EPIC 120 Mile Sail - Hobie Adventure Island - Had PROBLEMS! 4 Days 4 Islands - Florida Gulf Coast.

[@AnthonyJ1167]

THIS is living. Great video my friend, thanks for not adding crappy music to it. LOL

[@FloridaManTV]

Appreciate it! Thanks for suffering through the long vid! 🤘

[@mueckenhoeffer]

Love it! Clicked for the boat review but finished the video out because I grew up down there, real close to where you put in.

[@FloridaManTV]

Sweet! Thanks for watching and glad I could take you down memory lane! 🤘

[@garygerard4290]

'and a little beer? OK, I'll give this adventure a good lookin' at 😎

[@FloridaManTV]

The beer damn near sunk me. 🤣

[@TomKirkman1]

Your water is coming in from somewhere other than the front hatch. Take the boat and put it on the trailer and put 10 gallons of water into the hull. Now get underneath the boat and see where water is leaking out.

[@FloridaManTV]

I believe that the stern was underwater as I kept my drinks back there. That would put the rudder lines (and their holes) underwater. I’ve done some extensive mods to prevent swamping again. But, I have been unable to find time to get out on the water. Maybe soon. Thanks for watching and your support 🤘

[@joseg7090]

Muy lindo kayak. Estaría bueno para viajes muy muy largos. 47:47 Ese ¨Gore-tex¨ se suele usar para salir del paso acá en América Latina. 🤣🤣 A disfrutarlo amigo! 💪

[@FloridaManTV]

Thank you! Yes gore-Tex would be good for next time.

[@GregMcCann4321]

Great video, Thanks! I've launched my red TI from Big Lagoon a couple times. It's my favorite spot. Check your drive wells for a crack in the area where the drive lands. I had an AI do about the same thing - leaks fairly fast. If cracked, it is generally considered unrepairable. I was able to fix it by melting four hot stainless screws through the crack, two in each direction, covering the area with a stainless steel mesh, then melting plastic (Hobie sells a kit) over the area. Simply gluing or plastic welding won't do it. It is a high stress area. For clothing I almost always carry a water proof Gortex-knockoff bib. Put a rain jacket over that and you're good to go. The bibs come with built in socks, which is nice when the water is cold.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for the tips. I found the water was from the rudder line holes and being overweight.

[@mattdoran218]

Great stuff!!! We watched the whole thing…impressive stuff and dealing with all the challenges

[@FloridaManTV]

Awesome. Thank you. Long bud I know. I learned a lot and fixed all the issues. Ready for the next trip!

[@CRICRICTH]

I am totally new on sailing. Maybe one day I’ll get a Hobie like yours.

[@FloridaManTV]

They are pretty easy to sail and stable. Great for learning.

[@bryanjohnson5803]

Nice post and I did watch the whole thing. The challenges you faced and how you addressed them are what made it interesting. I have a 2015 TI and my kids are just at that age where we are planning our first barrier island overnight trip. The only time I've experienced flooding that bad is when I had a hole in the keel at the stern from dragging on the road accidently. Small hole, but that's all it took with 2 adults and 2 kids on board. That passenger or cargo weight makes a difference.

[@FloridaManTV]

Agreed. I think I had too much weight in the rear (all the water and food). This caused the holes for the rudder lines to be under water. The front hatch was also an issue and I have videos of the mods and a recent test of watertight difference after modding. You can find those videos on the channel list if it interests you. Thanks for watching, I appreciate all the support from you and the Hobie community 🤘

[@Phahr]

Educational video. The distance you traveled was valuable info. I’ll check out everything else you posted since then. Hope to find some videos of you sailing the hobie in rougher waters and the distances you get. Also if you install a bilge pump and your battery setup.

[@FloridaManTV]

Bilge and battery have been installed. There are upgrade videos on the channel. I haven’t had a chance to get more seat time in the Hobie yet. Maybe soon. Thanks for watching and the support!

