JetBoaters.net Bimini Fling July 9th to 14th 2018

[JerseyYami]

Hi Guys, I have a question for the group crossing July 9th. My father in-law wants to do some serious fishing so who in this group is bringing fishing equipment? We want to figure out who is fishing and what type of fishing you plan on doing so we can consolidate fishing poles etc.... We want to do BOTH light and heavy duty fishing but don't want to bring a ton of stuff. Please TEXT STEVE at (609)828-0817 so we can coordinate. Thanks in advance!

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

2018 Bimini Fling Shirt Info

https://jetboaters.net/threads/2018-bimini-fling-shirts.17629/

 

[Berrie]

Well, there is some good news.
FL has relaxed their oversized towing restrictions for boats, so I now may tow any day of the week, except for holidays.
This will shorten the trip home by more than day! We can load up on Saturday, drive to somewhere north of Orlando, and then on Sunday continue on into AL up to Montgomery.

And then of course there is the bad news.
One of my (aging) engines has developed a small problem which has caused me to question the overall reliability. She's in the shop now, and I hope to hear this or next week whether it is worth it to service and repair, or if I am looking at a full repower. A full repower will not be completed prior to the July trip, so if that is the case, I will have to cancel this year's trip. I'll let you know when I know.

And then for another struggle, yesterday I towed our small boat from GA to KC MO where my employer relocated me to. Not too far into the trip:



So one thing I learned from this: If you test your jack, keep in mind that, with a flat tire, your axle will sit about 2" lower. So if your jack had 1.5" clearance, when the tire is flat, your jack is 0.5" too tall and will not fit under the axle....

 

[tim h]

Always carry several blocks of wood. And a long 2x8 to use as a ramp....

 

[Betik]

@Berrie why dont you bring the small boat ?

 

[Mainah]

Hi Guys, I have a question for the group crossing July 9th. My father in-law wants to do some serious fishing so who in this group is bringing fishing equipment? We want to figure out who is fishing and what type of fishing you plan on doing so we can consolidate fishing poles etc.... We want to do BOTH light and heavy duty fishing but don't want to bring a ton of stuff. Please TEXT STEVE at (609)828-0817 so we can coordinate. Thanks in advance!

Steve. I have asked lots of fishing questions in this thread because I am a novice looking to get better for one of my kids who really enjoys it. Reef fishing is what most do with 30 lb rig. Some do bring rigs capable of 70 or 80lbs but usually not needed. Most buy frozen squid for the bait. Fluorocarbon leader or line is needed. I am only bringing two reef fishing setups. If anyone is looking for a fishing partner my 15 year old son will likely jump at the chance.

 

[Berrie]

@Berrie why dont you bring the small boat ?

It is only a 19’ Bayliner, not self-bailing, and I believe it’s suicide to try and cross in it.
If you live in FLL and you can pick your days, maybe, but being on a schedule, hell no.

 

[Speedling]

Hey, has anyone gone and seen the stones of atlantis? Anything worth seeing or not really?

 

[Bruce]

Hey, has anyone gone and seen the stones of atlantis? Anything worth seeing or not really?

They are worth seeing for 5 minutes. Three Sisters which is nearby has much more interesting sea life. But you will be in the area so it is worth looking at the rectangular stones 20’ below.

 

[Speedling]

Just got word my custom boat cover is finished! Making sure it fits Wednesday and hopefully this weekend i can ger neighbors to help put the tower back on!
Still need to do new barrery box mounts and make sure i hook all my wires up right but then it's fire it up and get it running!
What do you guys have boat wise to get accomplished?
I also need to look into the svrs kinda stuff to make my states return quick and easy.
Any suggestions on this aspect as well?
I know the other thread was talking about an app.

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

Just wanted to remind everyone that you have 6 days left to order your 2018 Bimini Fling shirts. All of the details and the order form link can be found in the thread https://jetboaters.net/threads/2018-bimini-fling-shirts.17629/

 

[Berrie]

The verdict is in....
The engines are good to go with a good service ($6,200) and one new outdrive ($6,200).

Thank God I don’t have an expensive hobby, like, well, playing chess or something like that....

 

[Betik]

Thank God I don’t have an expensive hobby, like, well, playing chess or something like that....

what do you mean by "hobby" ? I thought this is a necessity just as medical bills. My wife agree to put money on the boat instead of the shrink

 

[Berrie]

what do you mean by "hobby" ? I thought this is a necessity just as medical bills. My wife agree to put money on the boat instead of the shrink

It this yours @Betik ?

 

[Betik]

It this yours @Betik ?

That must be @Julian first boat.
This is mine

 

[JamesParks]

JamesParks has registered to captain PWC JetSki with a crew of 1 adults and children. They hail from the home port of Richmond, Virginia.

The crew is described as: It is a PWC, and I am the only rider.

You can register for the event using the form at
https://jetboaters.net/forms/bimini-2018-registration-june-25th-to-30th.8/respond for June 25th to 30th
or
https://jetboaters.net/forms/bimini-2018-registration-july-9th-to-14th.6/respond for July 9th to 14th

 

[Dallas]

Dallas has registered to captain Greg’s with a crew of 1 adults and children. They hail from the home port of Charlotte, NC.

The crew is described as: I am the only one on the jetski

You can register for the event using the form at
https://jetboaters.net/forms/bimini-2018-registration-june-25th-to-30th.8/respond for June 25th to 30th
or
https://jetboaters.net/forms/bimini-2018-registration-july-9th-to-14th.6/respond for July 9th to 14th

 

[Mgray]

Mgray has registered to captain Lucifer with a crew of 3 adults and 0 children. They hail from the home port of Richmond,va.

The crew is described as:

You can register for the event using the form at
https://jetboaters.net/forms/bimini-2018-registration-june-25th-to-30th.8/respond for June 25th to 30th
or
https://jetboaters.net/forms/bimini-2018-registration-july-9th-to-14th.6/respond for July 9th to 14th

 

[Bruce]

@JamesParks, @Dallas, @Mgray are you with Raul?

@Mgray are you crossing with 3 on a ski?

 

[Betik]

@JamesParks, @Dallas, @Mgray @Mgray

do you guy have reservations at Bimini Sands, I am getting ready to cancel mine and I want to make sure that no one from our groups needs it.