First Offshore Crossing on Mini Yacht - C-Dory 22

Crossing the Big Bend of Florida from Carrabelle to Steinhatchee has been on my list of adventures to complete for a while. Finally made it happen aboard my 2003 C-Dory 22 Cruiser. We made the crossing and endured some rough seas and a bit of rain. Always an Adventure!
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[@jmacmanus4445]

When doing solo open water crossings, perhaps you should "snap into" a connecting life-line for when you venture outside the cockpit...a 30 foot tether connecting you to the boat in the event that you tumble overboard. Use a simple light cord with a carabiner on the end that you can snap onto a loop on your life jacket. In the wind and a strong current, you could find yourself separated from the boat pretty quick.

[@garylukoski5136]

Re-hydrated chicken hearts? To each his own, but I almost hurled watching you eat those.

[@Edwards843]

I had to skip a min or two. 😂😂😂

[@tylerraby7990]

I'd try it but I'm sure I'd puke

[@TripSmith]

Aw cmon yall! That's the good stuff!

[@alanballard3815]

I did it in a Catalina 22 three years ago and had a blast. Definitely a long day in that slow boat!

[@timgaughf1568]

Chicken hearts are delish.

[@sk8xaq]

And then Trip got a lifetime supply of windshield wipers in the mail. This is awesome to see. Congratulations, Trip!

[@TripSmith]

Heck yea! I'd take that sponsorship! lol Thanks sk8!

[@erickitty5546]

I love to see how enthusiastic you are about this adventure. You’re a great soul. You belong on the water. Safe travels my friend.

[@TripSmith]

I sure do belong on the water!!! Thank you Eric.

[@waden404]

The 'role playing' is a GREAT thing to do Trip. As a former Deputy Sheriff, i did the same thing. The restaurant thing u mentioned...atra boy. To this day, i REFUSE to put my back to any entrance/door.

[@TripSmith]

Absolutely. Yea, I'm kinda the same way.

[@kmcclarney]

Thank you so much for taking us on these adventures

[@TripSmith]

You're welcome! THanks for coming along!

[@Captain_Clark_CDoryAdventures]

The music, the Dory, the backing skills...... SPOT ON MY MAN!!! (Tape > CPAP) 😎👍

[@TripSmith]

Haha! THanks man!!!! Oh yea, tape works ;)

[@cjleon1104]

Gotta say I don't think I'll ever have the opportunity to do something like this awesome adventure but the way you put your videos together (like this) really let's us experience it right along with you as if we were right there. Cant wait for the next one! Oh, chicken hearts.... no thanks 😒🤢

[@TripSmith]

Well, glad you enjoyed following along CJ. Haha, the hearts really are good....

[@stephen-thewanderer4007]

These are the adventures that grow your channel. Good stuff.

[@TripSmith]

No doubt Stephen! I need to make more of them happen ;0

[@stephen-thewanderer4007]

@@TripSmith did you send me a number to text for a prize? Or is someone scamming me?

[@TripSmith]

@@stephen-thewanderer4007 Spam.... Sorry man, trying to get rid of it. Report that comment 👍

[@jimh.5286]

Yep, I too love my 2006 C-Dory 22. As you said, I've "gone to, like, yacht status!" Yesiree, it's "serious man stuff, like I'm a sailor!" Yep!😃

[@TripSmith]

Ha awesome!!!! Love it Jim!!!!

[@DeanSchumacher]

Trip you should do the FL TO BAHAMAS trip it's awesome think it's around 90miles or something like that thanks for the great content

[@TripSmith]

Oh i sure hope to make it happen Deano ;) You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@sharonbraselton3135]

45 miles

[@stephen-collins]

As nice as it is, it's kinda funny to hear you reminisce so fondly about making that silk liner. I used to hate it when my mama would drag me into that Hancock fabric store by the Piggly Wiggly when I was a kid.

[@TripSmith]

Yep. It was Hankcock!!! It's good to reminisce.....

[@northwestmarineindustries]

Another awesome adventure, Trip! Our favorite part is seeing how much you absolutely love and appreciate the boat life. You do it well! Thanks for the mention… always happy to support you!

[@TripSmith]

Oh yea, I totally love the boat life!!!! Thank you for the support. So cool to be able to work with the folks who made this awesome vessel.....