[@briannordt4457]

First and foremost: great video; you really kept your cool in situations that would have had others panicking. I'm still sailing my 2007 Adventure Island every chance I get. Years ago I modified the seat with plywood and a GCI canoe chair. Ducking under the sail when tacking sure beats sitting in a pool of water. It's a shame Hobie never made a version of the new seat for older models. Splash guards work extremely well also. I've been in a couple of situations where I took on a lot of water. Check for little cracks in the amas where the akas insert; change your gaskets too. If you can, store your batteries topside. When taking a trip, such as this one, fill up all the space below deck, perhaps with airbags to minimize weight but leaving little room for water to fill the hull. I'm just about to click "Subscribe," so looking forward to more videos.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video! I’ve looked for cracks and lake tested and the hull stays dry. I think it was a hatch issue. I’d love to retrofit the new Hobie chair but they are too expensive to just play with and hope it works. I’ll look into your seat riser idea for sure. I’ve done some Hobie mods since this trip but haven’t tested yet. Check the video list under the jon boat videos to find my newest mods. Let me know your thoughts on the bilge mod. Thanks again for watching and subscribing!

[@markhansen3111]

Cool video... You did a great job. I own a hobie ai too. great fun boat. ty mh

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks MH! They are fun for sure (when you’re not freezing cold!) 🤣

[@MarkCotter-y1t]

There’s nothing this side of Heaven more peaceful than being on open water. Did my time in the Navy and loved being underway. I kayak fish on the coast, but now you’ve planted a seed with a sail. My first thought if I were to do that is a vacuum sealed bag for clothes/bedding (maybe a battery operated small device?). Anyway, I appreciate the love of open water. Anchors aweigh my friend👊🏼🎣

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for serving in the Navy! I have since done some upgrades to the Hobie to make it more seaworthy. Unfortunately, I am not able to participate in this year’s Florida 120. It is this weekend but I have other obligations 😞 Get yourself something wind powered and set sail mate!

[@j.whiteoak6408]

What a great video! Where I live we are surrounded by lots of islands with rainforests, resorts, beautiful beaches, and calm, deep waters in between - so I've wanted a Hobie Islander tandem for years! I might start looking for a good second hand one .. Before I get too old to enjoy it! Thanks for providing the renewed inspiration ❤😊

[@FloridaManTV]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching the video!

[@markstamp872]

I've got 2 AIs and I've been sailing them in the Pacific (mostly, in the Monterey Bay) since 2014. They're great boats, but I'd strongly suggest waterproofing the front hatch, if you have not done so yet. Your boat getting swamped is almost certainly due to the front hatch, which is notoriously leaky. Since the front of the boat often plunges under water, if you don't waterproof the hatch, you'll fill up with water. Take a look at the Hobie forum, and you'll find at least 3 different ways that people have used to successfully waterproof the hatch. I've been out in conditions way more intense than anything in this video for 6-8 hours, and I only get a few cups of water inside at the end of the day--and that's with no bailing...

[@FloridaManTV]

Thank you for the advice. I have done the front hatch mod since and a few other mods. Those vids can be found on my channel if you wish. Thanks !

[@stepheneurosailor1623]

I enjoyed the trip,🍺🍺

[@FloridaManTV]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! 🤘

[@royshobe6642]

Thanks for making this video

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for watching! 🤘

[@akielschmidt8984]

Thanks for the videos. Have been lurking on everyone's videos of Hobie for years now. Keep em coming. Im waiting to find a decent price on a tandem island soon. Im on the coast here in houston texas.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for checking out the videos! I was supposed to do this trip again this year, but work required I miss it. I’ll be trying some Hobie survival stuff and other sailing vids soon I hope. Stay tuned. Good luck in your Hobie search. You’ll find one (like my cheapest Hobie video) and you’ll have a blast on it too!

[@bjpickles7424]

Watched the entire thing, super great. Thanks for putting all the effort in to making this. I can't wait to be the person doing this too, one day! :)

[@FloridaManTV]

Awesome! Thanks for the support. I am scheduled to do this again in May. Hopefully I can film a decent video again and have less issues with the new mods. Thanks for your support and I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@tollesbury1]

Great video. Loved it. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@FloridaManTV]

Thank you!

[@mfhairstream6812]

cool stuff

[@FloridaManTV]

Thank you!

[@brettallen1440]

You need to invest in some ultralight backpacking gear for these long sails. Tent, sleep mat, sleeping bag should weigh no more than 1-2lbs. Reduce electronics, batteries etc because that yak was overloaded haha. Looks like you made it work for ya but could/should be a whole lot easier. Makes me want one of these yaks for myself.

