Robalo R272

Second largest in a line of seven center console models, the Robalo R272 is a lively package that reaches 40 knots with standard twin Yamaha 200-hp outboards.

The Georgia-built speedster has a Kevlar-reinforced and a variable deep-V hull. This creates what Robalo calls their “feather-soft ride,” which is stable and dry. The Robalo R272 is no exception.

Uncluttered on deck, the R272 has a flip-up transom bench seat for three and tubes tucked under the gunwale that hold six rods. A composite hardtop has four rod holders, lights and optional outriggers. Other cool add-ons include Garmin or Simrad electronics and a bait prep station that doubles as a wet bar.

A dive door is to port on the Robalo R272. Forward seats can be used as a casting platform with the cushions removed. Troll five lines simultaneously without tangling. A 30-gallon livewell will keep the bait fresh, and the high freeboard will keep anglers and kids safer at anchor or underway.

27′ 4″ LOA, 9′ 6″ beam

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Midnight Express 43 Carbon Edition

The Midnight Express 43 Carbon Edition is all carbon fiber.

Although not the first carbon fiber center console by Midnight Express, the 43 Open Carbon Edition that launches this month is a special one. The full carbon-fiber model will have five Mercury outboard motors.

Combine this power with the lightweight construction that saves 2,500 pounds over the previous version, and you have a stiffer hull that punches through rough water at higher top speeds—approximately 8 to 10 mph over her predecessor.

That means it’s possible to nudge 100 mph on this new boat, which is a hair-raising proposition. As with all Midnight Express models, this one is fully customizable with personalized flooring, interior cabin layouts, extra fuel tank capacity, and variable seating options. The Miami-based builder offers models 34 to 60 feet in length, and if you want to be noticed when you arrive, a fully carbon center console on steroids is not a bad way to go.

43′ LOA, 12’6″ Beam

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Intrepid 375 Nomad

Intrepid Powerboats introduced its newest center console model, the Intrepid 375 Nomad this spring as a larger option over its popular 345 Nomad.

The longer platform enabled Intrepid to pack in more features. Integrated wells in the forward lounge can be used as insulated coolers or rigged as baitwells.

A hi-lo electric table adjusts to three positions from flush with the cockpit sole to mid-level as a sunpad filler to a dining table at full height. The Intrepid 375 Nomad offers two console options: a composite T-top with a wraparound glass windshield or an aluminum T-top with a forward entry to the head. Borrowed from another Intrepid model is the helm sole that raises the cockpit height at the push of a button and adds four inches to provide
enhanced visibility to all drivers.

Aft, the 375 Nomad has port and starboard baitwells with windows and a hull-side swing-in dive door with a folding ladder. Intrepid’s renowned level of customization is available so you can truly make this eye- and fish-catching machine your own.

Owners can rig the boat for the fishing, cruising or diving experience desired. The 375 Nomad’s smooth, dry ride is the result of the transverse stepped-hull design. Vacuum bagged, hand-laid, knitted uni- and multi-directional, fiberglass laminates, foam-cored hull sides, and wood-free construction provide unprecedented strength, rigidity, and safety without performance-robbing weight.

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Cobia Boats

In the 26 to 34 foot range, Cobia Boats are the top-selling center consoles in the county.

Surprised? Spend any time on a new Cobia and you’ll see and feel why it’s the top-selling brand. Each model is crafted with an explicit goal in mind. Whether you’re looking for a center console for fishing, a family day cruiser, a bay boat or a dual console, Cobia Boats has a perfect model that will suit your needs without compromising space or speed.

With smart designs, build quality second to none, and tournament-grade performance, there’s no better lineup of center consoles that mesh family comfort and fishing smarts. Do yourself a favor this boat show season and take the opportunity to step aboard a new Cobia. You’ll quickly see why Cobia is changing the game in center consoles.

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Comfort & Stability

Cobia hulls are designed for peak running performance, comfort and efficiency. Forward bow entries extend running surfaces to utilize nearly the full length of the boat, meaning a more stable and comfortable rude,

Intuitive Layouts

Deck layouts depend on the model, but all are designed as ‘smart layouts’, which means spacious decks, items within reach, and intuitive layouts. This all lends nicely to watersports or fishing, as does the ample freeboard. Helm and dash vary from by model, but all electronics and inputs are clearly labeled as such, making upkeep and maintenance a breeze.

Take the Cobia 320CC, for example. 320 CC is a spacious fishing platform with a range that can still be easily trailered to fishing tournament locations or inland lakes. Twin 35-gallon pressurized livewells, more than enough tackle storage, and holders for more than 20 rods mean you’ll be ready when you reach the long-distance fishing grounds where the big ones are biting.

See how Cobias set themselves apart in construction, quality assurance, and performance, in their expansive video gallery with videos on everything from exactly how we laminate our boats (No Wood!), to the proper layout for a family friendly center console to detailed model walkthroughs. You’ll be impressed!

Check out Cobia’s video lineup and see for yourself.