[@andy-ec8xv]

I think that may be my first boat. I also think I will never sleep with tape on my mouth. Super cool voyage!

[@waden404]

Thats sunset....amazing. Thnx for bringing us along.

[@TripSmith]

Sure was Wade......

[@mikemcintosh4321]

Nice! That must be the coolest thing to be out there just you and the gulf , you should be proud.

[@TripSmith]

It was pretty cool.... I'm very happy I was able to take that adventure....

[@mikemaness20204]

Sweet adventure man I love the c dory

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Mike! Me too!

[@ncwarrior62]

Glad to see u back out on the water!!

[@TripSmith]

Heck yea!

[@JohnnyAnderson1]

Man I have been so pumped for this adventure!

[@TripSmith]

You and me both Johnny! So fortunate to have gotten to make it happen and share it with you,

[@tylerraby7990]

Cant wait for the next video ! Absolutely love watching your adventures man honestly such a great pass time lol. I'm tryna be like you my-boi

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Tyler! Just live it up as best you can bud.

[@marcuswray1797]

That was awesome!

[@TripSmith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jaredhalliburton4959]

Living the dream brother!! Keep it up!!

[@TripSmith]

Doing my best!

[@kn4mows67]

I bought 2 of the small fans through your link...Love them!!! amazing in a hammock, or anywhere1

[@cowone7146]

Good stuff Trip

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Cow!!!!

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

That boat handles well in heavy surf. Good job. I met some guys coming down the Mississippi river with a C-Dory 18 with twin 40 four strokes. She ran smooth.

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Chief 2. Yanmar dusels 40 hp disel e s

[@jamiehackney4420]

I am glad I found your channel. Fun videos, awesome boat and the best part is you cruise local areas I can relate to. I lived in Tallahassee FL. for 33 years, lived in North Ga the last 22 years. When I come to Florida I like fishing with my buddies that keep their boats in Carrabelle.

[@TripSmith]

I'm glad you found it as well, welcome aboard!

[@morbidfollower]

pretty sweet rig man. I enjoy sailing, but anything that gets you out on the water for some adventures is awesome.

[@TripSmith]

Thanks Jason! Agreed my friend!

[@yaboycurt8410]

Hey Man Love The Vids Keep Up The Good Work

[@TripSmith]

Oh cool! Neat spot ;)

[@swamperdog4558]

What a great trip! I'd love to do that some time...

[@TripSmith]

You should! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jamiehackney4420]

Nothing like the sunsets in Carrabelle FL.

[@TripSmith]

Yea buddy!

[@alexeatonexploresamerica5511]

LOOKS LIKE FUN WISH I WAS THERE

[@TripSmith]

Great time for sure!

[@oroutdoors9173]

Im heading out on my paddleboard Sunday, headed up the mountain and down a lake. we getting out there! Woo! Tryin' to do a catch and cook with some kokanee salmon. And a few trip dips gotta happen. Cant wait for the next video! Stay safe out there.

[@TripSmith]

Oh very nice! ENjoy it!

[@baron1c]

Super cool C-dory found someone on youtube that loves there boat that was bought used, meaning they didn’t get your money. And the liked your work so they are throwing you a few bones for the fuel! I mean I never heard of C-dory until I found your channel. So free marketing for them I guess

[@TripSmith]

Yes, that is very cool of C-Dory to help out the channel in that way.... Great free marketing!!!!

[@069751]

Living the life bro

[@TripSmith]

As best I can federal

[@deanc.5984]

I'm here 4 the Cdory 😉👍

[@TripSmith]

I hear ya! Taking her out for three day tomorrow for ya 😎👍

[@nicholas_s_clay]

Trip, I’ve been watching your videos for probably 5 years I think this has been my favorite one! Looks like so much fun. When do we get to see the rest of your trip and the cross back?

[@the904redfishangler7]

That’s awesome man. Saw your boat parked on the side of the road in steinhatchee last weekend

[@TripSmith]

Thanks man! Yep, she was there ;)

[@jamesmichael3998]

Looks like this'll be exciting appears you need some windshield wipers good luck. Cheers from Jacksonville Florida 🌞

[@nasanction]

If you put a piece of fuel line connecting the bottom of both tanks w/ a shutoff valve between, it will make your fuel management much easier. ;)

[@saokim82]

I used to owned a 22 cruiser and boy the boat is very safe on open water. I really missed it.

