Mako 284 CC

Standard Mako 284 CC cockpit features include major items like an aluminum T-top with five rod holders and running lights, leaning post with backrest and storage, and a bait prep station with four more rodholders and a 50-gallon baitwell with a clear lid to simplify checking on the health of the bait. Floor port and starboard fish boxes include macerators. More rods fit under the gunnels and in flush-mount gunnel holders. The head compartment has lights, freshwater sink with pull-out shower, hanging locker and more rod storage. A beam of almost 10 feet creates plenty of cockpit space. Transom deadrise is 21 degrees. Fuel capacity is 235 gallons. Twin 200-hp outboards are standard, with a pair of 300s maximum. Contact Mako Boats, www.mako-boats.com; (888) 434-7487.

Sea Fox 187

Twin pedestal console seats and a rear bench with backrests delivers Sea Fox 187 Center Console passengers to and from the fishing in comfort. Other standard fishing amenities include an aerated 19-gallon livewell, stainless rod holders and a 12-volt power point on the console. No-wood construction features closed cell foam flotation and foam-cored deck. Deadrise is 19 degrees, and the 1,700-pound hull drafts 12 inches. Fuel capacity is 50 gallons. Contact Sea Fox Boat Co., 2550 Hwy. 52, Moncks Corner, SC 29461; (843) 761-6090; www.seafoxboats.com.