http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2013/08/sneak-peek-at-the-cruisers-yachts-328-bowrider/ For more prototype videos, visit www.boats.com. News Flash: Cruisers Yachts is coming out with a Sport Series 328 bowrider, which will bring an entirely new form of usability to boating. We happened to visit the Cruisers factory (while filming a Cruisers Sport Series 208 video boat review, among others), and one of the other production lines caught our eye. Go ahead, click on this video - we're betting it'll catch your eye, too. At 32'11" long and with a 10'6" beam, the hull carries a cushy bow cockpit full of seating. But monster-sized bowriders have been creeping into the marketplace for several years now, so how is this one different? When we climbed aboard over tools, plastic, and other still-in-progress signs, we quickly saw that Cruisers did not follow the usual concept. Most boats of this type have a cabin with standing room built up into the helm station console and/or the passenger's console, with a stoop-and-scoot section beneath the deck of the centerline walkway to the bow cockpit. It's a nifty use of space, but it does force a lot of contorting to get around when belowdecks. Instead of following this pattern, Cruisers built the walkway to the bow on the port side of the boat. The helm is to starboard, with the cabin door along the centerline. Net result? The entire cabin is stand-up size and you don't have to do any ducking or bending to get around down there. There's a stand-up head, a galley, an entertainment center, and settees. And there's no sacrifice made in the bow cockpit, where there's room for a half-dozen people to hang out and enjoy. The 328 bowrider is powered by a pair of twin 380-hp stern-drives, carries 154 gallons of fuel, and runs on a 22-degree deadrise deep-V hull. It weighs in at 11,000 lbs. And perhaps most importantly, it's one of a kind - no one else has a mega-monster super-sized bowrider with a cabin like this one.

http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2013/08/cruisers-sport-series-258-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews, visit www.boats.com. Today we're reviewing Cruisers' Sport Series 258. Now if it looks a little familar, that may be because you've seen the 258 with the extreme package, which we reviewed last year. But today we're going to look at the boat in a slightly different incarnation. So Jon, tell me what's new about the boat this year. Jon Viestenz, Cruisers Product Manager: Well for 2014 we took the dash and we enhanced it with a wrapped cowling. We used a material by Diamante, and we ran that right into the shifting cowl to dress up the dash area. For 2014 we incorporated the new latte colored cockpit seating, along with a platinum seating which is a silver and black. So the two of them together help dress up the cockpits and give them a more elegant look. Lenny Rudow: You know I noticed from the outside the boat looks really good too. Is something different there? JV: Absolutely. This particular model that we're on has the classic hull scheme which is a full band with a strip of white or black or red that you can get in this color scheme. LR: Jon, have there been any more substantial changes made to the boat? JV: Across all the bowriders, we enhanced the cockpit draining system, so that it drains properly under any load or conditions. Excellent! One of the nice features about the Cruisers Sport Series is everything is integrated together. Like this lounge... this cooler, under the seat. Which by the way, when you flip the top up, it stays up for easy access. The stereo speakers are built into the inwales, and cupholders of course. Armrests... And look at how well the bimini is integrated. Look at this quick release. It's easy to remove, and it's really easy to set up. Boom, all done! And another great example of integration: look at how the head unit is molded in with the side of the boat and the sink unit, very nice. I do have one little wish here: I wish that when you open the door, there was a rubber stopper so it didn't bang on fiberglass. When considering this boat, you also want to look closely at the details, because Cruisers sure did. Look at the window, for example. As it opens up, it's grabbed by a magnetic catch that holds it in place. Now let's look at the ski locker. It locks, opens on a gas assist strut, and look at this great gutter system. Remember Jon talking about working on the deck drainage of the boat and getting all the water out as best they could? This is a great system, it's gasketed, it's got a deep gutter... it's gonna get the job done. And everywhere you sit, there's a sturdy grabrail. We tested this boat with a Merc 350 Mag. With that power, we cruised in the mid-30s and hit a top end in the mid-40s. Note that the 258's hull design includes this notch in the chine. That helps the hull grab in turns and really makes the handling feel great. Some manufacturers build the same boat year after year. Some manufacturers look for ways to improve their boats year after year. I think you can tell which kind of manufacturer Cruisers is, and if you're looking at a 25 foot bowrider, I think you might want to look at the 258.

