top of page

Welcome to Flats Nation Magazine!


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

Dave LeGear
7 days ago2 min read
Â


Low dollar Flats Fishing education!
This one of the best guides to Flats Fishing education to be found!

Dave LeGear
Nov 73 min read
Â


Project Restore - Natural Stock Enhancement Plan
The main purpose of this entire project is to provide/replace as many square miles of fish nurseries we have already lost

Dave LeGear
Nov 19 min read
Â


In Memoriam of Flip Pallot: by Chris Peterson
Our friends over at Hell's Bay Boatworks shared an article recently about Flip Pallot

Dave LeGear
Oct 192 min read
Â


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
Â


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
Â


The Why Behind Wilderness Medicine
This narrative approach is grounded in real guiding experience and practical medical teaching

Dave LeGear
Sep 264 min read
Â


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
Â


Chico Fernandez - The Baitfish Fly
The team over at Hell's Bay Boatworks has shared an interesting short video from one of their Pro Staff Members Chico Fernandez as he discusses another one of his favorite fly patterns The Baitfish Fly.

Dave LeGear
Sep 52 min read
Â


Chico Fernandez - On the Seaducer Fly
The team over at Hell's Bay Boatworks has shared an interesting short video from one of their Pro Staff Members Chico Fernandez as he...

Dave LeGear
Aug 42 min read
Â


Flats Nation Performance Face Shields, Hoodies, Hats!
Flats Nation Performance Hoodies and Face Shields and Hats

Dave LeGear
Jun 34 min read
Â


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
Â


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
Â


Â


Flats Nation Podcast with Chris Peterson of Hell's Bay!
We’re thrilled to welcome back our longtime friend for Podcast Episode # 25 with Chris Peterson of Hell’s Bay Boatworks!

Dave LeGear
Feb 43 min read
Â


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
Â


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
Jul 26, 20242 min read
Â


Rigging a Plastic Shrimp backward and other methods.
Rigging a Plastic Shrimp backward.

Dave LeGear
May 27, 20244 min read
Â


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
Â


No Fish/No Florida! Let us do the Math...
When you start to look at the economic value of Recreational Fishing in Florida (alone), it is quite staggering!

Dave LeGear
Mar 14, 20236 min read
Â
bottom of page




