MNForrest Minnesota and Florida Posts: 3 Greenhorn. The 2-stroke Evinrude E-TEC G2s have the advantage of having greater low-end torque, so gets on plane faster with less bow rise than 4-stroke engines. Hands down the new Hell's Bay 24'9" Estero Bay boat is the best bay boat I've ever run and I've been on most of them. Insure your 2018 Hell's Bay Boatworks ESTERO 24/CC for just $100/year* More freedom: You’re covered on all lakes, rivers, and oceans within 75 miles of the coast. 5) Lower Operating Costs. 135 H.O. I fish/boat inland lakes, coastal SC and the Keys. The anchor locker has a twist and lock latch. 23 FT For Sale or Wanted. This two-mode combustion is called “stratified combustion.” It results in lower emissions, and better fuel efficiency – and has been documented by rigorous testing procedures that are standardized by all outboard engine makers. The Estero™ is the first Hell’s Bay boat designed around inshore and near-shore fishing. Note the channels in the deck at the hatch for rode when at anchor. The helm console has dual 12” nav screens. I pulled the trigger on … At a full 24 feet, 10 inches in length with a 8′ 6″ beam, this boat can handle up to a 400 hp engine. 61 FT 97 FT This 2002 Hells Bay Guide adds a new dimension to shallow water fishing. 1) Greater Low-End Torque. The Bold Finseeker 220 CC. E-TEC. There is no scheduled dealer maintenance for 5 years or 500 miles, whichever comes first, and no oil changes and new oil filters to buy every year or 100 hours. How to Tie the Non-Slip Loop Knot. The cockpit depth is 20” (50.8 cm) forward. Posts: 1,498 Likes: 1 Received 23 Likes on 21 Posts Hells Bay Estero 24 Build Thread. The Hell’s Bay Boatworks Estero has a LOA of 24’10” (7.57 m), a beam of 8’6” (2.59 m), and a draft of 13” (.33 m). The center locker has three Optima batteries for the trolling motor. Evinrude as an internal 2 gallon (8 L) oil tank and not an external one that would take up valuable space in the boat. After two years of development, Hell’s Bay Boatworks has produced its flagship bay boat designed for hardcore fishermen and serious weekend anglers. The port and starboard lockers have rod storage. Evinrude used computational fluid dynamics to design a big block and heads configured to maximize combustion, reduce fuel consumption, and effectively lower emissions. ADVERTISEMENT. Because Evinrude coats all of its lower unit parts and any metal part that comes in contact with raw water, with titanium oxide, and because all of its metal fasteners are stainless steel, the company is able to offer a 5-year anti-corrosion warranty, which is the longest in the industry. Copyright © 2017 Hell's Bay Boatworks | Privacy Policy | Sitemap, Recommended Power – 300hp Standard (400 hp Max) – Single Engine, Vacuum Infused Core Cell™ construction throughout entire structure, Lean post w/ tackle station – 105 Yeti cooler on slide – 4 rod holders – 2 cup holders, 130 gallon in-floor fishbox w/ macerator pump, Conventional & fly rod storage in front hatches, Custom aluminum dual axle trailer w/brakes, spare tire, LED lights. For additional seating, there are cushions and a bolster that swings up over the aft casting deck and livewell. Hell’s Bay Boatworks offers Evinrude 300 horsepower engines as standard equipment. Amazingly versatile … 2013 Hell's Bay Marquesa. Accessory buttons are below the wheel with a small plexi cover. One owner 2017` Hells Bay Estero. The wind was blowing 10 knots, kicking up a heavy chop. I have narrowed my search to three boats, and I'm very intrigued with the Estero. We understand the legacy at Hell’s Bay Boatworks and applaud their laser focus to fishing clientele. In the case of the Estero, I found the opposite to be true. By submitting this form, you acknowledge that you have read and agree with the, Built-in 130-gallon (492 L) fishbox with macerator. With the large casting decks and fishing amenities, we think it makes an excellent bay and flats boat, with near coastal capabilities. An uncompromising tool with two live wells, a huge fish box and room for your family and friends, all wrapped up in the deadly silent hull that Hell’s Bay is known for. Sorry, you need to enable JavaScript to visit this website. While stable and fast, the Estero™ only draws 13″-15″ inches of water on the flats. Under the aft casting deck is more storage. Hell’s Bay Boatworks in Titusville, FL