How I prepare my boat for Bahamas Gulfstream Crossing Miami to Bimini in a Crooked Pilothouse

[@denisesimpson969]

Captain I love how safe you are

[@OutOnTheReef]

thanks cap i try my best and thanks for watching cap.

[@Picasofly]

Good to see you're getting back on the water. 4 to 5s in a 21'....be careful. It will make for an exciting trip. Make video please.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. And yes i will be filming all the time that way i can bring you along 👍⚓️🛥

[@AchikSarih]

Merci beaucoup ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nestore3448]

Good seas and tight lines! Can’t wait to see the next video 👍

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. Soon you will see the first day👍🛥⚓️ thanks for following

[@christianruiz8410]

Hello Captain, missed your videos. I am glad the weather is letting you come back. Looking forward to your videos from the Bahamas. Safe sailing!!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. The ocean is been terrible everywhere 😪 but now im back and very hungry to eat fish and lobster 🦞 😋 Thanks for your support cap

[@SRT8DEMONGUY]

Thanks for the video. We were there around the same time. Weather was interesting, 4-6 with 30-35 mph wind. Be well...

[@OutOnTheReef]

Yes cap it was a wired weather but no rain or storms that was a plus

[@ftlaud911]

Stay safe Cap and have a fun trip. Look forward to the videos.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain and see you on the next video very soon.

[@paulb351]

I was starting to get worried about you. Can't wait , keep the adventures coming

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, Paul. It's been 5 and a 1/2 months. I have never been so long away from the reef.👍⚓️

[@captainrick9379]

I think you got everything covered! Have a safe crossing! Thanks for sharing! 😎👍🌴⚓

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. And is great to hear from you, ⚓️🛥👍

[@perfectfitboating]

The captains back! Can’t wait for your next adventure! 🤙

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap.good fishing coming your way hopefully 😁🛥👍

[@robertovalls]

Very thorough great way to prepare for your journey, stay safe cap I’ll see you on the next video!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain and yes, I'm looking forward to sharing it with you. Thanks for watching.

[@TheTradingCFO]

Was missing your videos, great to see you are back.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain. Appreciate you being part of the channel and hopefully I will bring these new videos really quick captain

[@nofameculture]

The crew is well rested and ready navigate! 📢📢 Full steam ahead Captain ⚓

[@OutOnTheReef]

Tha ks cap ,is well overdue

[@dmdstar698]

Great preparation work! Thanks for sharing. Batten down the hatches...now, the Captain is ready! Smooth and safe sailing, Cap! We await your next adventure!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain. You're awesome and I love to see that. You have 3500 subscribers. Thanks for being part of my channel.

[@Alpaka_Lolo]

¡Hacía falta un video suyo! Thanks for taking the time to highlight the meticulous process that goes into preparing for a Miami to Bimini crossing, Captain. A mi abuelo y a mi papá, habaneros ambos, les encantaba hacer ese viaje juntos. I can’t wait to see the awesome video that will result from your trip!

[@OutOnTheReef]

You're awesome, captain.Thank you so much for being part of the channel.And definitely I'll keep you updated on the next video, y saludame a tu familia

[@deananderson4286]

Safe Journey Captain!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain.And soon I'll bring you along my trip on my videos captain thank you for watching

[@maxfrenn3281]

Excited for your trip. Be save and enjoy.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks Max for your support 👍🛥⚓️😁

[@lazycranch1552]

Ready for another great season with you Captain! I will pray for your safe crossing. Catch you on the next video

[@OutOnTheReef]

Awesome cap. And thanks for being part of my channel, see you on the next video

[@riverakers]

Have a safe trip!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you , captain and it's great to hear from you again

[@JimWILLIAMS-r3g]

One space saver is to add to your boat a. Bag of cotton ball and a small bottle of shrimp scent. Easy way to catch bait and not have natural fish food. Easy storage, cheap, always

[@OutOnTheReef]

I have never heard of it, but thank you for sharing that captain.

