Contender
25 Bay
2007–Current
“The high-performance hull and generous 25’6” LOA combine to deliver an extremely smooth and dry ride. Among its most impressive characteristics, however, may be its speed and efficiency. Top end is high 60’s with the single Yamaha F300 with very little fuel burn.”
–Topspeed.com
“The 25 Bay rides on a beaujpgully controllable double stepped hull that offers a comfortable ride in chop, and can even manage moderate seas.”
–Sport Fishing Magazine
“The foredeck is dedicated to one very large stowage compartment and an anchor locker. Aside from the electric trolling motor the foredeck was completely snag-free — a trait fly fishermen always like.”
–Boats.com
Additional notes (BoatUS)
Overview: Updated version of Contender’s original 25-footer (1984–97) with more beam, integral dive platform makes a great boat even better.@Features: Insulated in-deck fishboxes (3), above-deck 50-gallon round livewell, recessed bow rail, in-deck rod lockers (port & stbd), console head compartment, custom leaning post with backrest, recessed trim tabs, lockable electronics box, pop-up cleats, transom door, anchor locker. @Comments: Semicustom boat—no two are alike. Permit required for legal trailering.@Performance: Over 45 knots top with Yamaha 225s.