Okay all you fishing pros out there: we do slow the boat down when we get a fish on. We've tried heaving to in the past but the fish always gets off. We try to set the hook but may not be that good at it yet. We're still learning but we are getting better and landing more fish! Re: our PFDs: we did purchase nice offshore PFDs before we left for the Bahamas but the cartridges were over 2 years out of date. We took them back and tried to get more, but everything had out of date cartridges. So as soon as we can get some that will actually work, we're going to get them.
Sorry guys, I'm not gonna read all the replies, and not the best fisherman. The replies i did read sound good, but i would throw a "circle hook" on that and try it. The circle hook by design will set the hook as the fish pulls it. Worth a try.
To be honest you have improved to the point that you are landing some fish, well done! However as I posted on previous videos where you were losing fish the main problem is not setting the hook effectively, if the rod is staying in that holder while you are initially reeling it in, you cant set the hook with the rod in that holder, its impossible to do so. If you look at it this way, when a fish grabs your lure it may hook itself, but more often it just grabs hold of it, meaning it can just as easily spit it out, this can be immediately, or after it's first long run, simply because it is just holding it and not really hooked! what you should try is this, as the fish takes the lure and runs, get the rod out of the holder immediately and give it a definite strike, pulling the rod tip up to at least 45 degrees, yes you may bump some fish off on this strike, but you wont then waste the time you are, only to lose the fish anyway, when it spits the hook. If you break off your lure instead of either hooking or bumping fish off when you strike, then your tackle is not heavy enough for the job. Boat speed it not a problem if your tackle is up to the job. Landing fish is where most are lost, you need to get them on the boat as quickly as possible, you should also either buy or make three things, a gaff to hook fish, a harpoon (broom handle or similar with a metal spike, spearing is sometimes more effective than gaffing and a baton or club to quickly stun/kill the fish once they are on the boat. these three items should have lanyards attaching them to the boat so you don't lose them. Hook it, get it to the boat as quickly as possible, gaff or spear it, then club it.
you know there are certain limits on where to park and it will raise in prices if your boat is long... some marina double their prices when they see a cat.. and its big unlike other boats.. i know the cat is very comfort friendly but the price in parking is not good same as an RV. if you have bigger RV means you need to pay for the bigger in parking space but you are comfortable unlike the sea marina offers safety and sewage extraction and info. their are a lot to deal with.
As a serious salt water/deep sea and a fly fisherman, I suggest you take the pole out of the pole holder and 'set the hook' hard and deep, pull up FAST AND HARD on it! The speed of your boat is not hard enough of a pull/tention to sink those large hook, sometimes you gotta get it in the bone for it to hold and sink the barb in, thats the part that keep the hook from coming loose (also check your hook to make sure it is sharp and not damaged. I sharpen/reshapen my hooks each time i use it). Fish also like to 'run out' then turn and run in toward the boat to loosen the line so they can shake it off, having the pole out of the holder will allow you to pick up his slack faster than just winding on the reel, almost 3x faster not to mention easier. Remember, pump up, reel down and always lie about the size of the fish you caught to your friends. :D
Ro, quick question for you. I've been fishing all my life (mostly inshore but some offshore as well), and I've personally found that more often than not when I set the hook hard I tend to pull the hook out of the fish's mouth and lose it. Is there something I'm doing wrong here? I shy away from setting a hook hard or even setting it at all in most cases, because of this.
Can you imagine the two of you watching this video of yourselves pounding through the waves, out of sight of land in 5000 feet of water when you were still in the RV, or sitting at our dining room table in Burlington? You've come a long way...you're confident sailors now. Well done!
you need to set the hook. take your rod out of the holder. hold the rid 45degrees and the pull up really hard so the rod is 90degrees. Called setting the hook.. your hook isnt going through the lip unless you do this. they just spit the hook. as well you should keep the rod out of the holder so you can feel the tension and move your rod down and reel while pulling then up and reel really fast when tension comes off. you will do much better this way
I just want you both to know how much I enjoy your videos. I have followed you for years and want to thank you for opening your lives to all of us. Keep trying with the fishing. You will figure it out.
We just binge-watched a ton of your episodes in bed as a family this morning. It was fab. Thanks for show ALL sides of the cruising life, the fun, the fails, and the learning. Maybe someday we'll cross paths! Love from the Costa Campos
Another really amazing episode. My daughter and I look forward to every new episode and really enjoy watching you two live out your dreams. We are both hoping we can get some Caribbean catamaran sailing adventures in our life sooner than later. Keep up the great work!!
So pleasant to watch, thanks again! And message to all these "safety inclined" guys. Wynns live and enjoy their lives at fullest (using safety equipment only when really necessary), as opposed to those who make their own lives miserable and worthless, using all sorts of safety equipment, buying all sorts of insurance, even for underwear, taking no responsibility for anything etc etc. So either enjoy these videos or find other channel, where people wear PFD 100% of the time. It's simple. It's really irritating to read these advises 1000 times. Are you waiting for Wynns to become really tired of this and lock comments section altogether?
