100+ Mile 4-Days Solo Exploring Alabama's Gulf Coast - Mini Yacht Motor Trouble

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My 1st time seeing much of the Alabama Gulf Coast. Between the rain, motor problems, civil war forts and beautiful weather/water these 4 days aboard my C-Dory 22' Cruiser were amazing. Although I was a little shocked when my brand new Yamaha started blowing fuses and refusing to crank..... @gochirp , #GoChirp, #FeelGoodDoMore #AnkerPowerHouse #PowerHouseII300
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[@mike20sm]

I like you with your shallow draft boat, laughing at all the newbs on the sandbar

[@sharonbraselton3135]

What's draft of this boat

[@rickytimms1851]

Cant believe you did not take that 2x8 out of the water ??? Live and learn I hope !

[@geraldpate5980]

Boy Jethro, you sure can put some groceries away.Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm. It is uplifting.

[@JPons10]

“If it’s going to happen, it’s going to happen out there!” As soon as I heard you bust out the Captain Ron quotes, I knew I’d like your content! 🤣🤘

[@TheLoxxxton]

I'm really loving the boat. It opens up so many possibilities for adventure. I wish there was a way of lining the walls and covering up all those rivets and screws. It would make it so much more comfy looking with a fabric finish

[@working2bselfsufficient724]

I like it plain and easy to reach all the screws n rivets personally.

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

have you ever been on a boat? There is reason they are not covered.

[@TheLoxxxton]

@@adventureswithfrodo2721 yes I have been involved with boats all my life. Not coastal , but inland waterways in the UK. My farther built hired, converted and sold canal narrow boats, had a boat yard worked with boats until the age of 40. Please tell me the 'reasons'

[@Anura16]

My boat is covered on the inside with a padded white covering. Looks good and provides insulation.

[@Captain_Clark_CDoryAdventures]

I noticed this was posted 7months ago and you were hoping to go full time on YT in a year or two. Having just put in your two week notice with the Fire DEPARTMENT recently.... I just wanted to commend you on your fast growth with the channel and deciding to just GO FOR IT!!! Trip you are inspiring thousands of us man and for that WE THANK YOU!!! 💣💥💯

[@BAND-MAID-USA]

This boat is perfect for me

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Biy it

[@BAND-MAID-USA]

@@sharonbraselton3135 do what? Lol.

[@Calebroberts7508]

That boat is just right for what you do. It makes me want one.

[@driftless1870]

We love that area. Fun to share in your adventure. Can only imagine how cool it would be in that little boat.

[@TripSmith]

Amazing area and even better in such a fun boat! Thanks for watching!

[@DoubleD_1981]

Love your videos...

[@lorneserpa5888]

You need to throw some solar on the top of that boat. And a suction cup to open and close your window? That's a great idea I could have used that a year ago when my latch fell off.

[@pantera6672]

AWESOME tour of Fort . VERY interesting as being a 20 year military man .Peace Mister

[@sifu1965]

That was awesome! Thanks for putting this together.

[@mathewma8826]

Awesome Trip! I love that boat!

[@TallapoosaOutdoorAdventures]

@16:30.... "I will play for gumbo...." ;)

[@d.wingate3755]

Your dinner that your Mom made you. Got me thinking about my Mom. She's gone now. And I miss her. She would make me a dinner when I came home once in a while , while in the military. Country fried steak in gravy and mashed potatoes, broccoli , and home made biscuits. She made it for me cause she knew it was my favorite. I love and miss my Mom.

[@melodymakermark]

Your channel is a barrel of fun, but you should watch Out on the Reef. That young man knows how to cook up a meal on a 21’ boat.

[@rrengli75]

Great content!!

[@TripSmith]

Thank Reg!

[@dannyroberts5056]

I took my daughter down to the Mississippi gulf coast for her senior trip. We took a trip out to Ft Gains and had a great time. We also went to the museum in Biloxi just across the bridge from Ocean Springs. Glad you had a great trip. This is why I love your videos. You show the highs and lows but don't let it discourage you.

