New plan of ‘quitting but still moving forward’ summed up my momentum pretty well
@Fishing_With_Essex
4 ай бұрын
Another big factor I know Steve knows is having an effective anchoring system to hold your position if things really go to hell.
@dvcer11boo8
4 ай бұрын
That word suck came out numerous times. Glad it worked out.
@jamesf5987
4 ай бұрын
If I were you I would be wearing an inflatable PFD with a PLB and handheld VHF attached to it. 15 miles offshore with no other boats around. If you somehow fell off your kayak and weren’t able to get back to it, you wouldn’t be making it home. I know you are a capable seaman and Ive learned a lot about fishing from your videos. Thanks for all that you do.
@Manuel_Z_Kayaks
4 ай бұрын
Another option... WINDPADDLE. For going down wind. After using one (Cheap copy) I never kayak without having one in/on my kayak. Only mod is, you'll have to add 2 pad eyes just forward of your pedal drive.
@richards1342
4 ай бұрын
Way to turn a bad day into a teachable moment. Legend.
@2ssfbbh
4 ай бұрын
I am one of those subscribers that really wants to see you jig at the wreck. But after this little adventure, i appreciate even more the old off shore videos. Glad you are safe.
@JeffreyDRein
4 ай бұрын
I once saw a small single engine plane crash off seven mile bridge in a sudden squal that had me hunkering down in the channel outside sunshine key Marina... Heard his sos as flew sideways over my last trying to follow US 1 to marathon.... Coast guard said it was too tough to go out and get him.... Never heard of him again
@mattclark5480
4 ай бұрын
Wow, glad you made it back. Thanks for the video.
@josephprimavera2545
4 ай бұрын
I'm in the Lower Keys and always take an epirb with me. Fishing has been slow with only 1 or 2 Mahi here and there. Really enjoy your videos!
@psyler7086
4 ай бұрын
Bro took a nap on a kayak offshore
@daveorr6848
4 ай бұрын
I had a similar ignition issue with my 2005 Honda Pilot. I fixed it by squirting WD40 into the key hole and inserting and removing the key. Grunge build up on the tumblers causes them to stick. I would insert and remove about 10 times and then squirt more WD40. Every few insertions and removals I would wipe down the key to remove the dirt that comes out of the lock. Make sure you put plastic on the floor as the excess WD40 will run out of the bottom of the ignition cylinder. Repeat until there is no dirt on the key. I had to do this twice a few months apart before the key would work perfectly and the sticking issue never returned. Give it a try Steve.
@gwrulzmylife
4 ай бұрын
Been there, done that. Luckily, my motor stopped and I was only about 2 or 3 miles from Key Largo. The hobie fins were much better than paddling.
@jeremyvelkoff1487
4 ай бұрын
I've always thought what would happen if the motor gives out when you are blue watering.... so glad you made it back... great review of the basic safety steps to take for a well planned trip.
@superfinnman
4 ай бұрын
Just an idea, add another motor mount and two motors when you go way offshore
@stevehogan8829
4 ай бұрын
Man I really feel for you Steve. On the bright side you have the good pedal drive and you are physically capable of the task.. I;m still working towards my recovery. Glad you could do it. I love your videos Sir, Sitting here in my all about the bait shirt waiting until I can get out. I'll have to think about you not accepting help. I'm sure I would accept help if nothing else was available. I only kayak fish now with a paid guide that I know and trust because I would require help in a situation like you were in. I do understand not making that part of your plan. Thanks for taking me with you today, Excellent video Sir
@pepepepito623
4 ай бұрын
Highjacking this comment...5 minutes and the title,yes! Time to quit and go back home. Did you see a priest in your way to the ramp in addition to that banana somewhere inside your hull? Gulfstream:England Northern wind: cuba...
@JeffreyDRein
4 ай бұрын
You don't suck Steve you rock!