[@TripSmith]

Great boat no doubt!

[@stevenisbet5647]

We have horse flies here in South Carolina....fly swatter on board is a must!

[@chucksmith5002]

You need to do like Zoffinger he carries one of them Bug Zappers that look like a Tennis Racket for Yellow Flies. Check him out he just finished the Great Loop. Trip you know if you carry some Rainx windshield cleaner and put some on a sponge and wipe the windows every great once in awhile the water will bead up and run off as long as your moving. Enjoyed it Trip

[@stevedvorak6188]

Hey, he retired/took long break from the Loop in NC.. last saw possibly selling boat. Haven't kept tab on Mike, see if he continues..

[@TripSmith]

Yea one of those would be cool lol I need to RainX as well....

[@doylebeck8032]

It will be my next boat Eastpointe fl.😊

[@TripSmith]

Heck yea!!!!

[@richardkurtz9661]

If I were doing these types of trips in that boat I'd have an autopilot and a kicker motor. Besides that, I can't wait to do this in a few years.

[@cappyjpadgett]

That windshield wiper is on its last leg,lol

[@TripSmith]

Yea...... That is true!

[@saxman7131]

Hello from Amelia Island Florida.

[@TripSmith]

Hey Scott!

[@harpjason208]

Living your dream...

[@TripSmith]

Doing my best!

[@masterful7574]

"Impordent" is not a word.

[@TripSmith]

lol at least the point got across ;)

[@mikea7942]

Go small, go now. Enjoy!

[@TripSmith]

Absolutely!

[@CraneOperator83]

My neck of the woods. You won't be far from the coast, nice pilothouse

[@TripSmith]

Awesome!!! Thankya sir

[@sampson7941]

Good to see you get out there ! You know if you didn't tape your mouth you might have caught some of them yellow flies in your sleep lol

[@TripSmith]

Thanks for taking the time to watch Sampson! Aw dang, you might be right!

[@alexeatonexploresamerica5511]

TRIP SMITH YOU SHOULD DO A TRIP TO THE EVER GLADES

[@TripSmith]

Maybe.... I'd travel to the Keys before I go to the everglades....

[@bladenrexroth2555]

Note to self. Find decent fiberglass inboard boat with blown 454 motor. Swap in a 2.0 VW tdi engine. Burn half the fuel. Go 2/3's more distance on filtered waste oils. Do dry multiple dry runs before becoming a looper.

[@TripSmith]

Interesting. I wonder if that's been done?

[@bladenrexroth2555]

@@TripSmith couple of YT videos out there. One of a 1.9 tdi swap, another of a BMW diesel and the best one being a mechanical Mercedes OM606 turbo diesel.

[@bladenrexroth2555]

@@TripSmith I'd like to find a 34-38 foot Bayliner or Carver and do this swap to it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXvWlGCOZr6NpsU

[@mikerossman9863]

Did it in a 26 foot center console. Pascagoula to Panama City then across. Bad thing was I had to come back, I should have phoned a friend to get the truck n trailer and get us.

[@TripSmith]

Ha! Yea, back tracking isn't near as much fun.... I've done it and it just isnt..... lol

[@jarredgage]

My next boat will be a catamaran, maybe even the C-Dory version. Definitely needs a cabin.

[@TripSmith]

Cabin changes the game.... Hope you get her soon!

[@edwfd356]

Trip I am a fireman in n.y.c. An an avid sport fisherman and captain . With that please take into account that the battery operated skate board is so dangerous onboard the small confined environment. We have seen numerous tragedies in elevators and other confined spaces that go down in literally seconds . You can see videos on these incidents . I don’t mean to be doom and gloom but consider a bicycle instead just my 3 cents bud. Play safe and prosper .

[@TripSmith]

That's an interesting thought on the batteries eddie.... Never really crossed my mind. I'll do some research and take it into consideration.

[@edwfd356]

@@TripSmith electric cars burn for 3 hrs with about 4500 gallons of water California had to dig a hole and submerge it to put out the fire . You can google that was recent . However that battery could potential burn that skiff to the water line in minutes .I own a 32 blackfin and had a battery explode on my port side due to 5he fact the charging system was overcharging my battery I’m glad I wasn’t on board when it happened

[@JohnSmith-fx4se]

@@TripSmith Lithium batteries are great until you have a fire. It’s very quick. Go online and search for security cam videos of people that had their Samsung phone catch fire. You will see what they’re talking about.

