2018 Bimini June trip (June 24th - June 30th)

justason said:

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i like boring

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I could think of nothing less boring than a 2.5 hour cruise to Bimini.

justason said:

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i like boring

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I won't complain if it is boring. Or adventurous.

Last year the excitement started trailering down. I fear that as much as I do these forecast. Don't want flats, bearing issues, etc.

or bent axles......

I'm not sure if our total head count makes a difference or not.... however my crew will only have 2 adults.

Dan_NC said:

I'm not sure if our total head count makes a difference or not.... however my crew will only have 2 adults.

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It matters if we have to call the Coast Guard.

BUT
look at the friendships that developed over that stressful situation......we have a special bond because of it!

Bruce said:

It matters if we have to call the Coast Guard.

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In that case, can you please add an ass on @Amar Nanduri boat

View attachment 77030 I really did tell her that

Just got an updated confirmation from Marci for our reservation change. She also included a lot of FAQ’s and tips. One thing I noticed is that most everybody accepts cash only? Does this include fuel? We need to make sure we don’t run out of money and then nobody accepts our cards. Any ideas on an average amount most people carry with them?

Damn I wake up a little while ago after working night shift to find I having to read 3 and half pages to catch up, you guys have been busy.

After reviewing wave forecasts and the weather forecasts, a Monday morning crossing is not something I want this group to attempt. The waves don't bother me too much but for the folks that haven't experienced it could be a rough uncomfortable ride. But what really concerns me is the weather forecast, there is a very strong chance of thunderstorms Monday morning which will make the waves even worse.

So I am moving the official crossing to Sunday. Sorry @justason for crowding the Sunday group with all the cool kids.

With this size group I agree with others that a captain's meeting on Saturday night should be in the Marina building lobby.

My crew is looking at a crossing between 10am and 11am on Sunday, anyone that wants to join us is welcome.

AndyD said:

Just got an updated confirmation from Marci for our reservation change. She also included a lot of FAQ’s and tips. One thing I noticed is that most everybody accepts cash only? Does this include fuel? We need to make sure we don’t run out of money and then nobody accepts our cards. Any ideas on an average amount most people carry with them?

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they took cards for fuel. and I believe the restaurant took cards 3 Daughters was cash only and I think Donovan took cash for the golf cart rentals....
some banks charge that lovely international fee though, you may want to check with your bank

AndyD said:

Just got an updated confirmation from Marci for our reservation change. She also included a lot of FAQ’s and tips. One thing I noticed is that most everybody accepts cash only? Does this include fuel? We need to make sure we don’t run out of money and then nobody accepts our cards. Any ideas on an average amount most people carry with them?

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Also, some places have a service charge for using cards, you pay the card process fee. If you want to save a little money bring a boat load of cash, otherwise the only cash you really need is for parking in Fort Lauderdale and for the Bahamas Customs.

@AndyD, make life easy. Take cash and plenty of it.

For folks that are having a difficult time finding a place for Sunday night, my crew is in 7I, a 2 bedroom w/loft and 3 bathrooms, and are happy to share for the night. Just let me know so that I can bring some air mattress for the folks on the floor, also there is at least one couch to crash on.

Just cancelled our reservation at Bahia Mar for sunday night. They have no rooms left at the jet boater rate, so I'll probably stay at the Motel 6 like @Julian. Still trying to get a place in Bimini for Sunday night.

Ok...so you want to make this trip even scarier....keep reading....

We drove through a storm last year....I wish I'd read these articles and thought about the risks:

https://www.boatingmag.com/surviving-lightning-strikes-while-boating-0

https://www.boatingmag.com/gear/how-to-prepare-lightning-strikes

If we end up in a storm this year, I will:

1. First do anything I can to avoid a storm (make a big detour around it!) See if we have cell coverage to look up radar. 1 in 1000 is good odds!
2. Lower the antenna
3. Disconnect the antenna from the radio
4. Stick my metal boat hook in a tower rod holder
5. Drive with one hand (wooden spoon?) and one hand in my pocket
6. Make sure hand held radio is in ditch bag inside the storage room (tower comes down towards the stern).
7. Tell my brother that I hear fish really like to bite in the rain....and doesn't he want to sit on the back with his HUGE PENN Rods and reels? LOL

Andy S said:

Sorry @justason for crowding the Sunday group with all the cool kids.

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"cool kids" #falseboatingnews

a safe passage for all is welcome. Alpha team charges 2 bears apiece for this Sunday privileged.

ALSO: I wanted to repeat what @ThatJeepGuy posted on the previous page in case it was missed (or someone was napping) Bahia Mar fuel docks are closed this weekend...... fuel up before dipping or at the marina near the bridge.

sorry for the repeat, but its an important one to catch thanks @ThatJeepGuy

justason said:

sorry for the repeat, but its an important one to catch thanks @ThatJeepGuy

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The Lauderdale Marina, just north of the HWY 17 (A1A) bridge, opens at 6 am Sunday, so if folks that can't fuel on Saturday, this is an option for Sunday morning.

Sbrown said:

Just cancelled our reservation at Bahia Mar for sunday night. They have no rooms left at the jet boater rate, so I'll probably stay at the Motel 6 like @Julian. Still trying to get a place in Bimini for Sunday night.

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Did you try calling them I had Saturday and Sunday booked and online it wouldn't let me change it with out charging me the full rate Saturday but I called and they fixed me up.