2004 Carolina skiff 1655 dlx

What stands out on this 1655 DLX is how clean and open the working space feels for a compact skiff. The side-console layout gives you a clear path from bow to stern, making it easy to work lines, throw a cast net, or chase a fish around the boat without tripping over gear. The hull’s broad footprint gives a stable, level feel at rest, so you can stand and cast with confidence. Low freeboard keeps your reach to the water short for landing fish or setting a crab trap, yet the raised bow platform still gives a high vantage point for sight-casting and scouting shoreline structure.

A 16-foot Carolina Skiff like this shines in shallow creeks, winding backwaters, and nearshore bays where bigger boats struggle. The simple, tough hull handles beaching on sandbars, bumping into oyster edges, and loading on less-than-perfect ramps without complaint. Light weight and modest horsepower mean you’ll sip fuel while still jumping on plane quickly between spots. The open, uncluttered layout is ideal for mixing fishing with family sandbar days or sunset cruises along protected shorelines. Easy to tow, easy to store, and simple to maintain, this 1655 DLX is a practical, no-nonsense choice for everyday boating in these waters.