Our Process

Unmatched Craftsmanship:
Building Boats That Last a Lifetime

Custom Boat Builders in Florida

At Latitude Tournament Fishing Boats | LTB Boatworks, we take immense pride in building fishing boats that stand out in quality, durability, and performance. While much of the industry has shifted toward lighter, thinner laminations to maximize profits, we remain steadfast in our commitment to delivering boats that are built to last. From the raw materials we use to the meticulous craftsmanship behind every layer, an LTB boat is designed to withstand the test of time and the harshest conditions on the water.

Custom Made Fishing Boats

Our process begins with high-quality raw materials, setting the foundation for exceptional results. Unlike companies that source fiberglass from generic resellers, we work exclusively with a fiberglass vendor that manufactures their own materials. This ensures superior quality control and consistency, a critical factor in our industry-leading durability.

Here are the processes and features that make an LTB boat truly unique:

• Hand-Laid Hulls: Every hull is crafted by hand, ensuring precision and strength. We use no foam core material within the lamination schedule for added integrity.
• Enhanced Skin Coat: Our lamination process starts with a 3-ounce skin coat, which is double what many competitors use, providing better durability and crack resistance.
• Transom Strength: The transom features 14 layers of hand-laid fiberglass reinforced with 1.5-inch Coosa core, making it exceptionally robust.

• The foam-cored stringer system is wrapped in over 6 layers of fiberglass, with extended tie-ins for an extra-strong skeletal structure.
• The system integrates seamlessly with the hull, ensuring unmatched rigidity and structural integrity.

• Deck/Liner Lamination: Our deck features areas where the lamination is over 2 inches thick, ensuring durability under heavy use.
• The deck is bonded to the stringer system and fiberglass-tabbed along the hull, creating an indestructible connection.
• Cap Integration: The cap is glassed directly to the hull and liner, not just bolted along the rub rail, creating a seamless and durable structure.

• Fuel Tanks: We use the highest-quality fuel tanks, which are bolted and foamed into a sealed area within the stringer system for safety and longevity.
• Hatches: Laminated with a thick schedule, our hatches are designed for strength and resilience. All hinges are through-bolted for maximum durability.
• Consoles and Leaning Posts: These are glassed to the deck, not screwed in, ensuring they remain secure and sturdy.
• Electronics Integration: Our center consoles are reinforced with 1/2-inch coring, providing a solid foundation for mounting electronics without compromise.