1976 Bertram 25

Step aboard and you immediately feel what makes this 25-footer special: the solid, reassuring thud of a true deep‑V hull underfoot and a layout that wastes no space. The cockpit is broad and uncluttered, with gunnel height and transom freeboard that feel right when you’re backing down on a fish or working a drift. Engine access is straightforward, making pre‑run checks quick instead of a chore. From the bridge, the sightlines over the bow give you the confidence to run in tight passes or choppy bays, while the compact cabin lets you duck out of the weather without losing the feel of a no‑nonsense day boat. It’s a classic hull that’s been thoughtfully modernized where it counts.

This hull was born for waters where conditions change fast—afternoons that kick up a short, steep chop, long runs to distant rigs, and inlets that can stand on end with tide and wind. The deep‑V entry softens those square waves, while the 25-foot length is small enough to trailer but big enough to feel secure offshore. Efficient diesels stretch your range when you’re running to the blue water or working multiple spots in a day. The compact footprint slips into tighter slips and lifts, and the flybridge vantage point is ideal for spotting rips, birds, and bait edges that define productive local fishing.