[@marlonmanansala9053]

Thanks for thorough review of this expensive cheaply made boat. The only thing made this boat expensive is Demand. I still want one.

[@OutOnTheReef]

L o l so you will still have the same poor quality built🤣

[@hookednrolling2009]

Glad to see you back Capt. Now I’ll watch. JT

[@OutOnTheReef]

Lol thanks cap for your petitions😁👍🛥⚓️

[@poozknuckle]

Great to see you getting back "Out On The Reef"!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap is about time 👍🛥⚓️

[@andrewfyakim525]

Hi Capt... great to see you back with another helpful video! Looking forward to watching your next trip!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain. And soon I'll bring you my latest trip. Weather is supposed to be better. And as you know, I've been waiting a long time for this. Thanks for watching captain. See you soon.

[@victoroneal7564]

Good to see you back 😊

[@OutOnTheReef]

Take the captain and it's great to be back🛥⚓️👍

[@zylomorph]

Very good episode. I hope to follow in your footsteps one day!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. And i hope you can make it there too cap.and hopefully i will see you there cap.

[@connorbaird699]

Love your ingenuity Capt! You are well prepared

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. I like to show this to my viewers that way i can show them that it takes alot of prep to make thos long trips 😉👍🛥⚓️

[@jeffreypinder9398]

Nice job on the deck non-skid, looks factory. Well prepped, Captain. Stay safe out there. Keep in touch. Jeff

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks Jeff 👍 And I'll keep you updated on the trip.Captain thanks for watching

[@richardbeese7635]

Great job with the ninskid on the sole, also the modifications on the cushion stay are cool. Every season you tweek it a little more. I've been getting the itch, I drove my truck for the first time in 11 months since this health thing . I'm going to let other skippers take me this year and open the Grady next spring. Keep up the content Cap

[@OutOnTheReef]

Hello, captain.And the reason I painted it is was because it was getting dirty too often and it wasdelivery and now with a nunskit is much better And I hope you can get your Grady white boat on the water soon captain.

[@holeeshietpyro4072]

love this boat and how organized and well thought out you have this setup. starting to love these pilothouse boat models

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap.👍🛥

[@craigc.7033]

Awesome your back..........was getting boring watching those other KZbinr channels with way to much skimpy bikinis. 😀😀😀

[@OutOnTheReef]

Lol cap. They show too much amd i hide too mutch 🤣👍👍 Thanks for being awesome.You're of my channel captain

[@oceandeepfishing4555]

Hi, captain. Well, that was a well thorough preparation for your trip. Have a safe crossing. Looking forward to seeing each day. You're over there.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. And sure will, i hope the fishing is 👍

[@murphy2513]

Nice to see you back Capt.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you Captain and soon I'll show you the new trip captain thank you for watching

[@MrRuud109]

Nice video with interesting content. Have a safe trip captain, hope you catch some nice fish!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain and yes, me too I want to get some lobsters and fish this time. And thanks for coming along my trip by watching captain.

[@patscally5390]

Via con Dios, Captain! It's been very windy and choppy here on the Gulf coast, too. I've only had my boat (20' Center Console) out 4 or 5 times so far this year. Most of the time the weatherman has been wrong. I still like to get out, though. You appear to be well prepared, as always. Safe journeys and smooth sailing!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Wow, captain, it's been bad for all of us , And for me has been five and a half months that's a long time And I hope you can get on the water soon.Captain thanks for watching

[@rolandvance6663]

good to see u back 👍🏼👍🏼safe crossing

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you. Captain and I hope you like the new videos.Thanks for watching

[@terry6181]

Good video. Great advice. Enjoy your trip.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you Terry for watching my channel.And soon I'll bring a new content 👍😁⚓️🛥

[@miguelnieves9926]

Great to see you back captain 🫡 looking forward to watching new content. Be safe on your crossing 🍻

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. For sticking by my channel you are awesome 👍👍🛥⚓️

[@gator-ii7sw]

good tips captain,,, safe travels

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain, and I'll keep you updated on the future.Videos captain thanks for watching

