Florida Kayaking Anclote Key Preserve State Park

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@LJ-jq8og 2 жыл бұрын

Almost forgot, you have opened us up to the ability to motor, then kayak, and also SUP, allows access to all kinds of places. And also I would perceive, gives you greater stamina for longer trips as your body can stand and sit and therefore not get as sore from being cramped upfor so long. All around a win-win...

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Hi LJ! Thank you for watching and for your wonderful comments! You are right, those go pros are awesome! I’m using the newest model, the hero 10 and I absolutely love it! Thank you for all of your support and safe adventuring for you in 2022!

@elimogenson3316 2 жыл бұрын

The experience of camping on the gulf side of north end is absolutely amazing. About a 6.5 mile paddle each way from Anclote River Park. Just remember to pack it out and mind the tides. A long touring kayak makes all the difference when I go

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 Eli - Thanks for watching and for your insights on camping at Anclote Island 🏝 I certainly hope to camp there on one of my future Florida trips. Safe adventuring!

@chrispageau6375 2 жыл бұрын

Love that kayak cooler!

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting Chris! I love that kayak cooler too! You should get one!

@anselmoreyes6160 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. My wife and I have learned a lot from you

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and commenting Anselmo Reyes! Have a great weekend!

@Bamaoutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Nice little ride!

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

@bamaoutdoors - Thanks for watching and commenting! Yes, I really am enjoying that PaddleSki! Safe adventuring out there in 2022!

@natas6941 2 жыл бұрын

Used to love both you and Trip Smith since you both did kayak trips. He went 100% powerboat unfortunately. Glad to see you still love to kayak even though you have a motor now. I really want one of those lol

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, I will never stop paddling! I like cycling and paddling because it’s human powered and I’m a cardio workout junkey, Lol! My next video will be a kayaking only tour through the mangrove tunnels at Weedon Island in the TampaBay area. Thanks for watching and commenting!!!

@collinduvernois2557 Жыл бұрын

I used to live in anclote never knew there was a lighthouse on that island and now that me and my two friends travel around Florida looking at lighthouses I can take them to the lighthouse near where I grew up and also show them my hometown area

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome Collin! Safe adventuring out there!

@TitusvilleEcoAdventures Жыл бұрын

Very cool boat.

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting! Here’s my full review, plus another adventure video on the Chassahowitzka Springs / River! PaddleSki Boat / Kayak / SUP - The “Do Everything” boat! Sea Eagle website PaddleSki page - bit.ly/33PbnFH My review of the PaddleSki - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b85gddJ7zp68mn0.html Adventure videos in the PaddleSki: Chassahowitzka Springs / River - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sNapfMyE2566Y4k.html Anclote Key Florida - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gqh1hbJzuK3GcWw.html

@LJ-jq8og 2 жыл бұрын

These paddle-ski videos are so cool. Excellent footage with perfect music scores. So so soothing. Thank you Cliff for the upbeat opportunity to mentally escape and take a wonderful trip with you. Only down side: you may end up costing me a small fortune between the Paddle ski & Honda, and getting a GoPro too, that GoPro filming was so stable and crystalline -- $$$$. SOS :)

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

@Deltro61 2 жыл бұрын

As someone who's dabbled with video and editing, I don't think most people appreciate what Cliff goes through to make these videos. This is a heck of a lot of work. It's really easy to sit back and watch and enjoy, but it is definitely time-consuming, and and expensive getting all the things you need to do it properly. I for example still don't have a remote mic set up and this can be limiting with the distance the camera is from you. And Cliff goes the extra mile and does some aerial footage as well. Just amazing stuff really. I for one sincerely appreciate all the effort Cliff!

@LJ-jq8og 2 жыл бұрын

@@Deltro61 Yes, I find his end product soothing too.

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and the kind comments Troy! I really enjoy making these videos and getting all the comments that I do from everyone! Safe adventuring out there everyone!

@mightylore 2 жыл бұрын

Hey nice shirt! Go Noles! 😊 Happy new year!

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Go Seminoles! Safe adventuring for you in 2022!

@mightylore 2 жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff Thanks, and same to you! I love your awesome videos!

