Hell's Bay Boatworks

Flats Nation Takes a Closer Look at the Hell’s Bay Marquesa

Dave LeGear — Sun, 31 May 2026 20:50:39 +0000

Our friends at Flats Nation recently published a closer look at the Hell’s Bay Marquesa skiff and where it fits for anglers who want a larger technical flats platform with real shallow-water DNA. Their overview covers the Marquesa’s shallow draft, confident ride, cockpit space, fuel capacity, and why this model remains a trusted choice for […]

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What Is a Flats Skiff? Definition, Features & How to Choose

Dave LeGear — Sat, 23 May 2026 06:39:11 +0000

A flats skiff is built for skinny water—quiet, precise, and purpose-driven. Here’s what defines the category, what to look for, and how to choose the right skiff for your water.

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Guide – Steve Hall

Dave LeGear — Fri, 22 May 2026 05:45:21 +0000

Marine EVA Foam Reel Pads for Hell’s Bay Skiffs

Dave LeGear — Thu, 14 May 2026 22:40:49 +0000

Marine EVA foam reel pads are now part of the clean, functional details found on most current Hell’s Bay builds. Designed to give rods and reels a soft, finished place to rest, these pads add useful protection while also giving each skiff another place to carry the boat’s color theme. For anglers who keep fly […]

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Guide – Ben Whalley

Dave LeGear — Wed, 06 May 2026 22:10:58 +0000

Hell’s Bay Celebration of America collection!

Dave LeGear — Wed, 06 May 2026 18:35:56 +0000

Built for Freedom. Designed for Legends. Heading out Independence Day or any day for that matter, don’t just celebrate America—live it! The Hell’s Bay Celebration of America collection! Is here to outfit patriots who’d rather be poling a flat than sitting on a patio. From sunrise Redfish and Tarpon missions to sunset fireworks… This Merch […]

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Uncharted – History of Hell’s Bay Boatworks

Dave LeGear — Sat, 02 May 2026 04:02:24 +0000

Legendary angler Flip Pallot shares the history of Hell’s Bay Boatworks and the shallow-water skiffs that helped define a way of fishing. This video replaces our original 2015 YouTube upload, which developed audio damage over time. We restored it from our library so this story can continue to be heard the way it was meant […]

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Guide – Michael Garcia

Dave LeGear — Sat, 02 May 2026 02:47:43 +0000

Breast Cancer Awareness Shirt

Dave LeGear — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:38:00 +0000

Cancer, like it has for so many, has touched our Hell’s Bay Boatworks family personally. The Hell’s Bay Breast Cancer Awareness Shirt is a simple way to show support while helping make a real difference. Created in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it stands for strength, hope, and continued progress in the fight against […]

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How the Apple Watch Became an Angler Watch!

Dave LeGear — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:29:08 +0000

Our friends at Flats Nation put together a smart and timely article on how to program your Apple Watch for flats and inshore fishing—loaded with useful data points anglers can actually use on the water. The article walks through the key data points displayed on the watch face and shows how they expand with a […]

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