2900 Sport Bridge

The Wellcraft 2900 Sport Bridge was introduced in 1983 as a low-cost alternative to more expensive small flybridge fishboats from Bertram, Phoenix and Blackfin. Built on a medium-deadrise hull, a wide 10-foot, 8-inch beam gives the Sport Bridge plenty of cockpit room for fishing or relaxing in a couple of deck chairs. The interior is arranged with a V-berth forward, a compact galley and head compartment to port, and a convertible dinette to starboard—a very efficient layout that will suit the needs of weekend cruisers or a couple of overnight anglers. Engines are accessed via hatches in the raised forward cockpit sole, and bench seating on the flybridge will accommodate three. On the downside, the finish of the Sport Bridge was less than impressive, and the plywood cabin bulkhead requires plenty of maintenance to keep it looking good. (Note also the narrow side decks.) Standard features included rod holders, a teak bow pulpit, and a swim platform. Among several engine options, the 2900 Sport Bridge will cruise economically at 18–20 knots with optional Crusader 270hp (or Volvo 260hp) inboard gas engines and top out in the high 20s.