What Is A Center Console Boat - A Look Into The Open and Heritage Series
Explore the versatility and family-focused design of Sportsman’s traditional center console boats, featuring our Open and Heritage Series. These deep V-hull boats are perfect for those seeking a blend of fishing capability and comfort for the whole family. Discover how the Open Series balances fishing features with family amenities, while the Heritage Series emphasizes relaxation and sandbar-ready comfort with light fishing options. From offshore angling to lazy days on the water, Sportsman’s center consoles deliver the stability, space, and style needed for any adventure.
For those who want an adaptable boat that delivers the best of both worlds — family leisure and angling functionality — a traditional center console boat is the perfect choice. At Sportsman, our traditional deep V-hull center consoles are available in two lines: the Open Series and the Heritage Series. Each model brings a distinct blend of comfort, versatility, and durability, making these boats ideal for everything from fishing excursions to relaxing days with family and friends.
The Open Series: A Balance of Fishing and Family
The Open Series is designed with both serious anglers and families in mind, providing a true 50/50 balance of fishing functionality and family friendly creature comforts. Built with a deep V-hull, these boats can handle choppy waters and rougher conditions, giving you the confidence to venture farther offshore when needed. Anglers will appreciate the well-thought-out fishing amenities, which include ample rod storage, aquarium livewells, and a spacious layout that ensures everyone has room to move about while fishing.
Beyond fishing, the Open Series is equally suited for family fun. Equipped with plenty of comfortable seating, cup holders, and storage for all your gear, it’s the ideal vessel for a leisurely cruise or an outing to the sandbar. This makes the Open Series the perfect boat for those looking to balance serious fishing needs with the ability to entertain and relax with family and friends.
The Heritage Series: Family-Focused with a Touch of Fishing
If you’re seeking a boat that leans more heavily toward family enjoyment with added fishing capabilities, the Heritage Series is a perfect match. It’s designed with comfort and convenience at the forefront, featuring Sportsman’s unique “Sandbar Mode,” which optimizes the boat for relaxation. With abundant seating, backrests, and cushions, the Heritage Series provides a cozy, luxurious environment for spending quality time on the water.
While the Heritage Series is tailored more toward family outings, it still includes essential fishing amenities for those times you want to cast a line. Aquarium livewells, rod holders, and plenty of casting room make it versatile enough for light fishing trips, but its real strength lies in delivering an unbeatable on-the-water experience for the entire family. From the ample seating to thoughtful storage solutions, everything in the Heritage Series is designed to enhance your day on the water.
Why Choose a Deep V-Hull Center Console?
A defining feature of both the Open and Heritage Series is the deep V-hull design. Known for its exceptional stability and smooth handling, the deep V-hull makes these center console boats well-suited to handle various conditions, whether inshore or offshore. This stability ensures a steady, comfortable ride, even in choppier waters, which is ideal for family outings and longer fishing trips alike.
Traditional center consoles are renowned for their walkaround capability, allowing easy movement from bow to stern. This accessibility is particularly valuable when fishing, as it enables anglers to follow their catch around the boat without obstruction. For families, it offers an open, spacious layout where everyone can relax comfortably, with seating options all throughout.
Sportsman’s Open and Heritage Series: Uniting Comfort and Capability
Whether you’re an angler, a family adventurer, or a bit of both, Sportsman’s Open and Heritage Series center console boats bring versatility and dependability to every outing. The Open Series combines fishing essentials with the creature comforts your family will love, while the Heritage Series leans toward family-centered amenities with just enough fishing functionality for casual outings. Both series are designed to deliver lasting memories on the water, giving you the confidence to make long runs offshore or enjoy a casual afternoon at the sandbar.
At Sportsman, we believe that a center console boat should do more than just perform well on the water; it should adapt to every adventure. With our Open and Heritage Series, you get the flexibility to shift between family fun and fishing in a heartbeat, all with the comfort and quality that Sportsman is known for.