Just a thought: next time you get a half a fish try throwing a bigger hook on it and see what you get. I snagged a goliath grouper once with a 16" snapper. He took it like 5 feet from the boat and scarred me. I didn't get to keep it because he spit the fish and hook out. It was fun though. Also, I really enjoyed the tone of the video. Keep it up!
Everyone already gave my answer of stopping the boat.... saw this on another channel... but you guys are my favorite. My husband and I are looking for our first RV! Life will be so different. I am rewatching all your RV vlogs and wait each week for your knew sailing vlogs. Thanks for showing the world that there is more to life than the 9-5, work to pay for everything that you might not even want if you really think about it and a little adventure makes life so much more fun.
Hello, I just wanted to thank you guys for your videos. I've been watching them for a while now and they have definitely helped in my own families learning curve, from both your RV experiences and sailing. I've just visited your patreon website, please keep up the great work.
Could you have imagined you'd be now be sailing these seas, back when you first took sailing lessons? It feels like yesterday you guys first set sail and it's amazing to see how far you've come!
Hi There I enjoy your videos and been following you all the way from when your bought your wonderful Catamaran . Hope you are doing fine and enjoying life as usual . Thanks for all your great advices on the cat. I'm an educated sports fisher and like to give you some good advice to. 1. Change bait till you start catching the fish you want on the table. ( both colour and different shapes ) 2. Change dept on the bait , different fish strikes differently. 3. Change your hug till 3 hugs and keep them sharp. 4. When you got a strike, strike back, so the hug will stay inside the mouth of the fish. 5. Reduce your speed when you get a strike , you go much to fast to fight a big fish. 6. secure you line with a fishing rig. 7. The fish wants to escape and swims the opperside way of your Catamaran. You need a reasonable strong line . Remember you can get really big fish in the blue. I can assure you this will help, in your fight for food on the table. I wish to follow you all the way, it is super exiting. i'm also planning on buying a Catamaran and sail around . I choked about the prices on food in the Caribbean, but wait till you get to Indonesia, it will be cheap on every island... Keep up the good life. Sunny wishes from Copenhagen
Fishing advice is good - but here's some cooking advice. Get a couple of egg rings. :) A little bit of oil around them and then your eggs will keep their shape while you're rocking & rolling. Also - do you make your own bread at sea? You can get a fairly compact bread machine and your flour/yeast will keep perfectly in the freezer, so fresh bread is always on the menu. Been following you for years, and we love you guys (we traded our boat and went for the RV). :)
Please wear PFD's. Single person maneuvering for rescue even in that low of a sea state may reach the exhaustion limit of the swimmer or even hypothermia depending on location and season. I don't think that is a lesson either of you want to learn the hard way. Modern PFD's only minimally interfere with performing your tasks and can add hours or even days to survivability.
I think changing from the RV to the boat was a good idea. You both look a lot more healthy, fit, relaxed, and happy now as compared to your older videos.
You two are mastering your rig on a short fuse. I'm proud of you both! The best part is that LOVE is in the air. It has a way of making sailing super fun. As to fishing, keep the slack out of the line or slow the rig down while fish on! WW
For fish like mahi i would add an extra three pronged hook that tails behind the main one by a couple inches. And when the fish gets hooked keep constant tension on the line
Great job as usual! Here in the Northeast, if we catch a blue fish we have to maintain a tight line while reeling in. If Bluefish get enough slack, they violently shake- and ultimately spit the hook out. Just a thought
Great video. Lots of fun to see what you are up to. Remember when fishing, the fishing is always great, its the catching that is hard. Keep the videos coming.
Very awesome sailing trip. I'd like to do something similar to that, but in a motorboat. Glad to see you are starting to catch more fish. Hopefully, you'll be able to find out why the hook isn't setting. The Bahamas look so beautiful. Stay safe and thanks for sharing your adventures.
Thank you for another awesomely beautiful video. With that much wave action, I was amazed how well that fry pan and dishes stayed put.....even though its on a catamaran.
If you've never been to Nassau in the past there is a straw market there . Also if you get a chance go over the bridge to Paradise Island . There is a big hotel there and it has an aquarium in the basement . What a gorgeous sunset you showed .
I know you mentioned you guys are slowing down when you have a fish on.... but it doesn't appear that way. Maybe I'm a tad bit blind, however.... Barracuda, Wahaoo, Tuna and King Mackrell ...usually are the only fish that can catch a lure at the speeds your traveling. Try it when your traveling between 1 an 4 knots, you will be able to get a broader range of fish, like Mahi Mahi, and Cobia.
