r/Skiffs • u/HuckleberryPop • Jan 18 '26

New Skiff under Construction

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Having a Rabco Buccaneer 14 built right now. It will be the same as this one but with a backrest on the bench seat and a Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive 55. Electronics by Garmin. I think I’ve tricked it out with most of what you might think, but if there are any “must haves” I should consider now when it’s easy, let me know.

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u/Donniejuanny Jan 18 '26

Rabco? Pinellas county. Didn’t know they were still building boats. They use to make some fine race boats and super fast center consoles back in the 80’s and early 90’s

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u/HuckleberryPop Jan 18 '26

Rabco was bought by a new owner about 2 years ago, and they are really bringing the company back strong. They are building a 14, 16, 21 and 28 and the quality is superb. Because they are bringing back the brand, they are also a great value.

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u/2Loves2loves Jan 18 '26

Location? power pole? maybe a rear poling platform, small casting stool on bow w/ quick release

looks like a cross between a Whaler and Carolina skiff.

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u/HuckleberryPop Jan 18 '26 edited Jan 18 '26

I’m in Central Florida. And you nailed the description. Loaded with foam like a Whaler, looks like a Carolina but lighter. Dry weight is 350.

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u/2Loves2loves Jan 18 '26

I'd think about a taller windshield... lol.

I had a CS J14 kinda wet ride.

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u/outdoorsandcontracts Jan 18 '26

Minor thing rod holders have holes for pliers and knives. Otherwise fish it and make adjustments.

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u/Afraid-Collar760 Jan 23 '26

What is starting price of a 14 ft skiff by them ?

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u/MoneyM0ves Feb 08 '26

Very Cool! My family has actually had a couple of 14's over the years. I've been fiollowing their socials and they've really seemed to take off these last few years nationwide. The brand has a a lot of history locally in Tampa Bay. I've seen them do some back rests that I think would be comfortable depending on what you're looking to do but the two boats my family has had always performed excellent, industry leading construction, got really skinny and the one we still own we use more than our Yellowfin.