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Aqua Lung - 5 years ago

5:10 - what about those of us who can't afford $3K power poles?

sakimano - 6 years ago

At 7:20 why did he back down farther? Could he not have just continued winching? Or was it just to make it easier?

TAI - 6 years ago

OK powering the boat on like that makes big holes in the ramp area. NOT GOOD when I bring a bigger boat on a longer trailer in behind you and drop into your hole.

Brent Chapman Fishing - 6 years ago

Tiger Audio, Inc. I hear what you’re saying. If it’s dirt, gravel or not great ramp. I know what you mean too.

TAI - 6 years ago

True, but the concrete doesn't go very far. I have dropped off a ramp where this was done and it sucks.

Brent Chapman Fishing - 6 years ago

Tiger Audio, Inc. Wrong. I’m guessing you are an expert.... but this does not create holes in concrete.

TAI - 6 years ago

I wish there was a NO BASS BOATS filter for youtube videos. Putting a bass boat into the water does not deserve a video. If you can't do it, you should find another hobby.

sakimano - 6 years ago

+TAI Quit fucking whining.

Brent Chapman Fishing - 6 years ago

Tiger Audio, Inc. It’s super easy for some... yes. I think it’s super easy too. But I had tons of requests for these videos. What you and I think is simple, may not be for some others. I try to make sure key words are clear and direct the ones that want to see it. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

TAI - 6 years ago

You miss the point. First, it's super easy to do and shouldn't require a video. Second, I'm looking for opinions on putting something closer to a 30ft deep V in the water alone, as well as retrieving alone. There are dozens of video results and none of them cover that material.

Brent Chapman Fishing - 6 years ago

Tiger Audio, Inc. Everyone should have a chance to learn. And see different ways to do it. You don’t have to watch if you already know how.

Strike City DMV - 6 years ago

I appreciate this video, I've never owned a boat but will be an owner next fishing season and I'm sure this will happen, your video was excellent and was very easy to follow and understand.

Collin Beck - 6 years ago

Hey Brent I don't know if you remember me but if stood on your boat and you gave me your autograph at Bruce Neil's house in Manheim pa and I don't know if you heard but bruce sadly passed away but I'm 10 years old now and my name is Collin beck and I had a fun time seeing you it was awesome thanks alot

Brent Chapman Fishing - 6 years ago

Collin Beck I heard. Bryce was such an awesome person. He will be missed.

Travis In Canada - 6 years ago

Why does a winch have 20ft of strap when no one ever uses more than a couple feet?

Rod Royal - 6 years ago

Release winch, attach rope to trailer and boat. Back in to float boat. Pull up to keep feet dry. Pull rope to get boat to dock or shore. Park truck. Takes a couple of minutes max. Rope should be about double the length of boat.

Rod Royal - 6 years ago

Brent Chapman Fishing thanks for reply, big fan of your work.

Brent Chapman Fishing - 6 years ago

Rod Royal that works too

Rod Royal - 6 years ago

By yourself? Buy a rope.

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Rod Royal - 6 years ago

I still don't know why you would ever need to pull plug. Bilge pump. I have my boat for 17 years and I couldn't tell you where the plug is. Never been out.

Amanda Clark - 6 years ago

I like your boat it is nice I have a skeeter it is blue wand white I'm working on getting power poles

John Burton - 6 years ago

Boat will only roll off if you have rollers carpet bunks that thing aint going nowhere don't care how steep

CHRIS S - 6 years ago

... and always hook your safety chain back up after winching it up : )

Howard Walters - 6 years ago

1:43. Best advice in whole video.

jawsmod - 7 years ago

I got one too! When your ready for a challenge, hit me up. Nice meeting you at the Classic in Houston.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwOFf4vllTc&lc=z23ezpjh2wqsx5xoa04t1aokgol21u0pduh3g3slew5hrk0h00410

abel lopez - 7 years ago

Hook me up with a rod and reel!!!!!!!

Dai Dao - 7 years ago

Look like a lake Texoma

svtgtr - 8 years ago

Never undo your front winch till your close or in the water in case the ramp is too steep and our boat will roll off Esp with rollers

Lake County Lip Rippers - 6 years ago

Yeah, it's a really bad idea to disconnect the winch before you get the boat at least a little in the water... Even with carpeted bunks, if you have to stop suddenly while backing, you could drop your boat right onto the ramp or whoever you're trying to stop for

Brent Chapman Fishing - 8 years ago

Agreed. safety first.

svtgtr - 8 years ago

Yes I did notice but he's here to teach others how to launch a boat safely. Not everyone is as observant and know their boat and trailer Esp when they are new to launching a boat. Things happen.

olebiker - 8 years ago

Did you notice how gentle the slope was on that ramp? That boat was not coming off the trailer.

Brent Chapman Fishing - 8 years ago

No doubt. Always know how steep the ramp is and be careful. I should disclaimer everything... This is simply how I do it . Launch boat at your own risk. :)