[@francus7227]

! ! ! RAIN-X ! ! ! That blade is shot. Rain-x is better than blades.....

[@TripSmith]

Yea i know lol I need to do better with that.

[@francus7227]

@@TripSmith Fogg-X for the inside too .... Great clips.

[@aimeeg11]

I have the Anchor Suit and it's amazing. Unfortunately I think they only have products for a Danforth/fluke type anchors. Maybe they will expand the product line!

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

I ran into a guy that was 50 miles out of Grande isle with a 14' Jon boat and 25hp.

[@Exodus26.13Pi]

How many would like to trade places for a few? :me

[@TripSmith]

Lol I hear ya budy. It's not all sunshine and sandbars ;)

[@Exodus26.13Pi]

@@TripSmith happy for y'all

[@kkfromthe2056]

You need to replace the wiper blades that storm tomorrow you gonna scratch the window

[@TripSmith]

Yea I should..... Good point!

[@riverakers]

Trip you need a new wiper blade! Great video!

[@TripSmith]

Dang right I do! Glad you enjoyed it ;)

[@valkyrieweaver9004]

Have you done the trip from Ft Meyers to Key West? I hear there is a ferry that does that but would love to see a crossing of it also

[@TripSmith]

I haven't been on that ferry specifically... But I have been on the water from Key West to Ft Meyers on my own vessels and private vessels (yachts). Hopefully 2024 will allow me to go down to the Keys and across to the Bahamas for some epic adventures....

[@marcus102361]

Loved the video......those yellow flies are awful......chicken hearts follow closely. Lol

[@caseyness5593]

I imagine that was fun I noticed that interior is wood must be 06 I transitioned to all Glass interiors in 07 very curious how you care for your wood interior in such a humid climate thanks trip new subscriber here former builder

[@BigBickBenedict_de_Texas]

this guy's dinner is his bait...

[@ag1382]

A comment on the shirt you are wearing while crossing. If you ever find yourself in the water without a boat, that shirt offers great camo while in water making finding you difficult from the air.

[@Bamaoutdoors]

Wow man I just don't know about crossing that lol I'm more of a fresh water guy! What was the water depth out there?

[@TripSmith]

Haha! I donno, not super deep. But anything over my head is equal to 1000' ;)

[@dang5553]

Now I’m catching up on past episodes who knows what’s the next episode I can’t get the shuffle off after I watch one video

[@user-nq6mg7sh5b]

Chicken Hearts!!!!

[@TripSmith]

Yum!!!!!

[@rudbeckia885]

Great video , is the hull cored balsa ? How bout decks ? What do you figure total tow weight ?

[@TripSmith]

All balsa core. Tow weight in thinking is close to 6,000 Lbs.

[@alexeatonexploresamerica5511]

THAT AREA IS CALLED THE FORGOTTEN COAST

[@TripSmith]

Sure is.

[@SwitchbackXThunter]

Hey Trip, you should cross the state of Florida by boat on the Okeechobee Waterway to Miami!

[@TripSmith]

That's actually pretty high on my list 😉

[@SwitchbackXThunter]

@@TripSmith I’ll be watching for you!

[@TripSmith]

@@SwitchbackXThunter Happy to hear that. Thanks!

[@OldManMuskrat]

I hate the thoughts of spiders crawling in my mouth while I'm asleep so I get it

[@TripSmith]

Lol That's a plus for sure!

[@alexeatonexploresamerica5511]

YOUR WIFE IS GOING TO KICK YOU OUT OF THE HOUSE WHEN SHE FIND OUT YOU DID NOT TAKE A SHOWER FOR 7 DAYS LOL

[@TripSmith]

Aw shoot, I got plenty of ocean baths ;) and a couple of water hose baths as well!

[@alexeatonexploresamerica5511]

@@TripSmith lol

[@vampiro1820]

What type of battery fan is that and where can I get it at?

[@lorneserpa5888]

Where did you get the battery powered clip fan? Looks nice.

