Solo Overnight Camping on Bris Inflatable Boat with Aleko Cover Tent - Camping on the Water Florida

[@Matt-pz4we]

Who needs a yacht? This man showed us a tour of his cockpit, galley, and owner’s cabin with full sized bed! All on a 14 foot inflatable! Seriously showed how much you can do, and that cauldron thermos is great.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey Matt, Thanks for the nice comment. lol - Living near a lot of USAF land (no access) - it's sometimes fun to stay on the boat. Life is short, gotta make memories - some day my grandkids will laugh and enjoy. Thanks for watching!

[@THELIFEDREAMER.1329]

Hey Chris, you are my hero! Many people believe that adventure is only for young people and it's not! You are the prove that's not true. I am 55 but in my heart I am still 25, I got an inflatable boat set up with a 9.9 tohatsu. I really love doing things like this but I just getting into this,for me , new world of boats and water adventures. Thanks for sharing this experiences with us my friend! Great video!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Carlos, Wow, thanks so much for the nice complement. I do feel like a kid still, I have a lot of fun, and you only live once. More new adventures to come. Thanks for watching!

[@THELIFEDREAMER.1329]

@@ChristopherQuest Hey Chris, thank you very much for your answer, even though that after I made the question I realized that you mention that in your video!lol.. Whatever, the thing is, I just got another boat, It is the BRIS 1.2mm PVC 12.5 ft heavy duty and. I was trying to take advantage of your experience about this because is the first time I bought a Bris brand, one that I am still waiting for the delivery. I already have two more, a mariner 4 and a bestway hydro force mirovia pro 130" , by the way, beautiful one the Mirovia but a little small. Thanks again Chris and happy adventures!

[@ChristopherQuest]

@@THELIFEDREAMER.1329 Very Cool! Have Fun!

[@billrossignon8621]

Great video. I am going to do a boat camping on an inflatable in Northern Ontario Canada. I like the idea of sleeping out on the lake away from bear activity. Years ago I camped up there on the shore and had a sleepless night with something roaming around the tent. Thanks for the ride.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, Nice to hear from Canada! You make a excellent point. I have camped in Colorado and Minnesota a lot and it can be exhilarating to say the least when unknown animal life is outside! There is also the bugs, mice, snakes, Staying on the water has lots of advantages. - More to come and Thanks for watching!

[@adrianclv8494]

totally worth watching from beginning to end.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Adrian, Thanks so much for the nice words, appreciate it.

[@LaverneDefaziox]

Thanks for this vid. What a dream. I’m def sold on the ALEKO top

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Laverne, I have more planned for this late summer and fall for sure, Lots of fun and definitely a way to get away from civilization! Thanks for watching!

[@famousattack]

This is a absolute dream of mine. What you have done I have dreamed about doing several times! Nice set up, I love it!!!!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Bushmark, Thanks for the nice comments. I appreciate it. It is a lot of fun. Thanks for watching!

[@joedanvers1010]

You are the most thorough, prepared boat camper I've seen. Thank you so much for sharing this. You gave me so many ideas for my planned expeditions on my inflatable.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Joe, Cool, I'm happy there is some good info. I hope you have some great times on your inflatable! Thanks for watching.

[@utubestalker.dotcom]

@@ChristopherQuest Excellent detailed video

[@ChristopherQuest]

@@utubestalker.dotcom I appreciate it. Thanks for watching!

[@branislavgjorcevski2077]

You are one awesome and happy camper, literary! That smile on your face the entire time is awesome! :)

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, Thank you so much for the compliment. I appreciate it. I actaully am a happy person. Thank you for watching!

[@emster716]

PROPS to this guy man.... He’s just out LIVIN LIFE. Keep doin you bro

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks Emily, Thanks for the nice comment and thanks for watching. Act 16 feel 16 I say!

[@johnirizarry275]

Man, I really enjoyed this vid! Thanks! I'd like to try something like this someday!✌🏻👍🏻

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello John, Glad you enjoyed it, kinda crazy - but lots of fun. I have a recent video where I camp on the beach in an inflatable, lol. It was a good trip. Hey thanks for the nice comment and thanks for watching!

[@ia6980]

That is a really cool tent for the boat! thanks for sharing

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello I A, Thanks for the nice comment and thanks for watching! It was a lot of fun.