[@TripSmith]

Oh very cool! Neat area fore sure..... Glad you enjoyed it Danny!

[@phillippmorris4109]

hello from the quiet sunny Ozarks! Another video of value! Where did you get you folding plates? tight lines

[@user-ok3qx5tc9i]

Get a dog, you’ll be glad you did Got mine from the pound, loves boating and swimming. Never complains

[@deanc.5984]

C DORY!👏👏👏🍺👍

[@yamabiru4553]

Inspired for sure, keep up the good work!

[@kn6123]

If you get any footage, you can send it to Broncos Guru for his boneheaded boaters series. 🙂

[@ifish5409]

Great video. Hull Cleaner(west marine, amazon etc.) will take that yellow stain right off the boat when you get it back on the trailer. It’s great stuff.

[@kaedonholt2665]

Hey Tripp I actually went on a fishing charter recently and those are actually natural gas rigs, pulling gas out of the ground

[@TripSmith]

Ah, very cool! Love learning stuff like that.

[@herewegofans]

Brother, I dig the high energy. Great times.

[@TripSmith]

Heck yea!!!!

[@travelandmoto5588]

good book choice, a salty piece of land is a great read

[@TripSmith]

Oh yea! I love a Salty Piece of Land.... Re-read it last year ;)

[@deevan2489]

Good thing for Mom!! Interesting Fort tour!

[@bryanpeterson3714]

That’s a good idea bringing the paddle board. 👍🏻

[@TheVassej]

That 115 pushes that big boat pretty good!

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Yess enough dit wast ful 115 hp saves ful high mog Ling range

[@Restaurantrowe]

Love the Bama, thanks for the Chanel and the content

[@reddragon7356]

Most excellent video and it is always a fun time watching what you are up to. I love that little boat especially because you can "camp" on it.

[@junglejim8mm]

Good book on the table.

[@samuelpierce4263]

So glad you was able to see our fort ganes I live in Mobile and enjoy seeing you on this part of the state

[@Ophrahoak2]

Did you determine what was blowing the fuse on the engine? Great video. I like the C-Dory. Might be one in our future.

[@cocoloco7295]

Definitely a cool adventure boat.

[@jakefields]

You should invest in a kicker motor for big motor redundancy

[@garycleaveland2645]

Love your videos. Especially the ones like this... that area is “ Home” 😂

[@deanlewis1650]

Put a lil jb weld on that window shock

[@izaakhunsaker937]

Dude you should make a post on c-brats would gets some more great fans

[@ianmankersen]

I wasn’t on that particular Towboat (although I have run it) but I watch the channel. I work on the red and white ones now like the one with the rock barges. Have you considered using a power pole? Seems like it could really help you in the kind of places you explore. Love the chill vibe of your videos.

[@d.wingate3755]

Hello, I am truly enjoying your videos. Got me started making adventures. Trying to get back in shape. Backpacking. Hiking. Bike rides. My mini adventures. Close to home. I am really having fun. Going to start a few weekends and overnighters. I work in the medical field and right now it's hard to get time off. Hitting state parks. And Rails to Trails. I have to keep it cheap and close due to I'm on call 24-7. Hopefully my adventures can get better as I get into better shape. Been watching your videos almost every afternoon. Wishing for my own escape.

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Chief wife medical doctor chief miolartyy both call 24 7. No fre time

[@MrHarriman22]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TRIP. I remember from last year you and I have the same birthday. Hope your day was as good as mine

[@SP-do5sm]

love your boat man.

[@justletmetravel]

Fort Pickens is pretty cool also

[@fjb4932]

The faster you go, the more you'll hit. The faster you go, the more it cost. The faster you go, the less you see. The fas...wait ! It's his boat, he's the Capt' and he can enjoy it in his own way. Damn landlubbers ! ...

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Wring. Hybre eltrric

[@royleeborn6445]

Keep inspiring Trip!

