2017 Stuart 25 West Coast

Step aboard and you’ll notice how much thought went into fishability and comfort on this 25. The wide, uncluttered cockpit leaves plenty of room to work a fish around the engines, while high gunwales and solid coamings keep you locked in when it’s bumpy. The forward layout gives you usable seating that converts quickly to a casting or bait-rigging platform, with storage tucked everywhere you’d want it. Drainage is clean and efficient, so washdowns and sloppy days don’t leave puddles underfoot. At the helm, sightlines are excellent whether you’re idling through a tight marina or trimming up to run the beach. It’s the kind of rig that feels equally at home chasing tarpon close to the sand or running to deeper structure.

This 25 is tailored for the mix of shallow edges, open sounds, and near-gulf stream runs that define this region. The hull has the heft and deadrise to shoulder aside a tight afternoon chop, yet remains nimble enough to slide into inlets, back bays, and nearshore reefs without drama. The elevated second station is a serious advantage for spotting color changes, rips, and bait schools that make or break a day here. With efficient power and thoughtful storage, it’s easy to load up for a long run to the edge, then throttle back and work bridges, channels, and beach structure on the way home.