How To LAUNCH And LOAD Your Bass BOAT By YOURSELF
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- čas přidán 8. 07. 2019
- Launching and loading your boat can be challenging...even for the most experienced anglers. In this video I show you how I load and unload my Bass Tracker Pro Team 175. This is the unconventional way to do it, though I find it to be a much easier and more efficient process.
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Got my first boat, and this was something I was worried about. Thanks for making it easy to follow along.
My pleasure!
I’m with you lots to learn.
Maybe catch a couple videos about tying Dock Lines he didn’t show the correct way and if there’s any waves or wake it will work itself off the Cleat fast 🤦🏻♂️❤️🖖🏼
I’ll be a new boat owner this week. I’m actually more nervous about boater loading/unloading etiquete. If there is such a thing 🤷♂️
@@packattack1762before you back your boat down the ramp, take the straps off in back, make sure your drain plug is in, have your boat already loaded with any gear you're bringing. That appears to be the biggest complaint at boat ramps, and the majority of boat ramps will have a staging area to prepare before you get to the ramp. After you load the boat, immediately pull out to a clear area where you are going to unload your boat and prepare it for the drive home. If you're new to boating, do not rush and make a checklist
Been loading and unloading my boat exactly the same way as this for over 20 years now, safer and easier.
I suck at aligning up the boat..I would do it this way but I feel ppl would laugh..although it better than ending up sideways on the trailer 2x now🤦♂️
Most people spend 30k on a boat and fish twice a year. Don't worry about "most people". My grandfather loaded his 18' tri-hull for as long as I can remember just like this. He fished nearly every weekend.
Thanks for sharing, I needed this lesson! 🙃👍
It would be amazing to have access to a ramp that dead!! Holy crap!!
It is nice...fishing could be better though, lol
Probably seems nice but- there's a reason ramps are dead you know- unless it's a private or out of the way ramp then it probably means the fishing isn't great.
The worst for us is sturgeon bay. Sometimes there is 8 boats going in and out at once. I remember the first time I backed in a trailer was at that busy ramp. Definitely got a few looks when I had to adjust a few times
Can't even imagine having a ramp the dead and that low to the water.
@@679iceman the Green Bay metro launch isn't much better, now that they're down to 2 docks.
Thank you so very much! My husband passed away and I don't want to stop going to the lake. Although my husband trained me how to do all of this, your video was helpful to give me confidence to go by myself.
So sorry for your loss. Appreciate you watching!
I’m honestly really nervous about doing it by myself. This video helps a lot!
I use a bit longer rope - 40’ - and tether it to my hitch in front of the ball. I unhook the boat strap BEFORE my feet ever get wet, back in, STOP abruptly, when the boat clears the trailer, I pull forward until the trailer is out of the water. I stop and then take the rope off its tether point and pull the boat in and tie it off or dock it. When I load out, I always back in where my feet can stay dry, pull the boat on, lean over and hook up the strap, climb down my easy-steps and crank it up the last 6 inches. Get in the vehicle and pull it to complete tie down process. Dry feet on the way home=PRICELESS!
Thank you for posting this video! New boat owner here, first launch, piece of cake, loading.... not so much. Took several attempts to get it on the trailer, and then after pulling away, noticed the boat was off center in the back. Wife and I went out yesterday, and decided to use your rope method for loading and it went 100 times better for me! Was so easy and fast, boat sat on the trailer perfectly! Thanks again!
My pleasure buddy!
Failure to center is often a result of backing in too far. You only need about half the bunks underwater on carpeted bunks for most V-hull boats.
I've been reviewing launch and load techniques for a couple of months now, on and off. This is the most sensible no-frills technique I have seen to date. I'm an old guy and I believe this technique will work fine for me. I'll let you know after my testing the waters, so-to-speak. Thanks for a nice video. Well done.
My pleasure buddy. Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching! 👊
I unloaded my boat easy but getting it back on was horrible and then I did like you did with the rope. I think I will just do it like that seems alot safer too.
My Goodness ! thank you so much for this idea , at 60 I just retired and bought a boat ,I will be truthful I am horrible at launching and retrieving my boat . Your rope idea never occurred to me .
My pleasure Mark!
