RIGGING YOUR BOAT FOR STRIPER FISHING! Fresh AND Saltwater! Sea Pro 248 Bay Boat

[@researchcapt]

Very well organized and equipped boat.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother!! 👍👍

[@ATC235]

You travel all around? Let me know if you are planning on coming to Long Island

[@yotasteve]

Having a cranking battery solely for cranking and a house battery to run electronics is a must have(which Mike shows in this video). So many people I see running everything from the same battery and have to use those jumper cables way too often!!

[@duaynebarr4392]

I use two batteries each with an AB switch and two dedicated circuits. One circuit is my cranking house av lights and the other is my aux (bait tanks, pumps, down riggers, radios, etc). That means either battery can be cranking or aux depending on that battery's AB setting. Two bilge pumps. One to each battery.

[@researchcapt]

@@duaynebarr4392 It's called a house and a start battery.

[@allenbmooresharinginformation]

Have you ever done the Roanoke River during the run?

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Oh yeah. Used to guide there in the early 90’s. I have a video from there from 2 years ago. The title is how to catch 100 Stripers a day.

[@allenbmooresharinginformation]

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS I'll look into that one and I believe your title too.

[@justtinkering6054]

great video!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother

[@lbeliel4128]

I was just complaining to myself about connecting my fenders to cleats. The Fender Pro set up is slick, I’m getting some!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

I really love them. 👍👍

[@rlhawkinsrlhawkins]

Great video.. Enjoyed the knowledge.. Taking some Storage information from you.. Thank you

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother!!

[@frankguido8753]

Awesome vid Mike , you pretty much covered everything and then some, never know when a simple small primary wire could break off a connector or a stakon, or even foul a spark plug. I use Dielectric paste or cream on all my electrical connections. yup if you carry it you wont need it !

[@alfakilla1]

Wow! I need a boat like that 😆

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

😁👍. Sea Pro makes a great boat! We love it!

[@davidwatson8677]

It's funny you mention a speed box. I literally just put one together a few days ago for the very reason you mentioned Now I have a name for it.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

David Watson GREAT MINDS! 😁

[@BigLob2]

Mike, I think that “not a bag” thing you showed is very cool. I tried searching for it on Amazon and Google, but can’t find it. Can you give me more info on it? Great thing to have on a boat!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Yeah man!! I really like them. I need to post a link. It’s a play on words. “Knot a bag”. Bass pro is where I got mine

[@BigLob2]

Thanks for the speedy reply Mike! I live up in Wellfleet Massachusetts, on the Cape. If you ever get up this way, love to take you out fishing!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother!! Love that area!

[@newera3757]

you are very organized men... don't forget to send me links for 165 transducer for evo3

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

I have been having a hard time finding one all of a sudden. I sent you a link right now, it says back ordered. I’ll look again.

[@newera3757]

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS I got it. Thank you. I will call them on Monday. Now 2:52am I'm going to check few places in long Island sound. I don't think this is the best time of the year but beats the office every time.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

NewEra YEAH MAN!! Keep me posted!! We’ll be up that way soon, maybe we can hook up out there.

[@newera3757]

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS Good idea!

[@jasonpalladino7895]

Well there's my dream boat...

[@adamcosta4610]

Mike, where are you based out of? If I want to book a charter who do I call, where etc?

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Hey brother!! We don’t do charters anymore, but shoot me an email. Sometimes we have room to just jump on with us. [e-mail]

[@captpepin]

Boat has a ton more storage than my Regulator

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

👍👍👍

[@matthewwhite3444]

Mike, I can't help but think that you just taught us in a half hour what it took you decades to learn from the school of hard knocks.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Very nice of you to say. I’m always on the lookout to learn more whenever I can so I thought I would share a few things I have picked up over the years. Glad you dig it!! 👍I really appreciate your taking the time to comment brother!!

[@joshv1205]

Hey Mike, any chance you can provide your email address? I have multiple questions for you, and it would be easier to email. Thanks for your time

[@bryankinsey3064]

is it possible to purchase rod holders like yours?

[@bthph88]

Mike, thanks for another great video. One of the things I carry in my first aid kit is liquid bandage, it's waterproof and seals out germs, water, dirt,grease, etc. Much more effective than a band aid.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother!! EXCELLENT addition to the first aid kit!! I’ll order some myself! I cut myself REGULARLY too!