[@pedrovillegas7833]

Que hermoso sería el planeta con mas personas como usted. Felicidades.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Pedro, Thank you so much for the really nice complement. I appreciate it! Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@stevec6642]

Love the cauldron cooker I’m going to look into one. you might also consider a lunchbox cooker I use one in my truck they are great

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello! Wow, I just did a search and there are several 12v lunchbox cooker options out there. This is a great idea, you may see me using one in the future! Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@davesworld7961]

This is a great setup for what I want to do. Thanks for sharing. I also have a bunch of those red $5 totes. Use them all the time.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, I do like the inexpensive totes! Thanks for watching! Hope it all comes together.

[@meanoppen5155]

I have the same tent on my 14ft maxxon.It's perfect for those rainy days while fishing.Keeps you nice and cozy from the elements!Nice video thanks for the good show.Stay safe on the water from Seattle.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Meanop, I thought I replied, but not showing up. Yes, the tents can be fun and useful, especially in Seattle! Thanks for watching, have fun.

[@annehallman42]

Looks like you thought about everything. Very cool!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Well thank you Anne!

[@spymaine89]

looks adventurous and fun

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks, It was fun, Thanks for watching!

[@gd3515]

Fun!!!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks for watching!

[@brick1e]

Great videeo, just loved every minute of it, thanks for putting it on youtube...

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks for the nice comment! Appreciated - it was fun, Thanks for watching!

[@harrygee2245]

Hey Chris, this is an awsome set up and exactly what I have been planning for later in the year. I am a keen Fisherman and think it would be a really good way of doing a little off shore fishing without the need for big boat storage. How about a tour of your boat showing how you have set it up and how you have installed everything especially the 12 volt take off from the engine. Great channel and thanks for the content all the way from Scotland 👍

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Harry, Thank you for watching, it is actually you all that has influenced my decision to adventure on this type of boat. I have another video or two on the Christopher Quest channel that look at some of the boat components. I am also preparing for a two or three night trip very soon. I will get more detailed on the electric system. Thank you again!

[@giancardinale8221]

Man, that was awesome to watch. Great set up

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey Gian, Thank you for the comment it is appreciated. It was fun. Thanks!

[@pauldean7690]

All I can say Chris is you have the most awesome setup I have ever seen on YT

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey Paul, wow, that is a nice compliment and is appreciated! Thanks for watching - I have a new boat and some new videos coming soon.

[@KMReviews]

I feel like I would be freaked out at night time lol. Looks cool though

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey there, I would probably freak out if another boat came up in the night or I heard unexpected noises. Thanks for watching.

[@joewoodchuck3824]

Why?

[@kungpho7325]

Hello from Australia 🇦🇺 love ur work 👍👍

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Kung, I love Australia! Thank you for the nice comment. I appreciate it.

[@CRAMOSinnovations]

Epic!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Cramo, Thanks for watching and the nice comment. More to come soon

[@howardcornwell9841]

I have drifted faster than I can swim many times so your lanyard attaching you to your boat is a really good idea and I will be doing that from now on 👍😁👍thanks !

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Howard, cool, I got that from the Restless Viking who adventures around the great lakes. Thanks for watching!

[@clearnewview]

King size water bed...!🙂

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Clear, Your right, it can get wavy out there. Thanks for watching!

[@fordaiffa6022]

Hey I love your post man ! Can wait to retire so I can do just that Love it Keep going

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Ford, Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@RandomButtonPusher]

This gives me a lot of ideas for my 13' XL Saturn KaBoat.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey Random, Cool you have a Saturn, Have fun this summer! Thanks for watching

[@seawinds12]

very cool watching in ireland

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Sea Winds, Wow, watching in Ireland - I would never have thought. I wish we had the landscape and beauty of Ireland. Thanks for watching!

[@SMMBHQ-cg2zy]

you should of braved the storm for some great and exciting content , maybe next time

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Robert, I do have a video out there on the beach in a storm, you will have to check out the old man on the sand trying to stay dry! Thanks for watching!

[@aaronmanley7826]

Looks like thier a lot of wind in your boat could never sleep in it in the uk ... but i love your videos told my wife going buy a sib do sort of same stuff but no youtube keep up the good work

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey Aaron, I appreciate the comment, new boat coming soon, maybe it would work!. Thanks for watching

[@pandaoverboard]

Nice my man! You inspire me to do the same. I've been looking into this and it is the first video I found. Hope you enjoy on the water and please be safe! :)

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello David, I have had some fun times with this boat setup. Makes it nice to camp in a variety of places for sure. Thanks for watching!

