Cape May to New York -- Ep#7.

[@MV_Checkmate]

Be advised that I updated my video due to some loud audio and didn’t realize that when you do that it kills any comments that were attached to the earlier version video. Sorry for any inconvenience. I’m still learning the ins and outs of KZbin.

[@glbaker5595]

What is your fuel burn rate,,

[@MV_Checkmate]

@@glbaker5595 I am getting about 2.7 mpg at 9 mph.

[@SingleSpeed427]

I know it wasn't fun at the time, but I was laughing so hard! First when you were up top, but then on the main level.. thr rolling waves. Lol!!!

[@drwillb9928]

Looks like you're making some quick progress along the loop. I'm a Hudson River boater and I'll be at my marina just north of Newburg, NY tomorrow, 6/5. Let me know if you'll be in the area and I'll buy you lunch or dinner.

[@lpettet1]

Congratulations on sticking it out to see NYC at night. Enjoy going up the Hudson; some great scenery.

[@MV_Checkmate]

Thanks! Will do!

[@stephenmarshall4677]

Liberty Landing Marina is right there on the other side of Ellis Island, just to the northwest. Very calm in there. I was at that marina for 7 years and lived on my boat there.

[@SwitchbackXThunter]

Make sure if you get any rainy days in the future, you show us! 😊 Id love to see cozy rainy day videos from inside the boat!

[@lenvalcourt1816]

You’ve come so far since episode 1. Great job. Very encouraging

[@kerstinshadow2210]

Best episode so far. I lie down on my back and close my eyes, when I get seasick. At the calmest place of the boat, like you did for sleeping. And Vomex pills help, but they make you very tired.

[@jayknight850]

Itchy Boots influence? The lack of a lower helm would seem to be quite a “inconvenience “. Nice video.

[@pamluby6663]

How about a boat tour?

[@johnschieffelin3226]

Great video, thank you. Looks like you have really become a master of docking, squeezing in and out of that marina in New Jersey with strong currents and a tight maneuvering area. Too bad about the anchorage off the Statue of Liberty -- if you had gone to one of the marinas across from NYC in New Jersey, you would have had a pleasant night and would have gotten a gorgeous view of all of Manhattan at night, from downtown through midtown. Going through New York Harbor can be stressful -- I came down the Hudson and went around the tip of Manhattan and up the East River once in a pelting rainstorm with ferries, tugboats, pleasure yachts and miscellaneous commercial boats racing everywhere. Very hairy. Enjoy the Hudson -- it is magnificent. Highly recommend an overnight in Kingston -- charming, scenic town. Town dock in Troy is a great overnight stop, wonderful architecture, many terrific cafes nearby.

[@jerplane400]

What a great episode! It great to watch you film and comment on what you enjoy and what you don't. Refreshing to see an honest video. Look forward to the next one Capt.!

[@MV_Checkmate]

Thanks so much!

[@Figment078]

I did a statue of liberty run last fall, it was great. I anchored in the little lagoon just west of the statue ("liberty state park" I think?) which was nice and calm despite the 20kt southerly. There was a fast tour boat or shuttle boat that went ripping through about once an hour, but otherwise it's a great spot. If you aren't already north of West Point, you should plan some lingering-time into that day. It's glorious. After I passed I turned around and passed downriver and turned around and went upriver again. I don't care where you're from, you've never seen so much granite in all your life.

[@LPMCC330SR]

Great vid...tks for taking us along

[@pamluby6663]

Love your videos! Keep them coming!

[@Indian-Pursuit23]

Outstanding video and pictures. Ready for next week. Safe travels

[@bbroomlea]

Really look forward to these videos. Would love to have such a challenge on our doorstep in the UK

[@brianwallebeck1906]

Never sailed past the Lady, but have flown my Sea King Helicopter past it

[@NervusEnergy]

I'm enjoying your channel So much!! I have a little 28ft power boat but hoped to upgrade too something like yours closer to retirement (6 years, fingers crossed). I would love to hear your backstory!

[@MV_Checkmate]

I’ll be talking about that in upcoming episodes.

[@richbowie76]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@johnchance1959]

One question keeps popping into my mind: "are you having fun yet?"

[@jimb4033]

We anchored by Ellis Is 10/22. It was amazing. But, the rocky rolly caused me to be thrown to the deck cracking 2 ribs. Still, great pics.

[@MV_Checkmate]

Wow, sorry to hear that.

[@FloridaYachtInsuranceGuy]

is the camera on some kind of gimble or something to keep it steady....great videos. really enjoy watching from my desk..lolCheers!

[@Frankthetank10000]

Wondering your age? Me and the wife are planning to do at around 60. Thats when i can retire from the Military. Your an inspiration and we love the videos.

[@MV_Checkmate]

70

[@billflorio4720]

Are you planning on stopping in RI as you head north?

[@craigdarby9533]

Would've been nice to see your trip up the Chesapeake Bay and thru the C&D canal. Unless you bypassed Maryland by ocean?

[@MV_Checkmate]

I agree, but that portion of the trip was in uncomfortable wind and thunderstorms. Being by myself, I had to focus on driving the boat and not videoing during that time. Thanks for watching.

[@RascalBoat]

What is the name of the anchorage you pulled into at the end of the video? Thanks!

[@MV_Checkmate]

It’s called Bowline Park and it is listed on ActiveCaptain as Haverstraw anchorage. Definitely a hidden gem.

[@danielphillips1987]

what is the size and make of your boat?

[@MV_Checkmate]

39ft, Meridian 391

[@michaelstern1954]

We are about the same age and you’re living my dream. What speed are you cursing at and what kind of fuel burn you getting?

[@MV_Checkmate]

Averaging around 9mph @ 2mpg

[@toddsweeney2871]

How did ya get from Virginia to New Jersey? Why do you "park" you boat instead of anchor, moor, tie up, etc?

[@MV_Checkmate]

I went up the Chesapeake to the C&D canal then hopped over to Cape May NJ. Easy answer to why I said “Parked” instead of anchored, at that moment I was I no mood to be there videoing while the boat was thrashing about and I found myself just rambled on. I wasn’t concerned about semantics. thanks for watching.

[@hterrebrood]

Naw, you have said ‘parked’ from the beginning. It is a nomenclature that is not yet natural. Not a big deal.

[@V.V-gh9kq]

What mpg do you get running 8-10 mph? Thanks

[@MV_Checkmate]

About 2 mpg.

[@Seawizz203]

You've got to do me a favor. You say you parked your boat....you either dock it, tie her up, or anchor her. Sorry to be that guy but I'm that guy in this case 😂. I'm enjoying your channel otherwise!

[@MV_Checkmate]

I understand completely. My reason for probably saying parked was that I was in no mood for recording a video while the boat was thrashing around, and probably just rambled on and said, parked as opposed to anchored. Sometimes you just have to throw semantics out the window. Thanks for watching