2016 Contender 25 Tournament

Step aboard and you’ll notice how big this 25 feels underfoot. The wide, uncluttered cockpit lets a crew work all four corners without tripping over gear, and the high gunnels give a secure, locked-in feel when it’s bumpy. The helm layout keeps everything within easy reach, with clean sightlines over the bow so you can run confidently in tight channels or on a choppy ride home. Under the console, there’s space for stowing extra tackle, safety gear, and a weekend’s worth of bags. Heavy-duty hardware, grippy non-skid, and thoughtful touches like toe rails and integrated rod storage remind you this hull was built by people who fish hard and run far.

In these waters, you need a boat that can make quick work of a short weather window yet still feel solid when the wind comes up in the afternoon. The 25 Tournament’s deep‑V hull and pronounced bow flare are ideal for cutting through tight chop and staying dry on fast runs to the grounds. Its efficient twin 150s offer the range to work distant wrecks and reefs without constant fuel stops. The open, fish-first layout shines when drifting live baits, slow-trolling edges, or bottom fishing on structure, while the compact footprint still makes trailering and shallow ramp launches straightforward in this area.