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The FS 19 that I built for my brother was used extensively here along the Georgia Coast for almost a year before he took it to Virginia where he is now using it mostly in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. It has more of a Bay Boat vibe to it as even with the sole raised by 1 inch there was sti...

I agree that the power pole will likely get in the way of poling. A 4 foot power pole really is only good probably in 2 foot depth or less. I have an 8 foot power pole on my flats skiff and in anything over 5 feet of depth it won’t hold very well, especially with wind or tide. On my brother’s FS 19 ...

Looking Good!

Good to hear from you Eric. Keep your head up and work on the boat when you can. Best wishes to you.

After this boat I would suggest an FS 19. Perfect for your area.

Way to go Guy! Congratulations and Best wishes for many years of enjoyment.

My family had a place in Ocean City for 40 years. I used to bring my 24 foot deep V walkaround that had a 225 HP single outboard on an Armstrong bracket and fished with it routinely at the Jackspot, Poorman’s Canyon and many of the wrecks and reefs. No kicker. Never had a problem. If I was going to ...

Your response is very helpful. From what you’ve shared, I understand more about your requirements. Tom has made some good points about prioritizing your needs and how that might help narrow down the options. I live in an area on the other side of the Atlantic where our fishing grounds are somewhat s...

Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your decision to embark on a boat building project. I’m curious, how do you intend to use the boat you are contemplating and where? Do you need a boat that is capable of handling rough conditions miles off shore in the ocean or are you looking for somethin...

Use more zip ties. They seem spaced awfully far apart.