hint - check that PLUG 3x. Hahaha. As a different note I suggest always having a second one ON the boat for emergencies or whatever the heck. Anyhow - thanks again for the vid. 👍🏼
Thanks for the video. We have 14 foot bass boat. I tried the power loading once or twice, until I saw your video. This is how I have been doing in since. I would rather put on my boots and stand in the water than try to climb on a wet trailer tongue.
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I’ve watched this video 3 times and today I launched and loaded my first boat for the first time thanks for sharing this video
My pleasure! Glad it worked for you!
Thank you so very much! My husband passed away and I don't want to stop going to the lake. Although my husband trained me how to do all of this, your video was helpful to give me confidence to go by myself.
So sorry for your loss. Appreciate you watching!
Got my first boat, and this was something I was worried about. Thanks for making it easy to follow along.
My pleasure!
I’m with you lots to learn.
Maybe catch a couple videos about tying Dock Lines he didn’t show the correct way and if there’s any waves or wake it will work itself off the Cleat fast 🤦🏻♂️❤️🖖🏼
I’ll be a new boat owner this week. I’m actually more nervous about boater loading/unloading etiquete. If there is such a thing 🤷♂️
@@packattack1762before you back your boat down the ramp, take the straps off in back, make sure your drain plug is in, have your boat already loaded with any gear you're bringing. That appears to be the biggest complaint at boat ramps, and the majority of boat ramps will have a staging area to prepare before you get to the ramp. After you load the boat, immediately pull out to a clear area where you are going to unload your boat and prepare it for the drive home. If you're new to boating, do not rush and make a checklist
I use a bit longer rope - 40’ - and tether it to my hitch in front of the ball. I unhook the boat strap BEFORE my feet ever get wet, back in, STOP abruptly, when the boat clears the trailer, I pull forward until the trailer is out of the water. I stop and then take the rope off its tether point and pull the boat in and tie it off or dock it. When I load out, I always back in where my feet can stay dry, pull the boat on, lean over and hook up the strap, climb down my easy-steps and crank it up the last 6 inches. Get in the vehicle and pull it to complete tie down process. Dry feet on the way home=PRICELESS!
Been loading and unloading my boat exactly the same way as this for over 20 years now, safer and easier.
I suck at aligning up the boat..I would do it this way but I feel ppl would laugh..although it better than ending up sideways on the trailer 2x now🤦♂️
Most people spend 30k on a boat and fish twice a year. Don't worry about "most people". My grandfather loaded his 18' tri-hull for as long as I can remember just like this. He fished nearly every weekend.
Thanks for sharing, I needed this lesson! 🙃👍
I’m honestly really nervous about doing it by myself. This video helps a lot!
Thank you for posting this video! New boat owner here, first launch, piece of cake, loading.... not so much. Took several attempts to get it on the trailer, and then after pulling away, noticed the boat was off center in the back. Wife and I went out yesterday, and decided to use your rope method for loading and it went 100 times better for me! Was so easy and fast, boat sat on the trailer perfectly! Thanks again!
My pleasure buddy!
Failure to center is often a result of backing in too far. You only need about half the bunks underwater on carpeted bunks for most V-hull boats.
Trailer was too deep if you wasn't aligned on the trailer. Leave the top of your fenders out of water. Just the very top. I had the same issue. My pops told me this & not had an issue since.
I've been reviewing launch and load techniques for a couple of months now, on and off. This is the most sensible no-frills technique I have seen to date. I'm an old guy and I believe this technique will work fine for me. I'll let you know after my testing the waters, so-to-speak. Thanks for a nice video. Well done.
My pleasure buddy. Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching! 👊
I unloaded my boat easy but getting it back on was horrible and then I did like you did with the rope. I think I will just do it like that seems alot safer too.
It would be amazing to have access to a ramp that dead!! Holy crap!!
It is nice...fishing could be better though, lol
Probably seems nice but- there's a reason ramps are dead you know- unless it's a private or out of the way ramp then it probably means the fishing isn't great.
The worst for us is sturgeon bay. Sometimes there is 8 boats going in and out at once. I remember the first time I backed in a trailer was at that busy ramp. Definitely got a few looks when I had to adjust a few times
Can't even imagine having a ramp the dead and that low to the water.
@@679iceman the Green Bay metro launch isn't much better, now that they're down to 2 docks.
My Goodness ! thank you so much for this idea , at 60 I just retired and bought a boat ,I will be truthful I am horrible at launching and retrieving my boat . Your rope idea never occurred to me .
