The Great Loop 048 Where is Marty Update

[@Ilsabug1]

Hey Marty, this is an amazing journey, find some time to enjoy it.

[@joesharp5602]

Marty, as busy and stressed as you have been, you look great. You are the Kayak king in my book, and I have been impressed at how you went from two completely unreliable and breaking boat engines to finding a way to replace them "after" you started your great loop trip. What you did, was remarkable, but also a swift kick in the butt, that perhaps continues to take a toll and should pass as you gain more confidence in your boats systems. The adventure you are on, can only be experienced by boat, and you are blessed with a boat that is capable of making the trip, and big enough to allow for your dogs as well. Most of us should be so lucky or blessed. I for one would love to see some videos of you hacking around a dock or mangroves in a Kayak fishing for dinner. Things that make you happy, seem to make many of us happy, and we all want you to have an amazing trip. You will figure it out, and lastly, I appreciate more than you know, taking us along with you, on this amazing journey. Take care Marty... I look forward to your next video... Joe

[@aquious953]

A sea lion jumped in my kayak tied to the stern last night at midnight, and sank it. Luckily it was tied to the stern, so I got it sorted. 😄

[@BeaufortSCFishing]

It was great meeting. Good luck on your journey!

[@jp-9winecountryjp209]

Hey man i have been following you for like 3 years and you inspiring me on everything you do man I wish you the best and keep doing what you doing having fun and I'm sure I'm not the only one that you inspiring to keep with this life !!

[@ambyn1155]

Nice sharp video, Marty. Thanks for the update. Amby N

[@DEADorALIVEkayaking]

LOL I spend 28 days at a time on a 753' drillship, thinking about kayaking! This video is a very eloquent 11 minute explanation of exactly why I started kayaking and how I came to be subscribed to your channel...well done, Marty, stay safe!

[@delightfuldeb1218]

Hi Marty, Glad you are still hanging in there - a trip like that has got to wear on you. Obviously it's not just smooth sailing the whole time. Wish I was on the east coast to do a meet up. You are courageous that's for sure! Thanks for the nice update video and I look forward to your next video update. Cheers!

[@bmk506]

Image quality is awesome in this video

[@Kayak7seas]

The Argo is a slick kayak, I really like the seat on it, it looks so comfy. We just kayaked in TN over the weekend and found an awesome waterfall.

[@issacidowatheveriwant3039]

I love this boat to i have the pelican rebel 100xr and it's the same only change the name i love this pelican! I'm from TN

[@JCastal]

Beaufort! Sweet! My state! Great fishing around there.

[@nedsellars]

We love you Marty and we thank you for sharing your life with us. I will see you next year somewhere along the barge canal.

[@haroldconnell2973]

Keep living the dream, when you get back to Tampa I would love to book a trip with you and learn to kayak . Looking forward to it.

[@TokyoJim618]

I bought my Pelican because Marty loves the product so much, That's one of the ways I support Marty.

[@nathangoodson7390]

Thanks for keeping us in the loop, brother. Take all the time you need to be safe and have fun!

[@richardadd8131]

I really like watching your videos! Thanks for sharing! Wish I could make the meet up just a little far but we'll see you again my friend.

[@Greivous429]

You are one of the reason I have a fishing kayak. I have been here since the old red kayak diy days 👍

[@briangilman1937]

Man I'm happy for you . I grew up in New England and have fished North Carolina up , Have Fun and be safe

[@jamesajac4384]

You sound stressed!!!! it is a shame you do not have a capable crew to help out on board. I would think a boat of that size that you guys should have crew onboard to help out if things go a rye. I do know I would not attempt it myself so my hat is off to you and Mike for doing this. I just hope that it is not to stressful for you to where you are not enjoying such a trip. Thanks for the video and stay safe Marty! Cheers!!

[@KK51500]

Keep on keepn on man!! Someone is getting a sweet kayak!! LUCKY!!