[@CEOsario]

Thanks for sharing...

[@kennethhardin3790]

Great video Trip. I really enjoyed it. Keep up the good/fun work!

[@smokepurp5972]

Been watching awhile. Enjoy the content. Thanks for posting!! I'm saving up to get myself a 1648 jon and start doing some camping with it!! The paddleboard keeps me on the water for now. Trip dip!!

[@TripSmith]

Hey great man! Hope you can make it happen and get some bigger adventures under your belt 👍

[@GregHastings]

really cool boat.

[@corbinkelley2670]

Another good video! Glad you show its not always rainbows and unicorns and that you have issues also. Once again your food is NASTY!

[@royleeborn6445]

Maybe you should have gotten that board out of the water The next person might not be so lucky.

[@sciencescripture]

He may have but just didn’t films it.

[@SmittyAccess]

I did all the underwater inspection work on the Exxon platforms in dolphin Island two years ago

[@scable-eq7bp]

Very cool video, Love the Gulf Shores of Alabama. Your boat would be a cool boat to have in the Florida Keys. We lived aboard a 2005 Privilege 615 Catamaran in Key West for 8 years, she was a great boat that we sailed to the Bahamas quite often. We recently sold the Cat and bought a condo in Key Largo, we didn't quit sailing we just down sized, our new boat is a 2020 Corsair 880 Sport trimaran. Corsairs are known for their insane speeds in this one doesn't disappoint. We recently sailed from Key Largo to Key West, we covered the 92.7 miles in 5.7 hours and averaged 14.7 to 17.3 knots and on several occasions reached 21.5 knots. Even at those insane speeds the boat is very stable and easy to sail. As soon as hurricane season gets out of here we are sailing her to the Bahamas, should be a fun trip. Lots of videos on KZbin about Corsairs...

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Chef has Seay sunder 26 and 35 foot yaghts. Nit small cabin. Crs 16.t too 26 foit amal cyddy can yahhts sleeps 6 fir 26 fit and 35 fiiter

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Dude je I chuef evotuin 552.

[@sharonbraselton3135]

188 mioe rabge v orop jet outbard 131 m I k range

[@ryanlavallee5609]

Awesome videos man!

[@hitmanhite]

So you leave the 2 x 8 out there?

[@uppertributaries]

You might enjoy rainex on those windows. Great job!

[@Anura16]

Great video, my next trip may be exploring area around Niceville. Had 4 trailer tires installed at Scott Stevens. The manager thought I was you. Filled up wit gas at station next door, took a picture but could no add it to YT comments. We were going to Suwannee River. Regards. Dennis

[@SonRiseforNathaniel]

Great stuff my brother. Looks like a blast. Perfect boat for the area man. A bit jealous over here.

[@scottbainetwisted_keel_adv5821]

Have to say I have been loving the C Dory Videos. Looks like alot of fun and a great boat. I have a 22' starcraft islander with a 225 yamaha and we've had some great adventures with ot but I don't have the set water motor so never been in the ocean with it

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Chef live jeans been ocean deep water

[@blakesanders6916]

Live in Daphne and make the trip from Pelican Point to Perdido Key all the time! Love that route!

[@garyblack8717]

Looks like they've improved Ft Gaines a lot since the last time I was there 20 years or so ago. Nice to see it's being kept up!

[@teflonsean7677]

Just found your channel recently and enjoying the boating content so far. Being new, I have only watched a few videos but already noticed you actively caring about the environment by picking up trash on your adventures. Kudos🤙!!! This video you missed a golden opportunity to get that 2x6 out of the water and save the gelcoat of another boater.😉 That thing was not easy to spot and was definitely a hazard on the waterway.

[@louremington6975]

Great video. My BFF lives on gulf coast.

[@EAFISHINGNYC]

Great video boat it’s looking great

[@RyanHeafner]

A Salty Piece of Land is a good read, as are all of Buffett's books, Where is Joe Merchant being one of my all-time favorites

[@markhottman2652]

What a wonderful series of days on the water. Do you want a float buddy or camera man for your next excursion?

