Bay Rider Boats

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Bay Rider Boats 50 years of best-in-class craftsmanship Our facility consists of 45,000 square feet of manufacturing space that occupies 5 acres of land.

Bay Rider by KenCraft have been proudly manufactured in Wilson, NC for over 47 years and has been independent and family owned from the beginning and still is today. We take great pride in building the finest in inshore and offshore boats that incorporate the latest materials and workmanship. Each boat is carefully constructed by experienced craftsmen that have been part of the Bay Rider by KenCraft family for many years. Bay Rider by KenCraft offer the best value for the customer because our quality, fit and finish, and functionality is second to no other builder, yet we can offer our product at a reasonable cost that allows the entire family to enjoy boating. Come take a tour of our plant and see how we build our boats to last you a lifetime. Contact one of our many dealers to begin enjoying the water.

Before a Bay Rider leaves our Wilson, NC facility, every inch of its finish gets a final look from someone who cares abo...
10/12/2026

Before a Bay Rider leaves our Wilson, NC facility, every inch of its finish gets a final look from someone who cares about getting it right. We're hiring a Fiberglass Patch & Polish Specialist to join that team. If you've got a sharp eye and take real pride in your work, we'd like to meet you.

Interested? Fill out the application form at https://bayriderboats.com/careers/

Before your Bay Rider ever leaves the factory, it goes through an extensive quality-assurance checklist. We take every i...
10/12/2026

Before your Bay Rider ever leaves the factory, it goes through an extensive quality-assurance checklist. We take every inspection seriously because the details handled here shape every experience you’ll have out on the water.

Take a closer look at the standards behind every Bay Rider.

Creeks at dawn, mangrove channels by midday, and a sandbar with the crew by afternoon. The 2260FS does all of it on 10" ...
10/06/2026

Creeks at dawn, mangrove channels by midday, and a sandbar with the crew by afternoon. The 2260FS does all of it on 10" of draft, with 9 seats, forward seating storage that doubles as fishboxes, and a ride that'll change what you think a flat bottom can do.

Ready to build yours? Visit our site: https://bayriderboats.com/boat-lines/bay-rider-skiff/2260fs-skiff/

10/02/2026

Elevate your view. Elevate your boat. The 269 Bay, shown with the optional second station, combines commanding visibility with the performance, versatility, and standard features you expect from Bay Rider.

Explore the 269 Bay and ask your local dealer about the optional second station.

It’s not every day that a seasoned marine veteran steps aboard to see for himself all the great things he’s been hearing...
09/30/2026

It’s not every day that a seasoned marine veteran steps aboard to see for himself all the great things he’s been hearing about Bay Rider. We were proud to give him a firsthand look at the quality, performance, and craftsmanship behind every ride.

Follow along for more firsthand experiences from the water.

Easy to trailer. Easy to captain. Ready for fishing, exploring, and everything in between. Bay Rider Skiffs make it simp...
09/28/2026

Easy to trailer. Easy to captain. Ready for fishing, exploring, and everything in between. Bay Rider Skiffs make it simple to enjoy the water in more ways. The only question is: Which one is right for you?

Compare our Skiff models and find the one that fits the way you boat: https://bayriderboats.com/boat-lines/bay-rider-skiff/

Bay Riders are built to be experienced, not just admired online. This weekend, see them up close at the Tampa Bay Boat S...
09/25/2026

Bay Riders are built to be experienced, not just admired online. This weekend, see them up close at the Tampa Bay Boat Show. Walk the lineup, explore the details, and find out why every Bay Rider is built to a standard most brands never reach.

Florida State Fairgrounds | September 25-27
10am-5pm | Free Admission

It’s a beautiful thing when a precision-built hull and deck come together in assembly. It’s even better when family, fri...
09/24/2026

It’s a beautiful thing when a precision-built hull and deck come together in assembly. It’s even better when family, friends, rods, and coolers come aboard. Choose your ideal Bay Rider and get out there in style, making memories that last.

Explore the lineup and choose the model built for your crew: https://bayriderboats.com/boat-lines/

Keeping you dry. Performing at the highest level. Looking its best out on the water. Our hull designs bring it all toget...
09/22/2026

Keeping you dry. Performing at the highest level. Looking its best out on the water. Our hull designs bring it all together. Ride in a Bay Rider, and you’ll quickly understand why so many boaters make us their boat of choice.

Visit a Bay Rider dealer and feel the difference from the helm: https://bayriderboats.com/our-locations/

Every Bay Rider coming off our production line is built for a customer who understands the quality, craftsmanship, and a...
09/18/2026

Every Bay Rider coming off our production line is built for a customer who understands the quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that go into it. We produce the vessel. You fill it with unforgettable days on the water.

Find the Bay Rider ready for your next chapter: https://bayriderboats.com/boat-lines/

Address

4155 Dixie Inn Road
Wilson, NC
27893

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 1pm

Telephone

+12522910271

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