The Mitzi Skiff 17 Tournament is a highly capable, 16'10" technical poling skiff designed for serious shallow-water anglers. Built on a lightweight, no-wood, all-composite hull, it is known for its incredible draft, dry ride, and "no hull slap" stealth, making it an excellent choice for both tournament fishing and flats angling.Key Specifications & DesignLength / Beam: 16'10" LOA with a 6'5" beam, providing plenty of stability while poling.Hull Weight: Extremely lightweight at just 530 lbs (dry).Draft: Floats in roughly 7 to 8 inches of water when fully loaded with two anglers, gear, and fuel.Deadrise: Modified V-hull with an 11-degree deadrise at the transom, offering a remarkably dry ride in wind chop.Construction: 100% wood-free with molded non-skid decks and foam flotation.Tournament-Specific FeaturesThe Tournament model builds upon the base Mitzi 17 by adding premium, angler-friendly features:Livewells: Features a baitwell console and a dedicated center hatch rear release well to keep catches alive.Fuel Capacity: Upgraded with an integrated, built-in fuel tank for longer runs, replacing the removable tanks on base models.Fishing Layout: Includes walk-around gunwales, six under-gunwale fly rod tubes (accommodating 9.5-foot rods), a console rod rack, and a massive front casting deck.Comfort & Add-ons: Comes with a 3-piece cushion set and exclusive 17 Tournament decals