Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
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Buck C
David "swampy" L
Scott Salzer
mtessar
Ryan McGinty
Craig F
Russell Vrhovac
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Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
Anyone on the forum have experience with the MLB Sneak Boxes? I was looking at the Chuck Huff or Zack Taylor boats and they look nice but there isn't much info on the website. Thoughts???
Russell Vrhovac- Regular Gunner
- Posts : 144
Join date : 2012-01-11
Location : Chesapeake, VA
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
If you want the chuck huff, save some cash and just find a higbee in good shape. It's the same boat, just stretched a bit with a very large cockpit.
Craig F- Regular Gunner
- Posts : 57
Join date : 2011-12-11
Location : Monmouth County
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
I actually have 2 higbees for sale if your intrested. the one has the 2 man hatch so it is alittle more stretched out and that boat has never even been painted you can still the grid pattern on it from the mold.
Ryan McGinty- Regular Gunner
- Posts : 58
Join date : 2012-01-31
For Sale
Ryan,
I would have to sell my current boat first which is a homebuilt (not by me) cedar over mahogany ribs SneakBox first in order to liberate the appropiate funds. What is your opinion of the Higbees? I like my boat but was starting to consider something lighter in fiberglass. I have considered too getting a tandem trailer for two boxes so i don't have to hunt alone. I know someguys like the wood boats, as do I too but sometimes the weight is an issue. Do you know the approx weight of the Higbees, max HP and other information.
I would have to sell my current boat first which is a homebuilt (not by me) cedar over mahogany ribs SneakBox first in order to liberate the appropiate funds. What is your opinion of the Higbees? I like my boat but was starting to consider something lighter in fiberglass. I have considered too getting a tandem trailer for two boxes so i don't have to hunt alone. I know someguys like the wood boats, as do I too but sometimes the weight is an issue. Do you know the approx weight of the Higbees, max HP and other information.
Ryan McGinty wrote:I actually have 2 higbees for sale if your intrested. the one has the 2 man hatch so it is alittle more stretched out and that boat has never even been painted you can still the grid pattern on it from the mold.
Russell Vrhovac- Regular Gunner
- Posts : 144
Join date : 2012-01-11
Location : Chesapeake, VA
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
me and my brother both have them and really like them. the only reason we are talking about selling is because we are always hunting with more guys. the max horse i beleive is 15 i run a 15 honda 4 stroke on mine. not sure about the top speed but they move pretty good. i have always felt very safe in mine even when it gets ugly out. i know alot of guys perfer the wood boats because there more stable but i have never been in one so i cant really compare. if it helps any my higbee with me a my dog run dead even with a 15' john boat with a 25 hp with a guy and dog. if your ever in the south jersey area your more than welcome to take one for a run somewhere i am always up for getting out on the water.
Ryan McGinty- Regular Gunner
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Join date : 2012-01-31
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
How much are you selling them for?
Ryan McGinty wrote:I actually have 2 higbees for sale if your intrested. the one has the 2 man hatch so it is alittle more stretched out and that boat has never even been painted you can still the grid pattern on it from the mold.
mtessar- FNG
- Posts : 9
Join date : 2012-02-17
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
I have a Huff and like it. Mine is newer. The older ones flex alot from what I've been told. Mine has the diab foam glassed into the floor.
Scott Salzer- Regular Gunner
- Posts : 90
Join date : 2011-12-12
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
mine has a 15 hp 2001 honda electric start ready to hunt for 3,200 and my brother has the one with a 84 15 hp johnson for 2,200
Ryan McGinty- Regular Gunner
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Join date : 2012-01-31
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
Save your money and buy something proven! Lot of issues! I can put you in touch with 2 folks that have MLB HUFF's and HATE THEM. One Guy in NH has glas cracking and MAJOR hull flexing and the boat is only 2 years old and kept GARAGED!
Also bad reports on the new ownership......MUCH MUCH Better Box's out there!
Also bad reports on the new ownership......MUCH MUCH Better Box's out there!
David "swampy" L- Moderator
- Posts : 162
Join date : 2011-12-11
Location : Central Jersey
Thanks for the replies.
