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Flats Nation — Flats Fishing & Coastal Lifestyle Magazine


DIY Boat Trailer Wiring Harness Help Without the Guesswork
A boat trailer wiring harness is one of those things most owners do not think about until the lights stop working, the tow vehicle starts blowing fuses, or the trailer gets backed into saltwater and suddenly decides it no longer wants to communicate with civilization.

Dave LeGear
3d7 min read


DIY Boat Wiring Diagram Help - Without Having to Draw It by Hand
Not everyone can draw a clean boat wiring diagram on demand. Some folks can sketch out a full marine electrical system on the back of a napkin. Others, myself included, may end up with something that looks more like a treasure map drawn during a small-craft advisory.

Dave LeGear
May 75 min read


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


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


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

Dave LeGear
Mar 72 min read


Flats Nation free PC Wallpaper!
Flats Nation Free Desktop Wallpaper

Dave LeGear
Feb 33 min read


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
Jan 225 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 is looking for Guest Writers!
Are you a Flats Fishing Junkie? Do you work to support your fishing habit?

Dave LeGear
Jan 172 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


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


Oil Filter Magnet - The FilterMag Technology
As discussed in our first article on this innovative product...

Dave LeGear
Jan 22 min read


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

Dave LeGear
Dec 23, 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


Maximizing Efficiency: Tracking Fuel Burn and Maintenance Costs for Your Toys.
Tracking fuel burn rates and other maintenance work will help you find what is operating best in your engines

Dave LeGear
Nov 14, 20257 min read


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 3, 20257 min read


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 27, 20253 min read


How to help reduce water spots!
How to help reduce water spots!

Dave LeGear
Apr 27, 20254 min read


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 22, 20255 min read


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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