[@scottnewcombe]

Nice Kit

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks and Thanks for watching!

[@robertdoyle8972]

You can get a left side and a right side of them sleeping bags and can zip them together I have a pair the are rated for - 35 and a liner for then that drop them down to -45 and have used them in -40 without the liner when I was sleeping in my truck in Alaska and was very toasty worm

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Robert, Great idea, the more room the better for sure. Thanks for the info and thanks for watching!

[@jimbania9826]

Chris, great adventure! You prepared well for your excursion. I've done something similiar boating solo the Apostle islands on Lake Superior. Half the fun was preparing well w equipment and emergency plans like you did. There are 22 islands with beautiful sand stone rock formations and most are within 2-3 miles of each other. I did it with a Saturn inflatable 14 ft. kaboat w a 3.5 hp Merc outboard, and traveled about 42 mi. I didn't camp in the boat. The islands are a National Park, and had designated campgrounds. I tent camped on two islands, and visited 2 others over 3 days. The islands do have large black bear populations, but had no problem. The weather was fine. Coming home though, I had to go through a 1.5 mile strait w 4 - 5 ft. waves. Once passed there were calm waters to the dock. It toke some navigation savvy but I did ok. Solo marine trips are great, just that you have to be organized and cover all the bases when planning.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Jim, sounds like a great trip. Great idea to find those places that allow for tent camping as well. See my beach camping videos if you get a chance. This should be a great summer for more adventure, hope you get out again soon, I am working on it now. Thanks for watching!

[@nerryswank8064]

Love the video. Plan to buy the 14 footer next year.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Nerry, You will have a blast! Thanks for watching

[@Gyppor]

Looks like a fun and cozy getaway! I like your setup.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks for watching! More coming soon!

[@billh4121]

Man that is sick! Love the topper!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks Bill and thanks for watching!

[@irenewoolsey926]

Where abouts are you.. Giving thought to doing this too .with a popout tent .and a inflatable kayak ..lol.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Irene! This was at Spectre Island on the ICW near Fort Walton Beach, FL. Crazy but fun! Thanks for watching!

[@Smokey503ske]

Really enjoy your videos. I recently got a 12.5 ft Aleko Inflatable to fish the Washington and Oregon waters. Your video also got me to purchase the winter cabin for it as well. Really really digging your white boards your made on the back for storage. Keep up the great content.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Ian, Thanks for the nice comment. I am sure you will have fun with your setup, awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@THELIFEDREAMER.1329]

Hi Ian , how is your Aleko performing? I am planning to buy a new boat and Aleko is one of my options. Please let me know, thanks!

[@tonyaction5284]

Great set-up dad!!!!!😎🤙🏼💪🏼 You are one awesome dude. Sure wish We could get together and do some serious fishing like I used to do with my dad. Sure miss those days😢 You’re an explorer like myself. My wife isn’t too much into this however. Always on her phone or slouched on her her in front of the TV. Take care and please stay safe.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello William, Thanks for the nice comments. I try to have some fun anyway. Hope to have some new adventures soon, thanks for watching!

[@raykeogh1972]

That was good thank you. A Mike with a dead cat would make it mor easy to watch. I use DJI mic set after using Rhode and other mic’s DJI are the best to me. Not cheap. Lol. Love the canopy over your boat. I was thinking if you lay on the floor even on your (automatic blow up air be I think) if it did rain lots of water would floods in. Then you showed us what the alloy ladders style things where for, brilliant. I have wanted to try this even without the canopy lots of lads use tents. Love that heated soup flask BTW real cool or hot lol. Thanks for sharing Ray K UK 🇬🇧 YNWA.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Ray, good idea on the sound. I really need to get it better and not annoying. The aluminum pieces are from the hardware store - branded Planks and used as 6' scaffolding items. Thanks for the interest and apprecite it. Thanks for watching! Cool to get a UK comment!

