2019 Stabicraft 2500 Ultracab XL

The 2500 Ultracab XL feels like a much bigger boat the moment you step into that tall, protected cabin. Huge windows and the reversed sheer give you a commanding view when you’re picking your way through chop or glassing for birds on a distant rip. The wide walkaround decks and high coamings make it easy and secure to work the bow, even when it’s lumpy. Inside, the enclosed wheelhouse keeps wind and spray out, and the dinette and berth layout mean you can actually rest between tides. That aggressive pontoon-style hull pops out of the hole quickly, carries speed efficiently, and still settles into a stable platform when you’re on the hook or running the downriggers.

This 2500 Ultracab XL is dialed for anglers who regularly bounce between inland reservoirs and big open water. The rugged aluminum construction shrugs off trailering miles, rough launch ramps, and the occasional gravel beaching, while the enclosed cabin and extended hardtop keep you comfortable when weather turns from flat calm to whitecaps. Its substantial fuel capacity and efficient twin outboards give you the range to chase distant structure or follow seasonal migrations. High sides and wide decks make it secure for handling big nets and multiple lines, and the ample storage lets you haul camping gear, cold-weather layers, and a serious spread of tackle for long weekends off the grid.