http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2013/08/cobia-201-center-console-fishing-for-confidence/ For more boat reviews, visit www.boats.com. There are a million and one 20-foot center console fishing boats out there on the water, but almost all of them share one common trait: they feel small. In fact, most 20-footers will have you feeling like you're perched on a little cork in the middle of a big ocean. Their low sides make you wonder if you might fall overboard the next time a wave hits. And since most boats in this class are shooting for a low price-point, they don't come with the added safety features of some larger boats. When I stepped aboard Cobia's new 201 CC, however, I found out that this little boat comes with a big helping of confidence.

http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2013/08/cruisers-sport-series-208-video-boat-review-2 For more boat reviews, visit www.boats.com. You know what? Bigger is not always better. I've been spending the day on the Cruisers Sport Series 208. This is the smallest boat Cruisers makes, but it's big on fun. Come on for a ride. Cruising speed on the 208 is just a hair under 40 mph. And check this out: top end? 52.6 mph. Now here is where small can be a big advantage. We got those performance numbers with this little Merc 5.0. With a powerplant this small, we're getting 3.5 mpg at cruise. That's pretty darn good. Now as you've already seen, that powerplant provides plenty of juice for getting out of the hold fast. That means you can pull water skiers, wakeboarders, whatever no problem. And if that's something your kids are into, you'll appreciate the stowage compartment down here. It's nice and deep, and it goes way forward under the deck. Now there's one little room for improvement here: I wish there was a rubber bumper so the hatch didn't hit the fiberglass, or maybe even a gas assist strut. There's more stowage underneath the bow cushions, and check out how they hinged it. I really l like that so your cushions don't go flying away when you hit a wave. Plus there's extra stowage up here in the console. Hey, if you're gonna be out on the water having fun all day, you gotta have somewhere to keep those drinks chilly, right? Well there's a cooler under here which is great, but what I like even more is that Cruisers put this latch here. So you just lift up the top, it stays where it is, and you can get into the cooler and get your drinks. When you're done, boom. Every bowrider has to have a nice big sunpad, right? Check this out: Ahhhh. The kids are ready for a dip? Here's something you'll want to know about. The swim ladder goes off to the side, not the back, of the swim platform. That means as the kids get in and out of the boat they're kept away from the propeller and the drive unit. Now small does not have to mean uncomfortable. On a lot of little boats you'll find seats that are tough on your back and tough to even sit in. But Cruisers puts in these nice buckets with a flip up bolster, so you can even adjust your height. Now whenever I'm reviewing a boat I like to make sure I check out the wiring. Come on down here under the dash. All the wiring is well supported, and all the connections have heat shrink tubing over them. All right, we're looking at a partially built 208, and I just saw something that stopped me in my tracks... I didn't even notice it when we were doing the review on the boat. Jon, what is THAT? Jon Viestenz, Cruisers Yachts Product Manager: This is your Halon system for your engine compartment, which is standard on all the Sport Series. Lenny: On a 20 footer? Jon: Absolutely yeah. It's something you don't see in most 20 footers in this segment. This is another indication of bringing the process and procedures and standards of our yachts down into the trailerable boats. Lenny: I don't ever recall seeing a Halon system on a 20 footer. Jon: Yup, this is standard. You know what? I don't care what any yachtsman might say. Bigger is not necessarily better. And after reviewing this 208 Sport Series, I've had a lot of fun. See you next time. Woo hoo!

Tow boat review expert Brett Becker got a look at the new 2014 MasterCraft X 10 at the Miami International Boat Show, and shot this First Look Video. As Brett points out, this wakeboarding boat has some really cool features. The board rack and the wakeboard tower are just two of them. MasterCraft is well known throughout the watersports boats industry for being a top-notch builder, and from performance to wake-creating ability, the X10 is a serious boat for serious boarders. If the video just whets your appetite, read Brett's full boat review: MasterCraft X10: Call of Duty. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2013/04/mastercraft-x-10-call-of-duty/ For more videos from the Miami Boat Show, visit www.boats.com.

For more detail reviews, performance data, captain's report of Formula boats / Yachts, go to http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?SubID=2507&ID=2814 The name Ilmor has been part of recreational and performance boating for over a decade, but now they've teamed up with Formula boats to provide the first crossover powerplant designed for both markets. To commemorate the event, Formula created all new graphics that signal that this boat means business.

