A low-profile, easy-poling flats boat that can actually handle a chop.
For this boat, I’ve again used my well-proven 17.5 tunnel hull, yet stretched 6″ to an 18-footer. This hull design, which runs in less than 10 inches, remains extremely dry because of its aggressive spray rails and retains a comfortable ride because of its 30 degree deadrise at the entry. The hull is very stable to pole and fish because of its extra beam.
This Tournament Edition Flats Boat is outfitted with all the options, including:
- LED running lights and under-gunnel lights
- Anchor hatch and storage in the bow deck
- Varnished teak bow rail/fly line retainer
- Custom actuated console with built in live well, rod holders and fuel fill
- Under gunnel fly rod storage and drink
- Large storage compartment and accesses under the bench seat
- Back rest
- Custom poling platform
- Recessed push pole holder and cleats
- Hydraulic jackplate
- Insulated fish/drink boxes
- 70 hp 4-stroke Yamaha
Note: This is not a production boats. Each boat is hand-crafted to the owner’s specifications.
Base Hull Specs:
- LOA: 18′
- Beam: 6′, 9″
- Draft: 7-8″ depending upon power and load
- Tunnel for shallow-water running
- Cold-molded unibody construction
- 1208 bi-axle fiberglass inside and out
- All West System epoxy
- 14″-wide washboards and large casting deck
- Self-bailing deck
- Nonskid deck and washboards
- Custom console (high or low profile) with toe kick and fuel storage
- Stainless or rubber rub rail
- Recommended power range: 40 – 90 hp
Options:
- Poling platform
- Live-well
- Anchor hatch
- Rod tubes
- Hydraulic steering
- Hydraulic jack plate
- Teak toe rail
- Teak steering pod
- Actuated console
- Cushions, covers, etc.
- Custom Ameritrail trailer
Coming soon
