My VB idea, thoughts?

[Bakermanjr]

So, first off, I'm planning on fishing this coming weekend, 12/14. Not sure if the weather will be 100%, but the boat needs to be run! and I need to get out of the house.

Here's my big idea, I'm going to the reefs south of MI. Way I figure it, same environment as the cove/trash pile, but with way less pressure put on the fish. I know sometimes the weather isn't condusive to making the crossing, but I have a 30' boat that can do it. Thoughts?

Also, haven't fished for reds in awhile, any tips on where they're biting?