My pleasure Mark!
Mark, I just turned 60, bought me a brand new G3 Sportsman 1710 and have literally regretted buying it due to the 30 minute loading time it has taken me. I’ll be trying this. Happy fishing
Exactly how I was taught by my grandfather to load and unload the boat. Proven by years of knowledge. Good video.
Appreciate you watching!
Thanks. I’m 76 and appreciate your guidance to folks like me.
Best launch & load I've seen yet. I've always tied my rope tether to the boat cleat but will clip to the bow eye from now on. And always drove onto the trailer, and you're right, getting off the boat onto the trailer was always a risk. Like your method much better when you pulled the boat up to within reach and wenched the rest of the way on. Thanks much for the video and the lesson. Will tweak the way I load my boat from now on.
Appreciate the comment Lenny! Thanks for watching bud!
And it better for the ramp, does create slit and bottom debris from power load
One word of warning, I have a Tacoma and put my tailgate down like that prior to making the tight turn to get the truck pointed the right direction to back the boat in, and the top of my tailgate now has two dent/puncture marks where the winch handle made contact. I leave the tailgate up until the truck is facing the right direction and ready to back down the ramp. Something else I learned is after taking the strap off the boat, you want the winch handle down low so it's out of the way as the boat floats off and the rope plays out from the truck bed, otherwise the rope can get fouled up in the winch handle. Everything else I do just like you did it. I can get the boat in or out in about 90 seconds now. Nice video.
Appreciate you watching buddy!
It's always amazing how these videos are made with no one else at the ramp.....
Gotta go on week days.
Week days buddy!
Even the busiest ramps are dead mon-thurs and some even friday mornings.
That's got to be the best way to do that thank you so very much
My pleasure! 👊
That's how iv always loaded up but that was 25 years ago and just got a old pos and needed a refresher of the way I use to load. Now I remember. Fish on.
Thank you my friend , my first launch was successful because of this video. Now I do it exactly the way you do it every time and I have no problems. Thank you very much .
Right on brother! 👊
Always good to have refresher on boat launching for new boat owners and experienced boat owners. 👍🏻
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You are right, lots of people might laugh about it but i believe this has been the safest way to retrieve your boat. I'm a rookie and this has been a life saver for me.. Good job boss... I'm following your channel now. Don't hear the haters....
Appreciate you brother! 👊
This is the way I loaded and unloaded until I finally trusted myself to drive on. I now let the conditions dictate how I launch and retrieve. Thanks for the video, especially for a guy who is getting "a little older". 😋
My pleasure Wes.
Great demonstration, no filler, no fluff, strictly business.
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That’s so crazy. I was literally looking for videos on how to launch your boat and here you are dropping a video. Haha. Thanks
My pleasure! 👊💪
@@TackleJunky81 GREAT VIDEO my brother in law and i bought a 1989 ranger with 150hp evinrude in excellent condition last year 2019 just before winter took it out alot this year and this video makes it look easy if we go on our own with it we dont have a power pole and my son who works at Cabelas in the fishing dept keeps insisting we get one lol practice makes perfect PEACE AND GOD BLESS FROM CHICAGO!!
@@iamkazie9401 Thank you and I appreciate the comment!
I just retired (I'm 71) and bought a 17' Boston Whaler to fish Long Island Sound. This video was invaluable! Thanks so much.
Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching! 👊
Just bought my first boat 2 days ago and this seems so simple to load and unload this should work great for me as a first time boat owner 👍🏻👌
Appreciate you watching! 👊
Best unload and reloading boat video on TH-cam! To the point and even dummies can do with ease following your instructions. Make more videos!
Appreciate the comment...thanks so much! 👊💪
I appreciate you sharing your method, I'm going to try this since im usually loading and unloading solo. Another great video buddy.
My pleasure, Bill! Thanks for watching! 👊💪
It's not that hard you can read my comments
Thanks for the refresher course I like this way , better and safer 👍
Appreciate you watching! 👊
Yes I will be trying this method cant drive the boat on my trailer every time thanks bud💯
My pleasure! 👊
Yup a week later and I'm in and out the water with no assistance been taking my boat out in the morning and sometimes the evenings this method boost my confidence 1000% no doubt. Thank God!!🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣
Great point you brought up, I just turned 61 (Still think Im 25 in my head), but, a sciatic nerve problem in my left leg has put the quietis on climbing and jumping into and out of boats etc. for the last 7 years or so. This technique has worked well for me for 50 years even back helping my Daddy years ago. Great video, thanks for sharing.