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Erin Brennan, Southern Boating March 2019

Gulfstream Yachts 34

The Gulfstream Yachts 34 offers creature comforts seldom found in a boat this size.

Those comforts include a large bed located inside the air-conditioned lower cabin. The headquarters for Gulfstream Yachts 34 are located in Tampa, Florida. They specialize in constructing semi-custom and fully custom, foam-filled, unsinkable boats.

The Gulfstream Yachts 34 features a comfortable sun couch forward of the center console. It’s designed so that when occupied, guests don’t obstruct the captain’s view. An advanced hull design features a delta pad running surface aft. Additionally, there’s a stepped transom bracket for better planing out of the hole and reduced drag.

Powered with twin or triple motors, when equipped with twin Seven Marine 627-hp outboards, the 34 runs more than 75 mph and cruises up to 450 miles at 40 mph.

34′ LOA, 9’11” beam

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Nor-Tech 340 Club Sport

The Nor-Tech 340 Club Sport is modeled after the current 340 Sport Center Console. This model offers a new T-top design that is more open with increased visibility. The full-beam aft bench seat adds to seating capacity, as do the forward bow seating, console lounger.

There is also more than six feet of headroom inside the cabin. Elements that are included in the Club Sport’s design that’s focused to maximize user ability and comfort are preferred attributes of Nor-Tech customers.

The helm features dual Garmin 7616 multifunction displays, Mercury Zero Effort Controls and Mercury Vessel View. More standard features include the JL Audio sound system, custom-engineered specifically for Nor-Tech, that is paired with integrated Lumishore underwater LED lights for entertainment. Powered by triple Mercury Racing 400-hp engines, the new Club Sport hits a top speed of 90 mph with a 70-mph cruising speed.

34′ LOA, 10′ beam

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Blackwater 39 SF

The Blackwater 39 Sportfish will make any angler happy.

Each Blackwater 39 SportFish is custom-built and tailored to each owner. The boat combines the proven performance of a step-bottom hull with the dry-riding flair of a large sportfishing boat.

She boasts features that will satisfy the most demanding angler. Additionally, the Blackwater 39 is appointed with luxury options to make anyone’s day on the water comfortable. Quad 350-hp Mercury outboards power the hull to the mid-70-mph range and back down to 45 mph for better fuel economy.

The wide beam offers more interior space compared to other 39-footers, and cockpit design features include wraparound bow seating, a forward sun lounge with a full cabin and berth below and second-row seating as well as standard or oversized T-tops, a tuna tower, and two or three livewells as options.

39’11” LOA, 11’11” beam

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Boston Whaler 380 Outrage

New for 2018, Boston Whaler’s 380 Outrage is designed to confidently navigate anything from offshore fishing runs to boating rendezvous.

Triple Mercury Verado engines provide reliable power and efficient performance on the Boston Whaler 380 Outrage. Additionally, the optional joystick makes piloting and docking maneuvers a breeze.

Additional desirable options include the Whaler Watch package that monitors the boat’s systems as well as its position for added security, a Seakeeper stabilizer system and a Summer Kitchen that adds an electric grill and electrically deployed sunshade in the aft cockpit.

Anglers will appreciate the 60-gallon transom livewell, well-equipped leaning post and an integrated hardtop with rod holders. An upper station on the hardtop is also available on the Boston Whaler 380 Outrage. Ample storage for gear and the air-conditioned cabin with convertible settee add to a powerful yet simple elegance.

38′ LOA, 11’8″ beam

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Ocean 1 360

The Ocean 1 360 offers a new perspective on the classic center console.

The rigid-hulled inflatable boat was designed and built based on the hands-on experience of superyacht captain Dean Maggio. Using intelligent engineering and a resin infusion with sandwich core construction, the Ocean 1 360 features a deep-V hull originally designed for sport tournament fishing and provides effortless planing and ultimate performance reaching 61.5 mph at half load on a pair of Yamaha 300-hp outboard engines.

Exceptionally high bulwarks provide a dry ride while the ergonomically designed helm with a large dash has room for multiple multi-functional displays (MFD) and features a carbon-fiber steering wheel with programmable paddle shifters.

CZone digital switching manages the electrical system through integrated MFDs and programmable LED-illuminated switches. For the beach, fishing and all water sports, there is ample equipment storage, including a pull-out ice chest and a live bait well. Large, comfortable seating features high-quality upholstery with a forward sun lounge for two.

37’7″ LOA, 10’9″ beam

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Hinckley Sport Boat

The Hinckley Sport Boat 40c is designed for agile handling, performance at sea and ease of use.

Hinckley puts its 90 years of boatbuilding experience to work in the performance market The Hinckley Sport Boat 40c is built of infused epoxy with an integrated primary bond between hull and stringers. This means a stiffer, stronger and more durable hull. Because it’s lightweight, the boat can easily and efficiently reach speeds of 63 mph. If powered by twin Seven Marine 627-hp outboard engines, that is.

Guests will enjoy a retractable sun shade covering a stern area defined by a leaning post amenity. There is also an optional icemaker and electric grill. A full-size companionway door leads down to the center cabin where the portside galley includes a refrigerator, cappuccino machine, cooktop, and microwave. To starboard is a full head with a pressurized freshwater shower.