builds skiffs and flats boats for serious anglers. This boat is a no compromise fishing boat for specific shallow water operations. Acquiring molds once used by Gordon Boat Works, Hell’s Bay Boatworks started production in the 1997 model year. They’ll include options, like cushions and bolsters, to broaden the boats’ appeal, but that is not what they are focused on – fishing is. 655 were here. Their Estero™ model, a 24’ (7.32 m) center console, is the largest boat in the lineup. Hell's Bay boats for sale on Boat Trader are available for a swath of prices, valued from $26,053 on the moderate end all … Discover the Hell’s Bay Difference. There is a deck drain on the forward end of the sidedeck, and another set of scuppers aft. Videos. ESTERO 24/CC 25' OUTBD ... Hell’s Bay Boatworks committed themselves to revolutionize the shallow water fishing skiff. There is a generous 11” (27.94 cm) caprail around the boat and 14” (35.56 cm) of sidedeck clearance around the console. Savings: We offer low rates and plenty of discounts. The Hell’s Bay Boatworks Estero™ is designed for flats, bay, and near-coastal fishing for serious anglers who are not looking for expensive amenities and family-friendly features. We usually find keepers for a Danforth-style anchor in the anchor locker for center console boats, but the absence on them does not diminish the value of the locker which is large. 3) No Oil Change Hassel. Videos. This is a bit on the low side, causing us to want to use this boat primarily in protected water and coastal water on pleasant days. Thread: Hells Bay Estero 24 Build Thread. Below is a 105 quart (99 L) Yeti cooler on a slider. Anybody have one? The ignition with lanyard is just to the right of the wheel. Senior Member . Hells Bay Estero 24 Build Thread . 80 FT 55 FT Blast & Cast. My main interests are inshore/near shore, but I … 2017 Hell's Bay Estero. 2013 Hell's Bay Marquesa. The bore and stroke of the cylinders measure 3.85” by 3.00’’. The vinylester resin is impervious to water migration, and virtually all builders use it as a skin coat, to eliminate hull blistering. Knowing Hell’s Bay’s rich history of skiff innovation and my affection for the smell of fresh fiberglass I figured testing the Estero was a great idea. It is designed for coastal and protected water work with what is literally a bullet-proof hull that is both light, strong, and has a … March 2018 edited April 2018 in Classifieds: Boats #1. The Estero is lightweight because of the Kevlar, PVC coring, and vacuum resin infusion to minimize resin in the laminate and maximize strength, which makes the boat faster and more fuel efficient – and draw less water. Boat Trader currently has 8 Hell's Bay boats for sale, including 0 new vessels and 8 used boats listed by both individual owners and professional dealers mainly in United States. It is designed for coastal and protected water work with what is literally a bullet-proof hull that is both light, strong, and has a shallow draft. The first Hell's Bay boat designed around inshore and near-shore fishing, the Estero™, combines the classic features of a Hell's Bay skiff with the capability to handle the big waters of the coast. #hellsbayboatworks #worldsfinestskiffs #customboats #bayboat #fishingboats #fishing #getoutside The cockpit depth aft is 17” (43.18 cm.). I will post the rest as they are handed to me. This unit produces more available charging power than is available in any 4-stroke engine in class. Stratified Combustion. Learn about the brand new 24-foot Estero from Hell's Bay Boatworks. The helm includes two Raymarine 12” (30.47 cm) touchscreens and a throttle on the right with trim tabs in front of the throttle. From a price and value standpoint, because Hell’s Bay Boatworks is factory direct, it can offer a greater value for money spent simply because selling costs are reduced. Discover the uncharted. To Get full access to this content, please: Hell’s Bay Boatworks in Titusville, FL builds skiffs and flats boats for serious anglers. The crew at FlatsClass is wrapping up filming with this outstanding boat, so it's on the market. A Ram-Lin aluminum tandem axle trailer is included. … Hell’s Bay Boatworks uses it in the entire hull because it is light weight, far stronger than several layers of glass fiber, and is more puncture resistant. The company sells factory-direct. 