Right on! Appreciate you watching! 👊
one suggestion for folks to consider..... having had a serious back and knee injury. i had to come up with fail safes in many things. for my boat, i designed a simple later that attaches to my trailer. it simply slides into place for use. and folds up and stores on the boat very nicely :)
also replaced the wench with an electric one. i can literally pull my boat out while barely getting my trailers wheels wet, lol...
I would some info on that ladder!
Just got my boat a week ago. First time owner. I was watching tons of videos and still worried about it until the rope method! OMG this is game changing and I’m loving it!
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Thanks for the video - you made my first solo outing a complete success! YEAH!!!!
That's awesome, so glad to hear it! 👊💪
Very impressed with your style. Being an old guy and having to go fishing alone the majority of the time, your way is excellent!
Thank you and I appreciate you watching! 👊
I unload this way but never really thought of loading like that. I'm going to have to give it try, from a safety stand point it sure is a lot better I have seen a few people step onto that trailer and their foot slip and slam right in to the concrete pad. Thanks for a great video
My pleasure!
We all do it from time to time. Even experienced boaters. It's why I have a step built onto the front of my trailer. It helps. That still hasn't stopped me from slipping like a fool on the algae covered ramp though. In fact, I just did it a couple of weeks ago. Best to just roll with it and get wet than try to fight it and hurt something.
Nobody laugh you when doing it that way, everything is perfectly thought in mind for a complete & reliable process. Thumbs up
Appreciate the comment!
I’m a disabled vet and I’ve been struggling to launch without help, your video was great.
Thank you!
I watched this video 4 years ago and now im buying a bass boat this week and this is extremely helpful. thank you.
My pleasure and I appreciate you watching! 👊
two minor things to help you ,1 .wet your bunks all the way and 2. back in until just the top of your fender are peaking out,makes it all easier to crank it up .
Loading with the rope just made it 100 times more easier!!!! Thanks for the best tip for loading my boat!! I was having so much trouble driving the boat on my trailer! Problem solved thanks again!
My pleasure and thanks for watching!
Thanks Sir, you make it look so easy! Hopefully it'll look like I know what I'm doing, when my son isn't there to help! Very informative! Great video!
My pleasure Freddie!
@@TackleJunky81 forgot to ask? How long is your rig? You think this method will work as well for my 20ft Procraft? Son and I are heading to an electric only lake!
@@fastedjuan247 This Tracker is 17'10" I believe, but I sold it and now own a Crestliner XF 189 which is 18'9" and I launch and load the same way with zero issues.
@@TackleJunky81 awesome!!! Thanks again for a great video, and quick response! Happy fishing!
Thanks you so much ,I’m. 73 yo and I got a nice boat I worried about doing this but you made it look so simple you will never know what you just did for me. Thanks again 🙏🏻
My pleasure Albert!
Great video, awesome idea!! Have you tried this in a 20 mph wind? You're absolutely correct, I'm not as agile as I used to be. Thanks for your anticipated reply.
Thank you Gary! Yes, I've done this in wind...it's the only way I load my boat. If it's windy I make sure the boat is extra close to the trailer before I push it away from the dock.
@@TackleJunky81 Boat hook is great to use too.
I will pick up my first boat tomorrow and have no idea about anything, this was the first part and your video works perfect for the lake we want to go. Thank you for sharing
Congrats on your new boat! Appreciate you watching! 👊
Appreciate this, watching this helped me my first time! Gave me the confidence to do this on my own.
My pleasure!
I've been using your rope method now and it works great for me. People at the ramp appreciate it too. Thanks for the video.
My pleasure buddy!
I’ve always loaded this way too. Might be old school but I never scuffed my boat.
Good point as well.
Yes I chipped my prop trying to get on the trailer in the wind.
No, I didn't have the boat straight enough with enough power to move me forward onto the trailer and the wind blew me off course. My son usually would trailer the boat for me so I was inexperienced.
Exactly I’m old school
Holy Smokes! Love this idea. And I have already looked up the Boat Buckles!
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My process is not nearly as graceful and thought out as yours haha. I need those buckles
🤣😜🤣 Thanks for watching, brother! When are we gonna hook up for a video?
I watch both of you guys, thanks for sharing.
Apparently as of 2 minutes ago I watch both of you. Been watching 618 for several months. 618, are you with Tracker XL, thinking I’m going to start there?