Mark, I just turned 60, bought me a brand new G3 Sportsman 1710 and have literally regretted buying it due to the 30 minute loading time it has taken me. I’ll be trying this. Happy fishing
That’s so crazy. I was literally looking for videos on how to launch your boat and here you are dropping a video. Haha. Thanks
My pleasure! 👊💪
@@TackleJunky81 GREAT VIDEO my brother in law and i bought a 1989 ranger with 150hp evinrude in excellent condition last year 2019 just before winter took it out alot this year and this video makes it look easy if we go on our own with it we dont have a power pole and my son who works at Cabelas in the fishing dept keeps insisting we get one lol practice makes perfect PEACE AND GOD BLESS FROM CHICAGO!!
@@iamkazie9401 Thank you and I appreciate the comment!
Best launch & load I've seen yet. I've always tied my rope tether to the boat cleat but will clip to the bow eye from now on. And always drove onto the trailer, and you're right, getting off the boat onto the trailer was always a risk. Like your method much better when you pulled the boat up to within reach and wenched the rest of the way on. Thanks much for the video and the lesson. Will tweak the way I load my boat from now on.
Appreciate the comment Lenny! Thanks for watching bud!
And it better for the ramp, does create slit and bottom debris from power load
Just bought my first boat 2 days ago and this seems so simple to load and unload this should work great for me as a first time boat owner 👍🏻👌
Appreciate you watching! 👊
It's always amazing how these videos are made with no one else at the ramp.....
Gotta go on week days.
Week days buddy!
I appreciate you sharing your method, I'm going to try this since im usually loading and unloading solo. Another great video buddy.
My pleasure, Bill! Thanks for watching! 👊💪
It's not that hard you can read my comments
Yay!! I have watched a lot of videos wanting to see what you just did. I bought a new boat just like yours. The best way is your way in my opinion. Thanks for the time to teach us newbies! I subscribed and I hope other newbies find your channel.
Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching!
Exactly how I was taught by my grandfather to load and unload the boat. Proven by years of knowledge. Good video.
Appreciate you watching!
Always good to have refresher on boat launching for new boat owners and experienced boat owners. 👍🏻
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This is the way I loaded and unloaded until I finally trusted myself to drive on. I now let the conditions dictate how I launch and retrieve. Thanks for the video, especially for a guy who is getting "a little older". 😋
My pleasure Wes.
Best explanation and walk through out there for new boaters! Really made my 1st time a breeze. Thanks from Canada 🇨🇦
My pleasure buddy! 👊
Just got my boat a week ago. First time owner. I was watching tons of videos and still worried about it until the rope method! OMG this is game changing and I’m loving it!
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That's how iv always loaded up but that was 25 years ago and just got a old pos and needed a refresher of the way I use to load. Now I remember. Fish on.
Thanks for the video - you made my first solo outing a complete success! YEAH!!!!
That's awesome, so glad to hear it! 👊💪
I've been using your rope method now and it works great for me. People at the ramp appreciate it too. Thanks for the video.
My pleasure buddy!
This is exactly how I've done it for the past ten years. Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure Jerry!
Thanks Sir, you make it look so easy! Hopefully it'll look like I know what I'm doing, when my son isn't there to help! Very informative! Great video!
My pleasure Freddie!
@@TackleJunky81 forgot to ask? How long is your rig? You think this method will work as well for my 20ft Procraft? Son and I are heading to an electric only lake!
@@fastedjuan247 This Tracker is 17'10" I believe, but I sold it and now own a Crestliner XF 189 which is 18'9" and I launch and load the same way with zero issues.
@@TackleJunky81 awesome!!! Thanks again for a great video, and quick response! Happy fishing!
I unload this way but never really thought of loading like that. I'm going to have to give it try, from a safety stand point it sure is a lot better I have seen a few people step onto that trailer and their foot slip and slam right in to the concrete pad. Thanks for a great video
My pleasure!
We all do it from time to time. Even experienced boaters. It's why I have a step built onto the front of my trailer. It helps. That still hasn't stopped me from slipping like a fool on the algae covered ramp though. In fact, I just did it a couple of weeks ago. Best to just roll with it and get wet than try to fight it and hurt something.
A very well put together video with step by step launch and load process. I've used both options. Rope process and drive off/on. Both with success. Thanks for posting! Tight lines.
My pleasure!
Been loading and unloading just like you for 30 years. It works!
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Yes I will be trying this method cant drive the boat on my trailer every time thanks bud💯
My pleasure! 👊
Yup a week later and I'm in and out the water with no assistance been taking my boat out in the morning and sometimes the evenings this method boost my confidence 1000% no doubt. Thank God!!🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣
I’m a disabled vet and I’ve been struggling to launch without help, your video was great.
Thank you!