So far from an expert, I still have trouble with cast nets! My Dad always hated the "Man in the Gray Suit" as well... no clue how many he'd catch on my HALF fish! The 1/2 Spanish Mackerel looked about like most I'd reel in around Nassau. Makes for great grouper bait .... hint hint.
Adjusting your reel drag is critical. You should keep the drag about 20 percent less than the breaking strength of the line, you can test it with a weight. This will also help the amount of line you need to reel in. You also don't need to have your line too far out, if you have the proper weight in front of the lure it will ride just below the surface. Looks like you are in some rich water, sharks and all.
When you get a fish on, maybe slow down a few knots so you aren't adding undue pressure on the line. Seems like you guys are always full speed ahead when fishing. Make sure your drag isn't too tight so the fish can run a little.
Hello, I'm a big fan of your channel and I have really been enjoying the videos of your time aboard Curiosity. I am a native Floridian and have been fishing the waters of the Florida keys my entire life. If I may make a suggestion, you will always have trouble landing a fish that is fighting you if you continue to keep the pole in that holder. There is so much more involved in the process than simply reeling in the line. You folks don't have the typical chair you see on the back of a Sportfishing vessel but you could get a belt that has an insert for the base the pole that rests against your lower stomach and pelvic area. If it turns out you have a bigger fish on the line, you are also going to need to brace yourself, perhaps one arm and one leg behind the poles holding up your solar array or even sitting at the table. At this point, you can truly engage in battle. You want to pull the pole hard towards you so that it bends like a bow (bow and arrow bow, not hair bow). Basically, you are pulling the fish towards you. Then you bend forward, and reel, reel, reel as fast as you can, sucking in all of the slack that you created by bending forward. Then it is just a matter of repeating this process. Pull back hard, pulling the fish towards you, then bend forward and reel in the slack as fast as you can. Rinse and repeat. The idea is to reel in the slack before the fish even realizes the slack is there. This works well for grouper who like to wrap the line around the bottom. I would also have slowed down and dropped that half a mackerel back as bait. Live bait is great. Sometimes, I spend half the day just fishing for bait! Again, really love your channel. You and others like you have inspired me and my sticks and bricks in Ft. Lauderdale is currently up for sale. I’m going full-time RV! Oh, and BTW, loved the footage of Southport Raw Bar! I grew up riding down there and feeding the manatees when I was a kid. All the local kids had little dinghies and Whalers when we were 14/15 years old and Southport was our spot. Fair Winds! p.s. If you get a huge fish (Marlin, etc) that jumps in an attempt to break the line, the countermove to this is to bow to the fish. (Bow like a servant, not a bow and arrow). Just remember to bow to the jumping fish. He deserves your respect. Here's a fun fishing video that was pretty instructive. Enjoy! th-cam.com/video/Mo30w5atFkM/w-d-xo.html
Boy the color of the water never gets old. You must wake up in awe every day. You may not have caught fish, but you sure caught me and I'm a big'un😂love love these videos. Thank you!💕
While we were in Nassau we checked out the Blue Lagoon, and did some snorkeling. So sorry we missed you guys. Hope you enjoyed the area as much as we did.
Great episode guys :) Starting to get the winter hohums... getting excited for our family trip south in April, going to take a carnival cruise to freeport, nassau, bahamas, so seeing the beautiful water is awesome. Cheers from PEI Canada, Bryan
You's need to wrap an elastic band around your line tightly so it sets the hook back further at the tail of the lure that way it will set the hook further in the fishes mouth I'd say where it's sitting at the moment it's just hooking them in the lip and because you's are traveling at speed and you's skull dragging them through the water it's just ripping out hope that helps cheers.
Sharpen those hooks to the point where they're dangerous to touch. Then, you'll need to reel like mad, without stopping. The only other way is to stop/slow the boat to reduce your fatigue.
Hey Nikki and Jason. Really enjoy your channel. Suggestion for fishing... Bigger teasers with bigger hooks when trolling offshore. Something about a foot long, brightly colored on sunny days and dark colors on cloudy days or at night. The hook, about 5 - 6" long and about 2" between the shank and point. You should never have to set a hook when trolling. The movement of the boat does that for you. Good luck. Keep the stick up and your lines tight.
Lived on the far west end of the New Providence from 2005-2012. Caught many Dolphin/Mahi off the coast of Abacos. Ask locals about the Submarine Buoy location. Enjoy!
Thank you so much for Sharing truly enjoy your adventures If you are ever near Androes island there is a small resort called small whole bag with some exquisite diving opportunities just a thought keep having fun and thanks again for sharing
We used too put makeshift sails in open canoes and go crazy sailing in the open Atlantic off Nova Scotia in larger seas than what your experiencing. !!
Little Stirrup Cay shows as CocoCay next to the Great Stirrup Cay (NCL) There off the North of part of Harbour Cay >>> going east and then south in to open ocean.
