Friday, May 9, 2008

290CC Design Finalized!

We have finalized our 290 Center Console design and have begun constructing the necessary tooling to build the next boat in our 290 Series. We intend to have our initial prototype complete in time for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in October.

Many of our customers have been looking to upgrade from their 250SF, 270SF, and 270TE center console fishing boats. Many have stepped up to our 330 Tournament Edition, but others have been waiting for a product in the 29-30' range.

With forward wrap-around seating and a flip-down forward facing seat for two on the front of the console passengers will be able to relax comfortably or convert the area for hard-core fishing. And the wrap-around windshield with wiper and washdown ensure that the crew will be protected from the elements.

Some of the highlights of this model will include:

  • Expansive wrap-around bow seating for (4) adults
  • (2) insulated 225-quart storage tubs w/ overboard drains
  • (1) insulated 105-quart cooler w/ overboard drain
  • Flip-up forward console seat for two
  • Wrap-around windshield w/ integrated hardtop
  • Dual helm seating w/ flip-up bolster seats
  • Marine head w/ 15-gallon holding tank
  • Fiberglass leaning post w/ 42-gallon livewell
  • (2) insulated 300-quart macerated floor fishboxes
  • Option fold-down transom seating
  • Euro transom w/ walk-through and transom shower
  • Extensive tackle and bulk storage compartments
  • Easy access to service areas

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

290EC Running Video - Exclusive!

Just a quick follow-up to my post about the 290EC Trial Run, here's some of the video that I shot while we performed our initial float and performance testing on the soon to be released 290 Express Cabin.

I shot this video from one of our 330 Tournament Edition boats; keep in mind that I'm no professional photographer or videographer, so please don't pick on the amateur. From the video you should be able to see the quality of the ride, and especially the maneuverability (don't let anyone fool you that a World Cat can't lean into a turn). Oh, and the boat looks great! Enjoy...


Sunday, May 4, 2008

290EC First Splash!

We ran the 290EC Friday at Town Creek Marina in beautiful Beaufort, NC with great success! The boat performed flawlessly, and the ergonomics at the helm where fantastic while operating her. The performance numbers were consistent with the 290DC prop tests, cruise speed was 33MPH and WOT was 48MPH @ 5900RPM.

With our initial float and performance testing complete, we've taken her back home to our factory and will complete the cabin and details of this first prototype in preparation for full production starting in July.

I'll post more photos of the finished prototype once we're complete in the next couple weeks. We're excited to get this boat completed, feedback from customers has been phenomenal. This offshore sportfishing boat is sure to be a big hit!