Owner's Testimonials
I've had my 214 for just over a month now and love the layout and fishability. It's a pretty quick with the 200SHO which really helps when trying to cover alot of ground fishing! Looking forward to many fun years with it!
Joshua
The boat has been awesome. Handles chop and goes shallow. The VMAX is the way to go. Plenty of power.
Matthew
Sportsman Boats offer a high quality boat at a fair price. From the hardcore Angler to the boater that loves spending recreational time with family on the water. Sportsman has your needs covered with a variety of options in size from large to small. With emphasis on comfort , performance, fit and finish there really is only one choice in brand. With very high standards and pride in a job well done Sportsman Boats is constantly looking to improve your boating experience.
Tony
I purchased a Tournament 234 to use as a secondary boat for my Charter business. The boat totally exceeds my expectations! I love it and more importantly my clients love it!
Gregory
We live and boat on Bogue Sound midway between Swansboro and Morehead City, NC. It isn’t unusual to have it blow up into a 2 ft chop in the late afternoon. Our old skiff would beat us up pretty bad on our way back after a day of fishing with the wet ride taking 30-35 minutes from either of our favorite areas. Our new Sportsman Tournament 234 allows us to get home in 15 smooth, dry minutes. Great ride, nice quality and an easy fishing machine. Exactly what we were looking for in a Bay boat.
Jeffrey
Really enjoying our new sportsman. A fishing machine ready off the sales lot. Fun fun fun.
Steve
My wife and I are enjoying our boat and are looking forward to spending more time on it!
Joseph & Jean
Incredibly dry comfortable ride, especially for a bay boat. Prettiest lines of any boat in its class.
Frederick
Purchased my Masters 247 four years ago. I liked the boat so much I recently purchased a new 2020 model. The boat does everything I want it to do. I use it primarily for fishing but it also is a great family boat as well. Before purchasing I did extensive research and product comparisons. Bottom line my new boat has the best overall quality and features of any boat I researched. Also was competitively priced with other boats I considered.
James
After a year of ownership, I continue to be pleased with performance, build and finish of my SPORTSMAN MASTERS 247.
John
I have been very pleased the 247 Masters Bay Boat. Good ride and handling
Christopher
Our 247 has exceeded expectations. The ride is dry and smooth in light bay/gulf chop.
James
If you are looking for a boat to go out for a dinner excursion, a raft up with family and friends or getting to the fishing grounds in comfort and style the Sportsman 282 Open has it all. All of our guest are always comfortable and complimenting of our newest boat. The fit and finish meets the price point with some very nice added features. Our local dealer and Sales rep have been exceptional from the beginning. They made the entire experience exceptional even in a 32 degree day!
Jenna
Exceeds my expectations. Performance and ride is unbelievable
Bernard
I am extremely happy with my purchase. I am very impressed with the ride of the boat. It handles rough water and wakes really well and feels very stable. The many extras that come standard with this boat are a huge plus.
Walter
I was unsure about which manufacturer was best for me after months of research. I couldn't be happier to have purchased a Sportsman Boat.
Charles
I just want to express the pride I feel being the owner of my Sportsman 252 Open center console. The boat is built extremely well with great attention to detail and material used throughout the boat. Smooth comfortable dry ride. I hold my head up high in my Sportsman Boat.
Troy
We love the 252 Sportsman. Great quality for a well priced boat. Sportsman packaged the boat with top of line features. We have other boats turning around to see what boat we are driving. Great boat to fish from. It is not the boat's fault were are doing a lot of fishing and very little catching.
John & Joan
Sportsman and Yamaha quality what a great combination what is standard equipment on sportsman is optional with others! Why look elsewhere Sportsman MFG has what you need!
James
Boat performs well when heading offshore on the Gulf of Mexico and very stable when deep dropping. The deck is well thought out and easy to access all pumps, electrical, and filters. Great Standard features and excellent choice for upgrades when ordering. My favorite is the company answers me direct since I have issues using local service center. Again this is great boat from a owner who has had every top tier boat from 23-31 ft previously and decided to step out of the “Ad’s Name Game!!!”
Brian
New 252 Open review... Performance: 5 stars... Comfort: 5 stars... Reliability: 5 stars... Electronics: 5 stars... Storage: 5 stars... Overall, I'm extremely happy with my 252 Open, Its a nice family boat and if I want to take customers out on a fishing trip for entertainment I have no worries that they will have fun and be safe in the open Ocean. My Yamaha motors are economical and very reliable for ocean cruising or deep sea fishing
Ronald
Sportsman continues to deliver beautiful, safe, and awesome boats! Combined with the customer support non parallel to any other. Whatever you need, Sportsman will have you taken care of!
Kurtis
Sportsman Boats offers great quality product with many factory options at a great price point. Boat is built solid and constructed with quality parts, you get all of this with out the big brand name price.
David
When My wife and I decided to upgrade from my 204fx, I came across Sportsman at my dealership. We were undecided between the 232 and 242 because of the price increase. After a quick test ride we knew the 242 would better suit the waters we frequent. The boat has exceeded all my expectations. From the craftsmanship to the performance. Not only am I glad we found sportsman but that we went for the 242! If you are undecided between the 232 and 242 I say go for the 242.
Anthony
Sportsman 242 is an awesome boat. I am very pleased with the quality and the ride. Would highly recommend this boat to anyone.
Russell
We have owned 10 boats and the Sportsman 242 is the BEST! Extremely smooth ride in rough water. Steers and handles very well at higher speeds. I definitely recommend the Sportsman Boats and would buy another one.
David
We recently purchased a 24 Sportsman 242 Open. We live in the Tampa Bay area with great access to the Gulf, Bays and rivers. We wanted a dry boat since Tampa Bay gets choppy, as well as a boat with plenty of seating and beverage holders. After owning the boat for a month and taken it out in various conditions 6 times it has delivered on all of our checklist items. The boat handles very well in choppy waters, is a very dry boat with plenty of seating for cruising with friends.
Christopher
Great boat for the money. Durable, lot of features, rides great on rough water.
Kim
So far I have been please with my second Sportsman----still missed the first one but needed a bigger boat. I am impressed with the small details that Sportsman has paid attention to: Example was finger groves on the oh crap handle bars!
Danny
great product: well designed, constructed. a real pleasure to captain. Really had the angler, in mind w/design. Great for family use. Represented by a dealership that exudes professional- excellent service. making the buying experience easy and fun.
Glen
After casting the net wide on a new boat purchase for fishing and cruising, we quickly settled on the Sportsman 232 Open. The experience has been highly professional and informative with both the vessel and the dealer delivering on everything they committed to.
Charles & Michael
Amazing boat. Want something that is reliable and a lot of fun, get you a Sportsman
Ryan
We love our new Sportsman 232. The boat handles well and is well equipped. Fits 5-6 people comfortably while pleasure cruising. Fishes 4 people comfortably with plenty of space.
Nolia
Awesome buy. Runs perfect and I’m extremely happy. Thanks for making an affordable boat that was ready to go. My next boat will be a bigger sportsman. I’m sold.
Clinton
We were purchasing our first boat and did a lot of research into a lot of different brands. The Sportsman Open 232 checked all of our wish list boxes and we have been extremely happy with our purchase.
Kimberlie
Owner of a 232 Sportsman, have enjoyed every minute on the water.
David
I looked at every possible boat in this class and couldn't get enough of the Sportsman 232 Open. The smooth ride, quality of fit and finish, and the included options was unparalleled.
Brian
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