@reallyhappenings5597 2 жыл бұрын

I was skeptical of the Paddleski but it looks like a good vessel for what it is. I still think Sea Eagle needs to bigger (longer) in the canoes and kayaks. Still happy with my FT465 after six years, with all wear caused by my hard use.

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

That’s great! Six years out of your fast track. I know some people that I’ve had their boats for 10+ years. If you take care of them and store them properly, they will last a long time! Thanks for watching and commenting, have a great weekend!

@greenridgeoutdooradventure3433 Жыл бұрын

Great video, we were just there in Nov 2021 and posted 3 videos on Anclote. We will definitely be going back.

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Green Ridge outdoor adventures for watching and commenting! Go ahead and post the links for your Anclote videos here if you like! Safe adventuring!

@greenridgeoutdooradventure3433 Жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff Thanks! Anclote Key 1 - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jtSpkquQ19PSZ3k.html Anclote Key 2 - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pMBhqq-Er7WwpGg.html Anclote Key 3 - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nbaoe5yk3ty3g4U.html - GROA

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Great videos! I just subscribed!

@lonnielongtin5110 2 жыл бұрын

Truly appreciate the many videoes you post. Just received my new SeaEagle 437 paddle/ski boat. Do you have the 15” or 20” shaft Honda outboard? Any tip/accessories you’d recommend based on your experience with this boat? Thanks for your response.

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Lonnie, congratulations on your new PaddleSki! I have the shorter shaft Honda. I believe that’s the only one that sea eagle sells. Whatever they sell, is what I have, but I am 99% sure it’s the 15 inch. I hope that helps, if you ever have any questions at any time, reach out to me. My contact information is on my website@kayakcliff.com.

@gilfolsom5980 2 жыл бұрын

Love the concept of the Paddleski, strongly considering it! Questions: 1. I live at almost 8,000 feet, and frequently visit lakes at 9,000-10.000 feet. I have read you lose 3% horsepower for every 1,000 feet of elevation. So at 10,000 feet, the Honda 5 hp is only 3.1 hp. Would I be better off with an electric outboard such as the Torqeedo or Epropulsion, which are supposed to be the equivalent of a 3 hp outboard with no loss of power at altitude? No noise and no maintenance. 2. How deep does the water have to be to use the motor? Thanks again for your great videos!

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

@gil folsom Thanks for watching Gil! I have heard the same things about outboards at altitude. With a Torquedo, you wouldn’t lose any power at all. The model that you would use with that boat will give you an hour range on a full charge at full power. If you are on lakes at altitude, more than likely they are not that large, so an hour of power would be all you would ever need I think. PaddleSki will go 7 miles an hour with a Torquedo at full speed. With a solar panel charger up in the bow of the boat, you could recharge the battery if you have a long overnighter and sun ☀️ to charge it. An extra battery for the Torquedo, runs $1000. That’s another way to double your range. I think the spare battery weighs 9 pounds. I think the Torquedo engine only weighs in the 30 pound range. Good luck! Let me know if you have any other questions, I’m always available to help! Thanks for using my affiliate link with Sea Eagle and safe adventuring in 2022! bit.ly/33PbnFH

@sandrajarboe7542 2 жыл бұрын

And yes....we always pick up trash when paddling. We have paddle a ton of places in Florida as well as about 50 of the natural springs.

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sandra for doing your part with the trash! That’s my goal too! I want to get to as many of Florida Springs as I can. Safe adventuring out there this weekend!

@panussayaengwall1950 Жыл бұрын

You can camp at Cadalesi. BUT only for boat camping though.

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

That’s good to know, thanks for sharing :-)

@panussayaengwall1950 Жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff love all your video, thank you for sharing them.

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Thank You for watching!

@iowamatt2519 2 жыл бұрын

I literally just left Clearwater airport dropping one of my kids at airport, I'm up the coast at Weeki Wachee for the winter

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting Iowa Matt! Enjoy your winter up in Weeki Wachee, I bet that is awesome up there!

@bobmccurdy5030 Жыл бұрын

Is Anclote Key the one that the Tarpon Springs tour boats visit? I was one one that went to an island and we got off and walked a few minutes before heading back. People in small boats were pulling in some large fish.

