I bought a boat ** maiden voyage **

So a few weeks ago I bought a Zodiac 350 Cadet Aluminum floor boat. Been getting everything ready: registration, CF numbers, transom wheels, outboard motor. Finally got everything I need to take the 11ft 6 inch boat out on the water for the very first time. Happy to take you guys along for the maiden voyage!!
www.fishermanslife.net - my website for fishing information and more. Thank you for all the support on the channel!

[@FishermansLife]

For those who have been here from the start - yes I still get sea sick, but I bought the boat anyway 😄 . Let's see if I can get over this thing.

[@kuudeta]

Fisherman's Life i guess that’s the life of a fisherman 😃

[@bikelife_critter1891]

Fisherman's Life congratulations!!! 🎉

[@ianbethune7922]

*buys those seasickness braclets*

[@christianmexicanlife2749]

Fisherman's Life I LOVE YOU SO MUCH IN NEXT VID CAN YOU SHOUT ME OUT

[@marcusaurelius652]

Ginger beer kills it for me. Try it next trip!

[@FirstStateFishing]

That opening scene looked like it was straight out of a movie 🔥 Congrats on the boat man, much respect for attacking the sea sickness head on. Great example to set, keep grinding man!

[@FishermansLife]

same to you man!

[@nickstoli]

How do you get that shot? Using a drone?

[@SippyKupp]

Good job youtube. We got this guy a boat.

[@billmitchell7731]

Dauntless light it's about time. He deserves it.

[@micevolution6824]

He earned it.

[@boyssansiro5614]

He is working hard for it

[@solarboatsofficial9207]

Should have chosen more carefully.

[@justinjohnson3847]

He has a new one now.

[@arimewillow4278]

My son is getting his 1st fishing rod because of you and your friends. I just bought a rod too, I can take him up to the lake. Trying to explain to him that he won't be able to catch crabs in the Appalachian mountains, well that's another story. Thank you!

[@FishermansLife]

😁

[@YourDroidDoes]

Thats what its all about right there. Awesome.

[@t500010000]

Marielizabeth B lol he wants that crab dinner

[@arimewillow4278]

t500010000 He is serious about it. 😅

[@t500010000]

Marielizabeth B not sure but if you guys have crawfish that'd be my crab alternative.

[@philosophyd]

"LET'S GOOO MAN!" Hahaha. Can't wait to fish on that thang!

[@ellah4600]

My husband introduced me to your videos and now I can’t stop watching them. Lol love your new boat. Drink lots of water before you go out in the sea. My father gets sea sick very easily and he started drinking lots of water before he would go and it’s helped him a lot. He will still bring along the sea sick medication but he won’t take it until he is out in the water and (only if he feeling that drinking of water didn’t help him.) I can’t wait for more of your videos. I hope someday my husband and I move to a place where we can go fishing every day without having to drive 2-4 hours to get to a location. But for now I live off your adventures. :)

[@FishermansLife]

thank you. glad you found the channel and are liking the content. lots more boat videos coming soon! and thanks for the tips. I'll be sure to stay hydrated :)

[@Eric-zs6rd]

Couple tips for you Matt 1. First purchase for the boat.. BUY GPS and sonar. These two things are bar none the most important items you can own for fishing. If you're strapped for cash you can get the navionics GPS app for your phone. Sonar is under 200 dollars for a basic unit. Location and fishing structure... when it comes to rockfish and lingcod, if you're off by even 10 feet it's the difference between a 15 fish day and getting skunked. 2. Trim down to minimize bow raise for planing. Weight distribution also has a much bigger effect on a small boat like that.

[@ItzRetz]

You could do a video of you testing out all the sea sickness remedies you know and make a video about it to help other people who get seasick. At least then something positive would be coming out of you getting seasick.

[@bigwoo]

That opening shot was super dope. I think that would look really good as an opening for all of your videos. You can make your logo appear right as your body is out of frame. Just a thought from a longtime fan.

[@Crunch_Buttsteak]

bigwoo Then drop some hella sick grimey dank dubstep with a phat 3d logo with like strobe light rainbow colored fish with bluntz in their mouth poppin off that bitch, then in super deep echoey voice "its tha mutha fuckin fishermayne bitchhhhh" with an airhorn as we fade into the video. Thoughts?