2013 Hell's Bay Marquesa. I pulled the trigger on this boat a few month back. We have collaborated to design the Orvis Edition Package, which can be added to any of Hell’s Bay Boatworks Skiffs, and features unique color accents, upgraded components and an Orvis Helios 3 Rod package. 2017 Hell`s Bay Estero Just In! The boat comes equipped with the following: Minn-Kota Riptide 36V 112 Lb. Join Date: Oct 2008. The Estero Advantage The first Hell’s Bay boat designed around inshore and near-shore fishing, the Estero™ combines the classic features of a Hell’s Bay skiff with the capability to … After two years of development, Hell’s Bay Boatworks has produced a top of the line Bay Boat that any hardcore fishermen or weekend angler would love. Whether it’s Redfish tailing in the grass or chasing the Tarpon migration there is a reason why so many Captains chose to work in a skiff built by Hell’s Bay Boatworks, because each skiff is built to their specifications, so they never have to compromise. After several years of fishing with Guides, I have come to appreciate Hell's Bay boats. They come in every shape and color, from all over the country. With a single Evinrude E-TEC G2 300-hp gas outboard turning a 15” x 22” 4-bladed prop, the Estero reached a top speed of 55.6 mph at 5600 rpm. The first Hell’s Bay boat designed around inshore and near-shore fishing, the Estero™ combines the classic features of a Hell’s Bay skiff with the capability to handle the big waters of the coast. At idle and low RPM, the patented Evinrude injector sprays a light mist of fuel in the upper combustion chamber to minimize fuel burn. Videos. The company is small compared to some other skiff builders, but what it does not have in numbers it makes up for in innovation, fishing expertise, and passion for building a quality product for a reasonable price. Let’s face it, there are numerous bay boat options these days. Lefty Kreh, 1925-2018. I am buying a new boat for next summer. We were founded in 1997 by a small handful of passionate inshore anglers and guides who decided to use their deep experience on the water to create the World’s Finest Shallow-Water Skiffs. See the price by becominga BoatTEST member. Comments are turned off. Formed by renowned Florida fishing guide Flip Pallot with one goal in mind: to build the finest skiffs ever conceived. • 36v Minn Kota Riptide Ulterra trolling motor ($3,725), • Forward console seat plumbed 30-gallon (114 L) pitchwell ($2,600). Been on one? However, few builders in any class or size use it throughout the laminate because it is more expensive. While stable and fast, the Estero™ only draws 13” to 15” (33 cm to 38 cm) of water on the flats. 6) Longest Anti-Corrosion Warranty. Location: Florida, Port Saint Lucie. Designed for performance and fishability, this Bay Boat offers a smooth dry ride, a silent hull, plenty of storage, and all the elements the Hell’s Bay skiffs feature. Hell’s Bay Boatworks was formed by renowned Florida fishing guide, Flip Pallot, along with boat designer Chris Morejohn with one goal in mind – to build the best flats fishing boat. The maintenance free, magneto-style charging system produces 133-amps with an allotment of 50-amps being directed to the boat's house battery and electrical components. Taking the Estero on a rides in Naples this morning. Hell's Bay 24 Estero Backstory. The Estero 24 is putting the “Bay” into “Hell’s Bay.” A bay boat designed to be the ultimate in- and near-shore fishing machine. Copying or re-using any of the material, in whole or in part, on this site, including data, photos, articles and videos is strictly forbidden without the written permission of BoatTEST.com, LLC. Building has started and I will post as pictures come. Copyright © 2021 BoatTEST.com. Hell Bay is the highest-rated hotel and restaurant on the Isles of Scilly, holding the coveted Four Red Star AA ‘Inspectors’ Choice’ award and home to Scilly's only 3 AA Rosette restaurant. particularly the Marquesa. 