[@FloridaManTV]

Was overloaded for sure. I’ve since corrected the issue with a lithium battery, dry bags for the tramps and I stopped drinking so no need to carry 100lbs of beer! 🤣🤣

[@brettallen1440]

@FloridaManTV Haha, regardless of taking on water looks like a whole ton of fun.

[@amishjim]

Here’s what I got out of the video as a ginger: How tf does a Florida Man not know how to keep the sun off his skin, LOL. Thank you. I enjoyed the vid. I am debating getting the same boat, or maybe the tandem and actually learned a lot about thru your vid. Cheers, homie!

[@FloridaManTV]

There are a few other vids about this Hobie on the channel if you want to see how/what I learned from my mistakes. Thanks for the support! 🤘

[@ricks88s]

It always seems that the wind picks up and everything falles into place .......5 min. before you hit the beach... Great Video thanks for your time in recording .. Stay safe my friend P.S. Waterproof Battery box...

[@FloridaManTV]

Yessir. It does always seem that the wind will get you to your destination. Sometimes slower than desired though. 🤣. Thanks for watching the video. I love recording and editing these vids and apologize for the video length, just hard to tell the story in a 4 video series. I have tried to remedy my swamping issue and have also made a battery box. Vids of that on my channel as well. Check ‘em out! 🤘

[@teop7887]

EPIC!!!

[@FloridaManTV]

🤘

[@kerryscott7405]

Good job. Enjoyed watching the challenge. Picking up a new tandem AI on Saturday. Anthony from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for watching the vid! You’re gonna love your AI. They are so much fun. Just make sure everything goes in good quality dry bags! I have some now and look forward to the next trip.

[@Pwnzistor]

536 likes and 0 dislikes! Great video, sailing kayak looks like a lot of fun.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thank you! It is a lot of fun, wet, but fun! 🤘

[@rfphill]

I'll be paying attention to your fix for the front hatch! I have the hobie PA 14 and I get water in my front hatch all the time and I feel like it could be so much better!

[@FloridaManTV]

I have some ideas for a fix and will do a video with hose testing. Thanks for watching and following!

[@FloridaManTV]

Hatch upgrade video was done and on the channel list. Update on performance video coming soon!

[@colliebarbu]

on choppy water keep always your trampoline on both side to prevent more water getting in the center haul

[@FloridaManTV]

Good tip. On my next trip, I’ll be keeping all my gear on the trampolines so they will definitively both be out. I’ve made a few mods as well to help with any swamping issues (I hope). Thanks for watching and your advice! 🤘

[@kenwebster5053]

I think you need to invest in a hand bilge pump. You can gets ones that mount in the floor or a hatch cover like the one right in front of you. If you have batteries, you could invest in an automatic electric bilge pump.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thank you for the advice. On this trip (and every trip) I always carry a hand bilge. Since this video, I have also installed a lithium battery and auto bilge. Mod video is on the channel if you have any tips or additional advice on how I modded the kayak. Thanks for watching! 🤘

[@JoSt5646]

Great videos! Just subbed. Getting a Tandem soon (just gotta figure out where to put it where the wife won't find it j/k) hey what was that contraption on the back of that other Adventure Island that was sailing next to you ??

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks John! It’s a little cold here for content until spring but more Hobie adventures are definitely coming! The contraption I think you’re referring too is called a sheet riser. Made normally from DIY PVC, it lifts the lines up a bit to clear your head for tall fellows so ya don’t get hung up when you tack. He also mounts his GoPro to it. If that isn’t what you’re talking about, let me know and I’ll try to figure out what you’re looking at.

[@MrDUKE375]

Seems like there was a leak in the hull.. thats an insane amount of water to take on.. I own an adventure island and once took on water like that and it was due to a cracked hull.

[@FloridaManTV]

I checked the hull throughout. I believe since I put all my water and food in the stern, the holes for the rudder lines were under the surface. Never noticed it but as the load go lighter and more bow heavy, it didn’t take on so much water. I overloaded the hull I think and haven’t had issues out in the Atlantic (but have done many mods too). Hard to tell. But at least Hobies don’t sink! 🤘

[@hobielbnysusanclark1660]

Great video! Love my 2018 AI! Sail Long Island NY. Hopefully Florida in near future. So, just so you are aware, there are girls/women who like watching your videos but you keep saying guys and boys. I'll keep watching but just wanted to let you know we are here too😊

[@FloridaManTV]

thank you. Sorry it seems like I failed to include the ladies but it wasn’t intentional. You gals are welcome to sail with us anytime! 🤘 Thanks for watching. I appreciate the support!

