Quick Boat Update Part 27: Driving in Rain

Just a simple video showing myself and some friends staying the night out on 'The Hook'
The 'product' I mention is called a 'Mooring Bar'. By chance, while I was making this video a friend introduced me to the inventor. I was told he was very close to producing and marketing an innovative tool for boaters. His invention allows small boats to tie up together without fear of bumping into one another, even if waked by another boat or in rough seas. It could also attach a boat temporarily to a dock cleat. I have witnessed a fender blow up when smashed between my boat and my friend Matt's boat, so I was very intrigued. The actual product isn't for sale yet, though. So, my part as a guy that might showcase an existing item was not really viable. And to invest a large sum of money to get molds made and parts ready for retail isn't a reality for me. Even though if this idea took off, it could be very lucrative, I have already set my sights on creating a different business. This path of making a 'Mooring Bar' a thing you can find in stores is meant for someone else. And like I said in this video, I think the inventor is a nice dude. So, I offered to show his idea in hopes that there might be someone out there willing to help him raise the nearly 200k he would need to get this product in stores.
Having high hopes of my own to start a kayak rental/destination here in Tampa, I understand how scary it is to have such dreams and truly wish this guy well and mentioned this for nothing. It's not making me a dime to add this to my video, but it feels right to use the reach on social media I have to possibly help this guy achieve a dream. Lord knows, I couldn't have gotten to where I am without a few people spreading the word about me and my kayak adventures on KZbin! So, this is a small gesture of me giving back.
Anyone who thinks they can help can him can message me in the comments or on my Facebook page and I'll get you both in touch with each other.
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It would be nice to someday say, You've heard of the Mooring Bar? I helped that guy get started!
And like I said at the end of the video, THANKS to everyone out there keeping trash where it belongs; Out of our waterways
Thanks for Watching
-Marty
the inventor's email for those interested in investing is,
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[@vprinceii]

the last time I got to go fishing with my dad he rented a jon boat from the COAST GUARD an we started at 4am. The moment we left the dock we started seeing trash in the water. my dad pulled back up to the boat launch and tied up the boat. he went into the office and ask the guy for a few large trash bags, we ended up spending 18 hrs on the river taking 8 full 35 gallon bags out of fowl river in mobile, ala. I love my dad for teaching me that life lesson that day. every time we came back for more bags the guy figured out what we were doing and refilled our gas tanks three times and got us lunch and dinner. we wanted to come back the next weekend but we couldn't rent the boat for four more months. I we had a canoe or kayak then that river would be the cleanest today. the last thing we talked about two weeks before he passed was that day. he actually apologize to me for not be able to fish that day. I told him, for what we did that day we gave other fathers and son a better and cleaner place to fish for the future. I don't know if the guy is still doing it, but he started a clean up program for that river then. if you brought back a bag of trash from the river they would give you something for free. its been 20 years since I been there though.

[@zoffinger]

This comment gave me goosebumps, Victor. Sounds like your dad was a good guy.

[@leviwilliams6156]

Mobile in the house

[@MalcoDude]

A good man 😊👍🏻

[@kevintoepper2828]

Wow that was a great story if I had a kid I would be making him clean up also

[@quinnprescott9741]

out of every single fisherman that does youtube you are my favorite. your so relaxing and you should make more vids. thx

[@jhen6690]

thanks for cleaning up the island. we do the same thing every time we are out. its sad but being a good steward is everyone's responsibility.

[@zoffinger]

Thanks on behalf of the people in your neighborhood, Jim

[@roaddog4334]

Boating, fishing, BBQ, beer, friends & two great dogs is a recipe for success! Sadly too many people work too many years for a retirement that will never be realized. Marty, you get it! Sláinte

[@micalooch1]

I think your viewers, like myself, find themselves daydreaming about living the lifestyle in your videos, and enjoy them a lot. And thank you for spreading the word about cleaning up after yourself, as well as the ever-present freeloaders that don't seem to get it.

[@adamcoyne230]

I grew up in ft lauderdale diving and fishing and now i live in california.i would not trade anything in the world for growing up that way.your channel reminds me of all the good times i had with my dad in the water.thanks.

