Bimini 2019 July 7th (Bahia Mar) depart July 8th for Bimini return July 13th

[Bruce]

I looked into BGC, but was cautioned about the condition of their dock.

I would tip their guys to tie the boats up and watch them for you. They have a great marina staff. You will be climbing down to or up from your boats at low tide but properly tied there should not be an issue.

 

[Blue Hawaiian]

I confirmed my booking at Bimini Big Game club. With a room for 4 (or more) nights you get Marina free for 4 nights. I pay 5 nights hotel and 1 night marina.

thats a great deal !

 

[SlowDorado]

is there a need to bring a chain or some sort of locking apparatus for the boat? or am I wasting my time thinking about it?
it'll suck to lose my ride home.

 

[Bruce]

is there a need to bring a chain or some sort of locking apparatus for the boat? or am I wasting my time thinking about it?
it'll suck to lose my ride home.

A few boats have been stolen from Resorts World's docks in recent years. I am not aware of any thefts at BGC.

 

[Blue Hawaiian]

A few boats have been stolen from Resorts World's docks in recent years. I am not aware of any thefts at BGC.

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now, you made me worry.......................lol , but really, gonna think about that now , any good sugestion É

 

[Julian]

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now, you made me worry.......................lol , but really, gonna think about that now , any good sugestion É

Make sure your insurance is up to date and covers the Bahamas. Then relax and enjoy!

 

[Amar Nanduri]

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now, you made me worry.......................lol , but really, gonna think about that now , any good sugestion É

Take plenty of mosquito repellent and use it before you start. You will get an unforgettable welcome from the “no seeums “ when you reach Bimini

 

[Julian]

Take plenty of mosquito repellent and use it before you start. You will get an unforgettable welcome from the “no seeums “ when you reach Bimini

Heck...that is the same for all of coastal Florida from my experience! Learned that the hard way when I was installing a radio antenna and radio in my brother's driveway at dusk....drove me freakin nuts!

 

[AJack]

I live in Tampa, we use the Thermacell repellants (Amazon.com: Thermacell MR300 Portable Mosquito Repeller, Olive Green; Contains Fuel Cartridge, 3 Mosquito Repellent Mats; 15-ft Zone of Protection, 12 Hours of Mosquito-Free Relief Included; DEET-Free, No Spray: Kitchen & Dining), very effective.

 

[afsigma21]

Heading down to KY where the boat is stored... Maintenance weekend. Oil, plugs, hope to install VHF and second bildge. I probably have more to do then time, also, its supposed to be 72 and sunny.... soooooooo probably cruise some, maybe take a nap out on the lake.... talk about a destresser!!

 

[SlowDorado]

A few boats have been stolen from Resorts World's docks in recent years. I am not aware of any thefts at BGC.

10 feet of 1/2" thick steel chain enough to lock the boat to the dock? I'm staying in the canal, and from what I read on another forum chaining boats are the norm over there


I read it on the internet, it has to be true....

 

[Bruce]

10 feet of 1/2" thick steel chain enough to lock the boat to the dock? I'm staying in the canal, and from what I read on another forum chaining boats are the norm over there


I read it on the internet, it has to be true....

Two fenders, two 1/2” dock lines and insurance is the norm for me.

 

[AJack]

How are you attaching the chain without damaging the gelcoat? I guess you could have one of those chains with a cloth sleeve. It might be better to get some kind of tracking device placed in the boat. Time for Google.

10 feet of 1/2" thick steel chain enough to lock the boat to the dock? I'm staying in the canal, and from what I read on another forum chaining boats are the norm over there


I read it on the internet, it has to be true....

 

[DieselCamel]

I really don’t think you need to chain your boats up. Yamaha jets boat are at the bottom of the list. If you had a CC with triple or quad 400’s I might be worried

 

[Blue Hawaiian]

Make sure your insurance is up to date and covers the Bahamas. Then relax and enjoy!

All covered, what the worst part could happen, a brand new boat !

 

[SlowDorado]

All covered, what the worst part could happen, a brand new boat !

I wouldnt mind that. It’s the hassle of going through insurance.

 

[SlowDorado]

How are you attaching the chain without damaging the gelcoat? I guess you could have one of those chains with a cloth sleeve. It might be better to get some kind of tracking device placed in the boat. Time for Google.

I was looking at coated chains or the steel chains with a vinyl covering.

 

[Jack Long]

I have stayed at the canal 3 times. No issues.

I have never seen a boat chained to a dock anywhere on North or South Bimini.

 

[SlowDorado]

I have stayed at the canal 3 times. No issues.

I have never seen a boat chained to a dock anywhere on North or South Bimini.

Thanks, Good to know.

 

[AJack]

My group size changed, total of 4 adults, so I was looking around for a 2 bedroom reservation. The one I found is near Alice Town, with Blue Waters Marina nearby. I called the marina and they quoted my $35/night for a slip. All they took was the boat's name and stated that an additional 5% charge would be included if I paid with a credit card upon arrival. This seems incredibly low, should I be worried?

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