[@hobielbnysusanclark1660]

@@FloridaManTV thank you! Can't wait to see more! You r awesome 👍😎

[@j.whiteoak6408]

@@hobielbnysusanclark1660 Silly me - I thought he was saying "gals and boys" .. so I wasn't offended.. LOL!

[@Ahmbakersuliman]

That was really amazing to watch, i believe you needed less weight and better hatches. I thought you will call it off after seeing the inner full of water but you managed to do 132M amazing .. worth watching thanks for sharing it with us

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for watching! I have since determined that putting all my water and food in the stern was a bad idea (weight). The rudder lines go through tubes in the hull. So when it was under water it had 4 holes letting water in. Hatch Mods have been done since then and safety has been upgraded with auto bilge pump and manual switch. You can find that video on my channel list if you want. Update videos coming soon! Thanks again for the support!

[@Ahmbakersuliman]

@@FloridaManTV you learned the hard way.. good you made it i admire your spirit and determination

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks! No sense in getting worked up over it. Remain calm and find a solution. 🤘 Also, I always carry a marine radio if things go real bad.

[@mrsophistication474]

Do those pontoons make a big difference? I have an outback I want to get the sail kit for. I don't think I want to carry around those extra floats though.

[@FloridaManTV]

Yes. I would say they are essential for the AI due to the narrow hull. There is not enough weight, draft, keel or centerboard to keep the kayak from capsizing under 90° wind loads. The AKA/AMA’s (pontoons) keep the kayak stable under heavy wind. I don’t have experience with the Outback but it appears the mirage drive is used for the centerboard (we remove our drive to sail faster and drop a centerboard. It also seems the sail is smaller for the outback. So I imagine Hobie has it designed for their sail kit or they wouldn’t sell it. Final thought, I’d feel safer in an AI/TI. 😁🤘

[@mrsophistication474]

@FloridaManTV Thanks a lot for the info. I'm having the same issue with my old Hobie taking on water. I also think it is the front hatch. I really enjoyed this video. God bless

[@FloridaManTV]

Glad the vid helped. 🤘

[@mcoop571]

Given the age of your boat, I have a feeling you have the dreaded drive well crack. The boat seemed to fill up much faster when you were pedaling. Good Luck with it, I enjoyed the video.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for the tip. I’ll look for cracks in that area.

[@paultaylor3856]

I agree with this comment, there are a lot of these hobbies in Australia and this was a too common issue in this model. Awesome video by the way, loved it.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the vid. I have taken the Hobie out on the lake since and peddled around all day and it stayed bone dry inside. I am ruling out a crack, unless, it only appears when force on the mast stresses it? I have modded the kayak for water intrusion in video since this trip. Plan to take it out and see if I found and fixed the issue. Again, thank you all for watching and helping to identify the issue. I like adventure, but swamping isn’t fun. 🤣

[@paultaylor3856]

@@FloridaManTV well keep the videos coming, the hobies are a great platform for these types of adventures👍😉

[@jsyangyu]

good video. if there is map show the route and update your location in between trips will be helpful.

[@FloridaManTV]

Been a while since I made the video but I think I did a map on the beginning of the vid. Updates would be a good edit though.

[@jsyangyu]

@@FloridaManTV i guess I missed the map while multi-tasking, thanks

[@FloridaManTV]

@@jsyangyu no worries. Map starts at 3:00

[@SheikhRahman]

I love this, but can someone explain to me the bathroom situation?

[@FloridaManTV]

Lots of water around. If you know what I mean.

[@joew717]

As a 5th generation "Florida Man" I've always wanted to do something like this down the St Johns River from Mayport to Orlando with all of the cool scenery, waterfront restaurants, lake crossings, etc but don't know if there'd be much wind in the narrow parts

[@FloridaManTV]

You always have pedal power! I say go for it, have a plan, rough schedule, and a friend or family member ready with a truck / trailer in case you have to abort and dock. I’ll be doing this again but better prepared. Thanks for watching and for the support.