[@denny6281]

West coast of Florida. Boat. Two pups. fishing rods. Priceless! Keep living the dream Marty!

[@HokeeFi]

Thanks for taking care of the trash properly, leaving a clean place for the next person who visits that island.

[@fishfreak2001]

Its very upsetting to see the trash. When I go on the water I always find garbage and fishing line in the mangroves. I always do my best to get it all out. One time I had seen a pelican caught in fishing line that was stuck in the mangroves and I had manged to free it. Glad there are still people like you who always keeps the waterways clean. Great Video!

[@zoffinger]

you mean, people like us, KINGNEPTUNE2001

[@fishfreak2001]

zoffinger Yup!

[@jimmyceltic4120]

zoffinger hey there is a channel called Game of thrones using all of your video's has their own has a girl for thumbnail type in game of thrones kayak and it comes up

[@Myyt6908]

thank you for picking up the trash. wish more people would respect those places. loved watching the dogs.

[@Tetsaraku]

I really like the vibe in your videos! Cool, calm and collected. :)

[@jessicafishes]

That's a huge bag of trash, Marty. It's such a shame that people litter and taint public places. Thanks for doing more than your part and leaving the island a better place.

[@petertrout8140]

Marty, you are living the dream. Many of us are living that through you, keep them coming...

[@niceclassicboat6874]

Yes, you should always keep your waterways clean. Thanks for showing and doing it! ..long time ago, it was our father who tought us boys to keep the nature clean when you leave your fishing spot (at the shore or on a boat) and nowadays its my son who surprised me with cleaning up the beach without telling him. :-)

[@Sea2SeaAdventures]

Marty, I know this is an old video, but these are among my favorite videos. Watching you take the house out to your favorite fishing spot, taking the dogs to shore and cooking your catch. Good to see you taking M - F off.

[@andresvelazquez549]

Hi there, it is awesome having people like you around I personally an a salt water Reef enthusiast, I know how garbage damage the reef system an our ecosystem, you doing a great job out there, and The mooring bar it is something that eventually everyone will have, well take care my friend...

[@TopWaterAssassin78]

Thank you for helping to keep these nice places clean. I hate when people leave their trash behind. Thanks for sharing Marty..

[@beverlyparrish9846]

Last night I was watching all of your boat updates, and all I could think of was how bad I wish you posted another one! Thank you so much! Your videos are low-key awesomeness!!

[@joeldeutscher7077]

Good on you for supporting LNT principles. We've only got one Earth; let's preserve it for everyone to enjoy!

[@waltp.7632]

My dad always taught me to never throw trash out. We always picked up garbage every time we went out in the boat. Now I teach my kids the same way I was taught. Every time we ride the toys on the mountain we pick up everything we come across. Sad how people will throw out garbage. Really enjoy the videos new subscriber and look forward to catching up. Have started at boat update 1 and here I am.

[@patrickmcbride9841]

your dogs are so fun to watch! they are such happy campers!

[@tullywatson6823]

Appreciate your concern and awareness for the beautiful areas that you visit, Marty. If only footprints were the only things left from visiting these beautiful locations...

[@philcarr7015]

Good message. Needs to be more people like you taking care of those places and getting other people to do so.

[@penney304]

Enjoy your videos, thanks for taking the time to clean up that beach. when I go hiking on the trail or when I'm at the beach , I take a bag just to pick up trash left by others. I don't like doing this but I don't like looking at trash either. My motto, "Earth, not a bad place to live... let's all keep it clean."

[@zoffinger]

Good motto, Gary

[@monstermug]

Love your video adventures! It's a great feeling owning a boat! Forget about fishing videos. There are millions out there. Keep them coming please!

[@allendabold5611]

We seem to be cut from the same cloth. I'm always picking up other peoples trash. I hope to see in my life time the ban of single use containers and plastic bags. Thanks for spreading the word. Live life ;-)

[@rhenley78]

Good to see more content, and somebody else trying to keep the sport alive.

[@yellowdeer7163]

That was a lot of fun on that fishing trip. Good friends, good time and good eats. Thanks Marty.

