Stepped Trim Tabs
Opted for the upgraded trim tabs. Trim tabs can never be too large and the more surface area they have the more efficient and effective...
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Fishing Blog
The blog is currently being used to share the new Contender 32ST build options instead of the usual fish trip reports. It has taken months of discussions, reviews, decision changing and lots of time to decide how to build the perfect boat for my use.
New boat is supposed to be delivered fall 2022!
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Helm chairs
Got talked into going with the Llebroc helm chairs. Expensive upgrade but they are adjustable and comfortable for those long rides. The...
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Hull gelcoat colors
One of the hardest decisions I have changed my mind on weekly. Gelcoat colors on the hull. I really like a black bottom but its $4k...
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Bow Rail
Opted to upgrade to the one-piece welded bow rail. It looks nicer, is stronger and does not have gaps in its construction that can hold...
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Tackle drawers in leaning post
Apparently the new Contender builds come with the 3-drawer tackle storage in the leaning post. Here is an example of what it should look...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Rod holders
Never seen too many on a boat. You need rod storage on the t-top, on the side of the console, on the sides of the coffin box, and in the...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Livewells
I elected to have all three livewells, two in the aft transom and one in the aft deck floor. I am getting two clear lids for the transom...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Coffin box as lounger
The M-Series console has two coffin lounger options. The standard coffin box or the m-series box. The m-series box has two lids on each...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
T-Top rod holders
Want to add an extra rod holder on the T-Top so I have one in the middle. Will add the kingfish holders on the ends as well. Why not,...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Gemlux Outriggers
Gemlux Bluewater outrigger bases and their internal carbon fiber outriggers are one of the best in the business. Completely adjustable...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Console enclosure three sided with wings
I really like the m-series console enclosure as it wraps around and is smooth without corners. It is real nice to have the enclosure it...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Extra large hard top m-series
The sun is brutal, so went with the extra large T-Top. This also allows more room to mount antennas, radar, lights etc. A hard top is...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Switch panel location
There is an option to have the switches located lower on the vertical section of the console or moved up onto the dash. Went back and...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Console storage without head
Here is the extra storage space gained without the head. Other thoughts were that I could use the greywater storage tank usually...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Console Type
Elected to go with the sport console. I originally wanted the standard console but then I saw a sport console in person. I really liked...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Cabin and Electrical
I added one battery w/switch and the boat comes with two batteries and switches for a total of three. Wanted one for the house battery...
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Engine Options
I wanted the Yamaha F300 XTO DES white engines. They cost $4k more then the grey ones but I really like the way they look and should be...
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