Great calm, well spoken and informative instruction. You went slow and explained what and why you were doing and the safety and patience of this method vs people who get all in a hurry and cocky and power up and wreck things is a huge plus. 👍
Appreciate the comment!
TackleJunky81 👍🏼
I’ve had a boat in the past and used a somewhat similar method. Looking at getting one again when things settle out - so I just keep looking at a lot of different things and came across this and watched to see if I could pick up a hint or two... this for sure is helpful. Especially if people watching have NEVER had to single hand something. Perfect execution in my opinion. 👍🏼
Hopefully anyone who watched remembers the most important hint - check that PLUG 3x. Hahaha. As a different note I suggest always having a second one ON the boat for emergencies or whatever the heck.
Anyhow - thanks again for the vid. 👍🏼
Great vid! Your's was the 2nd video I came across, 1st I did not like. There is no need in me watching another video because you have demonstrated exactly what I wanted to know. You have been a great help for someone who is launching their boat their 1st time by themselves! TY!
My pleasure Kevin!
Appreciate this, watching this helped me my first time! Gave me the confidence to do this on my own.
My pleasure!
Great video, awesome idea!! Have you tried this in a 20 mph wind? You're absolutely correct, I'm not as agile as I used to be. Thanks for your anticipated reply.
Thank you Gary! Yes, I've done this in wind...it's the only way I load my boat. If it's windy I make sure the boat is extra close to the trailer before I push it away from the dock.
@@TackleJunky81 Boat hook is great to use too.
Awesome video!
First time boat owner I’m doing it your way.
Thanks
This was a excellent how to video. As a new boater, I found you very clear and understanding. Thank you for the video👍🇨🇦
Thanks so much and I appreciate you watching! 👊
That’s how I do it myself also when I out on my own 👍🏻
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My process is not nearly as graceful and thought out as yours haha. I need those buckles
🤣😜🤣 Thanks for watching, brother! When are we gonna hook up for a video?
I watch both of you guys, thanks for sharing.
Apparently as of 2 minutes ago I watch both of you. Been watching 618 for several months. 618, are you with Tracker XL, thinking I’m going to start there?
The older you get, the more you need the buckles. 😊
Buying my first boat this weekend. This was a very helpful video. Great stuff!
Appreciate you watching! 👊
Thank you for posting this. I ordered a Tracker this week and will be mainly fishing on my own. This video is a huge help.
Appreciate you watching! 👊
I’ve always loaded this way too. Might be old school but I never scuffed my boat.
Good point as well.
Yes I chipped my prop trying to get on the trailer in the wind.
No, I didn't have the boat straight enough with enough power to move me forward onto the trailer and the wind blew me off course. My son usually would trailer the boat for me so I was inexperienced.
Exactly I’m old school
I've loaded the boat by having a rope tied to the front of the boat and the back, me in the middle I can steer the boat because I have control over the front and back (I'm on the dock walking the boat).I still have control in the wind. at my launch it's so busy we don't land the boat that close to the ramp. we land it on the other side of the dock. and boy do I not like it when there are people waiting and watching me!!
Most people are not patient at all at the ramps unfortunately.
I’ve watched this video 3 times and today I launched and loaded my first boat for the first time thanks for sharing this video
My pleasure! Glad it worked for you!
Thank you sir very helpful video just got me a jon boat looking at different videos but yours was helpful thanks again
Great job man. Great info. I love the technique, especially loading. Thank you. I learned alot. Got a like and a sub from me.
Much appreciated brother!
Jesus Christ, finally someone with a ram
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I appreciate this video. I have a boat house with slips so I rarely have to take a boat out of the lake. This helped me tremendously on my first launch. Thanks!
My pleasure!
Very impressed with your style. Being an old guy and having to go fishing alone the majority of the time, your way is excellent!
Thank you and I appreciate you watching! 👊
Thank you for this specific video. Ive had my boat for 4mo considered power loading but feel more comfortable this way. Glad I'm not the only one. Question, when winter comes what waders/boots are you using for this?
You're welcome! I wear tall rubber boots that I can just slip on and off.
No other boats, no wind and an actual dock. Should work every time in those conditions. Easy peesy. LOL.
You know you're such an ass, but for people who get to the age where there's no one else that's going to go out there with them to launch the boat this video is priceless.
For someone who has never owned a boat, a video like this is priceless.
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Yeah I need to watch some more videos! Thanks
@@jknga5869 I would search some other videos my man. You are going to be in big trouble when you go to literally any other boat ramp under any other conditions. Busy boat ramp, no dock, windy. Now what? I think you get my drift. This is a great method for a ramp with no other boats, with boat dock right next to it, on a calm day.
