2025 Edge duck boat Sportsman 550

What really sets this Sportsman 550 apart is how dialed-in it is for long, low-profile days in the marsh. The hull carries a confident stance when loaded with decoys, dogs, and buddies, so you’re not fighting trim every time someone shifts their weight. High, clean gunwales shed spray and keep loose gear from wandering overboard when you’re running in chop or sliding through timber. The open cockpit makes it easy to swing a gun or work a rod without feeling cramped. Thoughtful rigging routes wiring out of harm’s way, so you’re not snagging feet or tackle. It’s the kind of rig that feels simple at first glance, then keeps surprising you with small, smart touches once you start using it hard.

This Sportsman 550 shines in the kind of mixed water you see around here—skinny backwaters feeding into more open runs where wind can kick up a sloppy chop. The tough, lightweight hull jumps on plane quickly, so you can cover long stretches of river or marsh lane at first light, then idle quietly into tight pockets. Its compact footprint threads through stump fields, brush lines, and narrow cuts that bigger rigs can’t safely reach. With plenty of open deck space, it handles a full spread of decoys or a couple of anglers without feeling cluttered. It’s a practical, no-nonsense workhorse for hunters and fishermen who split their time between shallow, protected water and more exposed runs.