Love your videos.... but I was wondering if your cat gets sea sick? and have you ever thought of doing a Q & A on the differences between the land yacht (RV) verses your boat? I would like to hear you guys reminisce about the first days of your RV life and the overall challenges and growth with learning to sail. I think it would make a great video. I love learning through you guys...your great teachers!
You should switch to braided line (60-80 lb test) with a fluorocarbon or wire leader. The fish that was bitten in half looked like a Cero Mackrel to me, good eating if you bleed them first, but not necessary when chomped in half!
I was thinking Nikki was going to get those draw strings on her hood blown into the reel, jam it up and lose another fish. Another great video...Thanks for the ride.
You need to "set" the hook by reeling in the slack and then giving a hard jerk up and back. That should embed the hook in the fishes mouth. Once set you need to make sure you never get any slack in the line. Adjust your drag as well to help prevent too much line going out. I also recommend slowing down if not stopping. That will help.
Get the rod out of the holder. The boat pitching is moving the rod tip more than you think. when the bow pitches up the rod goes straight and the line goes slack and the hook comes out. Hand holding the rod makes you the shock absorber and applies constant pressure.
I love the videos guys!! Hey just some advice, try setting the hook, then reel down. And, i would recommend circle hooks and octopus hooks. Steel leaders work great too, i use AFW. Might help, you guys rock! Thanks
Jason.We down/ up / across, here use mainly three barbed Hooks when lure fishing. Hope you will consider using such to improve your chance of landing that mega epic fish. True, you could keep on blaming Nicci! Until that black eye appears.Cheers
If you continue to use the same lure to fish with, you might want to consider sharpening the hook..Also what tpartain1 said about stopping or just slowing down will help the outcome of getting fish in the boat...Question do you use a sinker with the lure, or is the lure, and line heavy enough??...Just a thought to help with your fishing experience..
Have you tried replacing that "J" style hook with a larger gapped Circle hook. Then really crank down the drag. Fish will hook it's self when it turns away. Other option....got to a hand line off the rail.
I've just noticed how my interest in eating fried egg sandwiches has increased significantly since I've been watching Gone With The Wynns. Yum. How about some recipes for the fish tacos and other miscellaneous meals you've shown us, Nikki?
I always have the best of intentions to post more recipes but somehow there's never enough time! I'll try harder. Also, I mostly just make stuff up. :)
Okay all you fishing pros out there: we do slow the boat down when we get a fish on. We've tried heaving to in the past but the fish always gets off. We try to set the hook but may not be that good at it yet. We're still learning but we are getting better and landing more fish!
Re: our PFDs: we did purchase nice offshore PFDs before we left for the Bahamas but the cartridges were over 2 years out of date. We took them back and tried to get more, but everything had out of date cartridges. So as soon as we can get some that will actually work, we're going to get them.
Sorry guys, I'm not gonna read all the replies, and not the best fisherman. The replies i did read sound good, but i would throw a "circle hook" on that and try it. The circle hook by design will set the hook as the fish pulls it. Worth a try.
To be honest you have improved to the point that you are landing some fish, well done!
However as I posted on previous videos where you were losing fish the main problem is not setting the hook effectively, if the rod is staying in that holder while you are initially reeling it in, you cant set the hook with the rod in that holder, its impossible to do so.
If you look at it this way, when a fish grabs your lure it may hook itself, but more often it just grabs hold of it, meaning it can just as easily spit it out, this can be immediately, or after it's first long run, simply because it is just holding it and not really hooked!
what you should try is this, as the fish takes the lure and runs, get the rod out of the holder immediately and give it a definite strike, pulling the rod tip up to at least 45 degrees, yes you may bump some fish off on this strike, but you wont then waste the time you are, only to lose the fish anyway, when it spits the hook.
If you break off your lure instead of either hooking or bumping fish off when you strike, then your tackle is not heavy enough for the job. Boat speed it not a problem if your tackle is up to the job.
Landing fish is where most are lost, you need to get them on the boat as quickly as possible, you should also either buy or make three things, a gaff to hook fish, a harpoon (broom handle or similar with a metal spike, spearing is sometimes more effective than gaffing and a baton or club to quickly stun/kill the fish once they are on the boat. these three items should have lanyards attaching them to the boat so you don't lose them.
Hook it, get it to the boat as quickly as possible, gaff or spear it, then club it.
id like to ask.. is there a video why you choose the cata...
rock ok
More living space on cats. They have 2 bedrooms. Very nice. I'd also say cats are more stable due to the wide stance.
you know there are certain limits on where to park and it will raise in prices if your boat is long... some marina double their prices when they see a cat.. and its big unlike other boats.. i know the cat is very comfort friendly but the price in parking is not good same as an RV. if you have bigger RV means you need to pay for the bigger in parking space but you are comfortable unlike the sea marina offers safety and sewage extraction and info. their are a lot to deal with.
