2001 Contender 25 Open

Step aboard this 2001 Contender 25 Open and you immediately feel how much cockpit space you get in a true 25-footer. The wide, uncluttered dance floor aft makes it easy to work multiple lines, and the low gunwales give you great reach when you’re wiring a fish boatside. The deep V hull has the classic Contender feel—solid, sure-footed, and eager to run in a tight chop. At the helm, sightlines are excellent whether you’re standing or leaning, with plenty of room to flush-mount modern electronics. Generous in-deck storage and fish boxes keep gear stowed and the deck clean, so you can move quickly when a rod goes off.

The Contender 25 Open shines in waters where conditions can change quickly, from early-morning glass to afternoon wind and confused chop. Its sharp entry and proven running surface let you push farther off the beach for pelagics, while the manageable size still slips into shallow bays and nearshore structure for bottom fishing. It’s easy to trailer, economical to run, and simple to handle short-handed, making it ideal for anglers who split time between family cruising and serious fishing. With abundant open deck space and smart storage, it’s a versatile platform for everything from reef hopping to long drifts over wrecks in this region.