The older you get, the more you need the buckles. 😊
Thanks for sharing this video and instructions on loading and launching your boat solo, I'm one of the older guys you spoke of that was struggling with the idea of getting on and off the boat . Wow, you have made it so safe and easy. 😊
My pleasure buddy and I appreciate the comment!
I've loaded the boat by having a rope tied to the front of the boat and the back, me in the middle I can steer the boat because I have control over the front and back (I'm on the dock walking the boat).I still have control in the wind. at my launch it's so busy we don't land the boat that close to the ramp. we land it on the other side of the dock. and boy do I not like it when there are people waiting and watching me!!
Most people are not patient at all at the ramps unfortunately.
Easiest video for me so far. Me and my cousin are getting a boat together and this video really calmed me down. Ima try this method first thanks!
My pleasure! 👊
That’s how I do it myself also when I out on my own 👍🏻
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Wow, I am going to launch my boat for the first time tomorrow by myself, so glad I found your video, you make it so much easier for me. Thanks.
My pleasure! 👊
I've used this method many, many times. It's a necessary method on smaller lakes that do not allow you to use your outboard. Your meticulous attention to the step by step process in order to facilitate a flawless execution is not only appreciated but also admired.
All the newbies should be grateful they found this no nonsense, educational video.
However this method is a mega bitch on a windy day 🤣
I really appreciate the comment and thanks for watching Harry 🤣 it can be a bit tougher on a windy day!
I came across your video. EXCELLENT to say the least. My son and I just bought a Tracker. I'm 72 so, you made this really simple for my needs at least. I don't have a power pole so I will need to just tie the boat off. Thanks for doing this for those of us that like the simple things in life.
Congrats on your new boat! Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching! 👊
Thank you for this specific video. Ive had my boat for 4mo considered power loading but feel more comfortable this way. Glad I'm not the only one. Question, when winter comes what waders/boots are you using for this?
You're welcome! I wear tall rubber boots that I can just slip on and off.
Just got a boat, first one in years! I will definitely be going alone and this is a great idea because I am old! Thanks bud! 👍
Right on! 👊
Great job man. Great info. I love the technique, especially loading. Thank you. I learned alot. Got a like and a sub from me.
Much appreciated brother!
As a female first time boat owner going solo. This was something I was worried about. This video makes it seem easy and less intimidating. Thanks for sharing. I can’t wait to take my Carolina Skiff out for some fishing.
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I drive on. And power load.
It's rougher on the boat and harder to jump on off the trailer. Rope is so easy and use the winch for what it's made for
im older now and im beginning to have problems loading and unloading my bass boat,so im going to try using your way.thanks so much.
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It's how I do it, but sometimes I have a bad time getting the ass end of the boat centered up on the trailer when I'm loading it up
Trailer is too deep, try less deep and winch/drive on
Get a second line and a pole with a boat hook
love this approach. calm and easy. i don't drive it on, too many ways it can go sideways.
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The hard part is backing the boat in especially if you have a steep long ramp
The more you go the better you'll get. Thanks for watching!
When your backing start out straight. Watch your mirrors both sides (not the rear view on the windshield) Which ever side you see more boat on, turn towards its. Think of backing it straight and turn towards your trouble. More boat on the left, turn the wheel to the left. More boat to the right, turn to the right. Just turn towards your trouble. 😉
If I may. If you noticed in the video, Junky has his tail gate down. I cannot tell you enough how much this will help you to learn to back your boat down a ramp. And when you go to recover your boat, it helps to see the trailer. I do it all the time.
Yup....tailgate open...mirrors....boat left steer left...boat right steer right...put in NEUTRAL...that is the KEY....slow and control.
I just recently purchased a TRACKER Classic XL and I two will be alone most of the time and so your instructions on launching
and loading are going to be invaluable THANKS
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Jesus Christ, finally someone with a ram
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I have to thank you for making it easy, safe and effective. I was doing it the hard way.
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No other boats, no wind and an actual dock. Should work every time in those conditions. Easy peesy. LOL.
You know you're such an ass, but for people who get to the age where there's no one else that's going to go out there with them to launch the boat this video is priceless.
For someone who has never owned a boat, a video like this is priceless.
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Yeah I need to watch some more videos! Thanks
@@jknga5869 I would search some other videos my man. You are going to be in big trouble when you go to literally any other boat ramp under any other conditions. Busy boat ramp, no dock, windy. Now what? I think you get my drift. This is a great method for a ramp with no other boats, with boat dock right next to it, on a calm day.