4) Lower Total Price. The Evinrude E-TEC G2 300-hp outboard is also equipped with a very handy winterizing engine-fogging feature that occurs at the touch of a button, safeguarding motor storage for next season – and eliminating a costly trip to the dealer for winterization. Perhaps most importantly, the Evinrude E-TEC G2 300 is the most economical outboard engine on the market to operate. With an empty weight of 3,659 lbs. (1,660 kg), full fuel of 80 gallons (302 L), plus two people and test gear onboard, there was an estimated test weight of 4,579 lbs. More Videos. There are two stereo speakers aft, totaling six in all. The forward casting deck is 6’6” fore and aft x 6’6” wide (1.98 m x 1.98 m) (and 4’7”/1.39 m in the middle). This is important with a skiff which has a low freeboard transom to get the lower unit completely out of the water when not in use. Orvis and Hell's Bay Boatworks announce the launch of a new special edition skiff package that benefits Florida fisheries. Courtesy Hell's Bay Boatworks Hell’s Bay Boatworks has built ultra-fine flats skiffs for the past decade under the helmsmanship of company president Chris Peterson. if i'm throwing around that kind of change on a 24 Bay I'm going with. Three more rod holders are built into each side of the base of the hardtop frame. “The Waterman 18 retains the ORIGINAL Hell’s Bay sheer and bottom! They wanted to make sweeping changes in design and construction that would revolutionize the shallow water fishing industry. Sign up for our newsletter. A special electronic oil-injection system meters oil to lubricate the engine's internal components. The stainless steel wheel has a tilt adjustment and a speed knob. View Single Post 09-14-2016, 06:33 PM #1 renagade69. Hell’s Bay Guides. E-TEC. 2) 81-Degree Tilt. ... Views of Lake El Estero - two bedroom unit (Monterey) Hell's Bay Estero for sale REDUCED. Single Hose Clams. There is enough oil in the tank for 50 to 75 hours of use, a season of operation for most people – and, of course, no oil changes are needed and no new oil filters. 115 H.O. Good afternoon everyone! Hell's Bay is boat brand in the marine industry, manufacturing boats that vary in size from 16 feet to 18 feet. Be the first to know about the latest news, events and deals. This is costly construction and Hell’s Bay Boatworks is the only builder in class that we know of that has an all vinylester and Kevlar hull laminate. To the left of the wheel is the Evinrude engine display and the JL audio system. Hell's Bay Estero . #hellsbayboatworks #worldsfinestskiffs #hbestero #customboats #bayboat #fishingboats #naplesflorida The Estero is built using 100% Vinylester resin, vacuum infused over Core Cell™ PVC foam and Kevlar throughout the entire hull structure, according to the builder. An Estero rising from the mold in Ice Blue. The first Hell’s Bay boat designed around inshore and near-shore fishing, the Estero™, combines the classic features of a Hell’s Bay skiff with the capability to handle the big waters of the coast. LINK $110,000 . As we said, this is an angler’s boat. At first glance the Estero appears larger and roomier than other bay boats, yet still carries the classic lines of a Hells Bay. There are five 6” (.15 m) pull-up cleats, two on each side, with another one centered on the bow. She combines the classic features of a Hell’s Bay skiff with the capability to handle the rougher waters found along the coast. At WOT, Evinrude calls this the homogeneous mode, where the cylinders fill with gas and air to maximize power. Videos. 2017 Hells Bay Estero. The gunwales have two rod holders per side. The first Hells Bay boat designed around inshore and near-shore fishing, the Estero combines the classic features of a Hells Bay skiff with the capability to handle the big waters of the coast. To the sides of the foredeck area are steps that lead up to the casting deck. There are four rod holders with drains flanked by cup holders on the back of helm seat/leaning post. When the Evinrude E-TEC G2 engines with its standard power steering and iTrim (automatic trimming) are compared to other engines, which require an up charge for power steering, it is less costly to buy. Kevlar, as most people know is used on bullet-proof vests, and is used by some builders in the keels to provide protection in case of hard groundings, and in the stern quarters to reduce the chance of stress cracking in the gelcoat. Hard chines further aft are okay for flatter water, but deflecting any kind of seas required a more aggressive approach on the bow, so upper spray rails had some priority in the overall design. While this construction meets ABYC standards, we prefer to see double clamps on all hoses below the waterline that handle seawater. Evinrude’s built-in power steering mechanism eliminates