Badfish XL
Twenty-One Feet of Inshore Versatility
More than a year in the making, the new Badfish XL offers the same versatility, efficiency, shallow draft, and rough water capabilities as the original Badfish but in a larger 21-foot package ideal for longer runs, bigger water, and heavier loads.
The XL also shares the 18 Inshore’s unique hybrid layout with an expansive raised casting deck forward and an open cockpit aft. The standard fiberglass seating pod with backrest can serve as a livewell or dry storage compartment. A stand-up console and aluminum leaning post are also available.
Unlike many skiffs in her class, the Badfish XL boasts true self-bailing capabilities with direct drainage through transom scuppers. Three-piece construction allows for wide, walkable gunwales with plenty of rod storage and toe-room underneath, while a graceful Carolina flare and integrated spray rails direct water down and away in chop.
Ultra-lightweight, resin-infused composite construction produces a skiff that weighs in at under 1,500 lbs. rigged, contributing to the XL’s unmatched efficiency. Powered with the new sub-400 lb. Tohatsu MFS150, she tops out in the high 40s and cruises at approximately 7 mpg. With three adults and a fishing load, static draft of 7 – 10”.
Preliminary Specs
21'0"
LENGTH
09˚
DEADRISE
20 – 30G
FUEL CAPACITY
96"
BEAM (at flare)
1,500LBS
EST. RIGGED WEIGHT (w/ 150hp)
90 – 200HP
RECOMMENDED POWER
$69,000
WATER-READY W/ TOHATSU 115HP + TRAILER
A Different Kind of Big Skiff
Unlike other 21-foot skiffs built around 200 to 350 hp outboards weighing upwards of 500 lbs., the Badfish XL was designed from scratch to perform with lightweight inline four-cylinder outboards from 90 to 200 hp — especially Tohatsu’s lightest-in-class MFS150A. In exchange for extreme top-end speeds, she offers unparalleled fuel efficiency and a 7 – 10” draft while still reaching the upper 40s at WOT with 150 hp. For most inshore anglers, that’s a good tradeoff.
Open Cockpit + Huge Casting Deck
The Badfish XL’s massive, flush casting deck forward easily accommodates two anglers for casting on the flats, while the open cockpit aft is well-suited for anchored or spot-locked bait fishing or even nearshore trolling. The short rear deck provides convenient storage underneath for buckets, cast nets, etc. as well as a mounting location for an optional poling platform.
Helm Station Choices
The Badfish XL comes standard with a fiberglass helm seating pod and flats boat-style console for driving either seated or standing but is also available with a taller bay boat-style console and aluminum leaning post for stand-up driving. The standard pod can be configured with a livewell or dry storage. T-tops are also available.
Badfish XL Gallery
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Although we offer a water-ready, boat, motor, and trailer package with a simple out-the-door price, the Badfish XL is a semi-custom, built-to-order skiff. Because Davis Custom Boatworks has extensive experience in rigging, restoration, and repairs on everything skiffs to sportfishers, we can do essentially anything you want, from high-end audio and electronics to poling and casting platforms to hanging your power of choice. If you don’t see something on the upgrades list below, just give us a call.
Standards + Options
Turn-Key BMT Package
100% composite construction
Choice of gelcoat color
Standard center console
Helm station box seat with backrest and cushion
Large dry storage under forward deck
Front deck access steps
Engel cooler seat with cushion set and tiedown kit
Standard rigging package
Heavy duty rub rail
Hydraulic steering
Stainless steel 3-spoke wheel
800 GPH automatic bilge pump
20 gal. fuel tank
Fuel filter/water separator
Through-hull fittings
316 stainless steel deck hardware
Console access door
Standard electrical package
Marine starting battery
Battery switch
Waterproof switch panel
Fuse panel
Busbars
Power posts
Navigation lights
Anchor light
Marine-grade tinned wire and heat-shrink terminals throughout
Tohatsu 115hp four-stroke
Premium custom-fit trailer
Popular Upgrades
Hull + Deck
Rear casting deck
Aluminum leaning post
Console upgrades
T-top
Bimini top
Windshield
Forward seating
Aft deck backrest(s)
Swim platform w/ ladder
SeaDek/AquaTraction
Cup holders, rod holders, grab bars
Electronics + Audio
Wet Sounds stereo system
Under-gunwale courtesy lights
Garmin 94sv chartplotter/fishfinder w/ transducer and NMEA 2000 link to engine gauges
Electrical + Mechanical
Engine upgrade (all brands available)
Hydraulic jackplate
30 gal. fuel tank
On-board battery charger
Tilt helm
Zipwake trim tabs
Power-Pole shallow water anchor
Raw water system
Freshwater system
Underwater lighting
Under-gunwale courtesy lights
Fishing
Livewell plumbing
Minn Kota 24V trolling motor system with Power Pux
Poling platform
Push pole w/ push pole holders