HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS: FOOD AND WATER Food and water should last for 72 hours: Make sure you have enough supplies to last everyone in the house for at least 72 hours. More is better! Quality Water Filter: Clean drinking water is a top priority. Get a quality water filter! Use good food rotation practices: If you’re keeping an emergency kit stocked with some … [Read more...]
Wrightwater Microskiff – Great skiffs come in small packages
If you live in Florida, chances are you've seen Glasser Boatworks impressive array of fiberglass repairs to top of the line skiffs such as Hells Bay and Beavertail Skiffs. The shop is so consistent with quality that they now build a number of parts for manufacturers around the country. Glasser felt that the market is restricting the average guy from having a … [Read more...]
Skiff Life’s Bateau SK14 Build, A Microskiff for Skinny Water
Bateau's SK14 is without a doubt one of the skinniest water micro-skiffs we've had the pleasure of running. We've literally floated this rig in about 2 1/2" of water! Even more satisfying is that we successfully completed building this boat from the ground up using plans provided by veteran boat designer and builder, Jacques Mertens. Jacques is the owner of Bateau (his boat … [Read more...]
Drop-in Skiff Consoles by Pelagic
Exciting news came out this week that a well known metal fabricator, Pelagic Fabrications, are now offering drop in flats helm towers for flats boats renovations and new builds. These cool skiff towers offer many attractive features with comfort and visibility at the top of the list. Pelagic Fabrications is based out of Jacksonville, Florida but offering a freight service … [Read more...]
Monster Snook Fishing in Florida, Begovic Style.
Chasing true monster Snook can easily become an addiction for anglers in South Florida. The thump of a true "linesider" snook and ensuing test of tackle and fisherman alike is on par with any large predatory fish you'll find, anywhere in the world. Typically found on bridges, mangroves and other structure, these fish compound the challenge by making use of their … [Read more...]
Lowcountry South Carolina…Red fish fishing at it’s finest
Day by day as the temperature drops and the Spartina grass slowly changes from green to brown, you know fall has arrived here in the Lowcountry- Beaufort, South Carolina! The months of September, October, and November offer some the best fishing of the year and also perfect weather for those 8 hour days on the water. As the water temperature cools down the shrimp start to move … [Read more...]
The Solo Skiff, a fishing kayak with a kick!
If you are looking to range farther and wider than a traditional fishing kayak, the Solo Skiff may be what you are looking for. The Solo Skiff is best described as a fishing kayak on steroids! You enjoy all the stealth of a traditional sit on top fishing kayak with the added benefit of powering with up to a 5HP motor. Originally developed in Florida, … [Read more...]
Inshore Fishing Tips for Red fish, Trout, Flounder
Inshore saltwater fishing for speckled red fish, trout and flounder can often be a matter of finding the structure that is holding them. Fish move for many reasons including temperatures and spawning, but they return again and again to the same structures for two principal reasons: food and safety. #1 Voted Redfish Decal That’s why you will find fishing … [Read more...]
Tarpon Fishing with Pat Ford
Tarpon fishing is one of the most amazing adventures and angers can experience. Take a tour with photographer Pat Ford as he shows you his favorite photos of some recent tarpon fishing. If Tarpon fishing was not on our "bucket list" of fishing trips, it will be! You can learn more about Pat Ford and his amazing adventures by clicking here. Latest Tarpon Gear … [Read more...]
Captain Willy Le’s 2015 Maverick Mirage 17 HPX-V
Editor's Note: Updating and improving on a product line is the sign of a healthy boat company. When professional guides who make their living out of these skiffs choose a new rig, it is wise to find out why. One of our favorite Guides', Willy Le is all about fish and the skiff. Here is what he has to say about his new 2015 Maverick Mirage 17 HPX-V. Congrats, Captain! … [Read more...]
