Our Story
Our story is founded in our people. Each with their own individual backgrounds, whether it be surfing, fishing, spearfishing, or diving, our team shares a common love and passion for the ocean. We understand the insatiable pull of the sea and the need to get out there quickly and efficiently when the opportunities present themselves. It has always been a dream to build boats designed to meet our own requirements. The perfect fishing boat. The perfect dive boat. The perfect surf vessel. One of a kind custom boats, designed to navigate our local waters and beyond, equipped with every bell and whistle we can imagine. We are proud to introduce the team that we've assembled to bring this dream to life. Each who plays a crucial role in our operation, allowing us to execute every aspect of production in-house from start to finish. The end result- we can ensure a product that meets exact specifications and exceeds expectations- every time.
The Ringmaster
David Russian
​As a passionate spearfisherman with over 30 years of experience free-diving not only our local waters, but across the globe, David is no stranger to the game. He has spent more than enough time in and on the water to know what he wants out of a boat. As a businessman and entrepreneur, his passion for finding properties with potential and turning them into people's dream homes, led to his success in real estate as a general contractor and builder. This got him thinking...
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"If I can take a raw, beat down property or neglected house, strip it down to it's core and rebuild it into something beautiful and new...why can't I do the same thing with boats? It's the same application, the same business model, just a different product. It cannot fail. My vision is to build the most badass, customized, absolutely dialed fishing machines. That's what we're doing here. Building the best of the best, exactly how we would want them. I want to build the boats I dream about- that we all dream about. No short cuts, no bullshit. Just quality, completely custom boats."
Co-Founder
Marty Smith
A lifelong surfer who lives and breathes the ocean, Marty has spent years riding waves and soaking up sun, he has a genuine love for the surf community and all its vibes. But Marty isn’t just about catching the perfect wave; he also brings a ton of business savvy to the table. He’s built successful teams and businesses over the years, always ready to lend a hand and share his expertise. What really sets Marty apart is his passion for helping customers reach their dreams. He’s all about delivering on his promises and making sure everyone has a great experience. Whether he’s out in the surf or navigating the business world, Marty is all about good times and making things happen!
Operations Manager
Kindra King
Well-versed in fishing machines, Kindra has spent most of the past decade fishing both the local Channel Islands and offshore from Ventura to San Diego. She manages all of our day to day operations at the yard. Her passion and experience in the fishing industry has developed her keen eye for what's most valuable in a boat from the waterman and angler perspective.
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"I was always a fisherman first, the boat was just a means to get out there. But I have a whole new appreciation for what goes into boat-building. We have the most credible, hard-working, collaborative team and it's so rewarding to watch each build come to life."
