Ok probably a really noob question, and a commons sense type thing, but as you all know boats are expensive and this being my first boat I am extra careful while learning handling and operation of a vessel. So if you have any other helpful informational tips please share below! (like which hole to plug with the drain plug don't worry i figured that one out, but to my surprise its no where in the manual or anywhere else lol. And the drain plug fits perfect into the other 3 holes in the transom)
My question is regarding wind. I have a 2018 Bass Tracker 175txw, 17'7" in length with a 60hp merc and a 80b thrust MKFortrex. Being new to this whole boat thing what are some of your personal safety levels with regards to wind? On my home lake lewisville, winds can whip up into the 30s and get some legit white caps forming on the main body. But this is more of a broad question for all you experienced boaters, what are some techniques you use for boating during the wind? What are "no go" wind conditions for you? What would be a good recommendation for a new boater still learning the handling characteristics of his vessel? Bear in mind not "trolling motor control," I actually do have experience with that and I feel my fortrex can really manhandle the aluminum hull around quite nicely and hold a spot when I want to, but I'm talking more about when i have to access the main lake body to get back to the ramp or move spots etc..or even worse get caught in an east Texas storm.
like always, thanks again for your input!
