Another great video, ending with a Lobster dinner. Can it get any better? I think you two should consider a guided Bahama trip with some of us R25 cruisers. You two should be covered and I bet Ranger Tug would support as well. We would love it diving and all. Thank you so much for all your efforts creating and sharing this very special video.
Wow! I enjoyed this video while checking out the sunk sailboat.....catching the lobster...and seeing you two enjoy your under-the-shade lobster dinner. That's living it up!
Greetings from wet England, I think it's been raining here for months so watching your videos at least gives me a glimpse of some sun. That Lobster looked delicious.
Gaulding Cay has good holding. Unlike the area between Fowling Cay and White Cay. In this area there is very little sand due to high current. Therefore the anchor has nothing to grab onto except a few breaks in the bottom. And if you add 45 knot winds , it is a recipe for disaster.
I know nothing about boats but I was told it was the chain that holds the anchor down, not really so much the anchor digging into the bottom. Friction force of the long anchor chain laying on the bottom exceeds the holding power of the anchor itself. Here in the PNW nearly every bottom is rocky but boats still anchor.
The anchor does all of the holding here in the Bahamas. But the chain is an important part as it is, used to absorb the shock of the boat, moving up and down or left to right . even in strong winds that chain is rarely lifted off the bottom. But the chain is also used to prevent wear on the rode . on our small boat we cannot have all chain as it would be too heavy so we have 50 feet of chain, which is enough, typically we anchor in 5 to 10 feet of water.
Love watching you two and your Ranger Tug. Getting inspiration for future dreams of adventures. How much boating experience did you have before going to the Keys/Bahamas? Had you done it before? You also mentioned trouble with your inflatable dinghy, what dinghy would get instead if you did it over again? Is mounting one even possible on an R25? Thanks from Iowa!
Michael has been a commercial captain on a charter boat for over 30 years. He has worked on charterboats in the Florida Keys and along the West Coast. He grew up on a 42 foot ketch His father was a well-known sailor that sailed single-handedly across the Atlantic back in the 80s . I (Julia) have lots of fresh water experience with canoes and kayaks and was a lifeguard and competitive swimmer so I am very comfortable in the water. But except for years of fishing in the Everglades with the family I had no experience living or running a bigger boat in the salt water. I had to learn everything that is intuitive for Michael. He is very patient. Good luck with your dreams … and there are courses for everything to help you !
We love your guys channel and are very envious of your travels. We were wondering at what age did you guys start venturing on Sea nest. Thanks for the info and safe travels.
We are looking into something like a ranger tug we would like to Spend the winter 4 months in Bahamas and the summer 4 months in pacific northwest. Just trying to learn if towing ranger tug across country like that is feasible and OK for the health of the boat. I am two years out from retirement so just trying to research.
Everything is locked up , There is little crime or theft in all of the Bahamas except Nassau - from our experience. Cruisers have told us that Key West , Miami and Nassau are the areas of concern .
We are not in the Bahamas during hurricane season. These days the storms seem to be getting stronger and more frequent even outside of hurricane season.
Hey Guys! I'm a subscribah! What's the story about carrying self protection from Pirates. I was thinking about mounting M61A1 Gatling guns, 1 forward and 1 aft, LOL, LOL! And a complimentary grenade launcher. What do you think?
We think maybe that’s a bit over the top (hahah) The only places we are concerned about theft and personal injury is Nassau and Miami. Everywhere else in the Bahamas is very safe. Thanks for subscribing.
The Bahamas is not the place to learn you that you didn't buy a big enough anchor and long enough chain. We saw that story over and over again on our two Bahamas cruises on our boat. And, you always back down at full power before you go to sleep on a set. And, I always had a handheld GPS with the anchor alarm set next to my head when I slept.
Another great video, ending with a Lobster dinner. Can it get any better?
I think you two should consider a guided Bahama trip with some of us R25 cruisers. You two should be covered and I bet Ranger Tug would support as well. We would love it diving and all.
Thank you so much for all your efforts creating and sharing this very special video.
That’s a great idea. Mike has actually mentioned the same thing- Julia’s not convinced yet.
Wow! I enjoyed this video while checking out the sunk sailboat.....catching the lobster...and seeing you two enjoy your under-the-shade lobster dinner. That's living it up!
Thanks Mac, we really enjoyed ourselves. But seeing the peril others experienced is certainly sobering. So glad to hear nobody was hurt.
first time seeing you guys. watched a ton of your videos keep it up!