[@TripSmith]

It is super handy! I can't find the exact one, but this one is similar and is what Id try if I needed another - amzn.to/3ILw4DT

[@be5575]

How is the ride? Does the boat toss out top heavy?

[@hookingbasstv3999]

Trip sip remember bud light

[@TripSmith]

Yo! Yes, I do remember my main man Budd Light!

[@user-wz8dc2ub7t]

I saw your mouth tape- have you read the book “Breath” by James Nestor ? I am just starting it, but your comment made me think you may have. Have you thought about putting an RV air condition on the roof and using a small generator ? I am seriously considering a C-Dory 22 for trips and back bayous, although it does look like it pounds in the chop of the gulf.

[@TripSmith]

I havent... But I own and have read his book DEEP which is great. I have thought about the RV air conditioner, but don't want the generator and AC unit on my roof. I like it simple. With my solar panels, I generate more juice that I use so I can run fans all I want stay comfortable. It does pound, but still does pretty good for what it is. I have a video coming out this evening that shows her in some rough chop and she handles it well.

[@cup_and_cone]

You're Bimini ready now.

[@TripSmith]

Dang right!!!!

[@MrRedfish1964]

Have you made the trip to the Dry Tortugas or Fort Jefferson yet?

[@TripSmith]

Not yet, but it's on the list!

[@bigmike9845]

When in doubt push pole out

[@TripSmith]

Don't think I could have push poled in that situation with the wind and currents like they were.....

[@1morecast09]

When are you going to the Bahamas!?

[@jmacmanus4445]

Change that shredded wiper blade. Do you carry a spare on-board?

[@donhuntsinger2424]

Put a Y in to join both fuel tanks.

[@TripSmith]

I've thought about it, but there was some reason why I didn't make the move. Can't recall what it was.....

[@bobsharp6489]

Do you have trim tabs?

[@mattwoody1089]

Hi what's the best river clear water springs to go to

[@TripSmith]

Suwanee has a ton on it.... The river itself is huge and black, but has many springs along it's way.

[@user-nw7xp3fo4q]

I thought you were a southern boy worried about all them bugs an wearing a life jacket ?? I would think you were the Coast guard if I drove past you 😅

[@TripSmith]

I wouldn't say I'm worried about the bugs, I just don't enjoy them. For that crossing, a life jacket was a smart move. Most of the time I don't wear one.... If I would have had a issue I needed to deal with quickly out of the cabin I wanted to be ready. Especially with the rain and seas like they were time could have been of the essence.

[@merc88]

What do you do for fiber?

[@annberlin5811]

Does it seem to ride better with new electrical?

[@TripSmith]

Lol, I think she rides about the same?

[@joshuaguy1099]

Check out rope bags for arborists

[@TripSmith]

Yea, I've seen them and they aren't to bad. But there are a few features that I would like to see on a anchor bag specifically that would be really handy.....

[@LukeBurl22]

You look like Murray from impractical jokers

[@TripSmith]

Haha, yea I;ve heard that a time or two ;)

[@deborahlowry6221]

Does it have a head

[@johnh9888]

Trip Smith-Out On The Reef Bahamas crossing?

[@TripSmith]

Hey maybe so!

[@johnh9888]

@@TripSmith oh I’ll be waiting!!

[@historyv350]

Clean eating, but your cholesterol must be off the charts! Keep making great content!

[@gordonmontcalm6224]

How much fuel does it take

[@cWatts-zv3oo]

Were you able to somewhat calculate your mpg during the crossing?

[@TripSmith]

I didn't. But I have calculated it before on longer trips and it was around 5mpg at cruising speeds on calm water.

[@cWatts-zv3oo]

@@TripSmith thanks buddy.

[@ben3989]

@@TripSmith right on. I have a cd22 angler with a Honda 90 and have found about the same result

[@TripSmith]

@@ben3989 Ah cool! Very nice. Love these boats....

[@alexeatonexploresamerica5511]

FUELS PRISES HAVE ABOUT SHUT ME DOWN I DO FLEAMARKETING FOR A LIVEING. I AM LITERALLY WORKING GAS NOW

[@TripSmith]

Crazy aint it?

[@alexeatonexploresamerica5511]

@@TripSmith it is horrible

[@Jacksonskipslegday]

Next up, Cuba.

[@TripSmith]

lol, that would be an interesting one!