Flats Nation — Flats Fishing & Coastal Lifestyle Magazine

Whether you’re spending the day stalking fish across a shallow flat, running the skiff along the coast, working around the boat, or heading somewhere a little more civilized afterward, good performance clothing earns its place in the gear bag.

A nice guide on what and better yet, what (not) to use, for those awesome vinyl-coated covered seats.

These same tips and tricks can help you save even more money or at least slow down your spending!

The new Flats Nation Mangrove logo is now available in the updated Art & Merch section, with design options for shirts, mugs, prints, bags, phone cases, and more.

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.

Great little rigid plastic product and was lucky enough to have been working on the Skiff with my reading glasses on in bright enough sunshine, to just barely be able to read the product name for research.

That is exactly why I started using simple project planning sheets like these attached not only for repairs/upgrades... But, also when having a new skiff built.

Specifically designed for Hell's Bay Our friends at Ruckus Marine have launched an impressive lineup of new products that you're going to love! These products are not only intriguing but also address storage and convenience issues like never before. And make sure you read all the way to the end so you can land our discount code for them!

Flats Nation Edition Push Pole Protector: Keeping all of Your Gear Safer!

Are you looking to help keep your tackle, camera, and other gear bags drier and off the deck inside your hatches?

If you have rod holders or any other metal tube working on your boat, you may already have the near-perfect place for cup holders

Ideas I have seen and collected over the years that you may be able to use on yours for some temp shade.

So what exactly is Carbon Innegra, and what makes it a better option for building Skiffs and Bay Boats than say Kevlar?

The Flats Nation version of the Console Caddy is now in stock and turned out awesome if we say so ourselves!

Installing a Trolling Motor on a Flats Skiff.

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.

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.

Octane rating measures a fuel's anti-knock properties, indicating its resistance to engine knocking.

Unbalanced tires cause vibration, uneven tread wear, and steering issues, compromising safety and handling.

In this volume, our longtime friend, Chris Peterson, of Hell’s Bay, is back with us.