14' boat on lake erie
Ohio Fishing
Aug 23, 2023 05:11:52 #
I'm wondering if anyone has taken a 14' boat out on lake erie? If so how far could you go out in boat that size?
Aug 23, 2023 06:40:07 #
Grizzly 17
Loc: South central Pa
Widget81 wrote:
I'm wondering if anyone has taken a 14' boat out on lake erie? If so how far could you go out in boat that size?
Widget I'll tell you what a charter captain told me yrs ago.
I bought a 17' glastron.
I asked him if it was big enough for the Chesapeake bay. His response was sometimes a 27' boat isn't big enough.
👍
Aug 23, 2023 06:46:28 #
Thanks grizzly. I was most worried about safety. Looks I'll need some over time to get a 28' 😂😂😂
Appreciate you bud
Appreciate you bud
Aug 23, 2023 06:49:56 #
I take my 14’ boat out in Erie all the time. I only go when the weather and waves are right and I stay within a mile of shore. I only have a four stroke 8hp so I make sure not to get in a situation where I’m trying to get back in quickly to avoid weather. I ALWAYS WEAR MY PFD!!! Be careful and always error on the side of caution and you’ll be ok.
Tight lines
J
Tight lines
J
Aug 23, 2023 06:56:33 #
Thanks J.
I'm out of Akron wanting to fish more lake erie. You have an suggestion as to where to launch?
I'm out of Akron wanting to fish more lake erie. You have an suggestion as to where to launch?
Aug 23, 2023 07:06:54 #
My Uncle took his 12’ boat out about 8 miles onto Lake Michigan trolling for salmon. You just have to pick the correct weather! Good luck and keep an eye on your radar on your phone!
Aug 23, 2023 07:11:12 #
Gmchief
Loc: New Hampshire coast
Pick and choose the weather and have fun. Don’t forget about weather forecast. Flat calm in morning can turn into windy by afternoon. Wear your PFD and have fun.
Aug 23, 2023 07:38:50 #
Widget81 wrote:
Thanks J.
I'm out of Akron wanting to fish more lake erie. You have an suggestion as to where to launch?
I'm out of Akron wanting to fish more lake erie. You have an suggestion as to where to launch?
Becarefull out there man 👍
Aug 23, 2023 08:49:17 #
IMO, yes, in caps. It depends, but you really need to know how the water is going to react. Barnegat bay is generally very calm in the morning on a summer day. By mid morning, the wind will be at 10 to12 and have a short period chop that can beat you up in a small boat. If there is a chance of t storms then it can change in minutes. That I can verify from personal experience. I guess the biggest thing is awareness of your environment and being close enough to an escape route.
Aug 23, 2023 09:12:55 #
Exhandyman
Loc: OH. Painesville
Widget81 wrote:
I'm wondering if anyone has taken a 14' boat out on lake erie? If so how far could you go out in boat that size?
There are many ramps available. I use Fairport Harbor cuz it's close. Just be mindful of the weather. There is a hump a short ride that is perch loaded. Walleye near also.
Aug 23, 2023 10:00:01 #
Thanks for all the input it's really helpful and appreciated. You guys are awesome. I'll take all this into consideration. Thanks again
Aug 23, 2023 11:20:14 #
Widget81 wrote:
Thanks for all the input it's really helpful and appreciated. You guys are awesome. I'll take all this into consideration. Thanks again
Good luck man and don't forget to share your pics 👍
Aug 23, 2023 12:38:02 #
Widget81 wrote:
Thanks J.
I'm out of Akron wanting to fish more lake erie. You have an suggestion as to where to launch?
I'm out of Akron wanting to fish more lake erie. You have an suggestion as to where to launch?
I would recommend Fairport as well because I know of a few closer to shore spots there that usually produce. I’ll PM you the info after work. Edgewater is where I usually launch and I’ve got a few good spots there as well.
Tight lines
J
Aug 23, 2023 13:59:21 #
Aug 23, 2023 14:22:23 #
jrspang25
Loc: NE Ohio
You have to be VERY careful. Storms and waves pick up so quickly, it can be scary. Err on the side of safety, if it looks like it could storm, don't go out!
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