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Flats Nation — Flats Fishing, Gear & Coastal Living


Plan Skiff Builds and Upgrades Without Losing the Plot
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.

Dave LeGear
Mar 2811 min read


Tampa Bay Tarpon Fly Fishing Primer Part 2
Effective on-water preparation is essential for successful Tarpon fly fishing. Ensure your fly line is thoroughly stretched and correctly stored in your line management device. Set your drag lightly and maintain a well-organized, unobstructed cockpit. Be ready to cast in the "speed cast" position, holding the fly in your non-dominant hand, with the rod in the proper casting position and the fly line secured under your trigger finger.

Captain Barkley Daniel
Mar 238 min read


Apple no Angler Watch!
Flats Nation is here to assist you in setting up your main watch screen with excellent data points,

Dave LeGear
Mar 107 min read


Welcome to the new Flats Nation website update!
We’ve made a fresh round of updates to Flats Nation to keep the website cleaner, faster, and easier to enjoy—especially for readers visiting on mobile devices.

Dave LeGear
Mar 83 min read


Let the tide lead you to the fish!
Tidal influence to help everyone better plan their next trip.

Dave LeGear
Mar 72 min read


The need for low-impact coastal development!
This is in keeping with our "No Fish/No Florida" tagline in our series of targeted conservation articles. I found an excellent and education

Dave LeGear
Feb 266 min read




Perfect time for some scouting new and old water!
Perfect time of the year (winter) for scouting new and old water!

Dave LeGear
Jan 318 min read


Tampa Bay Tarpon Fly Fishing Primer Part 1
Probably the most important thing that an angler can do is practice a proper saltwater cast which can be done well before you ever step onto the boat.

Captain Barkley Daniel
Jan 268 min read


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

Dave LeGear
Jan 194 min read


Flats Nation Sound Bites Volume 14
In this Flats Nation Sound Bites Volume 14, Steve Pelini, VP of Sales for BMS, is back to educate us on the True Tracker Plate.

Dave LeGear
Jan 101 min read


Advertise on Flats Nation!
Did you know that you can advertise on Flats Nation?

Rick Springett
Jan 92 min read


Low-budget hatch liners for your Skiff/Boat!
Are you looking to help keep your tackle, camera, and other gear bags drier and off the deck inside your hatches?

Dave LeGear
Jan 94 min read


Increase your hook up & success ratio (Top Water)
With this little upgrade, the dude can roll around with your Top Water lure like a Gator and should stay hooked.

Dave LeGear
Jan 45 min read


Yes, they can see you moving around!
Clothing that helps blend you into the Sky/Background can help you get a few more strikes.

Dave LeGear
Jan 42 min read


Flats Nation Performance Hats are in the Store!
We had quite the list of features we wanted to employ after years of trial and with other hats, this while getting roasted in the sun

Dave LeGear
Dec 27, 20253 min read


Skiff / Bay Boat cup holders without drilling any holes!
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

Dave LeGear
Dec 19, 20253 min read


New Flats Nation shirts in our store!
We have working on these for a few weeks now with our awesome vendor, and just over the Moon how well they turned out!

Dave LeGear
Dec 13, 20253 min read


Flats Nation logo stickers are now in the store!
Flats Nation logo stickers are now in the store.

Dave LeGear
Dec 13, 20252 min read


Flats Nation Fishing and Scouting Logs
Flats Nation Fishing and Scouting Logs: A Guide to Effective Tracking

Dave LeGear
Dec 10, 20254 min read
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