[@joew717]

@@FloridaManTV Yeah, my old tarpon 120 doesn't even have that LOL. Maybe one day I'll scoop up a used hobie AI because in Ft Lauderdale we can go out 2 miles and be in the gulfstream catching bluewater fish BUT the current will pull you miles away from the launch point unless like you said there's a car waiting for you at another spot but it'd be really nice just to use the sail and daggerboard to go anywhere you want (if there's wind). Also always wanted to play around with one in Port St Joe, do some scalloping and some sailing and cruising around

[@FloridaManTV]

@@joew717, they are a blast. Keep an eye out on marketplace for a Hobie. We are entering a recession and people will start selling off stuff to get by I am afraid. Might find a good deal. That’s how I got mine. It was a steal (video of the purchase on my channel). Also, if planing to buy one for adventuring, I’d recommend the TI. It holds a bit more weight (gear) as I think I overload mine and take on water through the rudder line holes. Plus, you can have a buddy help pedal when the wind dies! 🤘 Getting chilly here for Hobie content (panhandle) but I have a few vids on the channel to keep ya occupied if ya want to see my journey with it.

[@joshuacrossing7117]

Wow good job! really stuck with it. just curious if you considered the wind rider 17? i've test sailed it, and the Hobie AI... any thoughts about one way or another? Keep up the good work!!

[@FloridaManTV]

Unfortunately, I have no experience with the Rider 17. So couldn’t guide you, though the Hobie is very stable and sails in very light wind. Thanks for watching! More Hobie vids coming if it will help you decide. 🤘

[@ThreePulleys]

Enjoyed the video thanks and got some good info for my Island trips. Is the rear bung a good way to drain the hull on the beach?

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, I just unscrewed the rear drain plug (lower one under the rudder) and let it drain by pulling the yak up on the beach incline. Just don’t forget to put it back in. It’s a good idea to have some small pliers with you because the plug is small and sand can make it hard to get in/out. Remember not to over-tighten as it’ll crush the o-ring and leak.

[@perfdavid]

Thanks for the video. I am definitely going to try to do this next year. Wanting to get rid of my AI and get a TI for the two seat reason and gear weight reason. Currently looking. I am wondering if part of your issue fro water by the pedal was because of the weight from gear. I had a pre 2014 hobie and hated sitting in the water. Got one newer than 2015 and it is a game changer with the vantage seats. Keep making the vids.

[@FloridaManTV]

I agree. Gear load didn’t help for sure. Thanks for following and can’t wait to see you’re trip!

[@markstamp872]

I've got a 2013 and a 2014 AI. You can put any kind of seat on an older AI, so it's not too difficult to get you butt out of the water.

[@DOBAVE]

When your local laundromat changes those big seals on those big dryers, get a used one and perhaps do a little experiment with cutting and gluing ????

[@FloridaManTV]

I did mod the hatch. Going to test soon and see if it helps. Vid on the mods above this video on my channel if you want to see the idea.

[@stevenholliday7946]

will you do it again????

[@FloridaManTV]

Yes. I wanted to this year but my schedule didn’t allow for it.

[@spedobill]

FHM.awesome job,,,,, been there….more than once… while you were filming I notice the water level moving up, wondering if you’d noticed…..you finally did. I felt like I was there when you were racing around with the TI,..nothing but smiles from me I love your can..will do, must do, mission accomplished attitude. I appreciate the time and expense you have into this program for us. I know what a bitch it is to lose items to salt water. I’m wondering if you pack a compass I’ve found 1/2 pipe insulation, foam tube works the best around the stationary front hatch seal……. I’m looking forward to all your shows Thank you

[@FloridaManTV]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed the vid and thanks for watching. I know it was long. I learned a lot on this trip and doing another trip very soon so look for that video this month. I like your foam pipe insulator idea. I’ll try that if my mods don’t work (check video list for the mod videos). I don’t carry a compass because visually navigating these waters is easy due to the terrain and water features. But if my GPS/NAV system goes out, and at night, a compass may be a safe idea. Be prepared right? I’ll add it to my tool kit. Again, thanks for watching and I can’t wait to make the next one for you guys!