[@joeyguillen5847]

Haven't watched since I seen your content a year ago. Watched a few now and then I think last update was 11! Zoffinger you are awesome and may God bless you for many more days! Fish on yehawww

[@Tatation1971]

I absolutely love your channel and the fact that you are a great outdoorsman and they responsible Stewart. Thank you for sharing your videos and by the way your dogs are absolutely beautiful.

[@kayakengineer]

What up Marty, you were my first ever you-tube subscription several years ago when you were still on the 9 foot red beast. One of the reasons I subscribed was because in one of your earlier videos you mentioned picking up garbage left behind by others on these beautiful islands. Being an Environmental Engineer I admired this simple act. Good to see that you haven't changed. Now back to some kayak fishing please. See Ya.

[@mact412]

Watching this "Quick Boat Update" series for the third time. I love Marty's videos

[@LasVegasVocalist]

You're a good man and a great steward, Marty. I hope to get out there sometime in the near future and shake your hand.

[@WaynJul]

Nice little outing. I drove down a long road into a bird sanctuary to a nice spot on the bay. I hauled out a bag of trash and wondered how long this place would be open to the public.

[@zoffinger]

We'll keep those places open, Wayn

[@pool2785]

Hi Marty, My family and I have spot on an island on the upper Mississippi we beach our house boat and we also pick up any trash we find, glad to see many more doing that. Been watching for about 3 years now. Thanks for your channel. Tom K.

[@zoffinger]

Somebodies gotta do it. Why not us, huh Tom?

[@sarathmenon85]

Great work... I hope everyone takes the good out of it... I did really like the last part of trashing the bag and ending with a closed lap... Very nice

[@Captain4life3]

thanks for the clean up.. do it when i am out cant stand such a beautiful space with trash in my pics. found you channel by and you make me want to take my boat on over nite trips. Thanks for showing me that its not about the distance from home but what you do with your time

[@liamandrewwoyen3454]

Your videos never cease to entertain! I cant wait to come over to America in 2 years time - I want to meet you so much! I hope you keep creating content for many more years to come, keep up the great work :)

[@code1outdoors311]

Thanks Marty. Appreciate the positive message. It can be contagious

[@zoffinger]

let's hope

[@KnifeCrazzzzy]

This video and the music was really well done, very calm and enjoyable!

[@HOOKEMINTHEMOUTHKAYAKFISHING]

Your awesome Marty! Love to see that there is good people left on earth!

[@victorsandoval3083]

Man Marty, you have got the life. Good for you bro.

[@Tide12NC]

Should do a live feed of the next outing. Great fun sitting under the stars and chatting with friends.

[@jcuevas119]

You are living the dream my friend.

[@tedfox2683]

Great video Marty!! Thumbs up for keeping it clean!!

[@yeoldegunporn]

I used to spend whole summers on that same ChrisCraft, well probably a different one, my uncle still has it, but same model. So trippy to see you in it. I slept in the that same spot for multiple summers, Haha. Thanks for sharing your experiences! Makes me want to fix up my dad's old Bertram.

[@Rich_ard]

I enjoy the boat adventures and the dogs are awesome.

[@RickRose]

Awesome video. A couple of boating observations: 1) I was taught to face the ladder on a boat at all times b/c you will want to do it without thinking when things are hairy. 2) When going into a low/no visibility weather situation, another thing to add to your checklist would be your compass heading, just in case the electronics go out. Not trying to be a know-it-all; just passing what I was taught. At the rate you're going, you will quickly have more experience than me.

[@zoffinger]

Always love good advice. Sometimes a reminder of the things we 'already know' are welcome too. Cause I get forgetful in my old age :^)

[@UrbanFisherman]

Always injoy the boat updates

[@xtinethevegangeek593]

Plus one million cool points for cleaning up the island. So many people love to take in the beauty of nature but often disrespect it with their trash. I used to go fishing with my grandparents back in the day and even tho I wasn't big into the fishing part I would spent my time cleaning up other people's garbage. I just don't understand how trashy people can be, pun intended.

[@zoffinger]

XtinetheVeganGeek thanks for pickin up after the anglers :^)

[@along4710]

Great videos, they help bring down my blood pressure.