You sir, are a GENIUS!! I just bought a Ranger VX1888 and will try this method when I launch and trailer it. It definitely looks much easier and safer when out by yourself. Thanks again for the excellent video. Happy fishing and boating brother!
My pleasure brother! 👊💪
One word of warning, I have a Tacoma and put my tailgate down like that prior to making the tight turn to get the truck pointed the right direction to back the boat in, and the top of my tailgate now has two dent/puncture marks where the winch handle made contact. I leave the tailgate up until the truck is facing the right direction and ready to back down the ramp. Something else I learned is after taking the strap off the boat, you want the winch handle down low so it's out of the way as the boat floats off and the rope plays out from the truck bed, otherwise the rope can get fouled up in the winch handle. Everything else I do just like you did it. I can get the boat in or out in about 90 seconds now. Nice video.
Appreciate you watching buddy!
It's how I do it, but sometimes I have a bad time getting the ass end of the boat centered up on the trailer when I'm loading it up
Trailer is too deep, try less deep and winch/drive on
Get a second line and a pole with a boat hook
I drive on. And power load.
It's rougher on the boat and harder to jump on off the trailer. Rope is so easy and use the winch for what it's made for
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. I will try your process vs power loading it.
My pleasure!
Thanks for a great video. Im looking at getting a boat this year and will probably be doing most of my fishing alone like you so this is helpful information for me.
Appreciate you watching buddy! 👊
I've used this method many, many times. It's a necessary method on smaller lakes that do not allow you to use your outboard. Your meticulous attention to the step by step process in order to facilitate a flawless execution is not only appreciated but also admired.
All the newbies should be grateful they found this no nonsense, educational video.
However this method is a mega bitch on a windy day 🤣
I really appreciate the comment and thanks for watching Harry 🤣 it can be a bit tougher on a windy day!
The hard part is backing the boat in especially if you have a steep long ramp
The more you go the better you'll get. Thanks for watching!
When your backing start out straight. Watch your mirrors both sides (not the rear view on the windshield) Which ever side you see more boat on, turn towards its. Think of backing it straight and turn towards your trouble. More boat on the left, turn the wheel to the left. More boat to the right, turn to the right. Just turn towards your trouble. 😉
If I may. If you noticed in the video, Junky has his tail gate down. I cannot tell you enough how much this will help you to learn to back your boat down a ramp. And when you go to recover your boat, it helps to see the trailer. I do it all the time.
Yup....tailgate open...mirrors....boat left steer left...boat right steer right...put in NEUTRAL...that is the KEY....slow and control.
I just recently purchased a TRACKER Classic XL and I two will be alone most of the time and so your instructions on launching
and loading are going to be invaluable THANKS
My pleasure! 👊
I just purchased my new tracker boat can’t wait un till arrive and this video it really helps thanks bud 🤘🏽🤘🏽
Congrats and my pleasure! 👊
Don't you have people picnicking at your boat ramp?Seems like every time I load and unload my boat there are half a dozen people with coolers setting by the ramp just to watch.
My boat is to heavy to winch on that far so I need to power load mine. 95% of the time I am by myself so we all need our routine to make it easier. Thanks for sharing yours.
Lol, usually there are a few with popcorn and drinks. Thanks for watching, brother! 👊💪
This? Not so great in the river, current, chop, wind.
As someone who usually fished solo and who is starting to save toward a boat, I was wondering how I’d launch solo. This video really helped clear up some of my worries about what is involved. Thanks, TJ81!
My pleasure buddy!
*This is just PURE GENIUS with the bow rope!* I'm a first time boater and launch myself. This video takes the anxiety over it!
Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching! 👊
Thanks for this video, watched it a few times, looking to get a boat like that. GOOD INFO! Thanks Dude!
Very helpful. Looking for my first boat this spring. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure and I appreciate you watching! 👊
Nobody laugh you when doing it that way, everything is perfectly thought in mind for a complete & reliable process. Thumbs up
Appreciate the comment!
Thanks for them tips. You make it look so easy. I just got a boat and I'm taking it to the lake this weekend with 0 experience. I have confidence now after watching your video. Thanks alot....
My pleasure! 👊
I have watched multiple videos, and this way by far is not only the easiest solo launch, but since there is always a rope connected to the boat, I'd say even in windy weather it's functional. Subscribed
Much appreciated! 👊
Wow, I am going to launch my boat for the first time tomorrow by myself, so glad I found your video, you make it so much easier for me. Thanks.