[@samuelcousins5898]

How did you get the office bins to stay up? Want to put those on, but not sure about drilling into the door.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

3M double tape.

[@zoneduxh4631]

XD only thing im looking for to buy is that not a bag thing XD (cant find it) i want to start picking up trash when i go to lakes but i never have enough bags

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

The spelling makes it tuff. Knot a bag. 👍

[@mrfish49el]

A lot of sushi restaurants have square buckets laying around because all the ginger we get comes in square buckets. so if you have a good relationship with your local sushi place might be a good idea to ask them

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Eugene Lee cool. Thanks!

[@PoconoOutdoorsGuy]

I think its awesome Mike, you are always eager to share ans help others. Great Stuff!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother!! Come down and catch a 50 with us 😁. Email me. [e-mail]

[@joshuapelletier3567]

Thanks again Mike I never thought about jumpers. It so simple it just went un noticed. One thing I keep on my boat it a set of wheel bearing for the trailer. I had a day ruined and a huge bill for not being prepared. I appreciate all the information so I don't get caught with my pants down again. 👍

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother!! You are very right, An extra set of bearings are a must-have. As long as you have that extra set, you won’t need em anymore, which is just fine with me! 😛

[@JuanGarcia-df8mt]

Mike you should make a video how to build that lure saver or mojo saver

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Great idea. I’m on it!

[@JuanGarcia-df8mt]

Mike Smedley thanks bud #tighlines

[@mbtornado2476]

WOW!!! Your loaded for bear my friend thanks for the idea's

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother!!

[@charlesmuncy8020]

Enersys makes great battery. We have used them in regions of Alaska for ultity back up power. Just passing on some info if you ever wanna check it out. Great video Mike.

[@jameso1800]

Great video, awesome content. Thanks for taking the time to go your whole boat.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother. I tried to keep it as short as possible, but I figured what the heck, just go over it all. Thanks for the comment, I really appreciate that. 👍👍

[@Matthewfrey562]

Woww sweet boat Mike and thanks Im learning alot from your content keep it up ... Ive been trying raystown lake with no luck but might try again after learning stuff from you thanks man!!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother!! Glad you like the videos. You’re on a great lake.

[@pwjones99]

I really like your videos. One question about this one. I get that you should always have tools and extra parts. Have you ever weighed your boat empty versus loaded with everything loaded? I was curious how much added weight is in there without people. I just purchased a 23 foot center console and is listed as being able to hold 9 people, but with all fishing equipment and extra tools, I am wondering if it would put me overweight. Thanks.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

I haven’t actually weighed it, but I have done the math and you’re right you can go over fast. Your dealer will have dry weights listed. Your yellow tag will also have passengers plus gear.

[@garrydefilippis4492]

Awesome run down man!!!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother

[@jbjgibbons]

Damn dude you should put on a seminar for the Boy Scouts to let them know what it really means to be prepared! Hell if there is a zombie apocalypse save me a seat on your boat!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

😛. Thanks brother! Over the years I have seen it ALL go wrong in some way or another. If it can break, we will break it! The guys at Ce Smith said that’s what they like the most about our partnership, they pretty much except me to destroy everything eventually so when it survives they know they have a great rod product!! I love all of their rod holders especially!

[@GaryT69]

Hey mike where did u purchase ur boat I’m looking to trade mine in This vide is gonna make me strip my boat and see what I have and don’t have ... awesome information!!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

😛😛😛 Thanks brother! I appreciate that. My boat came straight from Sea Pro, but I can hook you up a dealer. I have some inside info😉. Shoot me an email. [e-mail]

[@blindabinda1234]

Why soo many transducers? All 4 can hook into one display screen? Or do they hook into that big computer looking thing in the helm.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

I do a lot of testing so I carry more than most. Each display can handle two transducers directly or the tan box that says SIMRAD can take 3 CHIRP transducers directly. It’s an S5100 CHIRP processor.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

I do a lot of testing so I carry more than most. Each display can handle two transducers directly or the tan box that says SIMRAD can take 3 CHIRP transducers directly. It’s an S5100 CHIRP processor.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

I do a lot of testing so I carry more than most. Each display can handle two transducers directly or the tan box that says SIMRAD can take 3 CHIRP transducers directly. It’s an S5100 CHIRP processor.