[@raykeogh1972]

@@ChristopherQuest What is the name of your soup heater ? if I can get one here I will. How many heat ups do you get from one charge ? If you want to watch some cool stuff take an interest in a Scot called Donny Wilcox by fare the best on here, Bit of a loner but wow you will be amazed at the scenery. People don't think there is nice places but I do Scotland every year and if I was to close your eyes and warp you to one of the 175 isles you would think you where in the Caribbean. Thanks for the reply. Ray K .

[@ChristopherQuest]

@@raykeogh1972 The warmer is branded "Cauldryn" seems to be tough to find right now for some reason. Guess what, I am a subscriber to Donny Wilcox, awesome videos of Scotland. Thanks Ray and Thanks again for watching!

[@raykeogh1972]

@@ChristopherQuest I’ve just looked up heavy duty cargo net. Weight 0.2kg 5x2m that’s double the size needed for me £15 on Amazon. Cheapest bed ever lol.

[@ravencall9505]

Great Video, safe journeys ahead! Keep the videos coming!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks Raven, I will have more soon! Thanks for watching

[@Herbie11]

Okay!...that looks fun.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Herbie, Thanks for watching!

[@1981anestis]

Man that's awesome! Really nice setup!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello 1981, Thanks for the compliment - new boat and video coming coon. Thanks for watching!

[@bastianbastian911]

Wow nice 👍👍👍,salute 🍻 from indonesia

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello bastian, Thanks for watching - it was fun.

[@arycosta7293]

Sweet Youngblood’s jacket.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Ary, I am a fan of Brodie and Stryda. You are the only person that noted that. They are awesome. Thanks for watching.

[@Don014.]

Awesome 👌

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks Don, it was fun.

[@haibirhussin2169]

Thank you for sharing..seem very enjoyng.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Haibir, Thanks and thanks for watching! It is fun.

[@robertharrowfield9268]

another great vlog old mate . i have a 11ft Zodiac and go out fishing over night in Pt Philip Bay , Victoria Australia . mines not big enough to sleep in but i like your set up . cheers Rob . Victoria Australia .

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Robert, I am going to check out Google maps to see what Philip Bay looks like, very cool. Thanks again!

[@Chunkythefatfisherman]

Nice one Chris, great video.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Chunky, Thanks for watching. It was fun.

[@smokenjoe4022]

Chris for something as important as that cup of coffee in the morning I would use a small coffee press there about the size of your little cooker! I’ve fished a 13’ zodiac in Alaska for 30 years never put much in it though needed all the room for big fish🤚🏻“””””””””””””””✋🏻!!!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey Joe, good idea on the coffee press. I would love to experience fishing in Alaska someday, sounds great. Thanks for watching!

[@nagunaks2222]

I really dig your set up sir!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks and thanks for watching! Having fun

[@Mimi-qe7yt]

What fun!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello and Thanks for watching!

[@rmsaf870]

thank you , super man!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello R&M, Thanks and Thanks for watching!

[@RogueCorps]

That was awesome, great video! I couldn't fight the urge to drop a line or crab pot or something. :D

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Rogue, You are right, I will not let that happen again - gotta fish at least. Thanks for watching

[@joewoodchuck3824]

Looks great!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Joe, Thanks for watching!

[@russellsmith3688]

Hey Chris love the video, riverboat camping combines my 2 favourite hobbies, camping and boats...love it🤘🏼 Could you tell us where u got your cauldron from please, that’s a handy bit of kit👌🏼😊

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Russell, Thanks for the nice compliment. The Cauldryn was available on Amazon - but I am not seeing it now. May be out of stock - not sure. Thanks for watching! Note the cauldryn spelling.

[@jayfromtexas6718]

Awesome setup! Great video!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Jay, Thanks and Thanks for watching! It is fun for sure.

[@bobbouchaib1050]

👌👌👌👀Morocco 👍

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Bob, Thanks for watching!

[@travelguy1564]

Hey Chris - glad to see your new camping vid! I like your lithium thermos heater - pretty cool! I just got my new Garmin Striker 4 a few days ago - looks like you have the same. I don't have an emergency beacon but have a marine VHF radio. Your new 20 hp motor sounds really nice! And, everything else on your Bris was well thought out too! I guess if the sun was out more, you could do some island exploration and fishing too - next trip, for sure! Good job on the filming too!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, weather for the next couple weeks looks bad with small breaks (I see one sunny day high of 60). I am considering something near Perdido Key or even Johnson Beach again - gulf side camping. Hopefully you will be able to make it down when Spring arrives!