My pleasure! 👊
Easiest video for me so far. Me and my cousin are getting a boat together and this video really calmed me down. Ima try this method first thanks!
My pleasure! 👊
thanks for the great instructional video. new boat owner and this will help a lot! cheers!
Thanks you so much ,I’m. 73 yo and I got a nice boat I worried about doing this but you made it look so simple you will never know what you just did for me. Thanks again 🙏🏻
My pleasure Albert!
I really like the way u unloaded and loaded the boat I really appreciate u showing your technique really safe and I will b doing it this way when I do purchase my boat thank u
My pleasure buddy!
You are right, lots of people might laugh about it but i believe this has been the safest way to retrieve your boat. I'm a rookie and this has been a life saver for me.. Good job boss... I'm following your channel now. Don't hear the haters....
Appreciate you brother! 👊
Excellent topic & video! Thx for showing the unloading and loading of your boat. I dont own a boat yet, but soon one day i will. I will now save your video into my boat folder catagory for that day. Thanks again for showing us newbies how to do it!
My pleasure Mike!
Best unload and reloading boat video on CZcams! To the point and even dummies can do with ease following your instructions. Make more videos!
Appreciate the comment...thanks so much! 👊💪
Never bought a boat cause I didn't know how to load and unload. After watching this, gave me little confidence. Just got you a sub
Appreciate it brother! 👊💪
one suggestion for folks to consider..... having had a serious back and knee injury. i had to come up with fail safes in many things. for my boat, i designed a simple later that attaches to my trailer. it simply slides into place for use. and folds up and stores on the boat very nicely :)
also replaced the wench with an electric one. i can literally pull my boat out while barely getting my trailers wheels wet, lol...
I’m a new boat owner and this helps tremendously! Thank you sir! 🎣🐟
My pleasure! 👊
Great video. I just got a new boat a few months ago, and I think I'll use your method of unloading/loading until i get use to power loading it. Thanks again.
My pleasure!
Thank you I like the rope tied to the truck idea I'm going to try it my next time out
My pleasure!
I came across your video. EXCELLENT to say the least. My son and I just bought a Tracker. I'm 72 so, you made this really simple for my needs at least. I don't have a power pole so I will need to just tie the boat off. Thanks for doing this for those of us that like the simple things in life.
Congrats on your new boat! Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching! 👊
Great tip works for me if I'm by myself I have a bad back and heat going to use your tip thanks love your videos I'll keep watching
Thank you, Jonah!
Thank you for doing this - with this great video's help, I was able to load/unload my 14' jon boat to and from the water successfully for many times! 👍
My pleasure! 👊
Thanks for sharing your technique, picking up my tracker 175 today, I will be following your method.
My pleasure! 👊
Did great job with this video unloading and loading back your thanks for video help lot to do same way you did like you did with yours
Thank you very much for the video. This will be the technique I'll be using. I'll also advise my brother in law to do the same. Splendid.
You got yerself a new subscriber for what it's worth. No nonsense. Straight to the point. No frills or goofing off. Thanks again sir
My pleasure and I appreciate you watching! 👊
Nice video
I just subscribed and liked
Exactly how I do it with my Jon boat…. My Jon boat is only a 12 footer with 6 hp and now mount but it really works fine for my needs
Good job
Thanks for downloading this useful guide as I am new to boating and concerned how to manage this all myself.
My pleasure! 👊
Awesome video TackleJunky.....I use the rope as well launching but drive on when loading...great way of explaining what is comfortable you the person.
Thank you brother!
Every time a youtube vid starts and a commercial is launched first, I just close the vid. THANKS! I WATCH YOUR WHOLE VIDEO! :)
Getting ready to be a first time boat owner, great video and very informative thanks.
Appreciate the comment Willie! Have fun man!
Very informative,your experience and passion shows and shines.
Appreciate the comment!
great video - very well done! Thanks.
Thanks. I’m 76 and appreciate your guidance to folks like me.
I watched this video 4 years ago and now im buying a bass boat this week and this is extremely helpful. thank you.
My pleasure and I appreciate you watching! 👊
That is the nicest boat ramp I've seen in a long time. Had to do mine like that in a rain storm it wasn't easy to get back on the trail that day.
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Holy Smokes! Love this idea. And I have already looked up the Boat Buckles!
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Thanks, this put me one step closer to buying a boat. I live in a gated community and we have a private ramp and a dock.