Hello John , thank you for the kind words. Julia does an amazing job at the editing.
Greetings from wet England, I think it's been raining here for months so watching your videos at least gives me a glimpse of some sun. That Lobster looked delicious.
Thanks Michael. glad you are enjoying the channel… I think we all do that when we need a little escape - spring is around the corner -hang in there!
Captivating video (as usual) of some fantastic experiences. Inspiring to do more with my RT25! THANKS
That’s great to hear Mitch . Thanks for the kind words , we appreciate it.
Great video. Love the diving!
Thank you Vikki. It is truly our favourite thing to do.
We dove that same wreck when we anchored behind Little Gaulding Cay. No issues with a 6’7” draft, and a 65lb Mantus anchor.
Gaulding Cay has good holding. Unlike the area between Fowling Cay and White Cay. In this area there is very little sand due to high current. Therefore the anchor has nothing to grab onto except a few breaks in the bottom. And if you add 45 knot winds , it is a recipe for disaster.
I know nothing about boats but I was told it was the chain that holds the anchor down, not really so much the anchor digging into the bottom. Friction force of the long anchor chain laying on the bottom exceeds the holding power of the anchor itself.
Here in the PNW nearly every bottom is rocky but boats still anchor.
The anchor does all of the holding here in the Bahamas. But the chain is an important part as it is, used to absorb the shock of the boat, moving up and down or left to right . even in strong winds that chain is rarely lifted off the bottom. But the chain is also used to prevent wear on the rode . on our small boat we cannot have all chain as it would be too heavy so we have 50 feet of chain, which is enough, typically we anchor in 5 to 10 feet of water.
Love watching you two and your Ranger Tug. Getting inspiration for future dreams of adventures. How much boating experience did you have before going to the Keys/Bahamas? Had you done it before? You also mentioned trouble with your inflatable dinghy, what dinghy would get instead if you did it over again? Is mounting one even possible on an R25? Thanks from Iowa!
Michael has been a commercial captain on a charter boat for over 30 years. He has worked on charterboats in the Florida Keys and along the West Coast. He grew up on a 42 foot ketch His father was a well-known sailor that sailed single-handedly across the Atlantic back in the 80s . I (Julia) have lots of fresh water experience with canoes and kayaks and was a lifeguard and competitive swimmer so I am very comfortable in the water. But except for years of fishing in the Everglades with the family I had no experience living or running a bigger boat in the salt water. I had to learn everything that is intuitive for Michael. He is very patient. Good luck with your dreams … and there are courses for everything to help you !
We love your guys channel and are very envious of your travels. We were wondering at what age did you guys start venturing on Sea nest. Thanks for the info and safe travels.
Over 50 , but we are still working. Glad you are enjoying the channel. Are you thinking of adventures of your own?
We are looking into something like a ranger tug we would like to Spend the winter 4 months in Bahamas and the summer 4 months in pacific northwest. Just trying to learn if towing ranger tug across country like that is feasible and OK for the health of the boat. I am two years out from retirement so just trying to research.
Where did you get the table you are using in the cockpit?
Michael built it
Is your home port Fort lauderdale?
Do you take any special steps to secure the boat or outside gear when you are gone spearfishing or on a walk?
Everything is locked up , There is little crime or theft in all of the Bahamas except Nassau - from our experience. Cruisers have told us that Key West , Miami and Nassau are the areas of concern .
Sad to see the wreck. Where is the berries is that? I will put a note on my charts
The location is between White Cay and Fowling Cay . The bottom is heavily scoured. It certainly was sad to see.
I don't know if I've asked this before, what do ya'll do during storm season? It ain't safe on a boat that size in a hurricane, in my opinion.
We are not in the Bahamas during hurricane season. These days the storms seem to be getting stronger and more frequent even outside of hurricane season.
Hey Guys! I'm a subscribah!
What's the story about carrying self protection from Pirates. I was thinking about mounting M61A1 Gatling guns, 1 forward and 1 aft, LOL, LOL!
And a complimentary grenade launcher. What do you think?
We think maybe that’s a bit over the top (hahah) The only places we are concerned about theft and personal injury is Nassau and Miami. Everywhere else in the Bahamas is very safe. Thanks for subscribing.
The Bahamas is not the place to learn you that you didn't buy a big enough anchor and long enough chain. We saw that story over and over again on our two Bahamas cruises on our boat. And, you always back down at full power before you go to sleep on a set. And, I always had a handheld GPS with the anchor alarm set next to my head when I slept.
Sounds good.