[@stephenlwest]

Great informative video. Just and idea, video on how you wash the boat.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you for the awesome suggestion in captain and for being part of the channel

[@agaramelan7319]

Hoorayy..Indonesia on board again with you .with best coffee ..two cups. .05:22 from Indonesia

[@OutOnTheReef]

Hello cap. Noce to hear from you again, and yes coffee is ready, please dont come wen im sleeping and take my coffee machine 🤣👍👍

[@sssanford608]

Looks good cap missed you brother can’t wait for video god bless and be safe

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks 👍 cap you are awesome viewer 👍⚓⚓

[@Ushootout]

Hi Capt . Good info. Nice to see you going back to paradise.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. It's been a long time for me too, captain.👍🛥⚓️

[@OutOnTheReef]

Saludos

[@Glenn.F]

Safe crossing Captain. Looking forward to the video.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks Glenn and soon i will bring this videos to you, let me know what you think after you see the videos cap

[@nathanclaytor4083]

Just found your channel with this episode,very informative and well done. I like your entire setup, you obviously spend a lot of hours on careful attention to detail. Hope to find details on your air conditioning setup (how it’s powered and installation)in previous posts. Looking forward to future posts.👍⚡️

[@OutOnTheReef]

Awesome and thank you cap. And yes i do have several videos on the ac installation one is shorter and the other one is more detailed, hope you like them and welcome aboard my channel

[@Steve-Jody]

The Best modified pilot house you’ll ever find ! At least in the chitty crossing seas you’ll stay dry.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Lol cap. And you may be right because i spend 100s of ours making this boat run like a little house. Thanks for your support cap.

[@jerrybaumgartner3468]

Whew! … welcome back, was getting worried about you

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap. I have some great trip coming up for you. Thanks for looking out cap.

[@randallyee9272]

Hello Captain, It’s been a while. Looking forward to your next video. Safe travels Captain.🙏🏼

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks cap and soon you will see the fist video and thanks for watching cap.

[@benjaminmanning2165]

Crazy how active your subscribers are, a little perspective here - chris williamson 2 mil subscribers 109 comments in 9 hours, out on the reef 56 in 13 hours man your viewers (me included) are really involved. Great content man thanks for the effort and safe travels

[@OutOnTheReef]

You are awesome buddy thank you and to you too ,i have awesome viewers like you to thanks and are very appreciated ⚓️🛥👍

[@jamesf5987]

Fair seas to you, captain!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you james and I really appreciate your support

[@DeepBlueChannelCom]

saludos capitan ya pronto el tiempo va a estar mejor ya ahorita la velocidad del ventilador afloja

[@OutOnTheReef]

Jajaja capi si eso espero porque si sique asy bendo el barco jorobado🤣

[@DeepBlueChannelCom]

@@OutOnTheReef cómprate un riff rones de los que vende miguel te busco

[@nigelcrowe1]

Awesome video!!! I met you to get the EV1 - have a great trip!! Catch lots of fish!! Looking forward to more videos

[@OutOnTheReef]

Hello captain it was It's awesome to meet someone like you. That you're passionate about voting, just like me. We have both something very much in common. And I'm sure we'll, we'll see each other again in the future, captain. And I hope you enjoythe EV1 Sensor ,the heart of my boat is with your now🛥😁👍

[@alfonseca9284]

I've been wondering if we would see you soon! Looking forward enjoying the trip with you!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Yes, captain. Hopefully, 1 day we'll meet up there. And thanks for watching

[@ratfinkron5793]

Lets Go Capt. its fishing time!!!!!!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Yes i agree, lookout 🦞 lobster and fist the Crooked pilothouse is coming for you🤣👍🛥⚓️

[@Roger-gm9tl]

Looks like you got everything figured out, only experience on your boat can figure these things out & if adjustments wants, needs to be made you can build things around you to your taste, needs, one suggestion, have you considered velcro under cushions to hold them in place ?