[@aquious953]

I have a very similar boat, 36 uniflite flybridge, and find rolls quite a bit at anchor. To help with that, I put a 20' aluminum pole with two fasteners across the forward cleats with these cones called rocker stoppers at each end and 15lb weights at the bottom. Makes a big difference.

[@joejuska5390]

I am glad you are going back to Tampa this winter. Good move.

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

Hey Marty, I put a rowing frame on a little Intex 200 inflatable last week and made some foam outriggers, and went rowing. It made me think of your kayak videos because it is so Orange, LOL. I am enjoying your cruise even if I do not comment on every video. When the trip is over all the bad parts will be forgotten and you will have a wonderful storehouse of memories. see ya out there.😎👌

[@samloney3579]

Well I have to say you inspired me to go out and buy a kayak, as a matter of fact it was today Memorial Day. Went to Dunham's Sports in Burton MI. I picked up a Pelican Sentinel 120XR Sit-On-Top Angler Kayak, and it was on sale for $610.00. I couldn't be happier Thanks for the inspiration.. :)

[@chrissaucier9386]

I just a week ago purchased my first kayak 2008 Emotion Advantedge. I'll be going out on the water for my first time ever next weekend. I've been purchasing all my gear sense. The last of it will be here Thursday. I can't wait 😁

[@supernova52565]

Also what I love about Kayaks and canoes is no smell, no noise and basically at one with nature! I definitely hope I can join a meet-up!! Im just in Edmonton Alberta Canada lol. Thanks for the vids Marty🤙

[@AeRoSpaceman-1]

Hey Marty, please do a catch, clean, cook fishing video sometime on your boat!!

[@ztaquatics]

Got see you ride by today at work goin under the draw bridge. Snapped a few pics of Kon Tiki if you don't mind. Haha. Been watching you for a long time. Happy to see the boat in person

[@madisonfireman5006]

Enjoy watching your videos Marty your living the dreams of so many.

[@barberakeller5798]

ANCHORING, We lived on the hook for 10 years while cruising in our 41' sloop and I can say this, learning to anchor is paramount to success. You see getting a good nights sleep and staying safe is what cruising is all about. There are volumes written and arguments ad nauseam but in the end it's what works for you. Danforth anchors are great until the a wind or tide change, then you need two, one for each direction. Omni directional is the choice of most cruisers. Setting the hook is another piece of the puzzle. I won't get into what other folks do but dropping the anchor till its at the bottom then idle in reverse till the proper amount of scope is deployed, then cleat off and continue to back down increasing the rpm's till you are satisfied the anchor has dug in. I am not going to get into different bottoms. I can say always look for cover and a body of water that will not present a chop or fetch that will pull out a well set anchor. Marty you have it in you now go out and do it.

[@hvacr24]

meet up!!! the streams of NY would be explored with that kayak!!!

[@dan187101]

Good stuff Marty… Happy Memorial Day!

[@jonathanvela4005]

Good times and good vibes Marty

[@davesauerzopf6980]

I live in PA and I LOVE watching your videos. I would like to make one suggestion for your little tow along. Only put Non Ethanol fuel in it. Just a thought. I only put that in my 2 Stroke and it has been very good to me. Wishing you the best of luck on your journey. The challenges you face are an awesome lesson to people that think or would like to own a boat some day. Unless, you are handy or rich! Be prepared to pay and pay for the expenses that come with owning a boat. And yes I owned a 34 Silverton Flybridge Convertible for several years. Her name was Options.

[@kevbjork1]

Sorry you've had so much trouble on this journey. Hopefully if you stick with it things will get better and you can enjoy more.

[@RickRose]

Hello Marty! The Argo is a sit-inside. Have you done a video on the pros/cons of sit inside vs. SOT? I think that would be a great topic for you, since you've had a lot of experience with both. Fair winds and following seas.

