Offshore Breakdown: Embrace the SUCK.

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Motor died offshore. Time for a workout.
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KEY WEST KAYAK FISHING: Equipment Used
The RODS AND REELS:
1) Esky Rods - Spinning 7' (Med 10lb Saltwater) - Slow Parabolic Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(8) and Reel Seat.
- Quantum Cabo 40
-10lb Power Pro
2) Esky Rods - Spinning 7' (Med/Hvy 15-20lb Saltwater) - Fast Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(8) and Reel Seat.
- Quantum Cabo 5000
-30lb Power Pro
3) Esky Rods - Spinning 7' (Med 12lb Saltwater) - Med Fast Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(8) and Reel Seat.
- Quantum Cabo 60
-50lb Power Pro
4) Esky Rods - Spinning 6'4" (25-30lb Saltwater) - Mod-Fast Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(9) and Reel Seat.
- Shimano Torium 16
-65lb Power Pro
5) Esky Rods - Spinning 7.5' (Med 10lb Saltwater) - Slow Parabolic Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(8) and Reel Seat.
- Quantum Cabo 40
-10lb Power Pro
Esky Rods
3414 Duck Avenue,#8
Key West, Florida 33040
305-896-4637
[e-mail]
www.eskyrods.com/
The Kayaks
1) 2010 Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140.
2) 2012 Hobie Adventure Island (BLUE) w/ Outboard Motor Mount
- 2010 Suzuki 2.5 HP 4-Stroke Outboard
- Lowrance Hook-5
3) 2012 Hobie Adventure Island (RED) w/ Outboard Motor Mount
- 2022 Suzuki 2.5 HP 4-Stroke Outboard
- Lowrance Hook-5
The Rods/Reels (RETIRED)
1) 7' MH Shimano Teramar, TMS-X70MH, Line Wt. 10-20lb, Lure Wt 1/2-1 1/2oz, Power: Medium Heavy, Action: Extra Fast
- Penn Conflict 4000
- Power Pro 20lb
- Power Pro 10lb
- Andes 15lb pink mono
2) 7' H Shimano Teramar, TMS-F70H, Line Wt. 15-20lb, Lure Wt 1/2-2oz, Power: Heavy, Action: Med Fast
- Penn Conflict 6000
- Power Pro 65lb
3) 5'8" XH Shimano Treval Jigging Trigger Rod, TVC-58XH, Line Wt. 80-200, Lure Wt, 160 - 270grams, PowerExtra Heavy
- Shimano Torium 16
- Power Pro 65lb
4) 7'6" M Hurricane Calico Jack IM7, CAJ-457, Line Wt. 8-17lb, Lure Wt 3/8-3/4oz, Power: Medium
- Shimano Solstace 4000 FI
- Power Pro 20lb
5) 6' Ande Tournament Stand Up Rod, ASU-601A SDRMH, Line Wt. 20-50, Power: Medium Heavy
- Shimano TLD-30A 2-Speed
- Power Pro 65lb
6) 6'6" Shimano Trevala, TVC-66MH, Line Wt. 50-100lb, Jig Wt 50-100g, Power: Medium Heavy, Action: Medium Fast
- Abu Garcia 6500C3
- Power Pro 30lb
7) 7' Shimano Trevala, TVC-70ML, Line Wt. 20-50lb, Jig Wt 55-135g, Power: Medium Light, Action: Medium Fast
- Abu Garcia 6500C3
- Power Pro 30lb
Plus a few other misc saltwater rigs that are used sparingly and some Bass rigs which I won't use in salt water.
Cast Nets
-5' 3/8" Plastic enclosed weights
-6' 3/16" Super Spreader SS-1000 1 lb per foot
-7' 3/8" Mako 1lb per foot
Filming
GoPro Hero 11 Black
GoPro Hero 8 Black
GoPro Hero 7 Black
GoPro Hero 4 Black with Sennheiser MKE2 Elements waterproof microphone.
GoPro Hero 4 Silver
GoPro Hero 3 Black
Panasonic G7
-14-42mm F3.5-5.8
-20mm F1.7
Software: Adobe Premeire Elements and Photoshop Elements
The Car - 2009 Honda Fit Base Model - 5 Speed Manual, Yakima Roof Rack.
The Motorcycle - 1997 BMW F650
Header Graphic Created By: Jeff Kaphingst (www.jeffthedesigner.com) (www.rack30.com)

[@mauart.7893]

"So, I didn't die." Steve, cameraman never dies.