[@leroygrayjr.2957]

Hi,.. A great, informative,and very enjoyable video. I recently purchased a seahawk 3 inflatable .. for picnics and just cruising on the lakes, seniors style.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Leroy, thanks for the nice comment. You will have fun with the inflatable! Thanks for watching!

[@furchaser]

i would like to do that down the mississippi river but they don't make that top anymore

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, I have also looked and cannot locate anymore. It may be a product they bring back - Just have to check from time to time. Thanks for watching!

[@omervatansever]

I appreciate you. hard work. I'm on your way too. Will I buy a boat soon? :) if not, should I buy a boat first? :)

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, I have a lot of fun with the inflatable. I would tell you to remember that life is short and goes by so fast. If there is good water near you than an inexpensive boat is a great idea! Thanks for watching!

[@omervatansever]

@@ChristopherQuest 👍👋👋👋

[@prettybrowneyes8945]

I wish i knew outdoorsy people like you, I've always since a kid wanted to do outdoorsy things but no one at all to do them w , im too scared to go anywhere ALONE. Anyways, Love your video, goodluck on all your trips🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello! Thank you for watching and I hope you find that person that loves adventure. The world is waiting!

[@prettybrowneyes8945]

@@ChristopherQuest thank you sweetie i pray i do as well🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@usp.4073]

Nice and cozy. Only thing you didn’t mention was a well.........., I see you didn’t have a port-a-potty. 🤔

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey USP, lol - the one thing not many talk about. I actually have a 5 gal bucket with a snap lid and special bags available at camping stores. they sell a seat just for this purpose too. I keep it under the inflatable seat - fits perfect. Thanks for watching!

[@wethepeople5921]

You are awesome. I may just get the same boat or the black 15’ one. I like your adventure

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello and thanks for the nice comment. They are fun!

[@Mrveescuba]

ybs fam

[@ChristopherQuest]

Gotta Love Brody and Stryda! Thanks for checking it out. Just subscribed to your channel - Wow! interesting stuff.

[@NataliasArtDen]

Awesome video!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks Meloe, I wish I was good at editing, but it is what it is. Thanks for watching.

[@fatihkurunaz8458]

Hey Christopher. That is my dream also! I have a 3.3m inflatable boat which is enough for me or good for two people. With myself i have a place only for the accessories as like you. But your boat and its capability is awesome! I imagine how you enjoy while planning them one by one. Now, i am searching a cabin like yours. Hope i will find one and try overnight sleeping at once. Thanks and take care.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Faith, your note made me smile. Thank you and I hope you do try it, it was fun and I am planning the next trip now. Thanks for watching.

[@restlessdaydreamer]

I have this tent. But it's not fully rain proof. Water soaks into the black porous fabric around the windows and drips through. Leaks at the seams. Leaks at opening where it connects to the bimini frame. Leaks through the zippers. Great for shade and wind though on a sunny day. Works ok for light rain perhaps. Very light rain only.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Atreu, You are so right on this, if you see my video on storm camping on the beach I used a land based tent - had I been in the boat with this cover - I would have been in a precarious situation. Definitely the Aleko cover is not meant for heavy rainstorms. Agreed Thanks for watching!

[@Castathon]

Ybs!!!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hey fins! I am a big YBS fan. I want a Stryda shirt. Gotta love Brodie and the boys. Thanks for watching

[@Castathon]

Yeah buddy inlaughed to myself when i saw the shirt. He's a bit of an inspiration love the vid mate. Nice work. Cheers from Australia

[@yuszainimohdyusop6920]

Nice one boss...

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks for watching!

[@childofgod5115]

Great set up! Love the videos I’m not far from you just north of Ebro Howe is the briss holding up? Thinking about getting one thanks.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello! The Bris is doing fine after three years - I have left it inflated with the floors in until jusrt recently. I see now that I had some wear from the floor in the transom that I added a layer of PVC (patch) to reinforce. Honestly, for the money I think they are a great value. It's not a stryker or a zodiac but it is also 1/3 the cost and I have certainly got my moneys worth!. Thanks for watching!

[@queenb9668]

This is a while vibe . I would wish to have a date night in one of these things 😏😍

[@ChristopherQuest]

Now that's interesting! Thanks for watching!