[@Henry-rc6nq]

Crunch Buttsteak best idea ever

[@h2oburke]

Agreed 💯

[@jq7323]

Crunch Buttsteak He must've not saw your comment. There's no way you see a comment like this and don't use it.

[@FirstName-od7em]

Seeing you so excited is making me excited haha.

[@chrusb7765]

Great! you will have fun with it! Being single in the craft you should wear your PFD all the time, carry the radio, signal mirror, knife (incase you get tangled up) and your cell phone.

[@FishermansLife]

for sure. will do thank you

[@fourbyfourblazer]

A bad day of fishing is better than a good day at the office.

[@loki8872]

Chris Yarzab I like the way you think man very true

[@raymondsavage1952]

yea

[@ulahei]

That's what they say, but I've had some really bad days fishing where the seas are rough, raining, no fish, getting seasick, a day at the office ain't looking so bad.

[@kgarcia5185]

I know that's right.

[@shino8854]

Hahaha I always say that...

[@scotthull2141]

...can tell you are stoked Bru. congratulations, looks brand new

[@FishermansLife]

it is. had it for a week. been in the water twice already :)

[@Maritimer]

Nice little boat ! Hard to beat the Yamaha outboards, super reliable !

[@InvestorAcademyPodca]

I remember my first boat and many of the same feelings you had. It opens up a whole new world for those that love to fish and be on the water. Make sure to attach the red kill lanyard when you are running, it's easy to end up in the water and you don't want to watch your boat continue on into the sunset.

[@amazinggrace863]

Congrats man. I'm laughing at how happy you are. Not because it's funny, but I just love to see people happy.

[@snitox]

Dude I loved the opening. Thank God you didn't include any music.

[@2080064]

KNO dude shut up

[@FatCurt1111]

2080064 😂

[@HumanBean520]

2080064 dude shut up

[@davemojarra4734]

KNO Amen.

[@mattng110]

amen my brotha

[@RefinerSimilitude]

Dude, I'm so freaking excited and happy for you! FREEDOM!

[@richs4878]

Watching your more recent videos and where you’ve taken things and how good a fisherman, boatman, life philosopher, shore beach/rock fish cook, etc you’ve become it’s fun and interesting to watch these older videos. Good on ya’ for dealing with your seasickness with fortitude and strength. Now that’s a man who loves the sea and his fishing. Keep going strong Matts!

[@87_North]

Awesome to see you just genuinely enjoying your new boat. Look forward to lots of videos with that boat!

[@royyanalfaruqi5805]

WE WANT BUTTERBOAT!!

[@FishermansLife]

I've been thinking of a name with butter. Thanks you just named the boat

[@b1ht420]

Good job Royy you’ve given the boat the perfect name 😊

[@connorlecount6578]

i will agree

[@johnballs]

Looking good!..my frist boat was a Lund 16' aluminum with 35hp yamaha. good thing you bought a yamaha dude, they last for a long time with so little maintenance, change oil and gear oil as per Yamaha maintenance and you are set my friend! thumbs up # 261

[@beefancy3292]

Congratulations Matt!!! Looking forward to more videos of you and your new boat. Enjoy!!

[@jamalswann7786]

Love how u started with butter in the cliffs to this small boat and now u up to a full sized boat

[@DieHardFishing]

I thought for a second that the motor wasn't going to start, haha. Excited for rockfish/salmon season this year!

[@FishermansLife]

same here! hope salmon is as good as last year

[@Windborne]

Glad your maiden voyage went well bro! I bought and installed a SE sport 300 hydrofoil for my outboard motor to reach plane quicker and it did help a lot and noticed a huge difference! Can't wait to come aboard and fish with you captiaon! I need to take mine in for a maintenance.

[@FishermansLife]

thanks Al, I'll look into that! They seem affordable too

[@gordonv2456]

Took me twenty years to figure it out but Cabela's had a sale on the SE sport this fall while I was refitting my boat and trailer so now I have less worries about balance in my 14' Alum with 15hp Suzuki. For me best trim position has been all the way down to help get on plane. Your best trim position may change with hydrofoil. My bro has a rubber boat and I liked the metal deck. A bit scary in a rubber boat in 15ft swells when everything disappears each swell.

