Daves Custom Boats

What Daves Custom Boats does

DCB Performance Marine, doing business as Daves Custom Boats, is a privately held US manufacturer of high-performance exotic super catamarans with 35+ years of operating history. The company designs, engineers, and handcrafts two product lines — outboard-powered models (M28R, M33R, M35R, M37R, M42R) and sterndrive-powered widebody models (M31, M35, M41, M44, M45) — built on proprietary catamaran hull designs and integrated with components from tier-1 marine partners including Mercury Racing (Platinum Service Center) and Garmin (navigation, sonar, GPS).

Revenue is generated through three streams: one-time sales of custom-built vessels via a direct-to-consumer 'Start Building' engagement process with quote-based pricing not publicly disclosed; factory-direct maintenance, repair, and upgrade services for outboards and sterndrives in the 525–700 and 1100–1550 horsepower ranges; and e-commerce sales of branded accessories and merchandise at shop.dcbperformancemarine.com. Customers are individual high-net-worth boating enthusiasts, competitive racing participants, and luxury watercraft buyers; all sales are direct with no dealer or reseller network for boats.

The company distributes exclusively direct, markets through organic social channels (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) and a calendar of sponsored enthusiast events (DCB Regatta, LOTO Super Cat Fest, 1000 Islands Charity Poker Run), and is operating under new ownership following a recent leadership transition that included relocation to a new shop facility and announcement of a forthcoming flagship M45 widebody model.

Name

Daves Custom Boats

Legal name

DCB Performance Marine

Website

https://dcbperformanceboats.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DCB Performance Marine handcrafts high-performance exotic super catamarans for wealthy enthusiasts and racing participants, selling direct-to-consumer through a custom build process with factory-direct maintenance and branded accessories.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Powerboat Manufacturing

NAICS

Boat Building (336612)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Catamaran (Power & Sail) Manufacturing (IMAJAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Catamaran & Multihull Leisure Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAEAC), Luxury Motor Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAD), Semi-Custom & Series Production Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAEAM)

Keywords

• Custom boat manufacturing
• High-performance catamarans
• Marine vessel engineering
• Sterndrive boat builder
• Outboard powerboats

Headquarters

HQ city

El Cajon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Boat Sales: One-time sales of handcrafted, custom-built super catamarans. Customers work directly with DCB through a custom build process to create their vessel.
2. Maintenance and Repair Services: Factory-direct service including maintenance (outboard, sterndrive 525-700, sterndrive 1100-1550), repairs, and upgrades for DCB boats
3. Accessories and Merchandise: E-commerce sales of DCB-branded accessories including coolers, headwear, outerwear, and merchandise through shop.dcbperformancemarine.com

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

DCB Performance Marine handcrafts custom high-performance exotic super catamarans sold directly to individual buyers under two product lines: outboard-powered models (M42R, M37R, M35R, M33R, M28R) and sterndrive-powered models (M45, M44, M41, M35, M31). Each boat is built to customer specification through a 'Start Building' process, and the company also offers factory-direct maintenance, repair, and upgrade services, plus branded accessories and merchandise through an online shop.

Product overview

DCB Performance Marine is a manufacturer of high-performance exotic super catamarans. The company offers two distinct product lines: Outboard-powered models (M42R, M37R, M35R, M33R, M28R) featuring twin outboard engine configurations, and Sterndrive-powered models (M45, M44, M41, M35, M31) with Mercruiser sterndrive systems. Each boat is handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind custom build combining 35+ years of innovation with precision craftsmanship. The product portfolio spans from the flagship M42R to the entry-level M31, with engine options ranging from twin 500R outboards to 1550 horsepower sterndrive configurations. DCB also provides complementary services including maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and a custom build process for personalized boat creation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• M42R Outboard Super Catamaran

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• AlcantaraminorOthersLuxury performance materials supplier providing high-end upholstery materials for DCB boat interiors.
• Total Dollar InsuranceminorOthersMarine insurance provider partnered with DCB to offer financial protection services for high-performance vessels.
• GarmincoreTechnology or IntegrationMarine technology and navigation solutions provider for DCB boats. Garmin provides GPS, sonar, and navigation systems integrated into DCB vessels.
• CompositeseOneminorOthersComposite materials supplier providing specialized materials for boat construction.
• Myco TrailersminorOthersTrailer manufacturer providing transportation solutions for DCB boats.
• Adrenaline TrailersminorOthersHigh-performance marine trailer solutions provider for exotic boats and super catamarans.
• Patrick IndustriesminorOthersMarine component supplier providing various components for boat manufacturing.
• Virtual ImaginationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarketing and event partner associated with Super Cat Fest and Lake Powell Challenge events.
• Prime Insurance CompanyminorOthersMarine insurance provider offering coverage solutions for DCB boat owners.
• Mercury RacingcoreTechnology or IntegrationMercury Racing is a Platinum Service Center partner providing high-performance outboard motors (250H) and sterndrive engines for DCB boats. DCB is an authorized Mercury Racing service center.
• Evolution TrailerminorOthersTrailer manufacturer providing specialized trailers for DCB boat transportation.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats: Custom and semi-custom high-performance powerboat builder (catamarans and V-bottoms) selling direct to enthusiast buyers. Comparable direct-to-consumer custom build model and product range.
• Outerlimits Offshore Powerboats: Custom high-performance offshore powerboat builder offering bespoke vessels in the same ultra-luxury tier as DCB. Direct comparability in build-to-order custom manufacturing.
• Cigarette Racing Team: Iconic American builder of high-performance offshore powerboats serving the same ultra-affluent enthusiast and racing community as DCB. Comparable in price band, customer demographics, and event-driven marketing approach.
• Mystic Powerboats: Manufacturer of high-performance power catamarans and center consoles competing directly with DCB's M-series in the exotic catamaran segment. Closest comparable by hull type, customer profile, and racing/poker-run event focus.
• Fountain Powerboats: Long-established performance boat manufacturer offering high-end offshore and catamaran models. Comparable customer demographic and high-horsepower propulsion configurations.
• Marine Technology Inc. (MTI): Manufacturer of high-performance catamarans and V-bottom offshore boats in the same luxury price tier as DCB. Direct overlap on catamaran hull designs, Mercury Racing propulsion, and racing-community marketing.
• Skater Powerboats: Custom-built high-performance catamarans and V-bottoms for the racing and luxury enthusiast market. Comparable build process, customer profile, and use of Mercury Racing power.

Broad incumbents

• Formula Boats: Larger, series-production recreational powerboat manufacturer with performance models overlapping DCB's segment but serving a much broader price and customer range through a dealer network.
• Donzi Marine: Established performance powerboat brand (now under SRA Marine) offering high-performance models at price points below DCB's exotic tier. Comparable category, broader distribution model.

Emerging players

• Wright Performance Boats: Smaller emerging custom performance catamaran builder serving the same niche high-end enthusiast market as DCB, with overlapping Mercury Racing power and event-driven sales approach.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/dcbracing

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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