[@futurelink5967]

I can make your dreams come through 🧜

[@MrMarkAMartin]

Smart rigging, think you're going to enjoy that boat- mosquito control - for season? Nothing like the shakedown on a new motor/boat combo.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Mark, Thanks for the note. You are right I need to think about mosquito control - I will need a lot of netting! It was a lot of fun.

[@SammyGill]

No doubt you are very experienced and very organized - thanks for giving us novice a know how but I do have a question... I couldnt see your port and starboard light and your stern light which should have been above bimini level so that is seen 360 degree ( coast guard and international regulations) Please do comment on what is ur experience and view about this.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Sammy, Thank you for the complement, but I am a real novice too. You are absolutely correct, the light needs to be visible 360 deg. and should be above the bimini. I will be sure to note that in my next video - hopefully not too long - an I will be raising the light as well. Thanks so much for the note. Thanks for watching!

[@SammyGill]

@@ChristopherQuest You are very good - learnt a lot and will continue to watch and observe. I am novice, a newbie in boat but carefully trying to learn my ropes - thanks a lot and God Bless You !

[@donaldmartin4620]

Ya but go do it father out in the ocean tho and let’s see them I’ll try it 😂

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Donald, No doubt - going out in the opern water would be a different experience. I think sticking to protected anchorages is much safer, at least for me. Thanks for watching!

[@CaptainK007]

Did you see that sea creature peeping through the window behind you? 😂💨

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Steve, actually I feel much more secure from late night wildlife while on the water. Sea creatures, let's hope not!

[@BeachDay1299]

Nice video. What pitch did you go with to maintain the max rpm of 5,400-6,100? I know that these boats are not intended for speed but with the correct pitch prop what top speeds are you seeing and is the Bris 14.1 stable?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Beach, On this video I have a Merc 9.9 which originally came with a 8.5 pitch - I got about ~5000 when the boat was loaded. I switched to a 7.0 and got ~6000 rpm and she would top out about 18mph and cruise around 15mph, not bad for this engine and boat. Love that engine. Thanks for watching!

[@erichidalgo3852]

Did you have any issues installing with the Aleko canopy on the Bris boat? Do you think it would fit on a Saturn Inflatable boat?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, it was relatively easy once it was dry fitted over the top to see where I needed to mount the supports. The bris has a heavy lip that I was able to drill and use to hold the supports. Not sure about Saturn. Good luck! Thanks for watching !

[@zachchivers7731]

You ever try to travel with everything set up and zipped up? How is it and what’s the speed difference like if so

[@ChristopherQuest]

I have and check my previous videos as I have a short clip in there - I think when going to Fort McRee. I did not go really fast but it seems to work great as slow speeds anyway. Thanks for watching!

[@numidian5191]

Could you list your equipment, or at least the brand of that nifty thermos heater device?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, It's a Cauldryn Coffee Cup available on Amazon - maybe walmart, they are over $100 so you need to use it a lot! see the accessories too. I should create a list, I will work on that, good idea. Thanks for watching! - just looking for a link and i don't see it on amazon right now - i would check other options. Thanks

[@roberthern3057]

Hey Christopher, that’s a sweet setup ! I have a 10 foot inflatable and an Aleko weather cover like yours but nothing to attach the V supports to. What does your Vsupports attach to? Thank you

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Robert, I tried to attach a photo, no luck. The boat has a strip of double thick pvc material that runs around the top edge of the boat and hold the safety rope. I simply looked when I nneded the connection and drilled a hole in this flap of material, it has held up extremely well now for a couple years. Next video I have the 14.1, I'll show the hookup. Thanks for watching!

[@ChristopherQuest]

also, on my homepage you can kinda see it if you zoom in..

[@roberthern3057]

@@ChristopherQuest ok cool, thank you so much! My boat doesn’t have that strip so I’ll be glueing something on it.

[@lastdays7855]

❤️

[@ChristopherQuest]

Thanks for watching!

[@ScottKirby67]

That is pretty cool. You have thought of just about everything. Was it just a one night experiment or something that you see as viable for continued camping? I would love to see a video of your breakdown of the boat for storage. I like the idea of an inflatable for minimum garage storage requirements.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Scott, I am planning a multiple night trip to use the boat and a land based tent possibly. I will keep a breakdown video in mind, but do not plan to take it apart till the end of this next season. Thanks for watching!

