2003 JC 31 Express

The JC 31 Express has the kind of cockpit you can actually work in—wide, deep, and confidence‑inspiring when the bite is on and the sea stands up. High gunwales give you something solid at your hips when you’re leaning into a fish, and the hull’s pronounced keel helps her track straight on the troll without wandering all over your spread. Forward, the helm sits high with excellent sightlines over the bow, so you’re not guessing at pot buoys or breaking bars. Underway, she’s a notably dry runner for this size, with a soft, predictable entry that keeps crew comfortable on long runs to the grounds and back.

This 31-foot express is tailor‑made for the mixed conditions you see in this region—shallow approaches, choppy inlets, and long slogs to offshore structure. The efficient single‑diesel layout keeps fuel burn reasonable on canyon runs while still giving you the torque to push through square waves and afternoon wind chop. The downeast hull form is happy at a range of speeds, from slow trolling along shoals to brisk cruises between wrecks and reefs. With a protected helm and a simple, service‑friendly engine room, it’s a smart choice for owners who split time between serious fishing, family day trips, and the occasional overnight on the hook.