2024 Spyder Boats Flicker FX17: Technical Shallow-Water Poling Skiff

Engineered specifically for flats fishermen who stalk wary gamefish in skinny water, the 2024 Spyder Boats Flicker FX17 is a feature-packed technical poling skiff that punches far above its weight class. Combining lightweight agility with big-boat amenities, the FX17 glides silently across shallow flats, mangrove shorelines, and backwater marshlands without pushing a heavy wave.

Constructed using hand-laid bi-axial fiberglass and high-density foam, the FX17 Flicker boasts a 100% no-wood composite design supported by an advanced fiberglass stringer system. With a whisper-quiet hull, an ultra-shallow 7-inch draft, and an integrated poling platform, this 17-footer offers effortless tracking under pole power and rock-solid stability when casting from the bow.

KEY SPECIFICATIONS
* Length Overall (LOA): 17 ft 1 in
* Beam: 77 in (6 ft 5 in)
* Draft (Approx.): 7 in
* Deadrise at Transom: 10°
* Approx. Dry Weight: 890 lbs
* Fuel Capacity: 17 gal
* Max Horsepower: 90 HP
* Person Capacity: 3 Passengers
* Transom Height: 20 in

STANDARD FEATURES OVERVIEW
Hull & Construction
* No-Wood All-Composite Construction: High-density foam-filled fiberglass hull and stringer system with a 10-year limited hull warranty.
* Ultra-Shallow Draft Design: Engineered with a 10-degree deadrise to drift in as little as 7 inches of water.
* Self-Bailing Cockpit: Includes automated 800 GPH bilge pump, high-speed livewell pickup, and stainless steel thru-hull fittings.
* Diamond Non-Skid Decks: Yacht-finished non-skid flooring across all casting decks and walking surfaces.

Poling & Angling Features
* Factory Poling Platform: Heavy-duty aluminum poling platform with integrated rod holders and a recessed push pole holder.
* Forward Casting Deck with Molded Toe Rail: Designed to help anglers keep foot placement secure while preventing loose fly lines from blowing off the deck.
* Multi-Livewell System: Includes an aerated center-rear livewell and an aerated console-front insulated well.
* Extensive Rod Storage: Integrated under-gunwale rod storage racks, console-mounted rod holders, and poling platform rod mounts.

Helm, Steering & Hardware
* Hydraulic Steering & Jack Plate: Standard BayStar hydraulic steering paired with a 4-inch set-back jack plate and trim tabs with LED control.
* Console Controls: Stainless steel wheel with power knob, digital engine gauges, and 7-gang LED-illuminated rocker switch panel.
* Trolling Motor Ready: Pre-wired forward deck plug and dedicated trolling motor battery tray.
* Stainless Hardware Package: Flush-mount stainless steel cleats (5), stainless steel rub rail, and bow anchor locker. Engine Horsepower: 60 bhp; 44.8 kW Length Overall: 205 in. (5200 mm) Beam: 77 in. (2 m) Draft: 7 Drive Down; 177.8 Drive Down Dry Weight: 890 lb. (403.7 kg.) Max Person Capacity: 3 Fuel Capacity: 17 gal. (64.4 L) Max Carry Load: 971 lb. (440.4 kg.)