3100 Open

The Tiara 3100 Open is one of those exceptional boats whose enduring popularity make her a classic design in every sense of the word. (Indeed, she remained pretty much unchanged from her 1979 introduction until replaced in the Tiara fleet with a new 3100 Open model in 1992.) Aside from her quality construction and sporty profile, the appeal of the 3100 has much to do with her large fishing cockpit and comfortable, teak-trimmed interior. Lots of builders talk about versatility in a particular model, but few boats can really walk the walk. The 3100 does: install some outriggers, fish box and a baitwell, and she’s a serious tournament-level fishing machine. For those into cruising than fishing, a radar arch, swim platform and extra cockpit seating will turn the 3100 into an extremely capable family express with the ability to handle most open-water conditions (although she can sometimes be a wet ride in a chop). Notable features include wide side decks, bow pulpit, good engine access, and excellent nonskid. Standard 350hp gas inboards cruise in the low 20s and reach a top speed of 32–33 knots. Note that Tiara continued to produce this boat well into the 1990s as the Pursuit 3100 Express Fisherman.