1986 - Engineering development begins on highspeed, displacement cat hull shapes. A series of one-eighth scale, tow tank models are built to develop and, then, refine a new hull shape that runs at high speeds with the express goal of NOT planing. A great deal was learned with the scale models about what shapes performed, which ones didn't, and why.

1987 - Construction begins on a fullscale 22-foot engineering prototype (tongue and cove, cedar strips with fiberglass-epoxy covering). It was constructed alongside Larry Graf's home after hours, weekends and holidays. Engineering prototype is ready for the water after more than 2,000 hours of "after hours" construction.

1988 - Testing of full-scale prototype. After refinements, the 2,200-pound boat ran 22 miles per hour with a single 60 hp outboard. It was tested in the Straits of Juan de Fuca, the Pacific Ocean and the Canadian Gulf Island.

1990 - Introduction of the first tooled production model a Glacier Bay 248 at the Seattle International Boat Show. It was powered by single, 90 hp outboard and included an aft head compartment and a queen size cuddy cabin berth.

1993 - First commercial sportfishing boats developed for Skagway Sportfishing, an Alaska charter operation. Our first enclosed hardtop was powered by twin 115 Yamaha’s with a top speed of 38mph. These fishing boats are still in operation and average more than 10,000 miles per year. Introduced the Glacier Bay 220 Center Console, which included twin, 90 hp engines, top speeds of 38 mph.

1995 - The GB 260 Canyon Runner series is introduced with additional hull refinements for enhanced tracking, stability and heavyload carrying performance. In 1996, this model was the first outboard-powered boat in history to run at speed from Norfolk, Virginia, to Bermuda - 728 miles nonstop - to win Boating's Bermuda Challenge!

1997/98 - We introduced the 2670 Isle Runner Cuddy Cabin. Additional 8,000 sq ft leased, team grows to 55. Completed 1,378-mile, delivery trip in 7- days from Oahu to Midway Island with a 260 Canyon Runner and a 2680 Coastal Runner with one refueling stop at Turn Island.

1999 - The 2680-90 Coastal Runners make their debut and complete two, incredible Alaskan adventures.One was a 2700- mile run up the Pacific Coast to Prince William Sound and then across the Gulf of Alaska to Homer. A second adventure trip ran from Nome across the Bering Strait to Russia-Siberia and back.

2000 - The GB 2640 Renegade is introduced - our first, dual console, family sport-boat. We premier a whole new series of 22-foot boats with three configurations: cuddy, center console and, later a dual console 2240.

2001 - We introduce the 2240 dual console, family sport boat with easily accessible head compartment and extra large swim platform. Sales Zoom!

2003/04 - The 3470 Ocean Runner sedan express cruiser is introduced with an 8,400-mile Grand Americas Trip from Seattle to Portland, Maine. Production team grows to 150. Glacier Bay introduces the next in the yacht series, the 3480 enclosed pilothouse cruiser-sportfisherman, and in August, the 3490 Flybridge version.

2006 - The all new 3065 Canyon Runner joines the fleet with new Quantum hull and amazing blue water fishing features.

2007 - Glacier Bay is recognized globally for innovation and design. New 3070 & 3080 are introduced to expand Glacier Bay's portfolio offering. The NMMA and Boating Writers International (BWI) honor the 3070 Isle Runner with the 2007 Innovation Award and Glacier Bay's 2270 takes home the gold at the Australian Marine Awards, winning top spot in Imported Trailerable Power Boat award.

2008 - A new 234 is introduced to expand Glacier Bay's presence in the large fresh water lakes. The multi-functional product delivers the hallmark exceptional ride and fuel economy.

The new 236 Center Console is introduced at Fort Lauderdale International boat show to expand Glaciers Bay's 23' offering. Glacier Bay's new tournament-caliber 236 Center Console ingenious design incorporates 86 sq. ft of open space to fish the waters of your choice. Live well, fish boxes, rod holders, and other features are incorporated with attention to the functional execution of your fishing. Correct helm ergonomics and twin 12" electronics screen placement allow for reduce fatigue and hours of comfort on the water.