Let's find out how Cypress Cay did, when they designed and built their Cayman LE 250, the top of the line from Cypress Cay. This pontoon boat is ready for pleasure boating on lakes, rivers, and bays, and in this video we'll put it through its paces. You can read more about this boat and find more boat reviews, visit www.boats.com.

We're here today to test the Harris Flotebote Royal 230 pontoon boat. This tri-toon runs with a Mercury Verado outboard, and we'll put it through a battery of testing to find out how well it runs. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2013/02/harris-flotebote-royal-230-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews, visit www.boats.com.

Pontoon boats like the Harris FloteBote SL 250 don't come along too often, and when you first step aboard you'll see why at a glance: this boat is riddled with features befitting a lake-yacht, from stem to stern. Powered by a Mercury outboard, it also has a center tube (making it a tri toon) and hits speeds over 40 MPH. See the full review on boats.com: http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2013/01/harris-flotebote-grand-mariner-sl-250-a-pontoon-boat-for-prime-time/ For more boat reviews, visit www.boats.com.

If you're an angler on a budget, but you don't want to sacrifice quality, I think this Crestliner 16 Kodiak SC is a boat you should look at. Now Crestliner redesigned this boat in 2012 with a new hull, a half inch more beam, but most importantly, a lot more room inside. When Crestliner redesigned the 16 Kodiak they only increased the beam or the width of the boat by half an inch. But the cockpit seems a lot larger, and here's how they did that. These boxes contain flotation and used to run farther forward, and were narrower. In the redesign, they made the boxes deeper and brought them farther aft. This makes them a better seat, and also leaves a lot more room in the middle of the boat. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/11/2013-crestliner-kodiak-16-sc-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit. www.boats.com.

Cruisers Yachts has created a small bowrider with fun written all over it and lots of great features. The ride is solid, it's got pressurized water in a sink and for a transom shower, and the windshield and door close off the helm from weather when necessary. It's a great boat for family wakeboarding, waterskiing, swimming, or other watersports fun. Read the full review at boats.com

This is the Cruisers 298 Sport, the king of Cruisers' Sportboat series. Jump aboard to see how this bowrider can serve as a watersports boat, a day cruiser, or just a runabout. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2013/01/cruisers-sport-series-298-king-of-bowriders/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

A few years ago, when the Cruisers Cantius 48 was first introduced, I reviewed it for YachtWorld. Today, we're here to test it and review it for a video on boats.com. And every time I see this boat it reminds me of just how innovative it is. cruising yachts like this one are few and far between, so take a closer look. http://www.boats.com/reviews/cruisers-cantius-48-the-original-sport-cruiser-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

The 278 is one big beefy new bowrider. And you might be surprised at who brings it to you. Cruisers Yachts! This is one of their new sportboat series. And we're here in sunny Palm Beach to review one. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/12/cruisers-sport-series-278-big-beefy-new-bowrider/ For more reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

Cruisers broke new ground with their Cantius Series, but some people wanted a smaller, sportier version of the powerboat than the original 48. Thus, the 41. Does the appeal carry through this boat as well? Let's find out. http://www.boats.com/reviews/cruisers-41-cantius-entertainment-value/ For more reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

It's not often an established boatbuilder comes out with an entire new line of boats. But that's just exactly what's happening right now with Cruisers Yachts. The new line? Their Sport Series, and this is the 258. Let's go take it for a ride. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/12/cruisers-sport-series-258-all-new-model-line-from-cruisers-yachts/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

For more reviews, test, performance data, captain's report and more about Chaparral 310 Signature and other Chaparral Boats, go to http://www.boattest.com/boats/boat_video.aspx?ID=2786 The design team at Chaparral set out to create an express cruiser with sportboat handling characteristics and an interior and cockpit that could compete with far larger boats when it comes to utility. By making the hardtop standard and adding important other equipment that is often optional in this size boat the builder is making the 310 Signature compelling. Our boat review of the 310 Signature with standard dual prop lower units and twin 225-hp 4.3 L engines recorded a top speed of 43.6 mph. Visit us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/boattestcom Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/boattest Follow us on Tumblr http://boattest.tumblr.com/ Our photo library http://www.flickr.com/photos/boattestdotcom/collections/

We tested the Cruisers Cantius 45, the middle child of the Cantius series. They say that middle children don't like being compared to their successful older siblings, but in this case, the 45 has got some tricks of its own up its sleeve. I don't think it'll mind. See the full review and research the boat further on boats.com