[@joerockme7485]

ALWAYS ENJOY ZOFF. GOOD TO SEE THE DOG TOO.

[@Chas1160]

Hi Marty, just ran into your video on U Tube . I find it so relaxing to watch. It’s like being there, I’ve learned a lot about boating. I own a Bayliner 2858 and just cruise the San Francisco Bay in California. It’s not the quality of a Chris Craft but it serves my needs. Your boat is really nice. I have a small 12’ aluminum boat which I tow behind my boat. I bought it from Montgomery Wards and it’s made by Sea King. Both companies no longer exist. As time permits, I will continue watching.

[@GabesPlace1362]

Marty another excellent video and thanks for picking up the slack for other folks. It's so sad to see people trash these lovely little oasis' BTW you and I have exchanged morning greetings on numerous occasions, I fish around where u live.

[@zoffinger]

Cheers, Gabriel

[@treysmith1869]

You should make more vids! They are awesome . I love sitting down and relaxing and watching one of your vids always exiting and relaxing to see what your everyday activities !

[@mateoreyes9008]

always love seeing this kind of video

[@paulprattini6446]

Great message!! Keep livin the Marina Life!!

[@popogast]

Thanks for keeping the island tidy.

[@tollesbury1]

Great video Marty....what an adventure. Thanks for sharing with us .

[@goriverman]

Your a good man. I do the same thing, always leave it cleaner. Life is good, glad to see that your doing good.

[@gdjrod]

Man that looked like a fun trip , i love the ocean maybe one day me and the family will make a move to get closer. Glad to see you picked up the garbage on the island. I hate to see folks do that kind of thing and mess up the environment . Im always picking up fishing line or trash when i go fishing , and if everyone does there part to just pick up after themselves we can continue to enjoy the magic that nature brings us. Love the videos man keep up the great content.

[@nissestoppsladd2921]

Amazing boat, Greetings from a boater in sweden! Keep up the good work😎👍🏽

[@1539Mickey]

Hi Marty, I always enjoy your videos. Thanks, Mickey ( from NJ )

[@stevenquigley4208]

Great video. Thanks for taking out more than you came in with. It is a shame that you had to do it. We do it also. We always comment on the softball size tangle of fishing line, hooks, flounder rigs, and misc stuff that we took off the Beach. Thanks again, Steve Virginia Beach

[@drewringlein1183]

Thank you for your reply.. I will keep that in mind... I am a huge fan of your videos and I like everything that you do out on the water

[@brianmowers307]

Well played, Marty!!

[@mikebrumbly3504]

Nice to see the pups out being pups.

[@agonzalez8924]

These are damn good videos. From the way you capture footage, the angles you get, the way you narrate, down to the editing. Awesome job, and thank you!

[@greshond3]

So cool, it's always interesting following your daily blogs. I enjoy watching your personal tikki mods, and also the kayak inventions.

[@ktajax]

Mooring bar idea is nice idea. Best way to go about that is to perfect it, patent and sell to a boat outfitter like Taylor Made for a percentage of sales. That way they do all the work, take the liability and have capability to manufacture and the market presents.

[@owenwalsh6528]

I want to see u go off shore fishing on that boat

[@1pdigit]

And catch a monster fish!

[@andrewbooth6790]

1pdigit the boat is not meant for that

[@1pdigit]

Marty could land a monster tuna on that boat no problem. I'm sure he owns a gaff.

[@OutsetFPV]

No one said he COULDN'T do it. But the boat is not meant for running off shore.. Not only that.. Do you know how long it would take for him to actually get anywhere near tuna on the West Coast of Florida?

[@1pdigit]

If Sailing Salty was saying it's not meant for offshore I think he/she would have replied to the comment about taking it offshore, but he/she replied to my comment about catching a monster fish. So I just assumed he/she meant catching fish from it. However any saltwater fisherman would tell you this vessel is more than capable of going offshore. It has two fresh 350 cid Mercruiser engines in it. And the gulf is full of many different species of tuna, it's literally a breeding ground for certain types.......//my original comment was meant as a very light hearted thumbs up/pat on the back to Marty to let him know his subscribers care about him and always wish him the best.