[@Panotaker]

I have a 2012 AI too, and my front hatch leaks too. What I do is I bought a little gasoline hand syphoning pump from Harbor Freight. It’s kind of a miniature version of your bilge bump. I keep it handy, and when I feel there is too much water in the kayak, I open up that round hatch between my legs, and pump some of the water out. The trick is to not let it get as bad as you did. I just pump the water out as I’m sailing. I need to reseal my front hatch, but I haven’t got around to it yet.

[@FloridaManTV]

Yeah, I was not on top of it for sure. I am going to be sealing the hatch better and installing an auto bilge in a video soon. Let’s hope that takes care of it. 🤘

[@markstamp872]

In my experience, there's no need for an auto-bilge if you get the front hatch sealed properly.

[@JoeBalbona]

I would even take real dry bags for kayak camping. I have no idea why you left without.

[@FloridaManTV]

I had “dry” bags, but were cheap and not really meant for submerged use I found out. Just ordered some real ones to put everything on the trampolines. Should be a better trip next go around. 🤘

[@eca7773]

So what is the speed when pedaling in no wind?

[@FloridaManTV]

Depends on whether or not you skipped leg day! 🤣 For me, I average 2-3 knots easy pedal.

[@andreteixeira5635]

I have an 2020 Adventure Island and a 2017 Tandem Island here in Brazil. My Tandem Island recentely and suddendly started leaking. But I neve found any crakcs on its hull I cant understand what is happening.

[@FloridaManTV]

I just did the hatch mod by placing foam inside the hatch lid. I think I may have solved my leaking but it is so hot here in Florida during the summer I have not had a sea trial yet. You can find that mod video on my channel where I also installed an auto/manual bilge pump. Should be easy to find in my channel list if you’re interested. Thanks for following the channel and being part of the Hobie community.

[@wisenber]

You don't want a drysuit in 85 degrees air temperatures, or even 70 degree air. A much cheaper splash top and splash pants or even cheaper Frogg Togg suit will keep your butt dry and the spray off of you along with the wind. I had a stern hatch on a sea kayak letting in about a thimble full of water while trying to cross Port Charlotte in a small craft advisory. Within an hour, I had about tens gallons worth of thimbles in my stern with no ability to point into the wind. I barely missed getting flushed through Boca Grande.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for watching the vid an the tips. I was worried about frog toggs as the material seems like it’ll saturate if I am literally sitting in water. Never used them though so I don’t know. Have you tested them submerged? I have a solution I think to my hatch and swamping issue. Made a video and you can find it on my channel list shortly above this video. It’s the latest mod video and the thumbnail is the Hobie peeing water out the back. 🤣 Haven’t tested yet. But soon. Again, thanks for watching and I appreciate the support!

[@wisenber]

@@FloridaManTV I'm watching your mod video as we speak. I paddle in water that's barely in its liquid form, so I do own a drysuit. I just know that I bake in it if I'm paddling in temps above 55 F. I also own splash gear that's bearable up to 70 or so (if the water is cool enough). I can't vouch for Frog Togg submersion, but I've used them in heavy rain hiking. Bass Pro probably has waterproof pants that aren't breathable that'll keep your bum dry. Another option is some neoprene shorts for a base layer. I go that route when the air is warm but the water isn't and submersion risk is low. Looks like I need to get a yoga mat for my Epic 18 stern hatch.

[@FloridaManTV]

Hatch is untested but I’ll let you guys know as I am planning a 72 hour survival challenge/sail. 😳 I think/hope that is my water intrusion area. But the bilge install is extra security in open water. I bought a dry suit for motorcycles and it seems like it will definitely keep you dry, but the dang thing is thick plastic. Great for spring and winter but for sure no go in summer. However, summer rain here in Florida is warm and welcomed and I don’t think I’ll need it in June - August. But, I’ll pack it just in case. If I am cold, it’ll most certainly warm me up! Hope to do the survival vid for you guys next weekend. Weather has been dangerously bad the past few weeks. Stay tuned and thanks again for following! 🤘

[@wisenber]

@@FloridaManTV Too late. If the yoga mat doesn't work on my kayak, I'll be expecting a full warranty replacement because I saw it on the internet.

