Owner's Testimonials
Sportsman boats are one of the best boats I have found especially when it comes to quality and value! Would recommend their boats over all of those other brands anyone will probably look at while comparing. Believe me.
Jason & Hannah
We loved our Sportsman 232 so much we bought a 282 a year later.
Margaret
First 2 times offshore were great! Hope to catch many more fish and enjoy this boat alot with my Family and friends.
William
I purchased my first sportsman boat in 2012 and I have had no problems with the boat. When I purchased it, the 282 open wasn’t part of the sportsman line when I saw it at the Houston Boat show there was nothing that offered what sportsman offered so the choice was simple. I felt that the sportsman boat was superior to the other boats in the same class. I hope to enjoy years of great fishing on the 282 open.
Denny
I purchased my first Sportsman 211 CC in 2015 at the Fort Myers boat show. I put almost 300 hours on the 150 Yamaha outboard. Great overall boat for recreation and fishing but a little small for when our kids and grandkids come for a visit in Florida. In March 2018 I traded the 211 CC for a 282 CC Sportsman. The 282 CC is probably the best overall boat I have ever owned for recreation and fishing. I would highly recommend Sportsman Boats to anyone interested in Center Console.
Robert
Just took delivery of my new 28 Sportsman. Its first trip was from Palm Beach to Hope Town, Elbow Cay. Boat did fantastic, smooth dry and responsive. Great Ride, Thanks!
Gregory
Boat performs great. Like the layout can be used for serious fishing but also family friendly.
Anthony Jason
Well thought out layout. Easy access to the bow. Great storage in the forward lounge. Controls easily available. Steering and ride excellent.
Bryant
Ordered our 312 Sportsman 2018 back in August. The boat is great, the finish is first class, electronics beyond my expectations. The ride is stable and dry. My wife and I are thrilled. Thank you
Ramon & Elvira
Incredible boat, incredible sales staff, incredible price...mike drop!!!
Richard
Decided to sell some Hotrods and get a boat to go fishing with my 17 year daughter we looked at a lot of boats and for the money the platinum 227 had features others didn't . I don't fish but was told by many to look at sportsman and see lots on my drives during the weekends . Every veteran fisherman that has been on my boat loves the handling and layout . Since I have never owned a boat I take there word. Lines on boat are very slick and have no issues. Would hightly recommend looking at one
Kevin
Love my sportsman 252. I bought it from Erickson Marine in Sarasota Florida and could not be happier with the boat or the dealership. Boat runs great and the Dealership made sure to get me in the perfect boat for me.
Andrew
Best 20ft center console on the market. Very smooth and comfortable ride.
David
Tommy and the sportsman crew have done an outstanding job. This boat is beyond expectations!
Kenneth
Great quality, and costumer service. We love our boat and look forward to upgrading in the future
Herber
This is a great boat. Very maneuverable and fast. The Dealer has been outstanding and gave us a great deal on the boat. he has been very responsive to any questions we have had. Definitely a great place to do business!! Very pleased
Paul
Great Boat in every way, fish just about everyday on it and so far it's living up to the standard.
Michael
I crawled on and rode almost every 22-24 Bay Boat available before I actually stepped onto a Tournament 234. The moment I stepped into the cockpit, I was sold. Big inside, but skinny water ready. Layout just right. Technology and use of current features is cutting edge. And the finish...then I rode on it. And, the deal closed right then.
Ride a T234, look at the features, weigh the cost. A few more bucks gets you a ton more boat. I've had 20 boats in my life. Best value I've owned!
John
Newly puchased boat. Have enjoyed it in both the intercoastal water way and near shore ocean. Now my only wish is I would have bought larger, but it is a great starter boat to learn with before upgrading. Have received so many compliments on the boat its crazy....
Susan
We love everything about our new Sportsman Open 232. The handling and ride in rough conditions in the Chesapeake Bay, the seating and room, the comfortable seat cushions, storage space, and the Simrad stereo. We have had many compliments on how good our boat looks. We are glad we went with the Open 232
Stephanie
The Sportsman 211 is a great near shore boat (40 miles) and has plenty of fuel for a day of fishing. I have upgraded to the 232 Open for more fuel capacity. I live in north Florida where it is a 70 mile trip out to the ledges to fish for tuna and dolphin. The boat is a dry ride in moderate seas (3-4'). The draft on the 211 is 12" and the 232 is 14" allowing you to get in shallow if you still want to fish back water. Recommend a power pole if fishing the shallows. Outstanding Boat for the money.
Alan
I have purchased quite a few boats and I have to say this boat is outstanding!! The fit and finish is top notch as well as the ride and responsiveness of the steering. This is a dry boat which is very comfortable to operate.
Lisa & Philip
Great riding boat, loaded with electronics and great features! Twin 300's really move it along
Brad
I have owned two Sportsman's, a 207 bay boat and 247 Bay Boat. The quality is excellnt and the ride is more than excellent. It's great for fishing in skinny water and the ride and stability allows you to venture offshore for a different kind of fishing. The ride is also very dry and comfortable. I would highly recommend a Sportsman.
William
My family and I are life long avid boaters. We carefully purchased a Sportsman 247 and love the boat.
It exceeds our expectations in all departments.
We use it on weekly basis for fishing as well as cruising.
We get many positive comments on the boat.
Would recommend sportsman boats and do.
Wayne
My Open 212 sportsman is a great boat that accommodates my offshore and inshore fishing needs. Sportsman has built a comfortable fishing machine. The boat handles well in light to small chop (2-3 fts). The Simrad electronics have great custom abilities to find any boat owner. Storage is good but over the top, good for an offshore vessel. Wiring and maintenance hatches allow for great room and ease of work. Overall, very satisfied as a sportsman owner.
