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Overview & Performance
The 159 is a technical poling skiff built for efficiency. With a narrow beam and a lightweight hull, it’s incredibly easy to push-pole across a flat, even against a breeze.
Draft: True to its reputation, it can float in 5–7 inches of water (depending on load), allowing you to reach fish that larger boats simply can't.
Ride: While it's a flat-bottomed skiff designed for calm water, the entry is sharp enough to handle a light chop better than most boats in its class.
Hull Design: The "Shadow" series is famous for being stealthy; the hull is designed to minimize "slap" from small waves, so you don't spook the fish before you get within casting range.
Key Features
Clean Deck Layout: The 159 focuses on an open, snag-free casting deck—perfect for fly fishermen or light tackle anglers.
Storage: Typically features under-gunwale rod storage and a forward storage locker for anchors and safety gear.
Construction: Ankona uses a wood-free, composite construction, meaning you don't have to worry about rot in a 2014 model.
The "Why Buy" Factor
In 2014, Ankona was hitting its stride in the "micro-skiff" market. Buying a used 159 today gives you a professional-grade fishing platform that is:
Garage-friendly: Its 15' 9" length fits in almost any standard garage on its trailer.
Fuel Efficient: Often paired with a 20hp to 30hp outboard, you can fish all day on a few gallons of gas.
Easy to Launch: At a dry hull weight of roughly 350–400 lbs, it’s light enough to be launched at "unimproved" ramps or even off the side of a road.
*PRICE INCLUDES $3000 FINANCE REBATE*
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