[@THELIFEDREAMER.1329]

Hey Chris just one question, what brand of boat do you have?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Carlos, It is a Bris 14.1 - I ordered through Amazon. Thanks again for watching!

[@raymondforet0]

Hi I was thinking about getting one like you got and try to put it on my jon boat it says 6feet x 5feet is that 5 feet where the poles connect to your boat.

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Raymond, My boat measures about 4' 10" where I hook up the poles, so 5' should work fine for width. Thanks for watching! The cover is a fun addition for sure.

[@robsuyat]

Do you have an Amazon affiliate account setup? I am getting ready to purchase a Bris 14.1 and will be purchasing the tent you showed shortly, if possible would like to see you make something from it as your videos show the boat in action!

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hi Bernard! Cool, you are getting set up, you will have a blast. I appreciate the affiliate info, I don't have an account set up. I kinda like being ad free since I only get limited views. Thanks for watching!

[@robsuyat]

@@ChristopherQuest we will see you out there, we are in Pensacola

[@quattro4468]

@@ChristopherQuest thanks for that buddy.

[@harryj1081]

How to use restroom?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello Harry, Good question. I have a dry system that requires a 5 gallon bucket - under the seat. Special bags (double doodle), a split foam noodle to hold the bag in place and provide some cushion. The bags are double lined and also double zip locked. Thanks for watching!

[@chrisboucher9916]

this is what happens to all of us older single men

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, lol, so true - we end up in a small boat sleeping by ourselves... I sure do love the serenity of it all though. Thanks for watching! more to come

[@alwayslearningsomethingnew7115]

What size is the aleko canopy?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, It is listed at 13.8'. I don't see them on amazon right now. You may be able to find at another on-line store. It fits pretty good. Aleko sells their own boats that they are actully made to fit. Thanks and Thanks for watching!

[@hntrains2]

Does the tent cover the entire boat?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello! Yes it does. I have another video with Ruins in the title. I show it much better in that video. Seems to work pretty good. Thanks for watching!

[@ChristopherQuest]

This video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWmxf3-VmtqeqtU

[@hntrains2]

@@ChristopherQuest, thank you for writing back! I will surely check that other video (right after finishing typing this). I was worried the tent did not cover the rear of the boat (because of the motor) - that would allow water to drip inside the boat.

[@ChristopherQuest]

@@hntrains2 It will cover it. The aleko cover will tend to let water pool on the top as it is not supported in the center, so not the best for heavy rain. Thanks!

[@hendriknijs5809]

Looks really Nice, how long is the boot.i think jou have plenty of room. Also a Nice biminitop or tent. Keep up the nice video's. Greetings from the Netherlands

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello! It is a 14.1' boat, a lot of fun and great for social distancing. Cool that you watched, thanks!

[@hendriknijs5809]

@@ChristopherQuest Youre welcome, i have a maxxon and a zodiac 3.10 meters both whit a mercury 4 stroke 4 HP, it runs excellent, its a shame that we don't have such a Nice weather here as you guys. But what the heck, we are on the water. Enjoy and have fun.

[@jimi53gt]

What size Aleco did you use?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello, here is the info: BWTENT420G-AP Winter Waterproof Canopy Tent for Inflatable Boats 13.8 ft long - Gray 1 $209.00 from alekoproducts.com Not sure if they are in stock now but check back. Thanks for watching!

[@223surge]

I searched Amazon and WalMart online, and can't find that "Cauldron" cooker anywhere. Any more help?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello 223, Interesting - I searched too and it looks like they have some new style but hard to find. Try Cauldryn.com Thanks for watching!

[@gerardhaubert8210]

How does that setup do with moisture? Very nice video, thanks

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello gerard, the top It is not the greatest in the rain, but because it hangs to the side of the boat leaks tend to run down the sides. Not intended for serious rain. I would throw a Rain Fly of some type on top and watch for pooling water. Thanks for watching!

[@gerardhaubert8210]

Can you run the boat with the tent up?

[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello gerard, Yes you can - slight visibility issue but you can roll up the front panel easily. See the video I have - Bris 14.1 and the Ft. Mcree video there are examples. Thanks again for watching!

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[@ChristopherQuest]

Hello and thanks for watching!