Depth Sounders Are Helpful When They Work!

Depth Sounders Are Helpful When They Work! | 24ft Sailfish

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6 ай бұрын

This guy claims that he used to be able to cut through here, but based on where he ran aground, it was more of a misjudgment than a shifted sandbar that caused him to call in a dispatch. That being said, sandbars, particularly ones near inlets, tend to shift and grow over time, and especially after large storms such as hurricanes. We had a Cat 3 hurricane (Idalia) come through exactly 3 months prior and the sandbars in the area definitely shifted a bit just from this one storm. This is why it’s important to keep your charts updated and also keep your eyes outside the boat and looking at the water.
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🚤 Join us on this towboat adventure as we respond to a distress call from a 24ft Sailfish center console that ran aground! The boat owner insists he used to navigate through the area successfully, but today's mishap suggests otherwise. Was it a misjudgment or a shifted sandbar? Let's dive into the details.
⚓ Understanding the dynamics of waterways is crucial for every boater. In this video, we discuss the impact of changing sandbars, especially near inlets, and how they can be affected by natural events like hurricanes. Just three months ago, Hurricane Idalia (a Cat 3 storm) swept through, leaving its mark on the local waters. The aftermath? Shifted sandbars!
🗺️ One key takeaway is the importance of regularly updating your charts. Sandbars are notorious for evolving over time, and post-storm changes can catch even seasoned boaters off guard. Our towboat crew emphasizes the significance of keeping a keen eye on the water and surroundings, as relying solely on past experiences may not be foolproof.
👀 Whether you're a seasoned captain or a newbie navigating these waters, this video serves as a reminder to stay vigilant and adapt to the ever-changing conditions of our maritime environment. Share your own experiences or tips in the comments below, and let's keep the boating community informed and safe!
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@sreed8570 3 күн бұрын

At least you have a decent well equipped boat to work from. I've seen some of these tow guys using boats that looked like they just came from the scrap yard.

@CaptKenO 2 күн бұрын

I do now...go look at some of my older videos and the boats I was running back then

@sreed8570 2 күн бұрын

@@CaptKenO I thought so but I didn't want to sound insulting if I was wrong lol

@CaptKenO 2 күн бұрын

Lol 😂

@WabbitHole 6 ай бұрын

@CaptKenO Really enjoy your videos. I worked at Lowrance Electronics as a EE Design Engineer in their R&D for about 15 years.(Long ago) I spent a lot of time on the water testing Sonar, GPS, etc. I thought I was a decent boat operator until I started watching the things you do. You have skills, young man. Your average person buys and boat and goes out with no or little skills. My dad took me out 2 days a week fishing, so I grew up on the water. And my dad drove trucks his entire life, so I could back a trailer before I learned had to drive going forward. Now old and retired I get watch channels like yours and dream about being on the water. Stay safe out there!

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Haha. Thanks mate! I'm glad you're enjoying my content and can live vicariously through me😂

@sethg.4127 6 ай бұрын

12:38 dolphin off the bow of your boat. Time for a wetsuit! Or at least half of a wetsuit.

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Haha. Yep. There were a couple around that day. If it's cold enough for a wetsuit, I'm not getting in the water 😂 Besides, once I get out of the water I've just got a cold suit on

@seawench555 6 ай бұрын

Seriously Ken, 3 grown men couldn't push that boat off that sandbar🤣😄😃Glad at least there's one man with some brains Go Capt Ken.!!!!😎 Another top job💙

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Lol 😂 Thanks Karlene! They may or may not have been able to push that boat off...but I can't blame them for not trying

@johnlau2191 6 ай бұрын

Why do that when you pay for a membership to do that for you?

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Because they didn't actually have a membership...It was a freedom boat club boat, so not sure who ends up paying for it

@seawench555 6 ай бұрын

@@CaptKenO Thanks Ken.😎

@theoreinecke4867 6 ай бұрын

Fantastic job

@CaptKenO 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Theo!

@vancity2349 6 ай бұрын

That was great, nice tow and nice people, happy to be free again...

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Vancity! I always wonder what their conversation is like after I let them go 😂

@edwardbrown2054 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the closed caption !! Great vid

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Edward!

@theoreinecke4867 6 ай бұрын

I admire your job 👍

@CaptKenO 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Theo!

@zonzeven 6 ай бұрын

At 3:25 you have insufficient sight under water. Do you have polaroid sunglasses ? When I sail or kayak I wear polaroid, it really helps. Greetings from a Dutch fan of this channel.

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Yes, I do wear polarized glasses and they help a lot, but they can only do much

@Animalwon 6 ай бұрын

I know this is too late to help on this job but this Is a great opportunity to use an Air cannon to throw a tow rope to the other boat. An Air cannon is what they use to throw T-shirts to FANS at sports arenas. You could air cannon a bean bag with a strong string line to the other boat and they could pull in the rope by themselve, from your boat to theirs..

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

The problem with that is the I'm relying on them to tie the knot...something I generally prefer not to do because they'll either tie something that comes undone, or something that can't be undone. Neither are great outcomes. Plus, there the liability side of shooting at people 😂

@size-matters 6 ай бұрын

Someone should invent an electronic chart with GPS that shows where you are and what the water depth is.

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

That's an amazing idea 💡 I bet you could make millions if not billions off that 🤣

@jodywade5617 6 ай бұрын

Another fun one to watch, 31deg here in SE AK.

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Jody! I don't envy you at all. I'm originally from Boston and I don't miss the cold whatsoever ❄

@paulkersey2179 6 ай бұрын

Nice job. 67 deg water is 'warm in SoCal

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

Haha. Thanks Paul! Considering only a few months ago the water was around 93, 67 is freezing 😂

@The.Real.Timmii 12 күн бұрын

why not have a spool for your tow rope?

@CaptKenO 11 күн бұрын

Too big and bulky for the amount of towline we carry...

@DirtySouth33T 6 ай бұрын

i know its not related to this video but always been a question between sea tow and tow boat on how far off you guys will come. where i am at we can run 70 miles out maybe more at times if something were to happen do you guys ever make those types of runs? what is the farthest you have been? like the videos man

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

I can't speak for Seatow, but TowBoat US has defined limits (that don't seem to be hard limits) that vary from location to location, but it really seems to be a $$$ limit than distance. Meaning if you're really far offshore, your TBUS policy only covers X $$$, so you may be on the hook for the remaining cost, but they'd still come get you. If you have a specific area you frequent, I would call up your local tbus/seatow and ask them though. The furthest I've personally gone is 75nm W of Anna Maria Island, so it was about 85nm from my home port in Sarasota. I hit T storms for the first 40nm on the way out and then for about 50nm on the way back in

@DirtySouth33T 6 ай бұрын

@@CaptKenOthanks brother stay safe. I have sea tow but was thinking about switching this year to tow boat. I have never had to use it knock on wood but i always have it

@CaptKenO 6 ай бұрын

I'm biased...but honestly, both are great companies. Depending on where you boat, one might be better than the other in that specific area, but overall they're comparable in most regards.