Moving forward over the teak and holly laminate flooring is a U-shaped settee with seating for three that converts into a queen berth. An optional Seakeeper 3 stabilizer eliminates roll on the Hinckley Sport Boat 40c. Boarding is easy with a hull-side door.

42’7″ LOA, 12’5″ beam (with outboards)

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Deep Impact 399 Cabin

Deep Impact 399 Cabin is a do-it-all center console.

The Deep Impact 399 Cabin combines all the features of an open center console with an air-conditioned cabin forward in the bow. Additionally, there’s a full V-berth, galley, single berth aft, and a hanging locker.

That leaves plenty of space in the center console for a full-size head that includes a stand-up shower with 6’6″ of headroom.

The forward deck has aft- and forward-facing seating for five. Meanwhile, the cockpit on the Deep Impact 399 has several seating options from a single helm seat with an aft-facing lounge or two rows of forward-facing seats.

The aft can also be built with a four-person bench seat and an optional L-shaped lounge. There are multiple power choices available: triple-or quad-outboard engine configurations are options. There’s a wide array of options to customize the boat to suit your needs.

39’9″ LOA, 10’7″ beam

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SeaVee 290B

The new SeaVee 290B is an easy-to-trailer offshore center console featuring SeaVee’s prismatic hull.

The 2SeaVee 290B features an aggressive 25-degree deadrise and keel pad for superior sea handling capabilities. This design makes for smooth, stable drifts, impressive hole shots and a more comfortable ride in rough sea conditions.

To achieve the highest performance possible, the new 290B is constructed using a vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding technology that infuses the fully-cored hull, stringers and bulkheads simultaneously. The result is a stronger, lighter and more durable laminate.

The boat is available in two configurations: Open Fisherman and Luxury Edition. Customizing the 290B is easy with an extensive list of standard features and options. Features include livewells and fishboxes, and the latest marine electronics and power ranging from twin 250-hp to 400-hp outboards. With the twin 350-hp option, the SeaVee 290B can run to a top speed of 70 mph and cruise at 38 mph with a range of 475 miles.

29’6″ LOA, 9′ beam

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Bonadeo 370

The new Bonadeo 370 is a pleasing mix of speed and comfort.

The Bonadeo 370 has classic lines and wood accents. She’s backed by high-tech composite construction.

Carbon fiber and Kevlar provide the strength needed for the 370’s mid-60-mph top speed range with its triple 400-hp Mercury outboards. Bonadeo’s unique bottom design delivers an amazing ride through less than desirable conditions.

The inviting open space above deck has plenty of seating and a beautiful sun pad with custom upholstery and a multitude of storage and tackle centers. The low-profile center console’s dash houses a 24-inch Garmin MFD, an 8-inch Garmin display and still has room for more.

JL Audio tweeters, subwoofer, and speakers provide concert-quality music, even though the speakers are discreetly hidden throughout the boat. Below deck houses an air-conditioned queen V-berth and head. A Seakeeper stabilizer is also available for increased comfort on the water.

37′ LOA, 9’10” beam

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Pursuit S 288

The new Pursuit S 288 combines fishing features with luxurious seating details.

Integrated hardtop and console appointments make this boat appealing to avid anglers and families alike. The aft cockpit quickly converts from an entertainment/social zone. With fold-away aft and transom seating for a wide-open space ready for trolling at a moments notice.

Additionally, insulated in-floor fish boxes, a livewell in the transom, rod holders, and tackle storage are all standard. At the helm, a new sport-style glass windshield with a fully integrated fiberglass hardtop delivers a superior running experience. Of course, that is true to Pursuit’s proven ergonomic designs.

The interior console has forward access and includes new appointments and finishes along with a covered head and integrated fiberglass sink. The molded door includes a forward-facing seat, which accents the seating area in the bow with port and starboard lounges.

She runs on twin Yamaha 300-hp outboard engines. The Pursuit S 288 is expected to exceed 50 mph and cruise comfortably at 32 mph with a range of 340 miles.

30’LOA, 9’8″ beam

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Mystic M4200 Center Console

The Mystic M4200 features a hull and deck that are epoxy infused and fully foam cored with e-glass laminates and carbon fiber reinforcements.

She’s available with triple or quad Mercury and Mercury Racing outboards, and tops out at more than 80 mph. The large center console has a spacious queen cabin below and seating for three across the helm. The dash on the Mystic M4200 can accommodate two 24-inch multi-function displays, and a CZone digital switching system comes standard.

A recreational fishing package is available on the Mystic M4200. That includes a livewell and fish boxes with macerator pumps and rod holders. With a deep freeboard of up to 38 inches, the boat is very dry in rough conditions and gives the owner and guests a great feeling of security. Gunwale wind doors protect the aft cockpit area on windy, wet and cool days.

All seating material and heights are configured for comfort, while 45- to 70-pound density foams offer support.

42’10” LOA, 10’11” beam

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