This Crestliner 1860 Retriever center console is an all-welded rugged aluminum boat designed for the avid sportsman who wants to hunt, fish, trap, or just about anything else on the water. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/11/2013-crestliner-1860-retriever-center-console-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

Crestliner builds fishing into every one of its boats, and this 1850 Super Hawk is no exception. But it's also easy to use the boat for tow sports and family fun. And a high windshield keeps spray and wind away from passengers, which may extend your family's day on the water. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/11/2013-crestliner-1850-super-hawk-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

Lenny Rudow reviewed this 44 footer from Hunt Yachts and really liked what he saw, inside and out. Lots of elbow room in both cabins, a flush deck that continues from transom to the galley stairs, and a garage big enough for a sizeable dinghy; Hunt packed a lot into 44 feet.They also bring in lots of light with big windows and a sizeable sunroof. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/10/hunt-44-express-cruiser-exceptional-style/ Watch the Hunt 52 IPS joystick docking in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svFDC9Idhj0 For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

Looking for a boat that's under 30 feet and combines fishing with family fun? Boats.com's Lenny Rudow checked out the Beneteau Barracuda 9, which recently won Best Powerboat under 30 feet at the Newport Boat Show. As a fisherman, Lenny really appreciated the walkaround fishability, and he also liked the protection of a full-sized and well-appointed cabin. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/09/beneteau-barracuda-9-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com

The Hunt Harrier 36 is available in three different drive trains, and we reviewed them all. The jet drive would be ideal for areas where water depth is limited or lobster pots are a problem. It also turns on the head of a pin, a nice perk for any boating adventure. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/08/hunt-harrier-36-jet-drive-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews, please view on Boats.com.

The Hunt Harrier 36 Shaft Drive has classic twin-screw inboard handling, but that doesn't mean you have to give up modern features. The bridgedeck rises at the press of a button to provide easy access to the power systems, and a high level of customization is available in layout and trim. You can even get the boat with or without a full hard-top. We also reviewed the Hunt Harrier 36 as an IPS pod drive, which can be seen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71hI5Pfs7y4 http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/08/hunt-harrier-36-shaft-drive-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews, please view on Boats.com.

Hunt Yachts has coupled the classic Ray Hunt designed deep-V hull with modern power systems, and also allows owners to arrange and accessorize the boat as they desire. Here's our review of this 36 footer, which is available in three different power trains. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/08/hunt-harrier-36-ips-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews, please view on Boats.com.

The basic design of the Boston Whaler Montauk has been around for generations, and this 210 combines fishability and family fun into one trailerable package. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/06/2012-boston-whaler-210-montauk-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com

This Boston Whaler center console, the 230 Dauntless, gives fishermen the features they demand and families the comfort they deserve. See it for yourself, in this boat review. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/06/2012-boston-whaler-230-dauntless-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

Boston Whaler's 315 Conquest is a fishable cruiser that stays true to the company's reputation for unsinkable quality. Our review spells out the key features, as well as a few small suggestions for improvements. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/06/2012-boston-whaler-315-conquest-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

The 2012 Boston Whaler 320 Outrage is a hard-core offshore fishing boat that also makes a great yacht tender. Our reviewers found it a "great mix of fish and cruise." http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/06/boston-whaler-320-outrage-video-boat-review/ For more boat reviews and performance tests, visit www.boats.com.

The Boats.com review team and Jeff Hemmel took the newly designed 2012 Cypress Cay Cozumel 250 pontoon boat out for a spin and found the handling to be similar to a fiberglass v-hull. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/03/2012-cypress-cay-cozumel-250-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

Join boats.com Outboard Expert Charles Plueddeman as he gets a first look at the all new Seven Marine 557 HP Outboard engine at the 2012 Miami International Boat Show. RELATED VIDEOS & PLAYLISTS: Seven Marine 557 HP Outboard: First Look Video - https://youtu.be/DqCs4hW4QI4?list=PLsiC-0C78AkEFf419BT0mqrTo8_D8GG7y 2015 Seven Marine 627 Outboard in action - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yun1kpHi-Qs Seven Marine 557 Outboards Ready for Production - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqCs4hW4QI4 Outboard Engine News - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsiC-0C78AkEFf419BT0mqrTo8_D8GG7y Read more about Seven Marine outboards: http://features.boats.com/boat-content/?s=seven+marine&utm_campaign=SevMararchive http://www.boats.com/on-the-water/seven-marine-557-outboard-the-in-water-debut/ For more videos and boat reviews, visit boats.com. Boats.com Outboard Expert Charles Plueddeman takes us on a test run with the largest outboard motor ever built, Seven Marine's 557hp (that's 557 horsepower).

