2026 Chittum Skiffs 21 Laguna Madre

The Chittum Laguna Madre 21 is built using the same premium materials and construction methods as the Islamorada 21, but tuned specifically for Texas waters-and anywhere else demanding true shallow-water performance without compromise. Designed from the ground up as a technical fishing platform, it comes standard with a tunnel hull, jack plate, cavitation plate, taller poling platform, custom prop, and a jack plate switch integrated directly into the shifter. The hull features Chittum's patented design with massive high-volume integrated spray rails, a staggered split chine below the waterline for silent poling, and a radius transom. No sponsons. No gimmicks.

Despite its 21-foot length, this is a boat you can actually pole. Owners and professional anglers who have previously run other major manufacturers' 18-foot tournament-grade skiffs consistently remark that the Laguna Madre 21 poles with similar-and often less-effort. The hull carries its volume efficiently, glides effortlessly, and stays neutral under the pole, making long days on the platform realistic rather than theoretical.

This particular boat is configured with a custom taller console and a proper leaning post, allowing the driver to run from an elevated, commanding position instead of perching on the back deck. The result is better visibility, better ergonomics, and more control when running shallow or navigating pressure situations.

Texas builders offer plenty of boats that will run extremely skinny. What separates the Laguna Madre 21 is that it is virtually invisible to fish. When fishing from the boat-rather than wading-this skiff is a weapon. It produces no detectable pressure wave and exhibits virtually zero hull slap, allowing anglers to close the distance on wary fish and retain the stealth needed for second and even third opportunities after a missed shot. Quiet, efficient, and ruthlessly effective, the Laguna Madre 21 is built for anglers who hunt fish, not just chase water depth.