As a serious salt water/deep sea and a fly fisherman, I suggest you take the pole out of the pole holder and 'set the hook' hard and deep, pull up FAST AND HARD on it! The speed of your boat is not hard enough of a pull/tention to sink those large hook, sometimes you gotta get it in the bone for it to hold and sink the barb in, thats the part that keep the hook from coming loose (also check your hook to make sure it is sharp and not damaged. I sharpen/reshapen my hooks each time i use it). Fish also like to 'run out' then turn and run in toward the boat to loosen the line so they can shake it off, having the pole out of the holder will allow you to pick up his slack faster than just winding on the reel, almost 3x faster not to mention easier. Remember, pump up, reel down and always lie about the size of the fish you caught to your friends. :D
You're absolutely right !
Ro, quick question for you. I've been fishing all my life (mostly inshore but some offshore as well), and I've personally found that more often than not when I set the hook hard I tend to pull the hook out of the fish's mouth and lose it. Is there something I'm doing wrong here? I shy away from setting a hook hard or even setting it at all in most cases, because of this.
Yep, you've got to raise the rod head then as you lower start reeling in quickly as you raise it again.....happy fishing and sailing.
For someone who has little to no interest in sailing, I always find your video diaries captivating to watch. Long may you both keep entertaining us.
Can you imagine the two of you watching this video of yourselves pounding through the waves, out of sight of land in 5000 feet of water when you were still in the RV, or sitting at our dining room table in Burlington? You've come a long way...you're confident sailors now. Well done!
you need to set the hook. take your rod out of the holder. hold the rid 45degrees and the pull up really hard so the rod is 90degrees. Called setting the hook.. your hook isnt going through the lip unless you do this. they just spit the hook. as well you should keep the rod out of the holder so you can feel the tension and move your rod down and reel while pulling then up and reel really fast when tension comes off. you will do much better this way
I just want you both to know how much I enjoy your videos. I have followed you for years and want to thank you for opening your lives to all of us. Keep trying with the fishing. You will figure it out.
Those sunset and sunrise never get old.
We just binge-watched a ton of your episodes in bed as a family this morning. It was fab. Thanks for show ALL sides of the cruising life, the fun, the fails, and the learning. Maybe someday we'll cross paths! Love from the Costa Campos
What an awesome couple! You guys are living the dream and are enjoying it together.
Another really amazing episode. My daughter and I look forward to every new episode and really enjoy watching you two live out your dreams. We are both hoping we can get some Caribbean catamaran sailing adventures in our life sooner than later. Keep up the great work!!
So pleasant to watch, thanks again!
And message to all these "safety inclined" guys. Wynns live and enjoy their lives at fullest (using safety equipment only when really necessary), as opposed to those who make their own lives miserable and worthless, using all sorts of safety equipment, buying all sorts of insurance, even for underwear, taking no responsibility for anything etc etc. So either enjoy these videos or find other channel, where people wear PFD 100% of the time. It's simple. It's really irritating to read these advises 1000 times. Are you waiting for Wynns to become really tired of this and lock comments section altogether?
So nice to get my morning started with a new video from you guys! Thanks so much! Really great! Gob Bless peace out
Just a thought: next time you get a half a fish try throwing a bigger hook on it and see what you get. I snagged a goliath grouper once with a 16" snapper. He took it like 5 feet from the boat and scarred me. I didn't get to keep it because he spit the fish and hook out. It was fun though.
Also, I really enjoyed the tone of the video. Keep it up!
Keep on Laughing I don't laugh much but your happiness is contagious
Everyone already gave my answer of stopping the boat.... saw this on another channel... but you guys are my favorite. My husband and I are looking for our first RV! Life will be so different. I am rewatching all your RV vlogs and wait each week for your knew sailing vlogs. Thanks for showing the world that there is more to life than the 9-5, work to pay for everything that you might not even want if you really think about it and a little adventure makes life so much more fun.
Hello, I just wanted to thank you guys for your videos. I've been watching them for a while now and they have definitely helped in my own families learning curve, from both your RV experiences and sailing. I've just visited your patreon website, please keep up the great work.
This is my favorite type of episode. Just awesome. Loved seeing the day-to-day stuff.
Great video as usual guys. We appreciate being able to share in the adventure with you.
Could you have imagined you'd be now be sailing these seas, back when you first took sailing lessons? It feels like yesterday you guys first set sail and it's amazing to see how far you've come!
Fun video to watch! Thanks again for taking us along 😎
I really enjoyed this one. One truly gets the sense of "being there".
Hi There
I enjoy your videos and been following you all the way from when your bought your wonderful Catamaran .
Hope you are doing fine and enjoying life as usual .
Thanks for all your great advices on the cat.
I'm an educated sports fisher and like to give you some good advice to.