http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/02/harris-flotebote-sunliner-ls-220-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com Boats.com reviewer Jeff Hemmel takes a look at the Sunliner LS 220 pontoon boat, part of Harris FloteBote's Luxury Series.

http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/02/harris-flotebote-sunliner-200-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com A detailed look at this economical and family-friendly pontoon boat by Boats.com reviewer Jeff Hemmel.

The Boats.com review team checked out the Sylvan Explorer 1600 DC, a small aluminum fishing boat, and found a fishing boat with lots of features. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/01/sylvan-explorer-1600-dc-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

The Smoker Craft 162 Pro Angler, a sixteen foot aluminum fishing boat, has enough features to make it stand out from the crowd. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/01/smoker-craft-162-pro-angler-xl-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

The Starweld 1600 Pro SC is an inexpensive fishing boat that offers everything you need for a day on the water. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/01/starweld-1600-pro-sc-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

This family-friendly aluminum fishing boat, the Starcraft Starfish 176, has deep gunnels and many other features. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2012/01/starcraft-starfish-176-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

The V-shaped design in the Tige z3 water skiing and wakeboarding boat packs in room for the whole family, and also offers customizable wakes with the Tigé TAPS system. In this video, Jeff Hemmel shows us the high and low points of the boat. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/12/tige-z3-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

The Tigé RZR is a 20 foot towboat with all the features of Tigé's larger models. Our reviewer Jeff Hemmel says for a small boat, it still goes BIG when it comes to wakeboarding. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/11/tige-rzr-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

The Tige RZ4 and RZ2 series wakeboard boats offer fun for the whole family with towing ability, customizable wakes, and great speed. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/12/tige-rz-series-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

This zippy deck boat, the Bayliner 217 SD, offers many different ways to have fun on the water. Reviewer Lenny Rudow takes it out for a performance test, then gives us a boat review. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/10/bayliner-217-sd-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

This fishing boat handles well, taking turns at speed with no trim adjustment. For more information on the Crestliner 1750 Fish Hawk, watch our review with Charles Plueddeman. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/10/crestliner-1750-fish-hawk-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

Fully updated for 2012, this fine-tuned fishing machine improves angling ergonomics. Reviewer Charles plueddeman shows us this aluminum boat inside and out, in this review. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/10/crestliner-1750-pro-tiller-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

Crestliner's 1850 Sport Fish is an aluminum fishing boat that also works for towing and family fun. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/09/crestliner-1850-sport-fish-video-boat-review-2/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

This 18 foot bow rider powerboat is part of the Discovery series, Bayliner's way to maximize boating fun and adventure. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/10/bayliner-discovery-195-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

Our reviewer Charles Plueddeman calls the Crestliner 1650 Fish Hawk "a great little family fishing rig." Watch to see how this aluminum boat can get the fishing job done. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/09/crestliner-1650-fish-hawk-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

The flagship of Bayliner's bow rider fleet, this 23 foot runabout tops 54 mph. Best of all, it is priced below the competition. Check out the video boat review, with Lenny Rudow. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/10/bayliner-235-br-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

The Bayliner Discovery 266 is a single-engine pocket cruiser with an enclosed helm to extend the season, and a large fishing cockpit. Our reviewer walks you through all the details. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/09/bayliner-discovery-266-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

A small, inexpensive boat capable of overnight cruising, with a cuddy cabin, the Bayliner Discovery 192 might be the right cruising boat for you. Check it out with reviewer Lenny Rudow. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/09/bayliner-discovery-192-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com

The Boston Whaler 285 Conquest walks that fine line between luxury and utility. It's not an express cruiser, nor is it the ultimate dedicated fishing platform. But by listening to their customers, Boston Whaler has struck a surprisingly good balance between the two. If you want to fish and cruise, and do both in style, it's worth a look. http://features.boats.com/boat-content/2011/09/boston-whaler-285-conquest-video-boat-review/ For more videos, test data, performance charts, and detailed reviews please visit Boats.com