the need for an external SeaStar steering arm in the front of the engine, allowing the E-TEC G2 to tilt 81-degrees, more than any other engine on the market. Below the accessory switches are angled footrests at two levels. Our test boat was powered with an Evinrude E-TEC G2 300-hp outboard with a 15” x 22” 4-blad ss prop. Buying factory direct also permits a degree of personalization often not available in boats bought through dealerships. Coverages: We offer wreckage/fuel spill removal, on-water towing, etc. By Staff. Merely improving conventional designs was not good enough. Then I last fall fished out of a new Maverick 18 HPX-V. We went out in a pretty good chop, and came away very impressed. Learn why Hell's Bay Boatworks built a 24-foot bay boat. When backing off to 3000 rpm and 27.5 mph, the best fuel economy, with a burn rate of 7.05 GPH and a range of 289 statute miles was found, all while still holding back a 10-percent reserve of the boat’s 80 gallon (302 L) total fuel capacity. The Estero is the largest boat in the Hell’s Bay lineup of dedicated fishing boats – a 24’10” center console intended as a bay-flats boat for near coastal fishing. At a full 24’10” (7.57 m) in length with an 8′6” (2.59 m) beam, this boat is rated for up to a 400-hp engine. $29,500. It exceeded Hell’s Bay Boatworks’ claims and my expectations for storage, stability, ride and overall shallow water performance. An uncompromising tool with two live wells, a huge fish box and room for your family and friends, all wrapped up in the deadly silent hull that Hell’s Bay is known for. This team is guided by Captain Chris Peterson and his wife Wendi Peterson. The resulting combustion is fired by BRP’s Fast Rise Inducted Ignition system that produces a higher energy, longer duration spark for improved fuel burn. Throughout the state there are a host of open water estuaries that at times feel like oceans themselves. Designed for performance and fishability, this Bay Boat offers a smooth dry ride, a silent hull, plenty of storage, and all the elements the Hell's Bay skiffs feature. Email … Videos. The first batch of pictures may be out of sequential order. All Rights Reserved. You wanted shallow….You wanted great tracking….You wanted ease of poling…You wanted full range of trim and a bit of additional reach…You wanted shallow draft and NO NOISE, NO FRILLS…The Waterman 18 has your name written all over it!” -Flip Pallot Hell’s Bay Estero October 16, 2020. Hell's Bay Estero Almost two years in the making, the 24’10” Estero is a true coastal hybrid that combines the proven performance of Hell’s Bay flats skiffs with the capability to take on big water with ease. This boat runs great and handles like a luxury european sports car. (2,077 kg). The Hell's Bay Estero 24 Bay, the company's first bay boat, has a long list of features. Forward, the freeboard is 32” (81.28 cm) while aft it slopes down to 19” (48.26 cm). Today, Hell’s Bay Boatworks is still led by a team of dedicated fishermen, outdoorsmen, and adventurers. 2013 Hells Bay Marquesa. The reason the price is reasonable is because the company sells factory direct, thus reducing selling costs, which can be substantial on large boats. Welcome to the Official Hell's Bay Boatworks Facebook Page. During our inspection, we noticed that single clamps were used on the hoses connected to the boat’s through-hull fittings and seachest. All lay claim to excellent performance numbers and very few actually perform as advertised. Timing at this year’s Miami boat show prevented us from personally testing the performance of this boat, but the Evinrude techs certainly have - we thank them for these numbers. Taking the Hell’s Bay philosophy to even greater lengths, the Estero is a a bay boat designed to be the ultimate near-shore fishing machine. Engine Yamaha 300 single June 16, 2016. Their Estero™ model, a 24’ (7.32 m) center console, is the largest boat in the lineup. Life Jackets vs. Seat Belts. Powered by an Evinrude G3 300 HP with 210 hours and warranty until 2021! Engine Specs. The 300 horsepower is from a normally aspirated 3.4 L, 74-degree V6 that will rev to 6000 rpm and turn a reduction gear case of 1.85:1. Vinylester resin is also stronger and adheres to other materials better than polyester resin, according to the literature. New member and 1st post.
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