[@jimnash526]

Thanks for another great vid! At age 73, I still do my pushups on my finger tips. I believe that method is better for attaining overall connective strength. Do you think you can handle it Trip? I bet you can :) Cheers from Seattle!

[@Alfie127]

Great Video. Cheers!

[@qaannat]

Been offshore fishing on a boat like you were looking at, def go do it.

[@topcat8820]

I’d love to try some gumbo

[@TripSmith]

Heck yea! good stuff!

[@franram7426]

4:00 Alabama torpedo ! ! !

[@alexeatonexploresamerica5511]

Drive your boat in the inercoastal way from PENSACOLA BEACH to Panama city BEACH shell island and way back around to gulf breeze FL

[@joshohoro]

love the island! family friends have a house down there we stay at every so often. gotta take your kids to catch crabs on the beach one night

[@haroldpowers6108]

Good video , you may want to try a bungee strap on that window it would hold it up and you could pull it shut when it rains.Keep the videos coming

[@jacktravler6105]

cool trip on a dream boat I need so bad Im looking so i will be going sometime soon i hope

[@darb4091]

Think that you are missing your white, night running light BTW.

[@doolittlegeorge]

"the Barfmaster 3000 is off the hard!"

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Yes it biy it

[@cascadeclimbn]

Captain Giggles

[@TripSmith]

Lol 😂 I like to laugh

[@tomogletree1]

AL uses a lot of the gas royalties to purchase forever wild properties throughout the state like the bike trail in Dothan

[@sharonbraselton4302]

buy 80 hp eltric outbard

[@jcgalmiche8352]

Barber's marina and the Lady in the lake got hit hard by the hurricane lost her and the docks.

[@jamiewalker3330]

Hurricane Sally got all the art at the marina. It’s no longer there

[@daxtruman4530]

Missed trip dip man, don’t hold out on us!!! Lol 😆

[@willdegray8147]

Go to the Abaco's in the Bahamas.. That boat would be perfect for over there..

[@CallSignWhiplash]

You’re worried about the rice but Roux has a ton of carbs too.

[@russbirzescu2579]

I really enjoy your videos , I have a question what is your mpg and what propeller you running ? Thx .. and keep up the videos ..

[@PADDLECAMPFISH]

Awesome Trip! I love that boat, and I know you do too! I think I heard you say it atleast 3 or more times during the video lol! Fort Gaines was definitely worth seeing. I was wondering if you had a solar set up, looking forward to seeing it all put together in the future. 👍

[@CLEMSON_COBRA]

Some of your dining choices look pretty dicey to me, but what doesn't kill ya.........

[@brandonmiller289]

The "Lady in the Lake" got messed up by Hurricane Sally, and is currently in storage waiting for repairs!

[@kylewest7000]

Hey trip why not add a blessing to the meals show everyone how much God has blessed you keep cruising love your video's

[@johnthompson5319]

COLD GUMBO?? No way ,,

[@runningwindadventures]

Hey Trip don't trip that trip was a great trip lol

[@ryeckley7267]

Love the pilot house with the Bimini top out the back door. Lots a possibilities for comfort in that thing. Do you have a video describing what you are driving? So there is a link in the drop down to the boat but would love to here about the details of your boat

[@tomortale2333]

HE'S KINDA ''OBSESSED W/''PADDLE BOARD''/FORGET IT...

[@KnottyDeez]

I know you are married ! But I have to confess I have the biggest crush on you! Keep on entertaining ! I love the vids !

[@gdaddy38]

Next trip try Green Bug insect repellent.... works awesome

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Wring solar bug repiler. Solar batrrreies

[@KnottyDeez]

What was that folding solar panel you had ? Love your channel ! You crack me up and maybe I’ll have to try some of those canned foods 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@bud1971]

40:05 You actually purchased snails in a can?