J12 Carolina Skiff with a 9.9 merc. How capable is this boat for the rivers around James Island and IOP? Also, how quick would I die if I took this set up to the jetties? Thanks in advance. I searched the forums and I have determined I would most likely die in attempting to fish the jetties but I’d like at least one person to encourage me.
Very capable creek and decent river boat depending distance you want to cover, tide and proximity to the inlet and rough water.
Have you ever heard of any 12ft skiffs having problems at the jetties? Me neither, your golden, go for it. Its sounds like you may not have the confidence to do it, luckily for you they sell it by the bottle at the ABC stores. You will also need bow rails according to most.
I have read a couple close call type of stories here from people with 18foot boats. I’m concerned about the 4-5 foot wakes from shipping containers and other people blowing past me while anchored. A 9.9 won’t be under gunned out there?
Shipping barges not the containers themselves.
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but I'd like at least one person to encourage me.
So if one person that you don’t even know “encourages” you it will be okay? I am sure more experienced mariners will weigh in here but, personally I’d stick to creeks, the edges of the rivers, etc. in a boat that size with that kind of power. Never having “heard of any problems” isn’t a benchmark I’d use for making such a decision.
“Apathy is the Glove into Which Evil Slips It’s Hand”, but really, who cares?
Best advice I’ve got, build your experience inshore and you’ll know when you’re ready and have the confidence to go to the jetties. I’ve seen little jon boats out there on good days. Just have to always stay aware of your surroundings and never be afraid to come in early. Also, learn the tides and how they affect the area around the grillage. It can get a little sporty at times
Sea Pro sv2100/ Yamaha 150
After reading lots of threads I’ve determined Kebda to be most useless as far as helpful info followed really close by DFreedom
Thanks upstate. I want to go, I think I can read water fairly well but not well enough yet. I mainly wanted to get started on some good information on how to proceed getting to the jetties safely. Thanks
The Jetties are full of surprises.
-the tide pulls thru there at a speed of knots at full ebb/flood.
-can your 9 hp handle that?
-tide/wind conditions create wave situations there often described as a “washing machine”
-conditions there can change quickly, squalls move thru-lightening etc.
-crossing the harbor on your way home can be dangerous in a small boat like yours
-I fished the Jetties many, many times when I owned an offshore capable 22’ CC.
-have experienced wakes 8’ high at the Jetties that made me wonder if I would get swamped in that craft!
-do not pay any attention to the “pick your days” advice often given here. Conditions can deteriorate quickly-even on a “nice” day.
-is your boat fast and powerful enough to get you out of harm’s way quickly? Bet it isn’t:).
-I have been boating/sailing in all sorts of boats and conditions for over 50 years-you asked for experience
-I would not go anywhere near the Jetties in a 12’ Carolina Skiff powered by a 9.9horse.
16’ Alumacraft Mod V Hull Jon Boat
25hp Yammy 4 stroke
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After reading lots of threads I've determined Kebda to be most useless as far as helpful info followed really close by DFreedom
So, you solicit input and when you don’t like it you come back and act like an ass. Very mature. How old are you?
“Apathy is the Glove into Which Evil Slips It’s Hand”, but really, who cares?
Thanks stern. That’s probably the safest way to go about the jetties with my craft. I’m sure there are other inshore spots around Charleston that won’t present nearly the degree of risk. I got a false sense of security from the YouTube videos I’ve seen where it’s been pretty calm out there. I bet people have done crazier things but for now I’ll stick to the rivers and creeks. Is the Wappoo cut boat launch a difficult place for my set up? I heard the current can get ripping through there.
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Originally posted by CharlesXThanks stern. That’s probably the safest way to go about the jetties with my craft. I’m sure there are other inshore spots around Charleston that won’t present nearly the degree of risk. I got a false sense of security from the YouTube videos I’ve seen where it’s been pretty calm out there. I bet people have done crazier things but for now I’ll stick to the rivers and creeks. Is the Wappoo cut boat launch a difficult place for my set up? I heard the current can get ripping through there.
The current does rip through Wappoo but if you have your trailer set up right and are proficient in loading and unloading you should be fine.
17’ Mako
16’ Alumacraft
Thanks screamingdrag. Lots of good info to work off of. I just surf fish a bunch while coming down to Charleston but now I’ve got a really solid craft with a reliable motor. Even though it’s not the biggest motor it will push you decently. I know the extra horses are needed when getting out of trouble especially with a place like the jetties where I’d really be pushing my luck. Didn’t know if there were spots at the jetties that were pretty protected from barge wakes and the washing machine type current that can develop.
You can catch all the fish in the creeks and rivers around here that you can catch at the Jetties without taking undue risk.
Good Luck!!
-yes, there are sheltered spots like that at the Jetties
-please remember, though, that all the risks I detailed above
will be in effect during your trip there and back.
16’ Alumacraft Mod V Hull Jon Boat
25hp Yammy 4 stroke
Thank you stern! Much appreciated.
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Originally posted by CharlesXAfter reading lots of threads I’ve determined Kebda to be most useless as far as helpful info followed really close by DFreedom
Kebda, a joke. DFreedom, good people.
12’ skiff to the jetties not a good idea. But like some have said we’ve seen john boats out there, but I think they were in the 14-18’ range.
I would not have taken my 16’ carolina skiff on any day to the jetties. Wind can pick up in a skinny minute for the trip back in.
Me thinks Charles is not in charge of his faculties.
A little of an aside… which is the more stable platform in chop or 4-5’ swells a 1246 flat jon boat or a J12’ Carolina skiff?
Not clear exactly what you mean.
-4-5’ swells with chop?
-4-5’ swell without chop?
Quite frankly, I would not care to be out in either condition in either boat. Neither boat is designed for those conditions.
Jon has flat bottom and more free-board-might be better. You might not get swamped as quickly:).
16’ Alumacraft Mod V Hull Jon Boat
25hp Yammy 4 stroke
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Originally posted by CharlesXA little of an aside… which is the more stable platform in chop or 4-5’ swells a 1246 flat jon boat or a J12’ Carolina skiff?
Well the skiff is not supposed to sink…
I’m with Sternline, I wouldn’t want to be in either boat in those conditions.