Florida Skiffs

Operating out of Deerfield Beach, Florida, this marine services business has established itself as a specialized dealer for multiple boat manufacturers and marine service providers. Florida Skiffs focuses primarily on shallow-water fishing boats, representing both Coastal Skiff and Coastal Flats boat lines, along with Horizon Boats. Their inventory showcases purpose-built skiffs designed for anglers who demand exceptional shallow-draft performance in Florida's coastal and inshore waters.

The business offers three distinct Coastal Skiff models tailored to different fishing applications and budgets. The Coastal Skiff 171 serves as an entry-level option at 17 feet, 1 inch, with a standard 40 HP Suzuki outboard (upgradeable to 50 HP), featuring a simple yet capable design ideal for solo anglers or small groups exploring the flats. The mid-range Coastal Skiff 184 measures 18 feet, 4 inches and incorporates a tunnel hull design paired with a standard 75 HP Suzuki outboard (upgradeable to 90 HP), providing enhanced shallow-water access without sacrificing stability. Their largest offering, the Coastal Skiff 212, spans 21 feet, 2 inches and comes equipped with a 90 HP Suzuki outboard as standard (upgradeable to 115 HP), accommodating up to 12 people with a maximum capacity of 2,405 pounds. All base packages include essential components such as front deck, flip-flop seat, console with windshield, grab rail, rub rail, steering system, hardware package, Suzuki outboard, and EZ Loader galvanized trailer.

Customization options available across their skiff lineup include rear deck configurations with integrated storage boxes, aft live wells for keeping bait or catch fresh, wide gunnels for improved stability and deck space, bench seating, trolling motor pre-rig installations, and hull color selections including Ice Blue, Sea Foam Green, Fighting Lady Yellow, and Green/Tan. Beyond factory options, the business provides full electronics customization packages featuring equipment from leading marine electronics manufacturers including Garmin, Simrad, Lowrance, Minn Kota, Power-Pole, Lumitec, and Fusion Audio systems. This comprehensive approach to rigging ensures customers receive turnkey vessels equipped for their specific fishing techniques and preferred waterways.

As an authorized dealer for Suzuki Marine outboards and Continental Trailers, Florida Skiffs provides integrated solutions that extend beyond the boat itself. Their partnership with Custom Service Co. ensures customers have access to professional marine service and maintenance support. The business also represents boat trailer solutions through Continental Trailers, recognizing that reliable transport is essential for boat owners who trailer their vessels to different fishing locations throughout South Florida and beyond.

With a strategic location in Deerfield Beach, the business serves the broader South Florida boating community, an area known for world-class inshore and nearshore fishing opportunities. Their focus on shallow-draft skiffs reflects an understanding of the region's diverse marine environments, from the Everglades backcountry to the Indian River Lagoon system and countless flats, mangrove islands, and coastal estuaries that demand specialized vessel designs. Florida Skiffs maintains an active social media presence connecting with the regional fishing community, sharing updates on available inventory and showcasing the capabilities of their boat lines in real-world fishing scenarios.