[@blindabinda1234]

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS is there one transducer that does it all?

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

blindabinda123 The Active Imaging 3in 1 is the closest thing. It has side and down scan as well as High CHIRP Medium CHIRP and 200khz/83khz fixes frequency. amzn.to/2ErP9ug

[@flashsplat]

Love all of your "just in case" stuff. Have you ever fished Clarks Hill in GA?

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Thanks brother. Absolutely. Fished it many times in the NSBA days. Fishy creek. Soap creek were hot then. Great Lake.

[@flashsplat]

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS Nice! I have a boat on order. Won't be here til July. I've been watching your videos trying to "learn up". It looks like I'm going to need another loan to get all the gear i need haha. Maybe a video on "Striper fishing starter pack" or, "Get started striper fishing for less than you paid for your boat" lol - If you don't have something like that already. Thanks for the reply!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Ha. I heard that. This is the gear. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYeWloN3m56pkM0. I have another on rigging your boat. It’s 20 or so videos down the list. Congratulations on the new boat

[@jimbryson1795]

Mike thanks for the information cannot find the rod holders you use link in description does not work for me thanks for your help

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Hi Jim, That’s weird. the link works for me on my phone. It’s the top two links. Let me know if it still doesn’t work. Thanks brother

[@jimbryson1795]

Mike Smedley thanks for getting back to me I was looking for the bar as well as the holders call you give me item numbers thanks

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Gotcha. The rail is my design and made by Joey Scruggs. He his great. Call him and tell him you want my rails.😁. [phone]

[@jimbryson1795]

Thanks I will call him I grew up on Biggs island He must be close to South Hill

[@tmise50]

GREAT setup Mike!

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

terry mise Thanks Terry!!!!😁😁👍

[@brenttaylor2675]

Awesome video. Thanks for that. Do you carry a PLB or an EPIRB when you are in saltwater?

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

Excellent question!! I carry 2 PLB’s.

[@brenttaylor2675]

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS what plb's do you use?

[@MercerRaceCars]

Hey Mike, this is off topic to the Video, but I’m working with my dealer to spec out a 248. Ive chosen the 12” ness evo 3 Simrad unit , but there are 2 choices for the through hull transducer. Choices are either 12 Degree or 20 Degree. Which do I need for this hull? Is it referring to mounting angle? As far as closest match for the dead rise of the boat, or the Cone degrees of the transducer? Anyway what do you suggest? Thanks, David

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

You want 12 degree. Is the dealer installing the transducer or Sea Pro? What model are you going with.

[@MercerRaceCars]

Mike Smedley yes it will be factory installed at sea pro , on the build sheet we filled out the options on the through hull were the SS60 Bronze 600 W Thru Hull 50/200khz. This will be in a 248dlx boat. Is that the transducer i need?

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

David Mercer I STRONGLY recommend upgrading to the B175 High CHIRP Wide. It’s a few hundred bucks more, but it is the absolute best thru hull for fishing less than 1000 feet. The B60 is an entry level Transducer. You have a CHIRP processor built into the Evo3. You need a CHIRP Transducer to take advantage of that. The B60 will work, but it definitely a entry level unit, they offer it as standard because guys complain about the higher prices of CHIRP Transducers. The B150 Medium CHIRP is a nice Transducer too. Similar price to B 60.

[@MercerRaceCars]

Mike Smedley Thanks Brother! Are there any other standard items you can think of that I definitely need to upgrade?

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

David Mercer add transom mount Active Imaging 2 in 1 Transducer for best Side Scan. (Get 3 in 1 if you stay with B60). Get extra flush mount rod holders near the bow. I resisted t top misters for years. I have them on this boat and I LOVE them in summer. Get the hydraulic jack plate 12”.

[@jaredbradley4095]

Awesome video!Test light/multimeter. Had to re-wire my whole trolling motor one day to figure out my son had turned the switch off.

[@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS]

ABSOLUTELY!! a MUST HAVE! GREAT CATCH Brother!!

[@yotasteve]

Yeah he didnt mention that but I saw on in his side console door pocket