2001 Sea Ray 290 Sundancer

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the 290 Sundancer feels a size up from most 29-footers. High freeboard and a deep cockpit give a secure, family-friendly feel underway, while wide side decks and a solid bow rail make line handling a lot less acrobatic. Inside, the generous headroom and big hull windows keep the cabin bright instead of cave-like, and the mid-cabin actually works for adults, not just kids. At the helm, clear sightlines and responsive throttles make docking feel manageable even in tight fairways. Storage is everywhere—under seats, in the cabin sole, and in clever lockers—so weekend gear and water toys disappear neatly out of sight.

For busy, multi-use waterways, this 290 Sundancer hits a sweet spot between sporty handling and overnight comfort. The twin-engine setup provides confident control in crowded marinas and when threading through no-wake zones, yet there’s enough punch to hop between waterfront hangouts or coves without feeling sluggish. The beamy hull and substantial weight tame afternoon chop, keeping guests comfortable in the cockpit. Below, air-conditioned accommodations, a real galley, and an enclosed head turn day trips into easy long weekends. With the extended swim platform, it’s an ideal base for swimming, floating, or tying up with friends, making it a great all-around cruiser for local lakes and nearby waterways.