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Skiffs for sale

Skiffs are light, shallow-draft boats that get you into water other boats cannot reach, prized by flats anglers and duck hunters alike. On Buoy List you will find technical poling skiffs and simple utility skiffs from owners who know their home waters. Simple, tough, and easy to trailer, a good skiff is one of the most useful boats you can own.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a used skiff cost?

Simple utility and jon-style skiffs often sell for 3,000 to 12,000 dollars, while purpose-built technical poling skiffs from name brands can run 15,000 to 45,000 dollars or more used. Brand, hull design, and the outboard drive the price, with premium flats skiffs holding value strongly.

What should I check on a used skiff?

Inspect the hull for stress cracks and repairs, check the transom for softness (skiffs take hard use), and run the outboard to temperature with a compression check. Look at the poling platform, trolling motor mount, and any leaning post, and confirm the trailer fits. Because skiffs are simple, a careful hull and engine check tells you most of what you need.

What makes a good flats or poling skiff?

A true poling skiff draws just inches, poles quietly, and floats stealthily in skinny water, which is what flats anglers pay for. Look for a light, well-designed hull, a quiet ride, and a shallow draft matched to your fishing. Simple utility skiffs trade that stealth for versatility and a lower price.

How much motor does a skiff need?

Small technical poling skiffs run happily on 25 to 70 horsepower, keeping them light for skinny water, while larger bay-style skiffs may carry 90 to 150 horsepower for longer runs. Overpowering a light skiff adds weight and draft, which defeats the purpose. Match the motor to the hull's rating and to how far you run before you fish.