BASS CAT
Designed for the serious bass angler, the new Puma is 20 feet, 4 inches in length with a 94-inch beam. Rated for engines up to 300 hp, it comes standard with a 52-gallon fuel tank.
Six storage compartments provide plenty of secure space for gear. Standard features include a built-in triple battery charger, six-bolt jack plate, hydraulic steering with a tilt steering wheel, dual aerated livewells, pop-up cleats, Euro-style bucket seats, net and measuring board storage, front power trim buttons, 6-gauge trolling-motor wiring, a master power switch, and just about every other item a serious bass angler would require.
The Puma is available as a single- or dual-console package with full instrumentation; tandem axle trailers with a swing-away tongue are standard. www.basscat.com
The Bass Cat
BLAZER BOATS
The saltwater tournament market is booming, and the Blazer 2220 Pro was designed for it. This 22-foot, 6-inch bay boat features a 102-inch beam, carries 60 gallons of fuel, and is rated for outboards to 300 hp, yet draws only 12 inches of water fully loaded. The 13-degree transom deadrise enables it to hit speeds in the range of those achieved by bass boats. A jack plate is standard equipment, which provides the interior room of many 24-footers.
The front deck has two rod boxes, an integrated anchor locker, and two massive storage boxes, one of which is insulated, has its own drain, and can serve as a fish box. Standard features include a 35-gallon livewell, 20-gallon baitwell, and a 15-gallon console baitwell, flush-mounted cleats, console rod racks, a leaning post with 94-quart cooler, a raw-water washdown system, center console with windshield and grab rail, and 6-volt trolling-motor wiring with bow plug. www.blazerboats.com
CAROLINA SKIFF
The Pre Rig/DLX-2390, a new addition to the extra-wide series of DLX model boats, is designed to provide additional fishing space in a larger skiff. With a length of 23 feet, 9 inches and a beam of 103 inches, it comfortably fits up to 18 passengers while drafting less than 9 inches. It's rated for motors up to 175 hp.
All DLX-2390 models come equipped with a front deck, deluxe console, short rear deck, bow and stern lights, remote steering system, console instrumentation, bilge pumps, 18-gallon fuel tank and flip-top cooler seat. Upgrades offered are a livewell, leaning post with tackle storage, rod holders, backrest, T-top, and a larger fuel tank. www.carolinaskiff.com