I have watched multiple videos, and this way by far is not only the easiest solo launch, but since there is always a rope connected to the boat, I'd say even in windy weather it's functional. Subscribed
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Don't you have people picnicking at your boat ramp?Seems like every time I load and unload my boat there are half a dozen people with coolers setting by the ramp just to watch.
My boat is to heavy to winch on that far so I need to power load mine. 95% of the time I am by myself so we all need our routine to make it easier. Thanks for sharing yours.
Lol, usually there are a few with popcorn and drinks. Thanks for watching, brother! 👊💪
Smart man. I will do the same when I get my boat. Being alone on the water is the only way to go. Peace and
Quiet is why a lot of us go fishing. No one out there to pester us!
Agreed!
This? Not so great in the river, current, chop, wind.
It's a perfect video for a beginner fisherman fishing from a boat, thank you very much
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I really like that technique. Nobodies trying to stay steady next to a doc for people to jump in or out. No motoring up with the engine running, prop strikes, random float always etc. It’s seemless. Thanks. 👍
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I just bought a 2022 Tahoe 1950. Its my first ever boat. After watching dozen videos, I'll definitely use your idea. Thanks
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I will be using this method idc if people laugh this way is easy and safe for me. I've seen alot of people trucks get stuck or like you said they bang the crap out the trailer with the boat. Thank you for this video can't wait to purchase my first boat. Right now my first step is getting a truck then the boat thanks again brother 🙏🏽
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Thanks for downloading this useful guide as I am new to boating and concerned how to manage this all myself.
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You also have a light boat and slick bunks. Makes this type of loading nice and easy. Nice job.
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Sir, that’s genius the way you pull the boat on the trailer! Thanks for sharing!!
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Thank you for posting this. I ordered a Tracker this week and will be mainly fishing on my own. This video is a huge help.
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Best lunching and docking tutorials. It really helped me when I started boating a month ago. Thanks!
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Just got a 15 ft fishing boat, I have no idea how to launch. Thanks to people like you for posting this great video!!! The video was very helpful!!! Thank you!!!
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Yeah, just got my first bass boat, launching it for the first time this weekend!!! I'm doing it like that for sure!!!
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Love the rope part! I do it both way but prefer the way you do it as well. Thanks for sharing!
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Nice video
I just subscribed and liked
Exactly how I do it with my Jon boat…. My Jon boat is only a 12 footer with 6 hp and now mount but it really works fine for my needs
Good job
I just bought my first boat and your process look like the mist logical I have seen while researching how to do boating. Thank you.
My pleasure Mark!
Just launched my first boat using this method. We really as planned so easy. I tried a different method of loading because of congestion at the ramp...did’t go very well. I will use your method going forward .thanks for the tips
@@timwilson3069 No problem Tim!
This is exactly how I've done it for the past ten years. Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure Jerry!
This video just made me look like a pro in are crazy boat rage busy docks , we wont discuss my previous load attempts. Thanks for the help
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Great video. I’m an older first time boat owner and this way makes more sense to me
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Can’t believe I never thought of the truck rope trick. Thanks, God bless you.
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*This is just PURE GENIUS with the bow rope!* I'm a first time boater and launch myself. This video takes the anxiety over it!
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Great calm, well spoken and informative instruction. You went slow and explained what and why you were doing and the safety and patience of this method vs people who get all in a hurry and cocky and power up and wreck things is a huge plus. 👍
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I’ve had a boat in the past and used a somewhat similar method. Looking at getting one again when things settle out - so I just keep looking at a lot of different things and came across this and watched to see if I could pick up a hint or two... this for sure is helpful. Especially if people watching have NEVER had to single hand something. Perfect execution in my opinion. 👍🏼
Hopefully anyone who watched remembers the most important hint - check that PLUG 3x. Hahaha. As a different note I suggest always having a second one ON the boat for emergencies or whatever the heck.
Anyhow - thanks again for the vid. 👍🏼
Thanks for the video. We have 14 foot bass boat. I tried the power loading once or twice, until I saw your video. This is how I have been doing in since. I would rather put on my boots and stand in the water than try to climb on a wet trailer tongue.
Right on! 👊
went out today first time on the boat alone tried this method awesome thanks
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Got my first boat and going to give this way a try. it's a smaller boat but the principals sound the same. Good video
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That is what I have imagined how to do it...thanks for the practical approach
I unload the same way. but I drive it on my trailer. your way is great too. to each his own. have a great summer
Thanks, this put me one step closer to buying a boat. I live in a gated community and we have a private ramp and a dock.
I like it. I have a 17 foot bass tracker with trolling motor only and this will simplify loading it.
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