2002 Rampage 38 Express

Step aboard this 38 Express and the first thing you notice is how much working room there is in the cockpit—wide, uncluttered decks that make it easy to move when the bite turns chaotic. The tower offers a commanding perch with excellent sightlines, ideal for spotting weed lines or easing into a tight slip. Below, the galley is laid out for real use, with practical storage and counter space that makes extended weekends onboard comfortable, not cramped. The centerline berth and generous headroom give the cabin a surprisingly open feel for a serious fishing platform, and the solid joinery and hardware remind you this is a boat built to take a pounding and come back for more.

This 38 Express is particularly well suited to the mixed conditions common in these waters, where you can go from short, steep chop to long, rolling swell in a single run. Her deep-V hull and weight give a confident ride offshore, yet she’s still compact enough to tuck into smaller marinas and shallow back bays. The open layout makes quick work of setting trolling spreads or drifting structure, while the comfortable cabin encourages staying out when the weather turns or the bite runs late. Efficient diesel power keeps range and fuel burn in check, ideal for long runs to distant grounds or exploring a string of weekend anchorages.