1. Change bait till you start catching the fish you want on the table. ( both colour and different shapes )
2. Change dept on the bait , different fish strikes differently.
3. Change your hug till 3 hugs and keep them sharp.
4. When you got a strike, strike back, so the hug will stay inside the mouth of the fish.
5. Reduce your speed when you get a strike , you go much to fast to fight a big fish.
6. secure you line with a fishing rig.
7. The fish wants to escape and swims the opperside way of your Catamaran. You need a reasonable strong line .
Remember you can get really big fish in the blue.
I can assure you this will help, in your fight for food on the table.
I wish to follow you all the way, it is super exiting.
i'm also planning on buying a Catamaran and sail around .
I choked about the prices on food in the Caribbean, but wait till you get to Indonesia, it will be cheap on every island...
Keep up the good life.
Sunny wishes from Copenhagen
guys you folks ...are pretty good now..its amazing how confident you look now sailing
You guys are awesome, thank you for sharing your journey! Keep on keeping on!!!!
Nikki needs to make a cook book, everything always looks awesome!
Fishing advice is good - but here's some cooking advice. Get a couple of egg rings. :) A little bit of oil around them and then your eggs will keep their shape while you're rocking & rolling. Also - do you make your own bread at sea? You can get a fairly compact bread machine and your flour/yeast will keep perfectly in the freezer, so fresh bread is always on the menu. Been following you for years, and we love you guys (we traded our boat and went for the RV). :)
We do make our own bread...and we used to have egg rings but donated them several years back because we didn't need them in the RV :(
Gone with the Wynns you can use a onion cut into rings to get that good round egg if ya want. Kill two birds one stone and no excess crap to cart
That's a friggen great idea! I have been thinking about getting egg rings but a onion ring would work awesome and no clean-up on an egg ring. Sweet.
Catching up on past ‘Wynn’s set sail’. Much water under the hull to present destination. All worth the viewing. Great skill in presentation. TY!
You guys sure make it look fun. Love your always positive dispositions. :)
That was exciting. Thanks for letting us in on it.
Mike Sheahan hu my last name is spelled Sheehan I have never spelled like yours
Mike Sheahan never seen it spelled your way
Yeah, it is not as common, but in America they pronounce it the same way as your spelling. I believe in Ireland it is pronounced (Shay-haan).
I didn't know that
Your vlogs always make me smile! Keep them coming guys!
Please wear PFD's. Single person maneuvering for rescue even in that low of a sea state may reach the exhaustion limit of the swimmer or even hypothermia depending on location and season. I don't think that is a lesson either of you want to learn the hard way.
Modern PFD's only minimally interfere with performing your tasks and can add hours or even days to survivability.
I think changing from the RV to the boat was a good idea. You both look a lot more healthy, fit, relaxed, and happy now as compared to your older videos.
You two are mastering your rig on a short fuse. I'm proud of you both! The best part is that LOVE is in the air. It has a way of making sailing super fun. As to fishing, keep the slack out of the line or slow the rig down while fish on! WW
For fish like mahi i would add an extra three pronged hook that tails behind the main one by a couple inches. And when the fish gets hooked keep constant tension on the line
Great job as usual! Here in the Northeast, if we catch a blue fish we have to maintain a tight line while reeling in. If Bluefish get enough slack, they violently shake- and ultimately spit the hook out. Just a thought
Love that y'all are so happy all the time.
Great video. Lots of fun to see what you are up to. Remember when fishing, the fishing is always great, its the catching that is hard. Keep the videos coming.
I love the way y'all shot this one ❤ many wonderful adventures as I live vicariously through you ❤
Very awesome sailing trip. I'd like to do something similar to that, but in a motorboat. Glad to see you are starting to catch more fish. Hopefully, you'll be able to find out why the hook isn't setting. The Bahamas look so beautiful. Stay safe and thanks for sharing your adventures.
Thank you for another awesomely beautiful video. With that much wave action, I was amazed how well that fry pan and dishes stayed put.....even though its on a catamaran.
That was great, love seeing the waves and ocean, have fun.
If you've never been to Nassau in the past there is a straw market there . Also if you get a chance go over the bridge to Paradise Island . There is a big hotel there and it has an aquarium in the basement . What a gorgeous sunset you showed .
Nice little video, hope to be on the water soon, this all looks fun.
This was a really entertaining video. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures with us landlubbers.
you need to take the rod out of the holder ,your keep a better tight line and can feel what the fish is doing ..check your hooks too
I know you mentioned you guys are slowing down when you have a fish on.... but it doesn't appear that way. Maybe I'm a tad bit blind, however.... Barracuda, Wahaoo, Tuna and King Mackrell ...usually are the only fish that can catch a lure at the speeds your traveling. Try it when your traveling between 1 an 4 knots, you will be able to get a broader range of fish, like Mahi Mahi, and Cobia.