[@psyler7086]

Bro took a nap on a kayak offshore

[@brianmc7292]

New plan of ‘quitting but still moving forward’ summed up my momentum pretty well

[@jamesf5987]

If I were you I would be wearing an inflatable PFD with a PLB and handheld VHF attached to it. 15 miles offshore with no other boats around. If you somehow fell off your kayak and weren’t able to get back to it, you wouldn’t be making it home. I know you are a capable seaman and Ive learned a lot about fishing from your videos. Thanks for all that you do.

[@richards1342]

Way to turn a bad day into a teachable moment. Legend.

[@Fishing_With_Essex]

Another big factor I know Steve knows is having an effective anchoring system to hold your position if things really go to hell.

[@mattclark5480]

Wow, glad you made it back. Thanks for the video.

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

Another option... WINDPADDLE. For going down wind. After using one (Cheap copy) I never kayak without having one in/on my kayak. Only mod is, you'll have to add 2 pad eyes just forward of your pedal drive.

[@2ssfbbh]

I am one of those subscribers that really wants to see you jig at the wreck. But after this little adventure, i appreciate even more the old off shore videos. Glad you are safe.

[@dvcer11boo8]

That word suck came out numerous times. Glad it worked out.

[@stevehogan8829]

Man I really feel for you Steve. On the bright side you have the good pedal drive and you are physically capable of the task.. I;m still working towards my recovery. Glad you could do it. I love your videos Sir, Sitting here in my all about the bait shirt waiting until I can get out. I'll have to think about you not accepting help. I'm sure I would accept help if nothing else was available. I only kayak fish now with a paid guide that I know and trust because I would require help in a situation like you were in. I do understand not making that part of your plan. Thanks for taking me with you today, Excellent video Sir

[@pepepepito623]

Highjacking this comment...5 minutes and the title,yes! Time to quit and go back home. Did you see a priest in your way to the ramp in addition to that banana somewhere inside your hull? Gulfstream:England Northern wind: cuba...

[@jeremyvelkoff1487]

I've always thought what would happen if the motor gives out when you are blue watering.... so glad you made it back... great review of the basic safety steps to take for a well planned trip.

[@JeffreyDRein]

I once saw a small single engine plane crash off seven mile bridge in a sudden squal that had me hunkering down in the channel outside sunshine key Marina... Heard his sos as flew sideways over my last trying to follow US 1 to marathon.... Coast guard said it was too tough to go out and get him.... Never heard of him again

[@NS-yu6yf]

how old is that outboard? I'd invest in newer 4 stroke with EFI

[@alanknight4418]

Hand held radio dude! Not only for help I'm broke down, but anyone out here on the fish. The dude that checked on you couldn't help bring you in?

[@gwrulzmylife]

Been there, done that. Luckily, my motor stopped and I was only about 2 or 3 miles from Key Largo. The hobie fins were much better than paddling.

[@josephprimavera2545]

I'm in the Lower Keys and always take an epirb with me. Fishing has been slow with only 1 or 2 Mahi here and there. Really enjoy your videos!

[@superfinnman]

Just an idea, add another motor mount and two motors when you go way offshore

[@daveorr6848]

I had a similar ignition issue with my 2005 Honda Pilot. I fixed it by squirting WD40 into the key hole and inserting and removing the key. Grunge build up on the tumblers causes them to stick. I would insert and remove about 10 times and then squirt more WD40. Every few insertions and removals I would wipe down the key to remove the dirt that comes out of the lock. Make sure you put plastic on the floor as the excess WD40 will run out of the bottom of the ignition cylinder. Repeat until there is no dirt on the key. I had to do this twice a few months apart before the key would work perfectly and the sticking issue never returned. Give it a try Steve.