[@Windborne]

Same here. Drop the trim all the way down and lock it. Glides right through rough water. Purchased fuel filter with water separator and an external 12V fuel pump to pump and clean the fuel and will be cleaning both carbs.

[@bobby5329]

You deserve all the success and happiness to come your way !!!!!!!

[@user-kk6lc1th2r]

You keep moving from strength to strength! Truly living the Fisherman's Life.

[@alexkg1]

Hey Matts, just FYI about the crab trap buoys (aka that laundry detergent bottle you used :D), per CA DFG: "• Crab trap buoys must display the “GO ID” number of the operator of the trap. This is the unique 10-digit identifier assigned by the Automated License Data System to your profile. It will appear on your fishing license and all documents purchased through the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). Crab traps must possess a buoy and each buoy must be legibly marked with the trap operator’s GO ID number as stated on his or her sport fishing license. "

[@FishermansLife]

Thanks. Got the go I'd written on the bouys!

[@tylerscudder9358]

alexkg1 May I ask why he has to do that?

[@alexkg1]

Per DFG: "This regulation will help to ensure that crab traps are being used by the designated operator of the trap in order to prevent others from unlawfully disturbing or removing crab from crab traps." However I actually read a little more into it this time, and it turns out this reg doesn't apply to hoops nets :)

[@jonathanromero3941]

Here in WA we are only allowed Red & white foam floats. And out Name, address & contact number must be clearly marked.

[@itsrebirth312]

No more foldable kayak haha love your content

[@TheRambl3r]

Congrats Matt!! I cant wait to see the videos to come!

[@ReelNinjafishing]

Congrats on the new boat. Can't wait to see what you do with it.

[@auke9286]

Hey man. I just want to say that I'm such a big fan of your content. It's been top notch from the beginning, and the videos are only getting better. Hope to see more of you in the future and thanks for the vids so far. Greetings from Holland

[@FishermansLife]

thank yoU!!

[@CinemaPastor]

Bro you're awesome and have balls of Tungsten!!

[@Marioscorneraquatics]

Congrats!!We’re all excited for you. Can’t wait to see the upcoming videos

[@mackenzie3372]

Take a shot of butter every time Matts says "LET'S GO!!"

[@Buddhafish]

Congratulations on the new boat Matts! I christen thee the U.S.S Seabutter!

[@sera56jase]

Hi mate, i have a very similar boat that i launch from the beach here in New Zealand. You should consider putting some hydrofoils on the engine. It will stop the bow rising so high when your going slow, and you can plane at lower speeds. Great vids, keep up the good work!

[@tommohawksaxe2609]

Thanks man. A man in a van with a SIB. I do this too, a fantastic platform to get on the water quickly. My Seago 230 is unpacked and ready to go in 25 minutes, I opted for a 12v 40lb trolling motor and 110ah battery which is plenty for my needs, quiet and easy to pack in the van, the battery recharges there too. Love from Scotland

[@zaccarter1346]

This is amazing, I’m so happy for you! I absolutely love your channel so much and I just can’t wait for these upcoming months. Congratulations man, what an accomplishment for you, your channel, and the amazing community you have brought together on KZbin! Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@bucketsaremyfriend]

I have to admit, little sick of drone shots. Everybody and their grandma seems to have a drone these days, but that opening shot was fuckin' fantastic.

[@avqc954]

BucketsAMF drones are cheap for what you get

[@Soltfire]

Awesome to see you got a boat. However, it's a little small for fishing along the NorCal coast. The swells can be pretty sketchy and it's especially dangerous out there in the spring because of the strong winds which are common that time of year, so be careful. I believe salmon fishing can be productive right outside Pillar Point harbor by the buoy early in the year so April/May. Could be a good alternative to fishing further off shore where salmon feed on krill that time of year. If you're new to salmon fishing and can't make cable baits, try FBR's and Apex's. Use red, green, clear for FBR (use anchovies over herring early in the year) and the watermelon or cop car patterns for the Apex. Hope this helps. Tight lines.

[@FishermansLife]

Thanks! My plan for most of the fishing was right outside the harbor where it was protected

[@marke.1021]

Or you can chase the salmon outside of Benicia no swells to worry over.

[@YABOY457]

FYI, pillar point is not protected. Just outside the harbor there are shallow reefs and in low tides they break. Got a crab line caught in my prop few yrs back about 100 yd outside the harbor. Wave broke on us and almost sunk my boat. 21 ft proline wa.

