Boats New Boats at the 2019 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

New Boats at the 2019 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

A number of boats made their debut at this year's Fort Lauderdale Boat Show.

By Staff

October 31, 2019

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.

Sea Chaser 35 HFC CC Bluewater Series

Sea Chaser 35 CC Bluewater Series aft seating

Fold-down seating along the transom quickly stows out of the way for fishing. Alex Suescun

Sea Chaser 35 CC Bluewater Series helm seating

Deluxe captain chairs are fully adjustable and feature flip-up bolsters. Alex Suescun

Sea Chaser 35 CC Bluewater Series rod storage

Handy gunwale tackle storage makes use of often underutilize space. Alex Suescun

Sea Chaser 35 CC Bluewater Series engines

Dual swim platforms bookend the outboards and include a telescoping boarding ladder. Alex Suescun

Cobia 350CC

The spacious bow includes U-shaped seating with fold-out backrests for lounging, plus ample storage. Alex Suescun

The helm lines up the steering wheel with the boat’s center line, and offers plenty of room for dual MFDs and more. Alex Suescun

Independent seats with flip-down bolsters and armrests provide helm seating for three. Alex Suescun

The back of the helm seats module offers ample tackle and tool storage, a fridge, and more. Alex Suescun

A wide berth in the step-down cabin lifts to reveal a nifty rack for 6 rods underneath. Alex Suescun

Twin oval-shaped livewells with clear lids are strategically located on both ends of the transom. Alex Suescun

Sportsman Masters 2670E Bay

The extended forward console seat includes back- and armrests for comfortable lounging, plus generous storage inside. Alex Suescun

Sportsman Masters 2670E Bay bow fish box

The console seat also features a huge storage compartment underneath. Alex Suescun

Sportsman Masters 2670E Bay helm electronics

The roomy helm has lots of real estate for electronics, including dual 12-inch MFDs. Alex Suescun

Sportsman Masters 2670E Bay helm station

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

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

Boston Whaler 325 Conquest cockpit table

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 degrees Alex 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

Sea Chaser 30 HFC DC

LOA: 30’3″ | Beam: 114″ | Boat Weight: 67,970 lbs. | Fuel Capacity: 237 gal | Maximum Horsepower: 700 HP 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

Belzona 27CC

Bow seating leaves ample room in between to fish and access the large, in-floor storage compartment. Alex Suescun

Coaming bolsters — for added comfort — extend along both gunwales, with recessed grab rails at the bow for safety. Alex Suescun

The leaning post includes four flush-mount rod holders behind the backrest, plus a slide-out cooler underneath. Alex Suescun

An innovative Jumper Door takes up minimal space, and makes boarding or pulling in big fish a breeze. Alex Suescun

A swim platform extends behind the transom, which incorporates dual livewells with clear lids and 5 flush-mount rod holders. Alex Suescun

Grady-White Canyon 336

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

Intrepid 407 Nomad FE

LOA: 40’0″ | Beam: 11’1″ | Fuel Capacity: 703 gal. | Water: 50 gal. 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

Albemarle 31 DC

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

Valhalla V-33

An open-cockpit layout, instead of more common bow seating, provides more fishing room forward. Alex Suescun

The center console and its sleek and spacious dash have the look and feel of the helm on a large sportfisher. Alex Suescun

A clean, ample cockpit, and generous fish-box and livewell capacity are classic big-game boat traits present on the Valhalla. Alex Suescun

A full transom and integrated outboard bracket improve both performance and seaworthiness. Alex Suescun

EdgeWater 340CC

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

Grady-White Freedom 285

The integrated hardtop and tall, wraparound windshield effectively safeguard the skipper and crew from the elements. Alex Suescun

The lockable console head enclosure includes a sink with freshwater faucet/sprayer, plus storage and horizontal rod rack. Alex Suescun

A telescoping shade shields the entire cockpit with the touch of a button. Alex Suescun

The portside companion seat extends aft electronically for comfortable lounging. Alex Suescun

A foldaway bench on the transom stows quickly when more cockpit space is needed. Alex Suescun

Regal 38 SAV

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

Everglades 395 CC

The bow is equipped with comfortable seating and accent lighting Alex Suescun

The helm is packed with state-of-the-art electronics Alex Suescun

The plush, in-console cabin features all one requires for comfortable overnighting. Alex Suescun

Dual benches with integrated backrests extend the full width of the transom, and easily fold out of the way for fishing. Alex Suescun

Underwater LED lights add a nice touch, and also attract bait and potential predators. Alex Suescun

Contender 44 FA

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