Also, don't run a bad inlet on a rough day with an outgoing tide. The current makes the incoming swells much higher and steeper and more likely to come over the bow.
@@Kingfisher1060 Know the tide and wind conditions, know the specific characteristics of the inlet, when exiting the inlet keep you bow high but don't go too fast to slam over the swells, when entering an inlet match your speed to the incoming waves and ride on the back of them (don't surf them), keep your passengers safe by not having everyone in the bow. Mostly what my video discussed.
This much needed advice after watching boats going through haulover inlet.
Also, you should trim your motor by 15 degrees. And, get a Hydrofoil Boat Stabilizer for your engine. And most importantly, take a boating course.
It should be a requirement to watch this video before you go out and try to attempt those waves. Well done!
Thanks Kate!
Also, don't run a bad inlet on a rough day with an outgoing tide. The current makes the incoming swells much higher and steeper and more likely to come over the bow.
Exactly!
And you take a coast guard class they're free
Except the CG classes don't actually explain how to run inlets. My online class does.
@@LazyLocations What don't they tell you?
@@Kingfisher1060 They primarily focus on boating safety basics and not specifics like actually running an inlet.
@@LazyLocations What precautions should you take when navigating the inlet?
@@Kingfisher1060 Know the tide and wind conditions, know the specific characteristics of the inlet, when exiting the inlet keep you bow high but don't go too fast to slam over the swells, when entering an inlet match your speed to the incoming waves and ride on the back of them (don't surf them), keep your passengers safe by not having everyone in the bow. Mostly what my video discussed.
lol “smartly”
Smartly?
Exactly it means "in a manner showing quick-witted intelligence or skill" it also has a second meaning as to appearance "She dressed smartly"