Category: Before and After Boats

27′ Contender SeaDek Cockpit Kit

It seems in these economic times many people are choosing to buy used boats instead of new boats.  The only problem with buying used is sometimes these boats need a little TLC.  A recent customer bought a 27′ Contender and decided he was going to fix her up.  The non-skid had essentially worn off on the entire cockpit of the boat so he gave me a call.  SeaDek provides great traction and is an excellent option instead of reapplying new non-skid.  Not only do you not have to worry about slipping, but it also makes a long day on the water much more comfortable and enjoyable due to the cushion of the SeaDek.  As you can see from the before and after pictures, the boat looks like a new boat once the installation was finished up.  If you would like to deck out your Contender, or any boat for that matter feel free to contact me at 321-537-2039 or email me at tyler@castawaycustoms.com.

Front cockpit of a 27 Contender with the non-skid worn off

The front area of the floor looked brand new after the SeaDek

A used and abused cockpit

A new comfortable safe cockpit for fishing

Another view showing the detail of the custom SeaDek

A crows nest pad to provide some cushion and traction

Custom SeaDek on Ranger Banshee Extreme

I got a call the other day from Travis Tucker who runs a Ranger Banshee Extreme and fishes many redfish tournaments.  Travis had seen my custom SeaDek work on another boat and knew that is what he wanted on his boat.  We organized a time a place and place to meet up so I could scan the boat to make sure everything fit perfectly.  We completely covered the boat from the cockpit and decks to the poling platform and Yeti Cooler.  He will now have an easier time sneaking up on those spooky redfish in tournaments and also be nice and comfortable after a long day on the water.  Here are a few before and after shots, that really emphasize the difference that custom SeaDek can make to your skiff.  If you are interested in decking out your boat, big or small, give me shout at 321-537-2039 or shoot me an email at tyler@castawaycustoms.com.

This is a before shot of the front deck

This is an after shot of the front deck. The Ranger logo and ruler stick really set it off.

This is a before shot of the cockpit of the boat.

This is an after shot of the cockpit. We changed out the stock side gunnel pads to match the rest of the boat.

Before SeaDek on the Yeti Cooler and rear deck

After adding SeaDek to the Yeti Cooler and rear deck

Inshore Power Boat Hunting Edition

I got a call from one of the owners of Inshore Power Boats, simply referred to as IPB.  He was going to build a duck hunting boat and wanted to use our camo SeaDek to deck out the boat.  The nice thing about an IPB is the many different options and ways to build it out.  You basically have a blank canvas and if you have an idea, they can make it happen.  This boat is just an example of what they can do.  They added KC headlamps, gun box, poling platform, mud motor, custom grab bar, and of course the army camo SeaDek with custom duck logos to top it off.  Check out a few of the pics of the SeaDek before the boat was fully rigged out and a picture of the boat rigged out, dog not included.  If you are interested in having Castaway Customs deck out your hunting boat, IPB, or any boat for that matter, give us a call at 321-537-2039 or shoot me an email at tyler@castawaycustoms.com.

The IPB ready to hunt

The IPB before Camo SeaDek

The IPB after Camo SeaDek

Castaway Customs puts that custom touch on your boat

Carpet replacement for your boat or skiff

Whoever invented carpet surely did not intend it to be used on boats.  Carpet always finds a way to get moldy, dirty, filthy, and a whole other slew of adjectives which aren’t appealing.  SeaDek is a great application for replacing old worn out carpet.  SeaDek is a closed cell EVA foam so you wont have to worry about water absorption, mold, or mildew.  The only advantage of carpet over SeaDek is the ability to bend and conform around corners and edges.  Whether you are looking to replace the carpet on the undergunnel of a fishing boat or the carpet in the cabin of a boat we can take care of you.  I deal with many customers who just remove and mail the old pieces of carpet so I can scan and create templates to cut their new SeaDek pads.  We are also mobile and can come to you to scan an area on your boat if the carpet is to deteriorated to be removed in one piece.  Contact us if you have any questions at tyler@castawaycustoms.com or give us a call at 321-537-2039.

Old stained and mildewed carpet

Faux teak carpet replacement

Maverick 18 HPX-V carpet replacement