[@OutOnTheReef]

@@Roger-gm9tl I have to remove the cushion sometimes so the bell chrome may not last but that's a good suggestion captain

[@linkavichchamofskee5519]

Love this channel. Been watching since back when "You can find me in the water" 😂 Be careful bud. Looking forward to another trip

[@OutOnTheReef]

Lol cap. That was a awesome gingle and thanks fpr being a long time subscriber

[@SHOE53]

The Capt is all ways prepare nice video.👍

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you captain and yes is the safest way😁👍

[@seerex8398]

love the prep and organization , but would take a working motor over steering lol

[@OutOnTheReef]

Lol cap. Great point 🤣

[@primetimefishing2436]

Great video!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain for watching and soon. I'll bring you new footage of my new trip. Thanks again 👍😁⚓️

[@Paul-bc5vi]

Good to see you Capt been wondering what you been up too

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain. It's been 5 and a 1/2 months that I've been waiting for good weather. It's been terrible down here. Florida, as well as all over the Earth, has been crazy. Weather, but now I'm getting back on the boat. Thank you for watching captain.

[@johngranato2673]

Ahoy, Skipper. Good to have you back on the tube. Good luck and stay well.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you John for watching my channel.And soon I will bring you new videos captain👍

[@johngranato2673]

@@OutOnTheReef By the way, when I had my boat (I lived near Coconut Grove), I always started the engine and warmed it up at home before heading to the marina--that way I could address any problems before I left the house. I bet you do the same thing. Tight lines and good fishing!

[@OutOnTheReef]

@@johngranato2673 That's an awesome idea, captain, but I did maintenance on the engine and yes, I did turn it on but not the day before, but you have a great point there, captain.

[@larryfrench2675]

Enjoy cap

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thanks, captain and soon.I'll bring you new foolish of my new trip.Thank you for watching

[@garyferrer2032]

Safe travels Bro

[@OutOnTheReef]

You got it bro and it's nice to hear from you😉⚓️👍🛥

[@707fv]

Thanks for a great video, capt. If I could add some feedback, a visual of the weather app you use and how you plan ahead by knowing when good nav weather will be available. I always wondered how big a vessel needs to be to cross the gulf. I hope to one day have someone to cross with.

[@OutOnTheReef]

That's a great. Suggestion, captain 1 day, I may show what will be the weather conditions that I will look for. Thank you for watching and also is great to hear from you again captain

[@1mw4tch1ng]

the rough texture deck is nice but it gets dirty fast and harder to clean.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Very true, captain. But my boat gets very slippery. Especially his small boat. So it moves a lot in the ocean. So slipping and sliding with the knife on my hand is a no no. But I see your point. I brought a habit without the nonsense to for cleanliness.

[@Roger-gm9tl]

Suggestion, why not use velcro underneath the seat cushions so they don't slide instead of having that piece of divider protruding right behind the cushions ? Enjoy, have a good safe trip !

[@OutOnTheReef]

Great idea cap. But my solution works very well and it was practically free😁👍⚓️

[@sharronhumphries6727]

Hello Captain, I really like the small vertical ratchet strap you have on your trailer. Where did u get it from ?.

[@OutOnTheReef]

I don't remember it was a long time ago, but it's a heavy duty like commercial type. Search for commercial straps hope it helps

[@sharronhumphries6727]

Thank you Captain

[@OutOnTheReef]

@@sharronhumphries6727 Anytime, captain.

[@cbberlanga]

Hey Capt. did you make a video on how you painted the back of your deck.. the boat looks great by the way…

[@OutOnTheReef]

Hello cap. Thanks and no i didn't make a video, i was in a hurry to make this weather window, i use tatal boat paint good stuff

[@francus7227]

I didn't hear you say, "I've got my shark magnets." I hope my comment and thumbs up 👍 tapping feeds the algorithm monsters.

[@OutOnTheReef]

yes i have them on board cap and i will put them to the test on this trip again cap 😉👍👍👍👍

[@AdventuresofHappyOurs]

Amazing how much you squeeze into the boat! Thanks for the info as we hope to travel there one day with our boat. Does Bimini and the Bahamas have the same customs/ checkin process?