[@velocity800]

i dont think the emission system is the problem, do you know that this 2.5 hp outboards has tiny fuel filters ? it clogs easily, when was the last time you clean your filter? i own one that's why i know.

[@2204thientai]

Sta-bil for fuel tank and a spray can of carburetor cleaner. A good 10mm-8mm socket kit, a good long head crew driver, some piano wire or steel leader for cleaning the jet nozzle. That is some basis "survival" for my outboard moto., I carry them with my outboard everywhere i go. Lol... Even thought i use the kit a lot, but most of the time i use the kit for my friend outboard or someone having troubles that i pass by.

[@JeffreyDRein]

You don't suck Steve you rock!

[@youtubeplumbing]

Good thing you made it back home

[@Backroad_Junkie]

Okay, my day is going a whole lot better than Steve's, lol. But at least he gets to go fishing! 😁 Edit: I'm glade he made it back alive! Okay, any remark I could make would be a spoiler...

[@jackdude2626]

good job thanks for sharing

[@youtubeplumbing]

This would definitely happen to me if I try to go out there

[@tommessner3502]

I have always worried about you breaking down way off shore. Well, it happened. Maybe you ought to have an electric motor as a back up. I know, more weight.

[@totalnoobfishing1753]

Hate to be Captain Sarcasm, but maybe keep reminding yourself to go to a mechanic.

[@TheMrTopman]

Sea Tow for Kayaks

[@richardperez8113]

Jeez man that’s scary

[@Nikkoz33]

What do you use for navigation especially in the dark?

[@208miuwu]

Possible cracked fuel line. All that emissions stuff on a little outboard. Hmm

[@11ccom]

Starter fluid works all the time. yes...

[@RRFISHING1]

Steve, glad you made it back, uoutofyamind.

[@mattheweble5952]

A life jacket kinda negates the fear of sinking

[@TheDomin8rr]

Another point of failure on those pedal drives is that cable/chain that swings hydrosails back & forth. Mine failed where the chain meets the cable. Seems like in-line primer bulb could maybe be plumbed into that fuel hose between tank & pump to pressurize flow. @13:42 How long before you noticed your rudder was up?

[@11ccom]

gas, spark, compression

[@craigerickson6308]

Might be worth considering a sail or even a kite for an added mode of power incase of an emergency??? Be safe man.

[@michaelbrashear6308]

Sounds like you lost the slow speed channel of the carb. Probably some junk in the fuel clogged it up.

[@RoyLennox]

That engine is crazy bad design

[@11ccom]

Cuba is not that far away.

[@Violence0vAction]

🤙🏼

[@SpruceSculptures]

Spray some Triflo lube in the key slot and put key in and out.

[@victrou280]

4th

[@anthonyvespia6662]

I don't think Steve is crazy at all, going 15 to 18 miles off-shore. He's very independent, knows his motors, kayaks, equipment, and has years of knowledge, especially in the keys. He doesn't fear anything out there, doesn't panic, and has everything on board he needs. I love my motors, but my fin-drive, paddle, and PFD are always on my kayak. My PFD is always on me. I've never launched without my, paddle, fin drive, extra water, my cell, radio, and my lights. I don't cheap out on other equipment, a bilge pump, headlamp, tools for the kayak, first-Aid kit, etc.I've seen so many fishing kayaks with so much $$ in fishing gear, and kayak accessories, but not one thing to save yourself, or your vessel, in a real emergency. Glad you're home safe Steve! Knew you'd eventually get back. Thanks for the great things you covered in this video. 💯 🛶 🎣

[@MrCubanito321]

Work out of your life