Going through a few things to check off at the boat ramp when you get your first bass boat!!!
Videographer. – Luke Brasher
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KAYAK INFO
Dugout bait and tackle –
770.634.4481
DUGOUTFISHING@KENNESAWBAIT.COM
Kayak – Hobie pro angler XR 14 360
Mat kit – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/hobie-pro-angler-marine-mat (call to custom order any color/pattern you want)
graph mount, dashboard – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/the-dugout-dashboard-graph-mount
RED GREED Nav lights for motors – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/dugout-premium-red-green-nav-lights
Motor torqeedo 1103 – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/torqeedo-1103ac-915wh-kayak-motor
Rock Guard for motor – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/innovative-sportman-utility-rock-guard-403-1103
metal steering triangle for motor – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/steering-triangle
ENTIRE pulley system kit for torqeedo or newport motor – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/fischer-pulley-system-for-newport-torqeedo
Lowrance HDS 9 and or 10 – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/lowrance-hds-pro-9-w-transducer
POINT 1 lowrance GPS – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/point-1-gps-antenna
Livescope mount for any FFS transducer – https://www.dugoutfishing.com/product-page/fischer-panoptix-livescope-mount
GEAR USED
Worm
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Gear used-
PFD bluestorm Atmos 40 and Stratus 35 CODE FISCHER10
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Mounts – https://amzn.to/43iH9Vl
Behind me mount – https://rammount.com/products/rap-114-psp-18-18-au
00:00 Introduction
14:11 weigh in day 1
20:11 biggest fish of the event
24:05 final weigh in
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One of the biggest things I learned at the boat ramp is to only worry about your own problems, don't hurry up for anyone else.
You'll get good quick with the early morning chaos.
Well not sure he did but don’t let people use the boat seat as a step , make sure everyone is wearing a PFD
If that’s an aluminum hull go easy on the speed running chop. I know someone in Michigan who broke the welds on an aluminum hull Ranger running in Lake St. Clair.
Gratz on the beautiful boat!.
Never heard of leaving the cover on while trailering. Eventually it will rip.
Did you attach the kill switch?
I sit on a throw cushion to help see better under power.
You will want (required by BASS?) a better life jacket that has a collar to keep you face up if thrown and unconscious.
Resume show happy you got yourself your is South Bay new boat
Play see you got yourself a gospel bass you can take more you can go spots where other people can when they are in there coyotes in commute play American fish out there in deeper water
Love it! Keep up the tutorials, young lady!
This is funny. I’m going from Boat to Kayak in you are going from Kayak boat.
First off… I’m a Big fan of your Channel, you Truly are an inspiration
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I myself own a Ranger and it’s been a great Boat!
I’m not trying to be mean or anything like that but… TJ should have not touched the boat during this launch but instead been coaching you through it start to finish. I say this because if you are launching by yourself it’s important to go hands on everything right from the get go. Start a routine and repeat it every time you launch, it will eliminate errors and keep you safe. Also, pay attention to how far your trailer needs to go in the water to launch and load your boat and keep in mind all launches can have different inclines so finding the sweet spot for your trailer will make loading easier. I’ve made my mistakes with one very expensive one
Just trying to help
Best of luck to you! Hoping to meet you one day until then stay safe and Fish on!!
Needed this!!!
Omg as a female new bass owner – I LOVE THIS SERIES!! this will help so many new boat owners
I bought my first bass boat back in 2017. I've always dreamed to have one, so I finally pulled the trigger for my 42nd birthday. Nothing flashy, just a 17ft aluminum Crestliner VT17. I love it! LOVE LOVE! … The most intimidating part for me, still today, is solo unloading and solo loading. Get a routine so you follow the same steps time after time after time so you won't forget something. Always prep your boat away from the ramp. Here is my routine… Load your gear, get your buoys ready, get your PFD's ready, get your ropes ready, walk to the back, and verify the plug is in (also recommend having a spare on hand), release the back straps, and relieve the motor toter (supporter). Then I put the key in and turn the engine to "on", not cranking. I just want to hear the tone. The tone can tell you if you have a problem or not. Then turn the key back off. I pop open the gas and battery compartment and look for gas leaks in the hull. You may smell gas, but that's normal. Good to pop this open and let those fumes out if you do. I leave my front straps connected for now. I get my wheel chocks ready and easily to get to from the driver side of my truck. Harbor Freight has a great rubber one I recommend. Get one and a nice 3ft section of 3/4"-1" diameter rope tied to it. Makes it easy to lug around. Now, I'm finally ready to go to the ramp, and piss myself if it's a crowded one lol. Someone once gave me a great tip for backing down… Don't use reverse. Instead, put the truck in neutral and let the weight of the boat and trailer pull you down. If you put it in reverse, there's a chance you can panic and gas it. Instead, just have it in neutral and let it pull you down while you have your foot on the break. Once my rear wheels touch the water, I apply the e-break (while in neutral), then I put it in park. The parking break can hop out of gear, so don't trust it. I get out, tie my rope from my boat to the trailer (50ft rope) and I unhook the safety and winch strap. Now, back in the truck, I release the ebreak, back into neutral, and continue to back into the water just enough for the boat to rise and start to drift off. Once the boat is drifting, I start pulling up the ramp slightly. The rope will tighten and hold the boat from drifting away. I hold the break, apply the e-break, then put it in park and now get out of the truck, put my wheel chock under my rear wheel, disconnect the rope, jump in and dock the boat. Then I wipe the sweat off my for head and say a prayer "thank you God for helping me through this again. Please don't let anyone steal my truck. Please don't let my truck pop off gear and drift into the water". This is in my head as I hurry back to the truck to get it out of the way and parked. Have fun K!! I'm so excited to follow you on your new chapter! Go enjoy yourself and your new toys.