[@bigceno]

Congratulations on the boat !!!

[@raulgarcia5230]

Awesome! looking forward to your adventures !

[@edogg4553]

started from the bottom now we here I subbed when you had 4k sub Now You HAVE 300K

[@IMFiLiPiNo206]

Use your drone to send fishing line further out while staying on land.

[@RAMONAxLA]

I seen a video of someone doing that and dude lost his drone in the water lol there's a risk

[@BudoFishing]

Cool boat!! You're going to have so much fun on that thing!!

[@yonderdan]

Congrats on the new boat! Have fun and be safe!

[@yanzil]

happy for u bro.. but i think u gotta get some gimbal for the cam? :)

[@FishermansLife]

For sure. Or something

[@clintburton36]

yan zil nice boat just put a little butter (;

[@DudeHammer]

I noticed the line from your crab pot when you pulled it in and started going with your motor, thst it was hanging off the side a little, care about that, if more line went over the dude if the boat and into the eater, it coukd end up wrap around yiur propeller, and could even shear the shear pin, then no power and stranded at sea, you hot thus though, looking fireard to your next video. Tight lines

[@joeybalke227]

Congrats on the Boat looking forward to your new videos with the boat this is going to be a good year for you i can feel it

[@Ms_Tania]

What a beautiful opening shot . Congrats on your boat . Have fun and stay safe !! :)

[@joshualee4098]

HELL YEAH, LET'S GO

[@louiecampuzano]

Anyone else drink when he said "let's go!"?

[@jacobacosta9035]

secrdede lol there’s a minute where I think I could feel my liver failing on me

[@Incincible559]

How about a pepper? haha

[@oliverbansoy]

Jacob Acosta Hell Yeah

[@nunu6158]

Congratulations man. I can see the excitement .A boat will increase your catching by 80% in my opinion.Go get em👍👍👍

[@BigAndy_31]

Lot of new content with that boat. Cant wait! Congrats!

[@SplashAttackTCG]

Bro, you forgot to put some butter on the camera mount so you stop vibrating/shaking when recording.

[@Ryanhelpmeunderstand]

Keep the momentum going bro! You make great videos!!! I expect at least 2 videos a week!!! You got it!

[@jasonrichards3373]

Excellent addition brother!! Looking foreword to the boat vids! Tight lines sir 👍

[@justasportsfan1014]

Fisherman's Life is a GOAT doing GOAT things

[@cheesegromit9423]

always bring a paddle just in case

[@xzinx]

cheese gromit he has 2

[@lifeofeels8271]

Awesome video! Hi Matt, when are you going to have more butter t-shirts? I just ordered a steelhead shirt and a lingcod sweatshirt, but what I really want is the butter. Thanks!

[@FishermansLife]

Thanks I saw the order :) I'll be sure to restock the butter shirts on the next order in a month or so

[@lifeofeels8271]

Fisherman's Life ok, sounds good :) thanks!

[@killuadre9176]

Same here. I’m waiting for those butter shirts too.

[@danielguitron5416]

Where are all the places you fish at beside halfmoon bay bro i want take my kiddos if anyone can tell me a good place and safe to fish with my kids I'll appreciate it thank you keep on fishing brother

[@2iBMX]

Looks like a lot of fun. Looking forward to the season, stay safe brother!

[@joeschatz6617]

Dude that boat glides through the water like butter...big ups, peace.

[@simonbro5190]

im enjoing your fun

[@simonbro5190]

i cant belive this is pinned 😰😳😃😢

[@simonbro5190]

also boats/ships are always female

[@kalebanderson753]

Love your channel. I’m a dinghy fisherman also I have a 10.5 Aleko maybe we can fish one day?

[@FishermansLife]

Heck yeah!

[@elkhound25]

proud for you man ! this brings back so many memories when i was in my 20's long ago. i had a 14 ft zodiac with 25 h.p. evinrude motor and lived in south east alaska. i had so much adventure and fun daily in that little boat. look around they use to make a waterproof baggie for radios. had saltwater destroy a couple.

[@elkhunter76]

I hope so too! Enjoy your videos! I am land locked but grew up on the Missouri River. Fished out of a 12 ft aluminum boat with a 5 horse motor with my Grandpa. Been on the ocean in a small boat and luckily I don't get motion sickness , Hope you can beat it!

