Owner's Testimonials
Based on my purchase I feel this boat meets my needs. I can fish 5 people easy granted they all know what's they are doing can handle the waves pretty good 3 to 4s
Mike
We looked at many other boats and decided on sportsman and couldn't be happier with our 232 open!
Bryan
Excellent riding boat. Nice layout for fishing and family fun at a good price.
Todd
I'm hooked on Sportsman Boats. The fit and finish of my new Open 232 surpassed my expectations of a boat in this price point. Truly affordable luxury with a soft ride to match. From my sales experience to being on the water, a smooth process that could've only been made better if the boat was free.
Kyle
Finally was able to fulfill a lifelong dream of owning my own boat, and with the wife and kids approval the sportsman 232 open was perfect for us. Very satisfied.
Timothy
My new 232 Open is beautiful! I can't wait till the fish start pilling up on the offshore wrecks. It is going to be a great summer for sure!
Michael
Really love my new 232 Open Platinum Series Boat. Get compliments on the boat all the time. They really paid attention to the details when they built this model. Great amenities and great ride!
Ralph
Ordered my first new boat directly from the manufacture via local boat dealership... all around great experience and love the boat! If I’m ever looking for another new boat, sportsman will be top on my list!
Brian & Koryn
Sportsman's Open 232 design checks all the boxes for the perfect hybrid (fishing, family, etc). I checked out all of the other major brands however, if you are over 6' tall, try to get your legs between the seat and the "not quite center" steering on the competitor's boat! The Open 232 is perfect for my needs. Runs shallow enough to get around in Estero Bay (check out how shallow that is...). Takes the waves nice and dry.
Robert
Great boat at a great price from a great company. Always willing to respond and assist with any concerns
Daniel
Just bought the heritage 232 and love it. Was concerned about its fishability, but it has exceeded all expectations. Doesnt draft much more than my old bay boat so great for the creeks. Also can take a beating in ocean. Best thing is it was great right out of the box. Everything from flares to life vest.
Richard
Love the fit, finish, and quality of my 232 Open. This is my second Sportsman and won’t be my last!
Constantinos
We love our new Sportsman but I will say that we loved the experience of working with our dealer just as much as we love the new boat. There's something to be said about a family owned business. Exceptional experience from the initial discussions with the salesman, to the negotiation process, to the purchase, the captain's training, intro to the parts department and to the delivery.
Robert
This is our dream boat. We have used it every weekend since we purchased it. We have been out Red Snapper Fishing in rough 5 foot seas and loved it! The lights on the boat as well as the underwater lights make it great to see at night and to be seen. The electronics are also great. We Love Everything about this boat.
Sean
I've had the boat for 2 months and have accumulated 65 hrs on the boat already. First time boat owner. Ran the boat in the bay and open ocean several times. Performs well for me and has all the needs I want with the exception of more rod holders are needed, but thats a personal thing.
Jason
I truly enjoy my Sportsman Boat! My wife and friends can’t hardly wait until the weekends so we can smile, laugh, and enjoy life on it. It’s the best riding and smoothest boat I have ever owned.
Reggie
We researched these type of boats for over a year before we made our final decision. We know we made the right choice and could not be happier with the boat. We constantly have fellow boaters that come up to us and comment on the looks of the boat.
Gary Joseph
The Open 232 CC Sportsman is a well designed boat and handles the ocean well. The 250 Yamaha gets the boat up on a plane very quick with 8 adults. The premium package has all the necessary features for fishing and pleasure. The seating area is very comfortable with thick cushions and plenty of storage under each seat. The built in cooler is very large and insulated.
Arthur
I have the 232 open platinum and I get so many compliments people like to say hay nice rig.It makes my day even better on the water.
James
Our 247 has exceeded expectations. The ride is dry and smooth in light bay/gulf chop.
James
This is my 2nd Sportsman. I was very satisfied with my 227 and equally impressed with the 247. Quality and Workmanship, including wiring is second to none. A well thought out Vessel
Charles
The thought process going into building this boat is extremely evident. From the finished bilge area to the pump and electrical access points and the fit and finish. You can tell that real fishing and boating people designed this boat. Sportsman doesn’t just stand behind on what they build, they improve every year with input from their customers. That is the mark of a great company.
Thomas
I have had lots of folks ask if they can walk down the dock to take a look.
Lawrence
I just took ownership of a new Sportsman Masters 247 and couldn't be happier.
Jason
After owning a 227 Masters and deciding to move up to the 247, I could not be happier with my decision. The 247 is the perfect boat for me and my family. Great layout, storage, ride, and drive. It rides extremely smooth and is efficient. Sportsman has picked the best partners with Yamaha, Garmin, JL Audio, and Gemlux, which makes the whole package a winning combo!