I am definately getting mixed reviews on the MLB Boats. I am sure that they are fine boats and as with any boat manufacturer they will have their pros and cons. I will probably keep my wood box for the time being. I have had no real issues with it to speak of and I am definately better with wood repairs than with fiberglass repairs. The thing I really like about the glass boats are the lighter weight and lower maintenance. I also like the smaller lighter ones as I was comtemplating in the future of getting a tandem trailer to put two of them on. Maybe I will just build two smaller ones later. Twice the fun! Thanks for all the comments guys, they are very helpful.
David "swampy" L wrote:Save your money and buy something proven! Lot of issues! I can put you in touch with 2 folks that have MLB HUFF's and HATE THEM. One Guy in NH has glas cracking and MAJOR hull flexing and the boat is only 2 years old and kept GARAGED!
Also bad reports on the new ownership......MUCH MUCH Better Box's out there!
Russell Vrhovac- Regular Gunner
- Posts : 144
Join date : 2012-01-11
Location : Chesapeake, VA
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
As others have said. Look for a Higbee. I have 2 MLB layouts, both are good boats but I bought a Higbee when one came along.
Buck C- FNG
- Posts : 4
Join date : 2012-01-30
My MLB Huff Box
I have the 8th Huff box made by MLB. I think it's a great boat. Wide open hammering waves with my 9.5 and not an issue. I'm estimating 15-20 mph (haven't GPS'd it yet).
nybrowndawg- FNG
- Posts : 2
Join date : 2012-08-21
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
Russell Vrhovac wrote:I was comtemplating in the future of getting a tandem trailer to put two of them on.
That's why we've built a few 2 man boxes. Same basic design, just wider. Super stable and really low drafting.
Kevin Stupp- Regular Gunner
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Join date : 2011-12-11
Location : Millville, NJ
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
Kevin, do you have a picture of how the blind works right in front of the gunner? I like that idea, just curious how it is held upright.
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Davey Welsh wrote:Kevin, do you have a picture of how the blind works right in front of the gunner? I like that idea, just curious how it is held upright.
Davey, I'll see if I can find a picture. Not sure if I have any of the blind on the inside.
Basically it's a 1/2" conduit bow that sit into a loose 2 hole hanger on each side of the cockpit. From there to the transom is a canvas with grass that snaps in place. From the bow up is plastic bristles (from a shop broom) that are sandwich between 2 strips of 1/4" luan. That is attach to a 3/8" copper bow. I use that so it bends a little to make small adjustments. That bow can be atttached to shoot through the bristles or hinged to flip down.
Kevin Stupp- Regular Gunner
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Join date : 2011-12-11
Location : Millville, NJ
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
i have had one for 3 seasons. it is 14" and i run 25 Yamaha on it. it is fast! its faster then the Roy boats. i got a chance to run 3 this summer 2 12' with 25s and 14' with a 40 all Yamaha. some were quick but not as quick as the huff. the Roy boats are great boats and ride a lot smoother then the huff because of the deep v. but they also draft a lot more. and the huff also hides easy in low grass. James is delivering my brother one in September. it runs great with a 15 also.
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OTTO BRAUN- Amatuer Gunner
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Join date : 2012-06-12
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
Wow, I can't believe you run a 25 on yours Otto. I run a 15 Yamaha and the thing hauls a$$.
Scott Salzer- Regular Gunner
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Join date : 2011-12-12
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
I know guys that run 25s on 11' Schellinger Low Boxes. They tell me they can hit 40mph. You don't have to run it wide open though.
Kevin Stupp- Regular Gunner
- Posts : 57
Join date : 2011-12-11
Location : Millville, NJ
Huff box with a 25
I have a picture of Jamie running the prototype with a 25 on it and it was planing and haulin A**. How do you have the front lights mounted? right to the racks?
nybrowndawg- FNG
- Posts : 2
Join date : 2012-08-21
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
i machined a bracket out of aluminum and plated the other side of the hull with a 1/4" stainless steel plate.
OTTO BRAUN- Amatuer Gunner
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Join date : 2012-06-12
Re: Mighty Layout Boys Sneak Boxes
I'd be scared $hitless at 40 mph!
Scott Salzer- Regular Gunner
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Join date : 2011-12-12
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