2020 Glasstream 280 SCX

What really stands out on this 280 SCX is how much smart use of space Glasstream squeezed into 28 feet. The deep, secure bow seating feels more like a lounge than a typical open bow, and the foldaway aft bench lets you flip from entertaining mode to wide-open fishing cockpit in seconds. The hardtop offers solid shade without making the boat feel top-heavy, and the high freeboard keeps everyone dry when the afternoon chop kicks up. Step below and you’ll find a surprisingly usable cabin for quick overnights, with room to stretch out and stash gear out of the weather. It’s the kind of layout that lets you change plans on the fly.

This 280 SCX shines in local waters where you might jump from calm rivers to open, breezy stretches in a single outing. The stepped hull delivers efficient cruising when you’re running between sandbars or waterfront restaurants, yet it has the bite and deadrise to smooth out short, steep chop that’s common on busy weekends. Draft is shallow enough to nose into coves and beaches, while the elevated bow rails and deep cockpit are reassuring when the wind comes up. With a cabin for quick overnights and plenty of open deck space, it suits both day-boating families and anglers working the nearby channels and shorelines.