[@smileszlovesz8145]

Well I can't wait till you come back I been going to your spot on 41 since been gone I caught my first snook and red fish in the flats and I can't wait to actually meet you and go fishing with you here in our back yard

[@SavvyBandit]

Should definitely stop by North Topsail when you get to NC!

[@ttgk8506]

Hang in there Marty things will get easier for you

[@flamingomtn]

I'm sad that you're sounding so frustrated. I hope that you're having a good experience on your great loop trip. I haven't heard you sound like this since you were still working on houses.

[@johnhorth4960]

Keep it up

[@CharlieLOL]

We got you, man. Keep us updated!

[@dirtyoldfarmhand3]

Bravo!

[@robertroigsantamaria]

I miss your handycraft videos... building stuff with king board, and drilling holes in boats...

[@salvadorreyes8260]

I love to kayak been looking to buy me one but dang them jokers are so expensive

[@1jjwilliams]

Thxs for sharing! Great Vid!

[@briangilman1937]

It would go so well on my Van

[@1detroitryder]

i'd invest in a nice oversized plow anchor you probably hold you in place . for someone planning to anchor a lot you might consider a different anchor

[@terristroh3965]

Wherever you go, there you are

[@edwardrossiter9612]

Which video did you start this voyage?? I’d love to start and watch them all.

[@edmobrad765]

Hope things workout for you.

[@earnestmatlockk5ewm310]

Thanks Marty for all you do. So what is problematic with the coleman outboard, besides ethanol fuel issues?

[@davecfishing7907]

awesome kayak! I want to buy one now lol

[@cameroneagle4370]

Ahh , so the shameful plug didn't fool you either.

[@murdabands7468]

yea uhm.. so when your going back to tampa.. down south is warm right.. but up north even in oct - November its cold af (especially in the water).. ur gonna have to start going back closer to the end of summer.

[@tomkellum6754]

Marty, I’m coming up to NC next Thursday or Friday. I could possibly pickup the Argo and bring it back to Ruskin for you. I’ll be on I95. Take care, Tom

[@Jake-png]

I misser you So much with al the Kayak upgrade videos and al the other ones please upload more

[@carneraerial]

I have two Pelican kayaks. Love them! Went in that direction because of you. Pelican, you listening? ;) Catch 100 customized by me, for me and an Icon for the wife or one kid at a time. Absolutely fun. Parents just bought two sit inside pelicans after paddling mine around a bit. Any chance of mirroring those facebooks updates and pics on KZbin posts? I do not Facebook at all.

[@Rockcal11]

Press on captain !!!

[@jacob3ttoutdoors372]

the bulls bay mcclellanville area is where i’ve done a lot of fishing for reds and trout you should definitely stop and fish while you’re there

[@DS-uq5ks]

I can tell you really miss kayaking, Marty! Beaufort is a beautiful place you should visit if you get a chance to get on the hard for more than a day! There's a real fort there, hence the name "Beaufort"!

[@hark9]

Are you coming by Buffalo NY?

[@henrymiddleton]

You should come stop in Charleston. It might be a little expensive though

[@trampster7306]

Great update thanks Marty. Be great if that Kayak went to somebody who hasn't already got one. I'll keep up with subbing to you & Mike for updates but Faceache is a no-go for me. Stay safe & well. 👍👍

[@barronc]

Marty. How can we get in contact? I’d like to put you on some Redfish here in Charleston SC. Let me know!

[@Refugeefromcalif]

Life is something that happens while drinking beer... 😎

[@technochow]

fun challenge brother ayayay yay haha i love you say that

[@lougrant5993]

It's cool to see you again. I think kayaks are cool but I think you're houseboat is better

[@StateLineFishin]

Hey I'm not too far north in Ocean isle Beach NC

[@peltpeltington9991]

Need more short lives......my friend...!...hope you and the pups stay well!

[@hark9]

Happy Memorial Day. Are you coming up around Buffalo NY at all?

[@charlespeckcom]

Another happy Memorial Day wish for you.