Dustin
Really enjoy my open 212 it has been a great boat so far and will be into the future!
Ben
I bought the Heritage 21 it's the first new boat I've bought in 30 plus years. I looked at plenty of boats before buying and none had the amount of standard features that Sportsman offered. The boat looks and handles great . A GREAT BUY I'm extremely pleased with my purchase.
Michael
Over the years we have purchased 8 boats. They were all purchased new since we are so fussy we could never find anything used that suited us. We are very quality and value conscious. After looking at many of the new CC boats available we found the Sportsman Heritage 211 and were very impressed with everything about the boat. And compared to others we considered it was absolutely the best value. And our Sportsman dealer was the best .
James
Picked up a Sportsman Open 232. Great value for the price. The boat has done great so far. Has handled some rough seas in Long Island sound and has proven easy to drive and dock. Feels very stable when under way and when drift fishing. Has lots of features at a good price point. Equipped with the 200hp Yamaha which gets it on plane quickly and has great efficiency . Purchased at Boats Inc. in Niantic. You can go with these guys. They go out of their way to make sure the customer is happy.
Kyle
Incredibly good value... As a result of my Profession (involved deeply in the Marine Industry) I have come to know quite a lot about boats in general. I am not really allowed, because of my profession, to have opinions or make comparisons vs other boat brands. I can say that the fit, finish, performance, overall appearance, very small number of "issues" and overall assembly of Sportsman Boats is an exceptional value and the Manufacturer has integrity.
Glenn
I chose the Sportsman over Triton, Key West and Majek because of comparable ride quality, fit and finish and standard equipment. For me Sportsman delivered comparable performance and the best value. Nobody and no Company is perfect so I don't judge on issues but how they are addressed. Thus far I will say Sportsman and their network have stood behind the product and that speaks much higher than the minor issue I have experienced. Very happy with the product, support and Dealer. Buy one!
Charles
Bigger is better... Moved up this year from a 227 to a 247 and bigger is better. Never did I think you could us a 24' boat with a 300 in the Carolina creeks to catch bait shrimp, keep 4 quarts alive, wash up with fresh water washdown and get on to fishing. With a jack plate we go as skinny as any other smaller bay boat. Yet when we cruise to the drop we are riding in the comfort a bigger boat. The 247 is really a fine choice for coastal fishing. The changes the the Sportsman make every year just make it better.
Zachary
You will not be disappointed in this boat... Best boat I have ever owned. Will do anything you want to do from fishing saltwater or fresh great tournament boat livewells are excellent for live fish weigh ins. And when you want to take the family out for a day on the water preforms great for any water sport, any very comfortable for everyone to enjoy the day. It's like having a whole fleet of boats all in one package
James
I recently purchased a new 23' Sportsman Center Console. What an awesome boat! additionally my salesperson did an excellent job in delivering and explaining the capabilities of this incredible machine.
Timothy
I recently purchased a new 23' Sportsman Center Console. What an awesome boat! additionally my salesperson did an excellent job in delivering and explaining the capabilities of this incredible machine.
Timothy
I absolutely love my 231 Heritage Platinum powered by a 200 HP Yamaha. It fishes wonderfully and is even better on a leisurely trip. Wonderful boat, great layout, and a real head turner.
Justin
The boat is great 231 just riding around breaking it in nice dry ride comfort for all the best part family together and happy can't wait for fishing and tubing.
John
I love my new 23' Sportsman boat. With custom features, green/tan color scheme, and white motor that matches the top of the hull, it's the envy of all around me.
Robert
I looked at several brands & decided to purchase a Sportsman. I visited the factory in Summerville and was impressed with the high quality & standards used in the manufacturing process. It is well built & there are a lot of innovations & attention to detail in the design. The boat rides well in choppy water. The bow design is perfect for Charleston waters. Plenty of seating for entire extended family (seating for 12). The Simrad electronics package is easy to use. Nice lighting package!
Skip
I have the 23 foot heritage. Great boat for fishing and family time on the water. My kids love it, its comfortable doesnt spray you while running just overall a great boat. I would recommend sportsman boats for anyone who wants a nice comfortable sports fishing/leisure boat nothing else better on the market for both!
Jeffrey
Bought the boat in June of 2017 new, performs flawlessly and does well in the ocean with an impressive ride. The electronics from SIMRAD are fantastic and their integration into the boat as part of a unified system is an impressive feature that brought me to Sportsman. Many who have seen the boat have stated that I got the boat at a steal in regards to what other manufacturers similarly spec'd would have charged, I agree. No issues to report thus far.
Ryan
My sportsman center console is an awesome family enjoyment fish killing machine. My wife loves to lay out in front while I slaughter kings, mahi mahi , wahoo, Bonita, and everything that eats my baits in the back. My boat is like an Alabama fan with a mullet business in the front and party in the back. Love my boat !!!
Bradley
This is my first boat purchase so i don't have another experience to compare it to but i must say that I am very happy i picked a Sportsman boat for my first boat. The entire process was fantastic, from selecting the right boat, the sales process, delivery, etc was more than i expected. Being more specific about the boat itself i couldn't be happier, the amenities, the technology, and the ride are fantastic. Very easy to control, the ride is smooth, and everything seems to work perfectly!
Michael
Solid feel and great performance. Took delivery of the boat in Niantic, CT and sailed it home to Warwick, RI. The Heritage 231 took everything the Atlantic coast could throw at it in April. Couldn't be happier with Sportsman.
Matthew