Kristine first thing you need to learn take your hat off put your thumb through back of your hat and grab the wheel keeps your hat out of the drink she going to run a touch faster than your kayak role your cover from back to front when you go to put it back on its ready to put over trolling motor and run it to back not that I want to give you bad habits I have had bass boat since 1988 I have never unhooked boat from trailer at the water unhook at top unless you are on rollers or really steep landing I have never had my boat ever come off before hits the water that's on a glass boat I have never had aluminum as you keep using you will learn more what you are comfortable with
You will do well in your new boat fishing adventure Kristine. I know you will! Really nice boat. God bless. Keep the faith.
Congrats on your new ranger boat
Kristine, I'm about to explode with excitement for you! That's a beautiful boat and I'm so happy to see you entering this phase of bass fishing tournaments! You go girl!
Can't wait until more videos and to hear what you like or dislike about the boat. We are on the verge or ordering one.
Hat Strap! Check
That is a super nice boat Kristine. So glad to see you reaching to higher milestones. By the way that was a Texas mustache on him
Funny I went from Bass Boat to Kayak !!!!
Congrats Kristine ! You definitely deserve an awesome boat. Have a smooth ride !!
It’s your preference on the seat don’t let anyone tell you it needs to come out ! If your knees are jacked up like mine, I have to have a seat.
I just bought the Ranger aluminum RT188 and love it! Don’t let people rush you at the ramp! Take your time. Launching can be stressful but only if you let it be. Congrats!
We went to Chickamauga and it snowed on the way there. Everyone else had an inch of ice on the deck. 98% of the time no cover. If it’s raining or any precipitation put on the cover otherwise it doesn’t exist.
I'm excited for you. It's not exactly a whole new area for you. The level that you need to pay attention to and operate in is vastly different.
Much like driving a vehicle, driving a boat is done from a defensive position. The decision process is much easier because you're more aware of what's going on around you.
I can see you having so much fun with your boat. You will get to see the same water and shore line from a whole fresh perspective.
You've got this girl! Rock on.
I LOVE being on the water! Best thing I ever did when I started boating on my own was take a coast guard boating certification class. Learned a lot! Along with trial and era. So excited for you and can't wait to continue watching your journey!
When I arrive at a ramp I have a procedure for prepping the boat to launch. I do it in the same order every time. Same goes for loading at the end of the day. I don’t let my friends help in any way, that will lead to errors like drain-plugs in live well drains…not the boat drain. Time to start taking the boat as much as you can. You’re gonna have to adjust all of your casting and fishing techniques. You’re gonna love a boat, you can bring all the crap you want lol.
Get em Kristine,
Congratulations Babygirl
Dont talk to anyone at ramp until you first thing put the plug in!
I attended a boat show 2 weekends ago and came close to pulling the trigger on a brand new boat. What held me back? I remember the PTSD I get at the boat ramps here in the Tampa area on sunny weather days. That and I can't back up a trailer to save my life.
Beautiful boat Kristine! How exciting!
thats really dope rig there, super uber nice. i been wanting a bass boat sooooo bad and keep the kayak on the side but i asked the wife if i could get a bass cat puma(2023) and that was met with a loud laugh and quick no, but im definitely gonna get me something in the 10-15kish range maybe by the end of the season.(not good at waiting) im already saving ,she is for sure on board with that im also looking for a life vest for the doggo that has her all in when the dog is involved
Great boat!! Leave nothing unsecured in the back of truck.
Beautiful boat Kristine , may I suggest putting the cover in the cab of the truck, It wont walk away & if it rains its easier to put back on .
Your kill switch is important dont forget to clip to your self.
Trim your motor down once it’s off the trailer in the water. Nice boat congratulations.
Kristine, #1 thing you need to get is Bering Budies. They mount into your Axles on the outside. What they do is Automatically Grease your bearings on your trailer. Also get a lock for your spare or it will grow legs. Go kick some boys ass . God Bless
Congrats…hope you still come back to the susquehanna in pa to pay us a visit!
Happy 4 You!
Great video and great boat. "You gotta" get a "ratchet-type" boat cover. They are super expensive, but you'll get away from all those straps flying around and possibly flapping against your boat. The ratchet-type covers are super snug and make your boat profile very streamline. They fold and roll away easily as well. Look up Dowco Marine.
dont drive with boat cover on. the wind will shred the poor thing