I have an 18 1/2 ft. Kenner center console w/ 115hrp. 2st. Engine. 36 gallon tank. I know that weather and swells may vary but generrally how far out or how deep is too much when fishing the bay area in Port Aransas Tx. I don't know much about the ocean but I have had my share of rough deep sea fishing trips that have made me want to never go out again but the deck hands seemed not be phased a bit.
2006-08-30 07:00:38 · 5 answers · asked by Capt. B. 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Boats & Boating
How much does your boat use in fuel? Remember the old adage, 1/3 out, 1/3 back and 1/3 for safety. 18 1/2 feet seems small for the ocean.
2006-09-01 04:51:41 · answer #1 · answered by science teacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as far as seasickness goes, each boat and person reacts differently to different sea.all you can do is go out in a lot of conditions and maybe they wont phase you at all, or after awhile..or maybe all the time.... and you'll have to go to plan B
as far as how far out....1st and foremost..get the local Coast Guard Auxiliary to give you a free courtesy.. no fines involved... inspection for gear and safety tips.
Remember, life saving gear like jackets and flares is LIFE SAVING gear. Why would you scrimp on something that might save your life? Would you buy the cheapest parachute or cheapest drug or lowest price surgeon?
2nd, what are conditions usually like getting back in thru the pass? Strong current, big waves? It will be more dangerous getting back into coastal waters than out off shore...
3rd have two of the really critical stuff....like two GPS's to tell you where you are.......they don't cost more than a fill up of that 36 gallon tank....and at least a VHF radio and cell phone to call for help. If you're really going 20-30-miles out a 406 class EPIRB for about $500.00 will call for help......and tell the CG where you are.... just by hitting the on switch or throwing it overboard.
start small and short trips and build up your experience...none of were born knowing how to drive boats we all learned slowly and carefully and with a little luck......
2006-08-30 07:23:29 · answer #2 · answered by yankee_sailor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a wise man that fears the ocean, a fool does not. 18' is too small aboat for the ocean, my rule is nothing smaller than 22', You better have a really good PFD AND WEAR IT, with a strobe on it, VHF communication w/ hand held waterproof back up, epirb, contact the local USCG aux. as stated above, they will inspect you (it's FREE), and make sure that you are up to speed, if you're not, they will tell you what you need, (actually give you a list), NO REPORT is ever given to any law enforcement agency of any kind,, it's just a safety inspection by people who care about your safety on the water, they're very nice people (regular Joe's like us) if you feel as if you are going into danger on the water, you probably are, don't ever let anyone sway your judgement CAPTAIN, YOU'RE RUNNING THE SHIP, AND ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR EVERYONE'S SAFETY ON BOARD....NOT THE CREW !
2006-08-30 23:05:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
stay within sight of land,the boat is too small for off shore fishing.Offshore= 30+ feet vessel.Your life,better safe than sorry.
2006-09-03 02:41:04 · answer #4 · answered by Bushit 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
out of port aransas you not going ocean lol you going gulf
2006-08-30 11:34:52 · answer #5 · answered by jyd9999 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