2008 Salt Shaker Salt Shaker 300 Custom Edition

Step aboard and you can feel the pedigree in the way this 300 sits in the water—solid, level, and ready to run. The wide beam gives you a surprisingly generous cockpit for a 30-footer, with room to work a full crew without crossing lines or stepping on toes. Tall gunwales and a deep, secure feel make it comfortable when the seas get lumpy, and the weight distribution helps her track straight at trolling speeds. The custom touches on this edition typically show up in smarter storage, better tackle access, and a helm laid out for a captain who actually fishes. It’s the kind of boat that feels equally at home chasing kelp paddies or running out to the canyon line.

This 300 is particularly well-suited to local waters where you might run long distances offshore in the morning and pick your way home through afternoon chop. The tried-and-true hull, originally inspired by classic tournament designs, is known for its soft re-entry and predictable handling when quartering a swell. Efficient outboards let you cover serious ground without constant fuel stops, and the comfortable helm and protected seating make those longer runs far less tiring. Add in a compact cuddy for stowing gear and grabbing a quick nap, and you’ve got a capable platform for everything from inshore live-bait missions to multi-stop offshore trips along the current breaks.