RF-222FB (Flat Bottom) Skiff Hull Kit
RF-222FB – Big sister to the RF-190FB
Our flat bottom skiffs hold a proprietary tunnel that allows the boat to run skinny and stable when turning. This larger version at 222 is as sleek and skinny as the 192. The slot-tunnel features prominent strakes and a pass thru design for directional stability and good manners.
We believe this massive deck and console is the right mix of low draft, roomy comfort, and fishability.
As a result of our engineering of this hull for the 150 jet, it is fast out of the hole and a shallow water fishing machine with attitude.
General Hull Highlights:
All-composite or aluminum hull structure designed by industry leading marine engineers and material specialists.
- Slot tunnel means running shallow with breaking suction
- Large storage volume for fishing or hunting gear
- Standing center console
- 3D engineered hull designed to exceed strength and buoyancy ISO standards for boats over 6 meters
- Precision CNC-cut interlocking hull components
- Positive buoyancy options designed for maximum on the water safety
- ISO rated @ 250hp (Optimized for a 200hp Jet outboard)
- Hull length: 22.2 feet
- Waterline length: TBD
- Hull beam: 8.5 feet
- Draft: 6″ @ 2500 (TBD)
- Max. displacement: 4000 lbs.
- Occupancy: 8
Innovative Flats Hull Design
Massive No-step Deck
Roomy Fishing Versatility With a Race Boat Attitude
Precision Cut Lightweight Composites
RF-222FB Product Info:
Powering Analysis – TBD
Q: Why should I buy a Roosterfish Boat kit instead of retrofitting an older wooden boat?
A: You will spend far less time building our boat kit out than it takes to strip an older hull in preparation for retrofit. You will also likely find in the strip you have wood rot that must be replaced. The transom area is always suspect.
Q: It seems your boats kit is more expensive than others I have seen. Why is this?
A: Our price itself does not tell the full story. Composites are inherently more expensive than plywood because they will not rot, mold, and are bug resistant – a huge bonus is they are also 30% lighter than plywood. However, using composites and precise machining, our boat kits are designed to create strong assemblies as every piece precisely and quickly nests together. Since no fasteners are required as parts are tab glued together, the overall time to the water is greatly reduced and expensive shop manufacturing isn’t paid for as in expensive dealer boats. Bottom line, you save 30%.
Q: How does your after sales support work?
A: We offer 3 levels of support ranging from phone calls and emails to video conferences that walk our builders thru issues and questions. Other wood kit providers will sell plans or pre-cut plywood panels and a minimal set of drawings.
Q: How much of your kit is recycled materials?
A: Great question! Around half of the materials in this great boat are recycled composite cores like PVC and PET. When laminated, they provide higher strength to weight ratios over other wood products.