[@Scratch-athon]

Was wondering where the hell ya were. Blessings from Sanibel/Captiva Island

[@coleswagert3767]

Dude hope you liked being in the savannah coast

[@RH-qk5lt]

Am I one of the few that isn't on FB and relies on great video updates of your Great Loop adventure solely on KZbin?

[@matthewcarneyfishing11]

Hey Marty!!

[@maxfishingandoutdoors4837]

when are you going to be in charelston?

[@funkingfuss9724]

Marty!! Paddle on Dude.

[@stinkdogkyaking7854]

Marty's the best.

[@seahalk1]

Wondering what Marty retired from bet he was a good Boss seems laid back. I think the Mike was a fireman. Just curious.

[@KowboyUSA]

I'm having an afternoon brew. How are you?

[@lonesomeknoteye]

Life has been kicking my butt too Marty

[@highlightvideo3666]

This guy makes me want a pelican!

[@davidnisonger6487]

Hope your doing ok buddy

[@aquious953]

Do you get much power from your solar panel in front of your flybridge? I have 300w above the flybridge, but was considering putting one down in front there.

[@robertfulton9852]

You have to take to smell the roses along the way.

[@acowboyinalaska4651]

Sounds like your having buyers remorse about your trip, enjoy it while you can make the best of it

[@mrbeefy9947]

Is the store closed Marty ????

[@eagleviewhd]

Single handing is very exhausting. So much better if you have someone on board to help.

[@grabbingbass744]

Where will you stay in Tampa? Same spot on dock without business or another place all together?

[@trampster7306]

Good question. Both Marty & Mikes boats are being winterised somewhere around New York, before restarting & completing the rest of the loop next year. Mike's got his new house on the farm but no idea where Marty is gonna go.

[@markroper9269]

Hey bud, stop apologizing! You are good!!!! You have your hands full....and those doofus pups don't walk themselves! :) Everyone is doing "short" videos these days. Maybe that could be a way to show the cool things you see and not deal with the time sink of editing an entire video! Happy Memorial Day sir!! For goodness sake.....try and keep Mike out of trouble!!! :P

[@TheFishingMommy]

Would love to attend a meet up!

[@andrewvalentino6482]

I dont have FB...😒

[@chriscat3379]

oh, poor Marty. Cruising is as hard as working a job. hahahaha

[@moretoliving2236]

I honestly think you need to set a no travel day in the week, once a week to just anchor up and kayak. So what if you hit new york september whatever or october whatever. So what if you get there november... what matters is that you will enjoy the trip, no matter the issues. As you know i am on my own 6000 mile trip right now. I gots the issues. I got the setbacks. I got headaches. Pain in the ass kind. No matter what, with me moving daily and juggling all that, i force myself to also enjoy what I ultimately came here to do. I think you need to start doing more of that Marty.... enjoy what you ultimately came there to do.

[@frankeckhardt3655]

You need to stop and smell the rose's. Ditch any time lines, and enjoy the little things.

[@LoneWolf-ni1zj]

This trip will be a huge disappointment to you unless you get a handle on your Stress. Seriously Marty, Stress brings on Health problems like Blood Pressure, Heart Problems and Ulcers. You and you alone control whether you make the best of it and remain happy and optimistic or... you worry yourself into a Medical Condition. It's time to work on some thicker skin. I want to see you succeed as I have followed you for many many years... it's up to you dude. How Chill was your life before this Adventure? Here's something I learned when I was like you in my 20's... "Life is 10% what you "Make it" and 90% how you "Take it". Deal with the challenges but don't forget to ENJOY LIFE!!! I'm truly rooting for you Marty!!

[@brianmoreno7740]

Thats whats up....

[@miguelolivo1238]

Don't you worry about Gators in the saltwater???

[@ssoltys4128]

He’s alive

[@doug10038]

You definitely need a better anchor and some snorkel and wetsuit to set your anchor welcome to the Boating life