If you are a fan of inshore flats fishing, the history of Key West native William Henry “Willy” Roberts and his flats skiffs are stuff of legend. Having built beautiful all wooden skiffs and then making the transition to fiberglass in the 1960’s, it is pretty safe to say that the Willy Roberts line of […]
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Skiff Defined. Chris White’s Pathfinder 15T, a flats boat for the record books.
The Pathfinder 15T skiff has developed a cult following in the skiff world and earned a great deal of respect in regards to it’s simplicity and functionality. The combination of floating skinny even when under a full load and it’s initial attractive price has guaranteed these boats to see multiple owners and generations of outdoorsmen. […]
Mid Florida Skiffs bring Boat Aluminum Fabrication to a new level of custom.
Mid Florida Skiffs specialize in aluminum fabrication and specialize in skiff specific pieces such as grab bars, poling platforms, casting platforms and everything in between. Designed for minimal weight and without sacrificing on quality or appearance. MFS’s Forrest Optiz says, “This was a fun job for us for a customer of ours on the coast […]
Everglades Camping – Pioneer Style
When we think of “The Days of Pioneering” in this Country often think of the Wild West and westward expansion. It wasn’t but 100 years ago, Florida too was still incredibly wild with people homesteading in a true pioneering fashion deep in the Everglades. We’ve recently located a terrific collection of restored photographs with color […]
It’s all in the details with @chittum_skiffs Snake Bight
Skiff Life ? says: It’s all in the details with @chittum_skiffs Snake Bight ? DM / tag us in your pics Don’t forget to use #skifflife on your posts #skifflife
How to Harvest Stone Crab video! Tips and Tricks on the Florida Recreational Stone Crab season!
Florida’s STONE CRAB IS OPEN! How many of you enjoy your right to harvest this wonderful renewable resource? Review the video below to see the proper way to harvest the claws safely to ensure the crab will re-grow their claw. Read Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission FAQ here: http://myfwc.com/research/saltwater/crustaceans/stone-crabs/faq/ Top Selling Decals & Gear […]
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. […]
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 […]
Braid to Mono Knot with Alberto
Avoid the swivel!!! Alberto’s Knot is SUPER strong, fast to tie and so simple, even that goofy Geico caveman could do it…short and easy video here:
Jameson’s Savannah Micro Skiff
I am a kayak angler and have been for the last decade, but I have found myself longing to go further into the marsh and explore beyond what I can paddle and reach in a day. The next logical step was a small skiff, but where to start? I wanted something easy to handle both […]