I love your videos. Without a doubt the best sailing channel. Best wishes and good luck.
Started to watch from the start love you guys thanks for the journey !
It's amazing how many sailing/fishing experts watch your videos!
right :)
So far from an expert, I still have trouble with cast nets! My Dad always hated the "Man in the Gray Suit" as well... no clue how many he'd catch on my HALF fish! The 1/2 Spanish Mackerel looked about like most I'd reel in around Nassau. Makes for great grouper bait .... hint hint.
Everyone's an expert! :)
ikr lol
Brian Wilson more people fish than sail.
Adjusting your reel drag is critical. You should keep the drag about 20 percent less than the breaking strength of the line, you can test it with a weight. This will also help the amount of line you need to reel in. You also don't need to have your line too far out, if you have the proper weight in front of the lure it will ride just below the surface. Looks like you are in some rich water, sharks and all.
When you get a fish on, maybe slow down a few knots so you aren't adding undue pressure on the line. Seems like you guys are always full speed ahead when fishing. Make sure your drag isn't too tight so the fish can run a little.
Hello, I'm a big fan of your channel and I have really been enjoying the videos of your time aboard Curiosity. I am a native Floridian and have been fishing the waters of the Florida keys my entire life. If I may make a suggestion, you will always have trouble landing a fish that is fighting you if you continue to keep the pole in that holder. There is so much more involved in the process than simply reeling in the line.
You folks don't have the typical chair you see on the back of a Sportfishing vessel but you could get a belt that has an insert for the base the pole that rests against your lower stomach and pelvic area. If it turns out you have a bigger fish on the line, you are also going to need to brace yourself, perhaps one arm and one leg behind the poles holding up your solar array or even sitting at the table. At this point, you can truly engage in battle. You want to pull the pole hard towards you so that it bends like a bow (bow and arrow bow, not hair bow). Basically, you are pulling the fish towards you. Then you bend forward, and reel, reel, reel as fast as you can, sucking in all of the slack that you created by bending forward. Then it is just a matter of repeating this process. Pull back hard, pulling the fish towards you, then bend forward and reel in the slack as fast as you can. Rinse and repeat. The idea is to reel in the slack before the fish even realizes the slack is there. This works well for grouper who like to wrap the line around the bottom.
I would also have slowed down and dropped that half a mackerel back as bait. Live bait is great. Sometimes, I spend half the day just fishing for bait!
Again, really love your channel. You and others like you have inspired me and my sticks and bricks in Ft. Lauderdale is currently up for sale. I’m going full-time RV!
Oh, and BTW, loved the footage of Southport Raw Bar! I grew up riding down there and feeding the manatees when I was a kid. All the local kids had little dinghies and Whalers when we were 14/15 years old and Southport was our spot.
Fair Winds!
p.s. If you get a huge fish (Marlin, etc) that jumps in an attempt to break the line, the countermove to this is to bow to the fish. (Bow like a servant, not a bow and arrow). Just remember to bow to the jumping fish. He deserves your respect.
Here's a fun fishing video that was pretty instructive. Enjoy!
th-cam.com/video/Mo30w5atFkM/w-d-xo.html
Just love your videos, keep up the great work and enjoying those blue seas!
take your rod out of the rail and reel with it aga8nst your body. set the hook and you can feel the tension and fish. sharpen your hooks
Phenomenal sunset!
Love your videos. Be safe, I want to see lots more of them.
Boy the color of the water never gets old. You must wake up in awe every day. You may not have caught fish, but you sure caught me and I'm a big'un😂love love these videos. Thank you!💕
Thanks for sharing your experience!
While we were in Nassau we checked out the Blue Lagoon, and did some snorkeling. So sorry we missed you guys. Hope you enjoyed the area as much as we did.
look up stinger rig. its really just a trebel hook that trails the skirt connected with wire to the eye of hook. they wont get away try it
Another awesome video guys! Got to say that the cut that we sail on is much calmer than the one you went through. Looking forward to seeing Nassau :-)
You can catch a fish when you smile so you know the secret!! Holly mackerel that's quite a fish even though it's only a half of it. Gorgeous sunset.
Great video as always! Thanks for sharing
Great episode guys :) Starting to get the winter hohums... getting excited for our family trip south in April, going to take a carnival cruise to freeport, nassau, bahamas, so seeing the beautiful water is awesome. Cheers from PEI Canada, Bryan
You's need to wrap an elastic band around your line tightly so it sets the hook back further at the tail of the lure that way it will set the hook further in the fishes mouth I'd say where it's sitting at the moment it's just hooking them in the lip and because you's are traveling at speed and you's skull dragging them through the water it's just ripping out hope that helps cheers.
Sharpen those hooks to the point where they're dangerous to touch. Then, you'll need to reel like mad, without stopping. The only other way is to stop/slow the boat to reduce your fatigue.