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Yes Bob, you are correct! That is Anclote key. Pretty cool place, huh? Hopefully next time you’ll be able to stay a little longer :-)

@satra270 Жыл бұрын

Hi Cliff any sugestión on a way of te king the miles your do when you paddle/kayak

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 satra270 - Download the “Paddle Logger” app. It is available on the Apple App Store and I’m sure it’s probably available on android as well. This is the best app that I have found.

@cathyervin6555 2 жыл бұрын

Love your Paddleski videos! We bought one after seeing your review video of the same model! Excellent review! Question: Where do you get your laminated charts of the Florida coastline?

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting Cathy! I know you will totally enjoy your PaddleSki! The laminated chart that I had in that Chassahowitzka video what is a map that I bought at the launch from the rental place. I really like it! If you have a west marine anywhere near you, you can always buy charts for the local lakes and saltwater coast lines. Safe adventuring in 2022!

@cathyervin6555 2 жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff thanks for the info!

@sandrajarboe7542 2 жыл бұрын

Can you provide model for your sea eagle?

@sandrajarboe7542 2 жыл бұрын

Nevermind...I found it in comments ty

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 Cathy, here is my review video and several adventure videos with the paddle ski. PaddleSki Boat / Kayak / SUP - The “Do Everything” boat! Sea Eagle website PaddleSki page - bit.ly/33PbnFH My review of the PaddleSki - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b85gddJ7zp68mn0.html Adventure videos in the PaddleSki: Chassahowitzka Springs / River - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sNapfMyE2566Y4k.html Anclote Key Florida - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gqh1hbJzuK3GcWw.html

@chevyvantravel9735 2 жыл бұрын

i should have gotten this boat instead of the sea eagle kayak i got since this one was only $300 more. so word of advice if you have the space get this one. you can do 3 activities instead of one.! I do think my kayak allows me to paddleboard too. it is very stable. Love your channel .... !!!

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chevy Van Travel!! What Sea Eagle kayak do you have? Sounds like the FastTrack,if I were to guess. I wish you a Happy New Year and safe adventuring in 2022!

@chevyvantravel9735 2 жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff yes it is !!!! What happened to the lighthouse? No entry? I tool love lighthouses for the same reasons you do. In Oregon we have about 11. Most of them you could just tour yourself or go with an attendant. It is also interesting to read their logs, so much history and makes you realize that some people and families did a lot of hard sacrificial work to keep the boats safe. Happy New Year to you too. !!!!

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Was only able to walk up and look at it, no way to go topside….. I’m going to try to get a FastTrack to review & compare along with their Explorer. Stay tuned . . .

@chevyvantravel9735 2 жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff too many steps? but that's fun lol...ok i can tell you it is fast and stable, but VERY DELICATE. ok i ll stay tuned and go give you my 2 cents when done 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, you just got the fasttrack? Absolutely, give me your two cents. What do you mean about delicate? Have fun!

@carfamily5701 Жыл бұрын

How do you get this to track Cliff? Is there a technique? I feel the motor in the down position doesn’t help. Sometimes it’s ok to paddle but other times it spins around. I wonder if a leeboard would make a difference? Looking for ideas

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Hello 👋 - I will admit, the PaddleSki does not track exceedingly well when paddling. I am going to purchase some of the smaller fins and adhere them to the bottom of the pontoons. I think this will take care of any paddling tracking problem. It will not add so much as a skeg to make it hard to turn, I think it will still paddle and turn well, but track a little better. Parts - Fins, D Rings etc. . . bit.ly/3XxIe8R

@carfamily5701 Жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff thanks for taking the time to reply Cliff. Sometimes I go out and it paddles fine (usually low wind), I think the wind can play tricks on me as it pushes the boat a bit - maybe the skegs might make a difference so thanks for the suggestion. I love the boat - its so versatile, really up to the creativity of the person as to what you want to do with it. Have had some great fun with the family already

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

That is so great to hear! You are absolutely correct about the versatility, and the limits only being created by your lack of imagination.

@NghiaPham-xi5so Жыл бұрын

Do you usually put gas in the internal tank as well or do you only use the external tank when using the 5hp honda or use both at the same time? Also, when you use the external tank, do you notice the gas coming out a little bit when plugging it into the motor? Also, how long do you think you can leave the gas in the internal tank for? Or do you run it out after each use? Thanks!