@2204thientai
4 ай бұрын
Sta-bil for fuel tank and a spray can of carburetor cleaner. A good 10mm-8mm socket kit, a good long head crew driver, some piano wire or steel leader for cleaning the jet nozzle. That is some basis "survival" for my outboard moto., I carry them with my outboard everywhere i go. Lol... Even thought i use the kit a lot, but most of the time i use the kit for my friend outboard or someone having troubles that i pass by.
@youtubecontractor
4 ай бұрын
Good thing you made it back home
@NS-yu6yf
4 ай бұрын
how old is that outboard? I'd invest in newer 4 stroke with EFI
@youtubecontractor
4 ай бұрын
This would definitely happen to me if I try to go out there
@velocity800
4 ай бұрын
i dont think the emission system is the problem, do you know that this 2.5 hp outboards has tiny fuel filters ? it clogs easily, when was the last time you clean your filter? i own one that's why i know.
@jackdude2626
4 ай бұрын
good job thanks for sharing
@tommessner3502
4 ай бұрын
I have always worried about you breaking down way off shore. Well, it happened. Maybe you ought to have an electric motor as a back up. I know, more weight.
@alanknight4418
4 ай бұрын
Hand held radio dude! Not only for help I'm broke down, but anyone out here on the fish. The dude that checked on you couldn't help bring you in?
@richardperez8113
4 ай бұрын
Jeez man that’s scary
@11ccom
4 ай бұрын
Starter fluid works all the time. yes...
@TheDomin8rr
4 ай бұрын
Another point of failure on those pedal drives is that cable/chain that swings hydrosails back & forth. Mine failed where the chain meets the cable. Seems like in-line primer bulb could maybe be plumbed into that fuel hose between tank & pump to pressurize flow. @13:42 How long before you noticed your rudder was up?
@RRFISHING1
4 ай бұрын
Steve, glad you made it back, uoutofyamind.
@Backroad_Junkie
4 ай бұрын
Okay, my day is going a whole lot better than Steve's, lol. But at least he gets to go fishing! 😁 Edit: I'm glade he made it back alive! Okay, any remark I could make would be a spoiler...
@totalnoobfishing1753
4 ай бұрын
Hate to be Captain Sarcasm, but maybe keep reminding yourself to go to a mechanic.
@Nikkoz33
4 ай бұрын
What do you use for navigation especially in the dark?
@208miuwu
4 ай бұрын
Possible cracked fuel line. All that emissions stuff on a little outboard. Hmm
@RoyLennox
4 ай бұрын
That engine is crazy bad design
@TheMrTopman
4 ай бұрын
Sea Tow for Kayaks
@11ccom
4 ай бұрын
Cuba is not that far away.
@11ccom
4 ай бұрын
gas, spark, compression
@Valkerie1
4 ай бұрын
A life jacket kinda negates the fear of sinking
@craigerickson6308
4 ай бұрын
Might be worth considering a sail or even a kite for an added mode of power incase of an emergency??? Be safe man.
@michaelbrashear6308
4 ай бұрын
Sounds like you lost the slow speed channel of the carb. Probably some junk in the fuel clogged it up.
@Violence0vAction
4 ай бұрын
🤙🏼
@SpruceSculptures
4 ай бұрын
Spray some Triflo lube in the key slot and put key in and out.
@victrou280
4 ай бұрын
4th
@MrCubanito321
4 ай бұрын
Work out of your life
@anthonyvespia6662
4 ай бұрын
I don't think Steve is crazy at all, going 15 to 18 miles off-shore. He's very independent, knows his motors, kayaks, equipment, and has years of knowledge, especially in the keys. He doesn't fear anything out there, doesn't panic, and has everything on board he needs. I love my motors, but my fin-drive, paddle, and PFD are always on my kayak. My PFD is always on me. I've never launched without my, paddle, fin drive, extra water, my cell, radio, and my lights. I don't cheap out on other equipment, a bilge pump, headlamp, tools for the kayak, first-Aid kit, etc.I've seen so many fishing kayaks with so much $$ in fishing gear, and kayak accessories, but not one thing to save yourself, or your vessel, in a real emergency. Glad you're home safe Steve! Knew you'd eventually get back. Thanks for the great things you covered in this video. 💯 🛶 🎣
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