[@Backstabber65]

that cup of coffee looks so satisfying lol

[@larsonestatesllc5433]

You should build a hard cover top and lace it with the thatch to make it look the same! And keep dry at the same time!

[@substance1]

I totally agree with you regarding people leaving thier garbage behind for others to pick up. Would love to give them a big fat fine for littering. It makes me sick.

[@jimmac9327]

Love the tiki top on your boat! Nice video

[@RangerRickTV]

new to your channel. I find your vlogs relaxing.

[@eddiestone5732]

Great stuff. Love seeing the local footage.

[@darylbrookins4273]

Absolutely awesome videos....keep up the great way of living.....

[@darrenwatson1539]

Nice ending shot. Loved the editing. Keep'um coming.

[@williamcoarsey5222]

Hey Marty, I love your coffee mug.

[@bikenmama]

Great video Marty. I love the message

[@jimboslice238]

Awesome Marty, thank you for sharing this! I would be happy to watch more of it!

[@chrishidalgo5998]

Thank you marty i love seeing this great post

[@observelistennlearn1415]

The boat is looking good, zophi!

[@thecamocanoe]

You're a good man Marty.

[@jamesbaumann1180]

When you raft up, having at least 1 of the other boat set their anchor improves piece of mind. Perhaps a stern anchor as well.

[@erichkestler1934]

I really like the bimini... very creative.

[@nagen38]

I always take at least a small grocery bag out with me ever since seeing one of your old videos about 5 or 6 years ago(Keep our fishy spots clean I think it was called) when I first started kayak fishing. I may not catch fish everytime, but I usually have a full bag of trash that I collect. As for the thatch, I spent some time in England and met a few roofers who repaired the thatched rooves that are still common there. The key is to have it tightly packed. Next time you have to replace the thatch, overlap it a little thicker than you have here and it should make a noticeable different in the leaks.

[@ridealongwithme6792]

You have a nice boat and a relaxing video nice one

[@andrewscott1508]

ha ha my friends always laugh because to me coffee in the morning it's imperative !

[@kevintoepper2828]

Here lately I've been bringing a extra bag with me and cleaning up every fishing spot I end up at it is sad the lack of respect for this beautiful place we live

[@michaelkolinski]

Hi Marty. I love your videos. Very relaxing and educational to watch. I was just thinking how cool and fun it would be to hang out with you for a 1/2 day or so. If you are ever interested, I'll bring a bunch of trash bags and mosquito spray and we can go pick up a bunch of garbage for the day. What a fun experience that would be, and rewarding too, giving back to the waterways that give us so much fun and pleasure. Let me know.

[@shansreef7448]

I love your videos, you're doing a first class job, keep up the good work. By the way, my wife and I were in your area yesterday, after watching a video the day before. We never quite made it to your place, but we were just scouting around looking for a place to launch our kayaks in the future. We have two pedal Hobies. We're always looking for new places. We live in Largo which is a wee bit far for frequent trips to the Ruskin Inlet. Anyway, as you say, "tight lines."

[@glennbzt]

Very nice …serene relaxing ..I’m with you people are so selfish at times ..like at the foodstores they leave wagons that cud roll smash into parked cars…take up needed spaces….it’s such a small thing common courtesy….Enjoy yr content ..and yr dogs are truly man’s best friend…😊

[@tombob4002]

hey there is my lil boat u r towing it haha i love that thing got it bc of u marty so again ill thank u sincerely:)

[@sealtite87]

I always grad a 5 gal bucket worth of trash out of the spartina grass when kayak fishing here in north FL. Found a liquor bottle from 1950 last trip. Pretty cool

[@zoffinger]

very cool, sealtite

[@vailrist7689]

You are the man marty.

[@Charsept]

I saw that bass buggy at the store today. Was pretty tempted.

[@JamesWright1955]

good to see you out on little adventures. soon I will fill up my fuel tank and head south your way, maby even stop in and say howdy.

[@ApacheBlitz7]

Great video. Awesome editing and all. Cheers