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Hi Nghia - I ONLY use the external tank. Yes, when you plug the gas line into the motor, there will be a small amount of gas that squirts out, I just wipe it away with a paper towel, or hold a paper towel around the valve as I plug it in. This is totally normal. When I’m finished with the motor, I like to unplug the external gas tank when I’m finished to let the motor run until it stops on its own. Doing this makes sure all the gas is out of the engines gas lines. You don’t want any gas to go bad while sitting in the engine for an extended time period. I always add fuel stabilizer to the gas in my external tank, so it stays good longer when not in use. PaddleSki Boat / Kayak / SUP - The “Do Everything” boat! My Sea Eagle website affiliate link, your purchases off my affiliate link help to support my channel, Thx 🙏🏻 - bit.ly/33PbnFH My review of the PaddleSki - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b85gddJ7zp68mn0.html Adventure videos in the PaddleSki: Chassahowitzka Springs / River - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sNapfMyE2566Y4k.html Anclote Key Florida - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gqh1hbJzuK3GcWw.html Weeki Wachee River - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gb2hmdF-r92mYYk.html

@NghiaPham-xi5so Жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff Just want to make sure, so even if you think you will go out the next day or the following week, you will run the motor until ask the gas is gone? Also, do you usually do that when you bring it back home? Thanks always for your replies....

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

If I’m going to be back out the following week, I probably will not run the gas out. If the motor is going to sit for an extended period of time, it is always best that you run the gas out. If you don’t, the gasoline will form deposits (kind of like a varnish) around the components of your carburetor or fuel injectors. This will “gum” it up and make it not perform as well.

@NghiaPham-xi5so Жыл бұрын

@@KayakCliff Thank you, very helpful...

@matthewhay8141 Жыл бұрын

Just a curiosity but is there cell service available? I am planning on going alone and would like to be able to contact family to let them know I am safe

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Hi there, Matthew - I can’t remember specifically, but I am inclined to think, or remember that there was cell service. It is only about 2 to 2 1/2 miles offshore, and there’s excellent cell service on shore.

@dorothysmith8568 2 жыл бұрын

Do gators ever bother people on their kyaks in the springs?

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dorothy, thank you for watching and commenting! I have never heard of a situation where an alligator has bothered a kayak in the Florida springs. From what I have seen and heard, they tend to keep to themselves. I always keep a good distance and make sure that they do not feel threatened and just keep on going my own way. I hope this helps. If you choose to go down the Springs and you actually see an alligator, which is usually not the case, I think you will become more comfortable with them. Have a good weekend!

@marciananton9226 2 жыл бұрын

What did you use to get your boat to the water?

@KayakCliff 2 жыл бұрын

www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=b17adfb1-22f8-4d8e-8fc9-cd8d332fb595&website_id=1eefcf3c-ec45-4710-b3f3-8d35d8aabf98&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.seaeagle.com%2FAccessories%2Fez-cart Hi Marcia - Sea Eagle sells the EZ Cart and it works awesome!

@JS-pg8mh Жыл бұрын

Gm K Cliff how are you nice video I just like to invite you to participate with my outdoor group we kayaking camping bikepacking all over FL and outstate message me and I will send some information to you . Now I got a question I just got inflatable boat with 35 trust trolling motor how long do you think will take me to get to the island I would love to go there and have fun .

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 There. I would assume with your 35lb thrust trolling motor, your speed will likely be around 3-4 miles per hour. Should take you 45 minutes to an hour to get out there. I live in Texas and only get to Florida on vacations. Thank You for the invite, I most likely won’t be there when you have your activities. Take care!

@JS-pg8mh Жыл бұрын

Hi K do you have some ideia how long will take me to get to Anclote on a trolling motor 35 I trying to figure out if I will need two batteries

@KayakCliff Жыл бұрын

It should take you about 45 minutes to an hour to get out there.

@JS-pg8mh Жыл бұрын

Thank you That's kind of a lot do you have kayaking all the way up there and how long we doing a lot of kayaking but since I have the inflatable boat it would be fun to carry all my gear enjoy the weekend If you like outdoors You're welcome too participate with us Florida paddles and trekkers I am Leandro nice to meet thanks for the tips