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Welcome to Flats Nation Magazine!


Oil Filter Magnet - The FilterMag
if you have spent any amount of time with a wrench in your hands and know that many stock automotive oil, transmission have magnets.

Dave LeGear
Oct 285 min read
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Hell's Bay Boatworks Wallpaper!
Hell's Bay Boatworks restored a blast from the past, and posted up on their Website some past and newer wallpapers!

Dave LeGear
Oct 172 min read
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Fly Boatworks F2 Carbon: An Evolutionary Step in the Flats Skiff Design!
Fly Boatworks F2 Carbon: An Evolutionary Step in the Flats Skiff Design!

Dave LeGear
Oct 153 min read
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Clay Bar use and tips!
I freely admit it, I can be a bit of a clean freak (blame it on Mom, whose house was clean enough for open heart surgery) and the Military.

Dave LeGear
Oct 138 min read
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Another way to help secure your Trailer!
My receiver hitch lock fit well right where the Fulton swing tongue pin would normally sit.

Dave LeGear
Oct 52 min read
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Flats Nation Edition Console Caddy
The Flats Nation version of the Console Caddy is now in stock and turned out awesome if we say so ourselves!

Dave LeGear
Oct 37 min read
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South Dade Skiffs Islandia 18
Named after the serene southern isles of Biscayne Bay, the Islandia 18 channels timeless skiff design with modern execution.

Dave LeGear
Sep 236 min read
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Flats Nation Edition Push Pole Protector
Flats Nation Edition Push Pole Protector: Keeping all of Your Gear Safer!

Dave LeGear
Sep 73 min read
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Installing a Trolling Motor on a Flats Skiff
Installing a Trolling Motor on a Flats Skiff.

Dave LeGear
Sep 47 min read
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Marine Wiring Harness
I have looked over quite a few harnesses and seen both good and (let's just say questionable) Marine Wiring Harness and rigging by some builders.

Dave LeGear
Aug 78 min read
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Dock Side Live Radio
So, what is Dock Side Live Radio you ask? It is A Florida‑based streaming station that melds Trop Rock, yacht rock, country, reggae, soft rock, indie and beach‑vibe tunes into one laid‑back playlist.

Dave LeGear
Aug 73 min read
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Welcome Aboard Ruckus Marine and introducing the Console Caddy!
We are happy to unveil the latest addition to the incredible Ruckus Marine lineup: the brand-new Ruckus Marine Console Caddy!

Dave LeGear
Jul 165 min read
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Hell’s Bay Orvis Edition Skiffs!
This collaboration between Hell’s Bay Boatworks and Orvis marries top-tier craftsmanship with a deep commitment to conservation, resulting in a skiff that’s as purposeful as it is polished.

Dave LeGear
May 273 min read
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How to help reduce water spots!
How to help reduce water spots!

Dave LeGear
Apr 274 min read
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Maverick HPX-S and V models
Maverick HPX-S and V models are tremendous little all-around Skiffs that do many things well!

Dave LeGear
Apr 225 min read
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Low budget Outboard Pre-Lube Pump (4 Stroke only)
Pre-Lube pumps circulate lube oil throughout the engine before it is started.

Dave LeGear
Feb 224 min read
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Better protect your trailer from salt water effects.
Here are a few things I have found to help extend their life and appearance

Dave LeGear
Jan 46 min read
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Just what is Octane and how much do I need?
Octane rating measures a fuel's anti-knock properties, indicating its resistance to engine knocking.

Dave LeGear
Dec 16, 20248 min read
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Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On! Tire Balance Tips.
Unbalanced tires cause vibration, uneven tread wear, and steering issues, compromising safety and handling.

Dave LeGear
Sep 10, 20246 min read
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Flats Nation Sound Bites Volume 9
In this volume, our longtime friend, Chris Peterson, of Hell’s Bay, is back with us.

Dave LeGear
Jan 18, 20242 min read
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