[@liamgrech1]

Don't have a GPS- just download Navionics on your phone.

[@FishermansLife]

Got it now thanks

[@oldfrend]

or bring a compass and memorize (or write down) bearings to two landmarks. i wouldn't trust handling my phone in a tiny boat like that. more accurate than eyeballing it like you were doing and making use of a compass - you'll be even more of an outdoorsman!

[@noseefood1943]

does this dingey run on butter?

[@timdevisser4947]

Noseefood the engine oil is butter

[@Bama_built]

What a opening scene!!! Fantastic visual!!!

[@elviezamora3159]

Congrats on the boat.

[@camrusty]

Do a 24 hour fishing and sleeping challenge on that puppy

[@dimitriymirovsky]

Cam Larsen i dont think so... its not comfort to sleep inside a boat dangling on the sea... maybe do a night trip fishing?

[@veronicam2942]

Cam Larsen He gets sea sick so I don’t see that happening.

[@michaelshuman8335]

To fix the issue with the nose going up the weights not the problem the faster u go it will plain out

[@joshhuggins]

Congrats on the boat!

[@coultermain3801]

Love watching you fish, you remind me so much of a childhood friend who lost his life in an car accident. Keep staying true, and can't wait for future videos from you 🙏

[@BurninatorTheTrogdor]

You need a deadman switch asap. Trust me. Correction, you just aren't using it.

[@linlum46]

good call

[@aerofan778]

He has the emergency stop cord attached to his wrist.

[@ianbethune7922]

42 views but 68 likes how does that work

[@PokeLeader101]

idk. maybe the other millions that asked the same question has an answer

[@alfiefallejo]

Happy for you brotha! Congrats on get your boat!

[@1crispypickle]

Congratulations sir!

[@arismarkcatanghal6097]

I am happy for you that you've come this far with all the nice new toys. Love your vids man! Keep it up!

[@minnesotamudice6780]

Congrats on the boat. I'm staying tuned

[@Rokynutz]

Congrats on the Zodi Bro. I'm stoked for you. You're a 100% correct about continuing going out to get over the sea sick feeling. I promise.

[@mrcalero6331]

Beautiful boat!!

[@Jay_In_Virginia]

Congrats on the boat Matts, looks like a blast.

[@MikeTeurnFishing]

Hell Yea! Let’s go!! Lol I can see you’re super pumped about the new ride. Awesome bro!

[@ivancibrev2675]

I watched a lot of videos related to fishing and small inflatable boats. For no reason, I must admit that this video, however simple, is one of the best. A wonderful expression of pleasure and happiness from you. I bought a HONWAVE T30 AE with a small HONDA BF. I can't wait to try it.

[@iyourelder8590]

Can't wait to see more boat videos!

[@glengunnerson4676]

Inflatables are excellent fishing boats, I had one for about 15 years. One idea for you...get a handicap walker, and secure it near the middle of your boat. This gives you a place to mount rod holders, plus it allows you to stand up and fish, pull crab pots, etc. without worrying about falling over. It's easy enough to step around when going fore and aft. Sounds crazy, but it worked great for me!

[@FishermansLife]

That's a great idea, thanks!

[@frederickchoe]

Congrats on the new boat, saw the post on IG, but glad to see you were able to get it all working and into the water!

[@PIAMUSA]

Nice boat...really like it...seems super light...

[@devinoshima3953]

Gorgeous shots

[@MKFishing666]

I'm really happy for your man! Congratulations :)

[@Bigdaddysabesautomotive]

You sound so stoked man. Happy for you!

[@themontaukmonster1]

Congrats, can’t wait to see your next videos on it!!

[@Alve_2u]

great content!!! enjoy watching your adventure

[@israelrivas134]

Gas break dip dip! Nah! Gas troll fish fish! Let me see you throw your pots lol ! Can't wait to see more videos on this boat! Awesome Matts! Fisherman's Life!

[@leesilcock9286]

Wow.....what an opening shot, with you stood looking out over the sea. Your drone filming skills may be approaching Jedi level.

[@archangelswarcry3364]

Congrats My Brother!!! You have my envy!!!

[@KosovarMods]

Really happy for you, hope you all the best in the feature.