Andrew
This is my second Sportsman 247. Researched and drove many other manufacturers but came back to Sportsman. Love their boats and product service is second to none. For the second one, I could have went with any other make but for the money you just can’t beat a Sportsman! I highly recommend riding in the competitors and you’ll see the difference.
Tony
This has been an absolutely amazing boat in and offshore, a fish slaying machine. We love all of the storage areas, the three live wells and the ease to access anything in the bilge area. The service and parts departments at my local dealer has been nothing short of outstanding. Being a fleet manager myself and having dealt with nearly every local dealership of many types of vehicles and equipment, I am well versed in how things should be run, this dealership knocks it out of the park!
Robert
Recently bought my 247 Masters with the second station and I absolutely love it. Great ride, performance and the fit and finish is top notch. I also looked at other boat brands and ultimately landed on the Sportsman. I’m very satisfied with my purchase and my family loves it as well. Looking forward to making lots of memories on the water.
Eric
Great all around boat! Fit, finish and performance are better than expected. Super happy with the purchase, would recommend to anyone.
David
We are in love with our new 247 Masters. Great Value for the quality. Love the layout, ride & fishability.
Blake & Kelly
A little more than a year ago, we started researching to purchase a 22-24ft bay boat. After sea trialing just about every other bay boat in this class, we decided on the 247 Platinum and couldn't be more satisfied. Like anything new, there will be small hiccups, but Sportsman has helped us with every small issue that has come up. Every where we go in our 247, we get compliments on it.. If we had brochures to hand out, we could definitely sell some here on the Gulf Coast of Louisiana!!!
John
Great Boat for fishing and recreation. The Platinum package is a must while adding the trolling motor, jack plate and power pole for your fishing pleasure. The instrument panel is simple and informative. Perfect boat for the waters of Tampa Bay and surrounding areas.
Timothy
Love the smooth ride. No pounding. Everything is conveniently laid out. I've own many boats over the years. Will retire with the Sportsman 247.
George
Have been an avid boater/fisherman for years & owned many boats. The 247 Masters is the perfect boat for the inshore & nearshore waters of the Lowcountry. Quality, Performance, Value...and one of the best looking & riding boats in its class. The Platinum Package has everything you could need installed properly & designed by Sportsman. When you take delivery you put fuel in it and start boating.
Rich
After looking at many bay boats in the 24 foot category I went with the 247 Sportsman. Best looking boat, in my opinion, with many family friendly options. The layout of the boat is well thought out and the quality is great for the price point. I would recommend this boat to those looking for a fishing boat but also want to keep the family in mind.
Kevin
Sportsman Boats continue to progress in quality and innovation with their boats.
John
I spent over a year reviewing many boats and decided on purchasing a Sportsman Masters 247 due the fact of the quality and value of the boat. I have been enjoying every day on the water with it.
Joseph
My search for a bay boat came with high recommendations from friends to go with a Sportsman. I wasn’t disappointed. I am very impressed how dry the Platinum 247 is in rough waters. With a shallow draft and dry chimes, I’m able to fish both backwaters and off shore. Very versatile. A large deck, plenty of rod storage and the 300 hp Yamaha has elevated my fishing trips to top level. It’s also family friendly. Thumbs up Sportsman!
William
It was one of the most researched purchase my wife and I have done on purchasing a boat over 1 Year of boat shows, dealerships and internet searching. The dealership was like going to a family reunion they spent over 2 months of answering questions and looking at all the models, every time with a smile an was happy to see us. The Sportsman Boat and features were outstanding to the other center console boats we looked at. Thank you Sportsman for have a great product and a outstanding dealership
James
Fitment, finish, ergonomics and ride; everything has been well thought through with this boat. I'm looking forward to many years of enjoyment.
John
Waited a long long time to be able to afford my dream boat and that’s exactly what this boat is. A Dream Come True. I love every single aspect of the boat. The 300 Hp Yamaha gets up and goes.
Jay
Sportsman seems to have thought of everything on this 247… Its has everything, is easy to move around and fish from .....just a great boat
Michael
I purchased the Sportsman 247 Master after looking at a few other 24'-25' bay boats. The price is competitive with the other manufactures and the quality of Sportsman exceeds several other manufactures. This is a quality built boat with great layout, finish and hardware.
Chris
I have owned many boats, some smaller and some quiet larger. Size for size the Sportsman 247 is as solid and stable as they come. I can not believe the comfort and dryness of this machine.
Lawrence
This boat is so awesome! It packs every feature I’ve seen on much bigger boats and is laid out for fishing inshore or offshore! I’m very happy with the boat so far and would recommend Sportsman for anybody in the market.
Jeff
Boat is perfect for family fishing, very comfortable, rides great!
Julie