{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"021 - Assegai - The Story Behind Australia's Legendary Custom Game Boats w\/ Barry & Craig Martin","description":" The Rising Tidecast is back for season 2 with a fresh new episode! Barry and Craig Martin, the father-son duo behind Assegai Marine, are currently building their biggest game boat yet, a 61-footer with 3,100 horsepower for Morris Nautical. They unpack what it really takes to build a reputation that sells premium boats before they are finished. They share how skipper feedback drives every design decision, why they prioritize seaworthiness and serviceability over flashy specs, and what most buyers misunderstand about custom builds: time, cost variability, and the difference between building to a standard vs building to a price. The conversation touches on how functional craftsmanship becomes a story customers repeat, how one-off builds create scarcity and long-term value, and why trust is the true product when the build model relies on owner commitment and transparent costs, why they still hand-lay every square inch of fiberglass, and what it's like to work as a father and son who genuinely enjoy showing up to the shed together every day.   Connect With Steve Govel Website | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube | LinkedIn   Connect with Assegai Marine Website | Instagram (Craig Martin) | Facebook   Takeaways Passion for your craft never fades. Barry loved boat building at 15 and still loves it now. The best design improvements come from listening to the people who use the boats, not from a drawing board. Building to a standard rather than a price requires trust between the builder and the owner. Epoxy resin and western red cedar construction creates superior strength and longevity over traditional polyester builds. Every Assegai is a true one-off. The hull that comes out of the female construction case will never be made again. Working with good people matters as much as building a good boat. The owner-builder model removes the financial stress that can compromise quality.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Barry and Craig Martin and Assegai Marine 01:13 Barry's Entry into Boat Building and Early Influences 02:19 Growing Up with a Love for Boats and Water 03:30 The Origin of the Assegai Marine Brand 04:49 Early Boat Sizes and Notable Projects 06:12 What Makes Assegai Boats Unique 06:42 Design Philosophy and Craftsmanship Details 07:49 Innovative Features and Building Techniques 09:18 Team and Build Process Insights 09:40 Build Duration and Project Management 10:35 Advantages of Timber Construction Over Fiberglass 11:40 Performance and Stability of Assegai Boats 12:35 Reputation in Sport Fishing and Tournaments 13:18 Father-Son Collaboration and Future Projects 14:47 The Meaning Behind the Name Assegai 15:17 Legacy and How They Want to Be Remembered 16:00 Memorable Builds and Challenges Overcome 17:16 Quality Control and High Standards 18:37 Design Evolution and Feedback Incorporation 19:41 Technical Innovations and Practical Features 21:04 Passion for Water and Fishing Adventures 21:45 Special Relationships with Clients and Owners 22:47 Favorite and Challenging Builds 24:02 Performance Upgrades and Trip Highlights 26:09 Common Misconceptions About Custom Boat Building 26:49 Future of Assegai Marine and Innovation 33:25 The Importance of Quality and Craftsmanship 34:13 The Origin of the Name Assegai 35:47 Legacy and Long-Term Vision for Assegai 36:49 Reflections on Challenges and Owner Relationships 38:09 The Passion for Building and Water Adventures 40:57 The Future of Marine Innovation and Design ","author_name":"The Rising Tidecast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.risingtidefilm.com\/rising-tidecast","html":"