This year's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show was packed with new boats. Take a closer look at the features and specs of just some of what was on display.
The extended forward console seat includes back- and armrests for comfortable lounging, plus generous storage inside.Alex Suescun
The console seat also features a huge storage compartment underneath.Alex Suescun
The roomy helm has lots of real estate for electronics, including dual 12-inch MFDs.Alex Suescun
The helm-seating module incorporates a tackle storage and bait prep station in back.Alex Suescun
A Yamaha 425 XTO mounted on a hydraulic jack plate lets the 26-foot Sportsman take off and fly across shallow bays.Alex Suescun
Boston Whaler 325 Conquest
LOA: 32'3" | Beam: 10'8" | Draft (hull only): 26" | Weight (dry, no engines): 10,500 lbs. | Maximum Weight Capacity: 4,300 lbs. | Maximum Horsepower: 800 HPAlex Suescun
Helm space isn’t hindered by the dual-console setup. It features a large MFD, outboard monitoring display, stereo, dual switch panels, A/C vents, and more.Alex Suescun
The portside lounge is equipped with a hidden table that converts to multiple positions.Alex Suescun
The bar and food-prep center makes entertaining a breeze.Alex Suescun
A swim platform extends abaft the transom, and incorporates a retractable boarding ladder to starboard.Alex Suescun
Mako 236 CC
LOA: 23'4" | Beam: 8'6" | Maximum Horsepower: 350 HP | Fuel Capacity: 136 gal. | Deadrise: 21 degreesAlex Suescun
Bow seating includes removable backrests for lounging, and a filler bridge to turn the seats into a sun pad.Alex Suescun
The leaning post includes a four-rod rocket launcher behind the backrest, and a slide-out cooler underneath.Alex Suescun
The transom houses twin oval-shaped livewells with clear lids, and four flush-mount rod holders between them.Alex Suescun
Plush seating fills the entire bow, and includes storage, fold-down armrests to port and starboard, and a removable table in the middle.Alex Suescun
Located on the starboard console, the helm is matched with a single bolster seat that swivels for interacting with the crew when the boat is not underway.Alex Suescun
The open galley is outfitted with a built-in grill, counter with three-bottle holder, refrigerator, and storage.Alex Suescun
A gunwale hatch to port keeps tackle trays and tool storage hidden but within easy reach of anglers in the cockpit.Alex Suescun
A door on the port console allows access to the dedicated, well-appointed head compartment.Alex Suescun
Dual seats provide comfortable aft seating, and fold out of the way in a flash when it comes time to fish.Alex Suescun
The expansive bow area offers plush seating and lounging complete with foldaway bolstered backrests, sizable dry storage, and more.Alex Suescun
Above the comfy forward console seat, the full-height windshield incorporated into the T-top includes wiper and adjustable vent.Alex Suescun
The well-equipped helm includes dual switch panels, Ritchie compass, centerline tilt steering, A/C vents, trim-tab switches, stereo, and mounting space for dual MFD’s, outboard monitoring display, Joystick navigation and more.Alex Suescun
Behind the helm seats, a bait and tackle center features dual livewells with clear lids, tackle trays, storage drawer, cutting board, and pullout sprayer.Alex Suescun
Spacious and luxurious, the stand-up head compartment includes a sink with pullout faucet/sprayer, storage, counter, vanity mirror, and vertical rack for three rods.Alex Suescun
The starboard gunwale boasts a horizontal rod rack, and a foldaway step to make boarding and loading easier.Alex Suescun
The huge forward area includes stylish bow seating and lounging, pedestal table that raises electronically from deck level, contoured lounges with fold-down backrest forward of the console, and lots more.Alex Suescun
The ergonomically designed console places dual MFDs, digital gauges, waterproof switches, VHF radio, tilt steering, stereo and more at arm’s length.Alex Suescun
A full-width grab rail, five-rod rocket launcher, and slide-out cooler rest in back of the helm seats, facing the cockpit.Alex Suescun
Triple Yamaha 425s provide more than enough pep to achieve the desired performance.Alex Suescun
The bow is ideally suited for lounging, with a removable table that allows sharing cold beverages or snacks with an ocean view.Alex Suescun
A shade extends aft to cover the cockpit with the touch of a button.Alex Suescun
The dual-console setup places the skipper to starboard, and seats two facing forward and two aft on the port side.Alex Suescun
The cockpit features a transom door to starboard, a large livewell with clear lid in the center transom, and a stowaway bench to maximize fishing room.Alex Suescun
An integrated outboard bracket also doubles as a swim platform.Alex Suescun
A cavernous compartment underneath the forward console seat features both rod and dive tank ranks, dedicated spots for two 5-gallon buckets, and plenty of room for other gear.Alex Suescun
The bait and tackle center behind the helm seats incorporates a huge aquarium-style livewell, sink with freshwater sprayer, and tackle drawers.Alex Suescun
Twin abbreviated swim platforms bracket the twin outboards abaft the transom.Alex Suescun
The sizable forward social zone is designed and properly equipped for entertaining, but it also features substantial dry storage.Alex Suescun
The back of the boat has everything you need for serious offshore fishing, including plenty of elbow room, rod holders, a livewell, and dual transom doors to boot.Alex Suescun
More of a cushioned, coffin-style storage box, the extended forward console seat provides loads of stowage, and doubles as a sun pad.Alex Suescun
The Fish-Around console encompasses everything the seasoned skipper needs to navigate and find fish, with entry to the spacious step-down cabin a mere step to port.Alex Suescun
The cabin includes sleeping quarters, galley complete with cooktop and sink, head, storage, and other amenities.Alex Suescun
The tackle prep and storage center behind the helm seating includes 8 flush-mount rod holders, a pair of cup holders, tackle and tool storage, and a slide-out, fiberglass cooler.Alex Suescun
The Contender is rated for up to 2,000 hp, but a trio of Yamaha 425 XTOs is more than enough to get it up and running.Alex Suescun