Hey Nikki and Jason. Really enjoy your channel. Suggestion for fishing... Bigger teasers with bigger hooks when trolling offshore. Something about a foot long, brightly colored on sunny days and dark colors on cloudy days or at night. The hook, about 5 - 6" long and about 2" between the shank and point. You should never have to set a hook when trolling. The movement of the boat does that for you. Good luck. Keep the stick up and your lines tight.
I truly enjoyed watching your video post. Thank you so much.
Just keep experimenting and with all these experts on your case you can't go wrong!!But you guys are out there having fun doing it what else matters?
You guys have really taken to sailing. Awesome!
fabulous vlog as per usual, be safe & well
Every video is better than the last!
Lived on the far west end of the New Providence from 2005-2012. Caught many Dolphin/Mahi off the coast of Abacos. Ask locals about the Submarine Buoy location. Enjoy!
Great video, Nikki's a keeper. Good Luck
Thank you so much for Sharing truly enjoy your adventures
If you are ever near Androes island there is a small resort called small whole bag with some exquisite diving opportunities just a thought keep having fun and thanks again for sharing
Jason, we need you to fancy a gyro-gopro setup!!!
Nikki, your choice in sunglasses is top notch. Sail on!
We used too put makeshift sails in open canoes and go crazy sailing in the open Atlantic off Nova Scotia in larger seas than what your experiencing. !!
1armedguy how would you create a mast?
Little Stirrup Cay shows as CocoCay next to the Great Stirrup Cay (NCL)
There off the North of part of Harbour Cay >>> going east and then south in to open ocean.
Jason, great sunsets. thank you.
Love your videos.... but I was wondering if your cat gets sea sick? and have you ever thought of doing a Q & A on the differences between the land yacht (RV) verses your boat? I would like to hear you guys reminisce about the first days of your RV life and the overall challenges and growth with learning to sail. I think it would make a great video. I love learning through you guys...your great teachers!
Oh !! I just discovered your channel !! I love it ! You won a subscriber !! Keep doing the good work Guys !
You should switch to braided line (60-80 lb test) with a fluorocarbon or wire leader. The fish that was bitten in half looked like a Cero Mackrel to me, good eating if you bleed them first, but not necessary when chomped in half!
As always, great video. Thanks.
I was thinking Nikki was going to get those draw strings on her hood blown into the reel, jam it up and lose another fish.
Another great video...Thanks for the ride.
Great episode loving all the fish you're catching!!
Allways nice and smooth video ... I'm hooked :)
You need to "set" the hook by reeling in the slack and then giving a hard jerk up and back. That should embed the hook in the fishes mouth. Once set you need to make sure you never get any slack in the line. Adjust your drag as well to help prevent too much line going out. I also recommend slowing down if not stopping. That will help.
Try using a larger size hook and make sure it is really sharp. Having a 2 speed reel might also help make cranking in larger fish when still moving
Get the rod out of the holder. The boat pitching is moving the rod tip more than you think. when the bow pitches up the rod goes straight and the line goes slack and the hook comes out. Hand holding the rod makes you the shock absorber and applies constant pressure.
looks like a hell of a great time
You guys should try salt water circle hooks, they are engineered to hook the fish in the corner of the fish's mouth.
Karate Kid Sunset lmao Yes! Love it. Great Vid! ~ Mindy
exactly...damn fish! LOL
what a beautiful sunset - thanks so much for the videos as usual!
enjoyed the vid.....keep up the good work!!!
eggs, cheese, bread; the first things we would have devoured on our boat. Amazed that you had any left.
I love the videos guys!! Hey just some advice, try setting the hook, then reel down. And, i would recommend circle hooks and octopus hooks. Steel leaders work great too, i use AFW. Might help, you guys rock! Thanks
Jason.We down/ up / across, here use mainly three barbed Hooks when lure fishing. Hope you will consider using such to improve your chance of landing that mega epic fish. True, you could keep on blaming Nicci! Until that black eye appears.Cheers
If you continue to use the same lure to fish with, you might want to consider sharpening the hook..Also what tpartain1 said about stopping or just slowing down will help the outcome of getting fish in the boat...Question do you use a sinker with the lure, or is the lure, and line heavy enough??...Just a thought to help with your fishing experience..
Have you tried replacing that "J" style hook with a larger gapped Circle hook. Then really crank down the drag. Fish will hook it's self when it turns away. Other option....got to a hand line off the rail.
I've just noticed how my interest in eating fried egg sandwiches has increased significantly since I've been watching Gone With The Wynns. Yum. How about some recipes for the fish tacos and other miscellaneous meals you've shown us, Nikki?
I always have the best of intentions to post more recipes but somehow there's never enough time! I'll try harder. Also, I mostly just make stuff up. :)