Duckworth boats are all-welded, heavy-gauge aluminum fishing boats from a Northwest builder, and the models worth comparing in Oregon run from the 20' Advantage up to the 34' Atlas. Y Marina in Coos Bay is an authorized Duckworth dealer, so the buying steps below come from how the dealership handles stock, special orders, Yamaha power and rigging.
Where Duckworth Comes From
Y Marina's own listings describe Duckworth as a Northwest manufacturer known for premium construction and fit and finish in all-welded, heavy-gauge aluminum hulls. We are not going to dress up a founding date we cannot source. For a buyer on this coast, the useful history is the build approach: welded seams, thick plate and hull shapes made for chop. If you are still deciding between aluminum builders, the guide to choosing aluminum fishing boats in Coos Bay covers the wider comparison, including other brands the dealership sells.
Which Duckworth Models Fit South Coast Fishing
The table lists the Duckworth packages currently described on Y Marina's site. The fit column is a way to think about each hull, not a promise about any particular trip. Listings change as stock sells and new model years arrive, so confirm what is current before you plan around one.
| Model | What the listing states | Where it tends to fit |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 20' Advantage | 22'10" overall with the bracket, 7'9.5" beam, 34" sides, 1,785 lbs dry weight, rated to 200 HP, 42-gallon fuel system | Bay and river days, plus runs beyond the bar when you choose your weather carefully |
| 2026 20' Advantage Classic | Daytona Metallic Blue, rigged with a Yamaha F150XD and a Yamaha T9.9XPB kicker | Trolling days where a kicker matters, such as salmon in the bay |
| 2026 20' Discovery | Aluminum fishing boat with Yamaha F150XD power as a loaded package | A versatile first Duckworth for anglers who mix bay and river fishing |
| 2027 26' Pacific Pro | Built on the legacy of the 22 and 24 Pacific Pro models | A step up in size for longer offshore days with more crew and gear |
| 2027 34' Atlas | Listed as a special order, the largest offshore Duckworth | Serious offshore fishing such as halibut and albacore, ordered to your spec |
Bay and River Fishing
Coos Bay, the Coos, Millicoma and Coquille rivers and the stretches around North Bend reward a boat that is easy to launch, easy to tow and comfortable at trolling speed. That is the case for the 20-foot class. The Advantage lists higher freeboard sides that add security for kids and pets, and the Classic arrives with a kicker already matched to the main engine, which is the setup many trollers want.
Offshore Fishing Beyond the Bar
If you are shopping for offshore fishing boats or saltwater fishing boats for rockfish, lingcod, halibut or albacore, the trade-offs are weight, fuel and ramp logistics against margin and space. A longer hull carries more fuel and people, but it asks more of your tow vehicle and trailer. The Advantage pairs an extended bottom with Duckworth's Pacific Offshore Bracket, while the 26 Pacific Pro and 34 Atlas move into bigger-water territory. Decide the farthest run and the largest crew you will realistically take, then size up from there.
How Buying a Duckworth Works at Y Marina
- Pick stock or special order. In-stock packages can be seen at the Coos Bay showroom. Special-order and incoming builds can be held, with Yamaha power chosen before the boat arrives.
- Choose the power. Y Marina sells new Yamaha four-stroke outboards, including kicker motors and repower engines. Check the maximum horsepower rating for the hull before you settle on a main engine.
- Plan the electronics. Chartplotters, sonar and lighting are installed to NMEA 2000 and ABYC standards, with one-on-one planning for unit placement.
- Get it dialed in. The Delivery Captain calibrates the systems on the water, and each customer is offered a day on the water to learn them.
- Line up the money. Financing runs through local and national lenders and covers boats, engines, repowers and accessories.
For the money step, the boat financing department explains the options, and you can get pre-qualified before you commit to a hull. Knowing your budget first keeps the special-order conversation realistic.
Questions to Ask Before You Order
- What is the rated maximum horsepower, and which engine does the package use?
- What does the trailer package include, and is it matched to the boat's weight?
- Where will the transducer and chartplotter go on this hull?
- If it is a special order, what can be held and what stays open until the boat arrives?
- What seasonal service will the boat need, and does it fall inside the dealership's model and age limits?
Why buy from a dealer at all? Y Marina has been a Yamaha Best in Class dealer since 2008 and was named a Boating Industry Top 100 Dealer for 2020–2024. It is certified to NMEA and ABYC standards, and its technicians are factory-certified. When the boat needs work later, the same shop handles it, and the boat repair process in North Bend shows how a job moves through. You can see the showroom and hours on the Coos Bay dealership page.
Duckworth FAQ
Are Duckworth boats good for fishing off Coos Bay?
They are built as heavy-gauge, all-welded aluminum fishing boats, and the larger models are described as offshore-capable. Whether a given hull suits your trip depends on size, load and conditions, so match the model to your hardest realistic day rather than your average one.
Can I special-order a Duckworth in Coos Bay?
Yes. Y Marina offers special-order and incoming builds with holds and custom Yamaha power choices before the boat arrives. The 34' Atlas is listed as a special-order opportunity.
Does Y Marina sell used Duckworth boats?
The dealership sells pre-owned boat packages, used outboards and trailers, including ready-to-fish rigs. Current pre-owned inventory varies, so ask what is on the floor.
Is the veterans discount available on a Duckworth?
Active military, veterans and first responders can take $500 off a new boat package of at least $5,000. The discount does not apply to brokerage boats, so a pre-owned package is not eligible.
Who sets up the electronics on a new Duckworth?
Y Marina's rigging technician, certified in NMEA 2000, ABYC and Yamaha Helm Master EX, plans placement with you. The 20 Advantage lists transducer brackets as standard hull hardware, so that placement talk is best held before the boat is finished.