[@FloridaManTV]

🤣 If it doesn’t work, send all complaints to my complaint P.O. Box. Just pick any number and city and send there. It’ll get to me. Promise. 🤣

[@GoingWith-TheFlo]

That guy justin anchored to far away lol

[@FloridaManTV]

Yeah, I’m gonna need him to get a boat with a smaller draft. Like a sunfish maybe. 🤣

[@TheHugsvilleHorror]

I ditched my hobie due to a fracture near the pedal drive. Hobie told me to pound sand. Fool me once, shame on me. Now I'm rocking a Stealth.

[@FloridaManTV]

I heard their customer service isn’t the best. Sad 😞

[@TheHugsvilleHorror]

@@FloridaManTV They used to be good. Now the fruit isn't worth the squeeze, unfortunately. Great video by the way. Listened to it on the drive home in our wonderful Panhandle traffic.

[@FloridaManTV]

@TheHugsvilleHorror thanks. And I love our 85 traffic jam too!

[@quintmarcaletti4189]

Nice video. One comment though...it's not a good idea to directly parallel batteries. They will discharge through each other. And if one has a problem, a lot of current can flow from another, making lots of heat.

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks! I thought they all discharge at the same rate in parallel? Since they were all under water most of the time, heat wasn’t an issue 🤣🤣. But seriously, what is a better way to increase the amp hours other than connecting them parallel? Thanks.

[@quintmarcaletti4189]

@@FloridaManTV If they were perfectly matched (same internal impedance, and producing the exact same voltage) then it would be fine, but the world is not perfect. 3 options: You can buy a battery management device, use them one at a time, or just get a bigger battery.

[@FloridaManTV]

They are all the exact same battery and brand. But if I notice a problem I’ll look into a battery manager. Thanks.

[@vincentscannell5027]

would you buy a hobie again with that amount off water leakingin thanks for the video l wont bey buying a hobie

[@FloridaManTV]

Yeah I would. I think I am overloading it and I have fixed my leaking issue. They are fun little boats. Wet ride, so not for cold weather. If you want to stay dry, buy something else.

[@vincentscannell5027]

@@FloridaManTV you haveing fun man

[@FloridaManTV]

Any time on the water is always fun! 🤘

[@DOBAVE]

PS: I would like to get my own Adventure Island budget permitting!

[@FloridaManTV]

They are fun for sure. Heard the new ones don’t leak too. 🤣 Thanks for checking out my channel and the vid!

[@markstamp872]

Unfortunately, Hobie discontinued the AI (the still sell the pricey TI). But good used AIs do show up once in a while. I hope you're able to find one...

[@henrygabriel700]

@henrygabriel700 0 seconds ago awesome video, such a unique boat..! if you dont mind sir, what is the length of your amas? its height (from floor to top ama) and width? tysm! for the info and your time:)

[@FloridaManTV]

Thank you. Here are all the specs on the Hobie sailing kayaks. www.hobie.com/kayaks/mirage-tandem-island/

[@GoingWith-TheFlo]

Man long ass vid lol should break it up to 4 20min parts . But hell you and Roy should have just tired to each other lol

[@FloridaManTV]

I hate to break up videos like this that tell a story. If someone wants to watch the whole trip, they have to find all 4 parts and it chops it up. I guess next time if I film it in parts consciously it would work.

[@kyledickerson80]

Watch at 2x speed. Half as long!

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

I could only watch half of the video... Try and be more positive... just about every time you talked you were complaining about something... I understand you had issues but at least try and make your viewers have fun watching your video(s)

[@FloridaManTV]

Thanks for the tip.

[@hobielbnysusanclark1660]

Great video! Love my 2018 AI! Sail Long Island NY. Hopefully Florida in near future. So, just so you are aware, there are girls/women who like watching your videos but you keep saying guys and boys. I'll keep watching but just wanted to let you know we are here too😊

[@FloridaManTV]

@hobielbnysusanclark1660 thank you. Sorry it seems like I failed to include the ladies but it wasn’t intentional. You gals are welcome to sail with us anytime! 🤘 Thanks for watching. I appreciate the support!

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

Well, It's a year later and I watched the whole video.. Why so many batteries and NO BILGE PUMP? I BET YOU GOT ONE NOW!

[@FloridaManTV]

I do actually 🤣 Upgraded to a lithium battery in a sealed box and bilge installed. Video of that upgrade on the video list.