Captain Jack Swedberg who fishes out of Ft Myers and Sanibel, FL is the newest Atlas Boatworks 23F owner. He purchased our 2024 demo boat to use for his company, Jackpot Fishing and Eco Tours.
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Southwest Florida Boat Ramps: Bayview Park – Naples, FL
Bayview Park and boat ramp in Naples, Florida is an access point to some of the most beautiful waters Southwest Florida has to offer.
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Atlas Boatworks 2024 Recap
Join us as we recap all the happenings at Atlas Boatworks in 2024 as we build the Atlas Boatworks 23F flatback-inspired bay boat.
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Boat Ramp Review: Cedar Point Wildlife Ramp
Nestled along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), the NC Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) boat ramp in Cedar Point, NC, is a premier destination for boating and fishing enthusiasts. Providing direct access to the ICW, this public access point opens the door to unparalleled coastal adventures, making it an essential hub for those seeking to explore North Carolina’s waterways. With its proximity to the historic town of Swansboro, the ramp offers a blend of modern convenience and timeless maritime charm.
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Is Power Poles and a Trolling Motor overkill?
Exploring the need for both power poles and a trolling motor on an Atlas Boatworks 23F bay boat.
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Nitpicky Bay Boat Design Elements
Bay Boat Design Elements Here at Atlas Boatworks we build a 23′ flatback-inspired bay boat. Our boats are all custom-built for the owners, so we have the opportunity to talk about boats and all the decisions that go into them a lot. One way we get potential owners to think […]
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Boat Ramp Review: Edgar C. Glenn Boat Ramp – Okatie, SC
Edgar C. Glenn Boat Ramp Nestled in the scenic Lowcountry of South Carolina, the Edgar C. Glenn Boat Ramp is a hidden gem for boaters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Located in Okatie, this well-maintained facility offers easy access to some of the most picturesque waterways in the region. We used […]
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What is a Flatback Bay Boat?
The Flatback Flatback is the nickname given to some of the first center console fishing boats that were produced in the late 1960’s. The nickname came from the almost total lack of deadrise at the back of the boat (Check out our blog post on deadrise here). The bottom was essentially flat at the back, hence […]
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Southwest Florida Boat Ramps: Centennial Park
Sarasota’s Centennial Park Centennial Park is a City of Sarasota park located bay-side in the heart of Sarasota at 1059 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236. The park includes 6 lanes of boat ramps, plentiful parking, and wide-open access to Sarasota Bay and, ultimately, the Gulf of Mexico. It is […]
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Fishy Towns: Bonita Springs, FL
Bonita Springs, FL Bonita Springs, Florida is a small-ish town located between Naples and Fort Myers on the Gulf Coast. Like most towns on the water in Florida, development has pushed forward at a feverish pace for the last several decades. Where there used to be a 15-20 minute drive […]
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