[@OutOnTheReef]

Yes, they're very similar. Sometimes their offices are disattached from each other. But if you go to West End, all the office are together. But it bid me. You just gotta walk one block away from the other office.

[@arciefan]

What's wrong with ethanol fuel in the generator? Bought mine in 2012 and have never used ethanol free gas in it and no problems. I do start it once a month along with all my small engines and never a problem with them either. I run those engines anywhere from 5 minutes to 10 or 15 minutes if they have a battery . To each their own I guess

[@OutOnTheReef]

You're right, captain. But ethanol free fuel is more expensive in this for a reason, because ethanol is an additive like a filler to give you more for less.

[@sharonbraselton3135]

4 to 5 feet 21 fot boat 1m8 to 10 feet naxium wave jigh

[@OutOnTheReef]

It is a little while ride, but I've done it before. And on the positive side it's only eight seconds apart👍😁🛥⚓️

[@ronsutterfield8430]

you really fixed up your boat

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain.I try my best to make it like home

[@pcbfisher3876]

I’m excited for your trip cap! What direction of wind do you prefer for the crossing and what direction is a no go?

[@OutOnTheReef]

hello cap i think North winds are not that good for navigations , thanks for waiting for my next video cap.

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Luna 17 we add 10 galoner water rsk wmdrash water wsgh diwn aftereffects then fairy delrreo

[@samuelquintana461]

Let’s do some deep drop . Put that Daiwa to work lol

[@OutOnTheReef]

You better believe it, captain.I want to hear that Rio scream.L o l thanks for watching

[@jamescarid3448]

Great prep. How does the fee work, can you come and go as many times for a specific period or do you pay every time you enter the Bahamas? cheers.

[@OutOnTheReef]

You have a initial payment of a $150, but you can return back with a 90 days for free.

[@jamescarid3448]

@@OutOnTheReef Thanks, have a safe trip.

[@csrboltfan2643]

LASSIE !!!

[@OutOnTheReef]

😉that's right

[@Kinghunter182]

What kind van or truck , you use for towing your boat ? Is it 4x4 or AWD ?

[@OutOnTheReef]

Is a Sprinter 3.0 liter diesel cap ,max towing 5000 lb

[@frankfernandez2182]

Hi, would u share what type raft do u use? Thanks

[@OutOnTheReef]

hello cap i got it at amazon but is discontinued but they have similar ones if you search for it

[@RayneMarch14]

What type of paperwork did you need to travel to Bahamas? Love your journeys and education 🙏

[@OutOnTheReef]

hello cap you have to go to CLICK2CLEAR bahamas custom and do your entry application there cap.

[@FMorgigno1]

Great video. Where is the head on your boat??

[@OutOnTheReef]

It's in the very front under the bed. Like the first cushion, captain, there's a potty there.

[@FMorgigno1]

@@OutOnTheReef I think you should mention that in another video Capt. You do such an amazing job articulating your work. I think people would be interested. I’ll tell you a quick story: my friend is a fishing boat captain either a 2520. He needed to replace his water pumps. I sent him your video and he did it himself step by step using your video!!!! Saved him about $1000! He loves you now😂

[@OutOnTheReef]

@FMorgigno1 Wow, captain. That is awesome that makes me really happy. And tell him welcome to the Out On The Reef family. And I do have other videos on maintenance of the engine that he may find helpful. Thanks for helping your friend with my videos, captain.

[@rod272727]

velcro for cushions bro

[@OutOnTheReef]

Good point, captain.Thanks with a great suggestion

[@Roly1105]

No Potty???? LOL

[@OutOnTheReef]

Yes, the potty is under the bed and one of the first cushions. It must have because that what makes it legal. To stay overnight

[@bigbitebones]

Dale, listo para navegar!

[@OutOnTheReef]

Tremendo te tengo de pasagero 😁👍

[@billzinkhan6403]

Nice to see you back Capt.

[@OutOnTheReef]

Thank you, captain, and I'm excited too.Thanks for watching