We take pride in using the best possible materials on all Scout Boats. This includes premium vinyl on the seats, whale board for holding screws tight, and superior gel coat for an outstanding finish.
One of the most important materials used on a Scout is fiberglass. It might not sound as sexy and appealing as “Italia cushion upholstery,” but when it comes to a great boat, fiberglass is the unsung hero. One of the main alternative boat materials is aluminum. Although this metal has it’s place on aquatic vessels, we strongly believe that fiberglass is a superior choice. Let’s take a quick look at fiberglass and aluminum and you’ll see why we choose this material for our vessels…
THE ADVANTAGES OF FIBERGLASS OVER ALUMINUM
First of all, fiberglass is much stronger and more flexible than aluminum. This allows us to create boats that maintain superior strength throughout decades of use. They can stand up to the abuse of crashing waves and high speeds while giving you the confidence to reach even the most remote fishing holes.
Fiberglass is also more flexible and versatile, which means it can be made into unique shapes and designs that would compromise the structural integrity of aluminum hulls. You can add details to the hull, contour lines to the overall profile, and smooth flowing curves to the boat’s shape. By adding specific details, fiberglass boats can be more stable at high speeds and rough waters. Thanks to fiberglass, we are able to create boats that are true marvels of hydrodynamic design.
SCOUT BOATS USE BETTER FIBERGLASS AND AN ADVANCED BUILD PROCESS
While fiberglass is naturally a superior material over aluminum, at Scout Boats we use only the finest fiberglass products from the best vendors in the industry. The result is a hull that is even stronger and dependable. We use “multidirectional fiberglass,” which is woven from every angle, giving the material a stronger overall profile. Essentially, the fiberglass is not just woven from top to bottom and left to right, but from all different angles.
The build process we use for our boats is also more advanced, and it all starts with our laminate schedule. Every hull is built on a meticulous laminate schedule, which allows our engineers to build the same thickness and consistency every single time. While everything we create is hand-laid, the laminate schedule takes the human element out of the hull-building process and results in boat hulls with variations that are practically non-existent.
It’s also important to note that our fiberglass boats are 100% hand-laid. That’s important because some boats are sprayed into a mold, which brings less strength, with a few layers of hand-laid fiberglass added. While these boats are technically “hand-laid,” they are not 100% hand-laid and are not as strong and reliable as a Scout!
THE RIGHT BOAT FOR FAMILY AND FUN
Whether you want the perfect family boat or a luxury fishing vessel for weekend adventures, you need a Scout. Use our Build Your Scout feature and you’ll be able to create a world-class boat that meets your exact needs.
