Building Your Bay Rider
Bay Rider Boats are built today in our modern 53,000 square foot manufacturing facility by experienced craftsmen using the very best materials currently available. Our hulls are constructed using American manufactured Polynt Premium Gel Coats and Ineos and AOC Resins.
We layer our boats with the finest fiberglass products that include Biaxial and Stitched Combo mats for maximum strength and support. For heavy duty reinforcement throughout our hulls as well as tabbing our composite stringers in the hull, we use 1708 biaxial mats. This very same mat is used to form our proprietary stringers that are an integral part of every Bay Rider we build. In our hull bottoms we use the high strength 3610 Combo mat to ensure your hull will withstand years of use with no structural issues. In our hull sides we use Coremat® to provide stiffness and prevent print through on the high gloss gel coats we spray in our molds.
Once the Bay Rider hull is built and allowed to cure in the mold for that perfect shape, it passes to our Pre Rig building where all internal systems are rigged and installed such as fuel tanks, hoses, pumps, and all Bronze plumbing (thru hulls and ball valves) along with all 316 stainless hardware throughout the boat. Our fuel tanks are not completely foamed in place like some manufacturers which is important because there is no closed compartment to hold water next to the aluminum tank and possibly cause rust to form. We mechanically fasten the tank to the stringers with Stainless steel hardware and foam around the tank leaving drain channels around the tank to maintain positive drain. This method takes more time and costs more, but not having to worry about your fuel tank in the future is worth the effort.
We do foam the backsides of all of our fish boxes and storage boxes on every hull. This helps keep the drinks and the fish cold on those summer days. We even back gel any exposed foam in our hulls with white gel coat. Going that extra step is what we do at Bay Rider.
Flat Bottom and Bay Boat Lines
- The Flat Bottom boats feature four stringers and three ribs on the bottom, providing a better ride compared to competitors, offering the turning ability of a V-bottom boat without the sliding.
- The Bay Boat line is built for inshore and nearshore fishing, offering a smooth, dry ride in most conditions.
- The Offshore Carolina Flared hulls help deflect spray and keep you dry while underway.
Materials & Construction
- American-sourced Premier Gel Coats and Resins, top-tier brands used by all premium builders.
- American-sourced Owens Corning solid fiberglass hulls for strength and durability.
- Poly-Bond B39 bonding adhesives and Plexus Methacrylate for extra toughness.
- Anodized aluminum metalwork with in-house fabrication, including robust schedule 80 2-inch diameter pipes for T-Tops and leaning posts.
- Epoxy coated fuel tanks built with American-sourced aluminum.
Warranty & Durability
- A 10-year structural hull warranty that’s transferable.
Stringer Grid System
Unique composite stringer grid system made in-house with a proprietary molding process.
Larger-than-usual stringers with waterproof coast guard approved foam for added flotation, ensuring strength and longevity.
No wood in the construction, reducing the risk of rot and offering a safer, longer-lasting hull.
Electrical System
Marine electrical systems with heat-shrink sealed connections for long-term sustainability.
Neat, labeled wiring for easy use and maintenance.
ABYC approved 12v systems with redundant backup for confidence in all situations.
Digital switching used throughout model line.
Waterline Features
- Bronze thru-hulls with ball valve shut-offs and double-clamped hose connections to ensure safety and prevent leaks, adhering to ABYC recommendations.
Build Your Bay Rider
Our facility spans over 53,000 square feet of state-of-the-art manufacturing space, situated on 5 acres of land. We invite you to schedule a tour and witness firsthand the craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into building boats designed to last a lifetime. To begin your boating adventure, click the button below to build your dream Bay Rider, or reach out to one of our authorized dealers.