Boats

New Boats at the 2020 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

The latest crop of fishing machines introduced at this year’s show.

By SWS Staff

Updated: November 3, 2020

2020 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show aerial photo

The 2020 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show was held as originally scheduled, from October 28 through November 1. Cindi Perantoni (Kreps DeMaria)

Depite the pandemic, organizers of the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the world’s second largest event of its kind, said “the show must go on,” and many of the exhibiting boatbuilders took the opportunity to launch new, jaw-dropping rides to wow discerning anglers and their families.

Yellowfin 54 Offshore

Length: 54’ | Beam: 15’ | Fuel: 900 gal. | Water: 90 gal. | Weight: 27,000 lbs. (approx.) SWS Staff

Yellowfin 54 Offshore with quad outboards

The Yellowfin 54 Offshore offers big-boat capabilities ideal for bluewater fishing, combined with a high level of creature comforts. SWS Staff

The helm of Yellowfin’s new flagship includes seating for three and a massive dash to accommodate a trio of large MFDs and much more. SWS Staff

A starboardside door makes boarding and loading at the dock easier, and also helps bring a big catch aboard. SWS Staff

Beneath the Yellowfin’s console, overnighting quarters include a queen berth, fully equipped kitchenette, wraparound seating and a head. SWS Staff

SeaVee 450Z

The 450Z is rigged for quad outboards of virtually any amount of horsepower, and offers a variety of tower and seating options. SWS Staff

The 450Z’s console includes an integral windshield frame and an oversized dash to accommodate practically any offshore electronics package, including three 22-inch MFDs. SWS Staff

The SeaVee’s cabin features a convertible settee with a hi/lo table, galley complete with microwave oven, fridge, food prep area and sink, plus a well-appointed private head compartment. SWS Staff

The SeaVee’s livewell pump system includes a sea chest and dual water pickups to keep bait alive and eliminate aeration problems typically found on stepped hull boats. SWS Staff

Invincible 46 Cat

Length: 46’11” | Beam: 12’ | Deadrise: Variable | Fuel: 1,000 gal. | Max HP: 1,800 SWS Staff

Forward console seating/lounging hides ample coffin-style storage underneath, flanked by vertical rod racks on both sides. SWS Staff

Invincible 46 Cat seating under the hardtop

The Invincible’s helm seating consist of three adjustable captain chairs with flip-up bolsters and pull-down arm rests, with a second row of similar seats, all under the hardtop. SWS Staff

A bench right behind the second-row seating accommodates three facing the aft cockpit, to easily keep tabs on the lines. SWS Staff

The 46 Cat’s transom livewells afford ample live-bait capacity, enable separation of bait species, and includes tuna tubes to keep bonito or small tuna alive. SWS Staff

Pursuit S 428

The Pursuit’s forward console seating/lounging incorporates a dual chaise with adjustable arm- and backrests, plus twin seats with adjustable backrest right in front. SWS Staff

The console of the S 428 features an aft-tilting helm with fold-out footrest, instrumentation visor, and enough mounting surface for two large MFDs, gauges, switches, and much more. SWS Staff

Seating aboard the newest Pursuit includes an aft-facing, bench-style mezzanine seat with armrests and storage below, and a pair of power-sliding, forward-facing bridge chairs behind the triple helm seats. SWS Staff

Bookended by twin livewells in the aft corners of the S 428, a transom seat with flip-up backrest easily folds out of the away when fishing. SWS Staff

Robalo R360

The R360’s forward seating includes a console lounger with molded armrests and stowage underneath, plus U-shaped bow seating with insulated storage, recessed grab rail, and forward-facing backrests for lounging. SWS Staff

The helm of the Robalo features triple bolster seats, and a roomy dash with a Simrad electronics suite complete with radar, chart plotter/fish finder, VHF radio and more. SWS Staff

The R360’s hardtop with powder-coated frame includes an overhead skylight and electrically actuated rod holder frame. SWS Staff

An aft-facing bench with removable tackle box storage, and a full transom seat with fiberglass cover hatch that folds flush provide generous seating in the cockpit. SWS Staff

Solace 41CS

An integrated hardtop with electronically actuated, fully opening windshield protects the smartly equipped helm of the Solace, with an electrical helm riser and numerous other features and conveniences. SWS Staff

The luxurious, air-conditioned cabin of the 41CS houses twin settee seating that converts to a queen bed, wood cabinetry, enclosed head with overhead shower, 32” LED TV, premium sound system, and more. SWS Staff

Mezzanine seating for three on the Solace includes removable, magnetic cushions, slide-out footrest, storage drawers, leader spool holders, knife/plier storage, and twin YETI 45 coolers. SWS Staff

A pair of 50-gallon, pressurized transom livewells with aquarium window are strategically located in opposite corners of the Solace cockpit. SWS Staff

Caymas 401 CC

Forward console seating/lounging for two on the Caymas includes ample, coffin-style storage underneath, and vertical rod racks to port and starboard. SWS Staff

The elevated center helm with Rybo-style, faux teak helm pod on the 401 CC is surrounded by three large MFDs, digital gauges, switches, A/C vents, and other essentials, all in plain view and at arms length. SWS Staff

Like any topnotch offshore fishing machine, the Caymas includes a cockpit side door among its numerous features. SWS Staff

The transom of the 401 CC boasts 7 flush-mount rod holders, and dual 45-gallon livewells with clear lids fed by a premium Hooker Electric pump system. SWS Staff

Scout 425 LXF

Accessible by port and starboard transom doors, the Scout’s integrated swim platform doubles as an engine bracket. SWS Staff

Shielded from the elements by the hardtop with integrated windshield and side windows, the helm of the 425 LXF features a glass dash with triple MDFs, and three-across bolster seating with flip-down arm rests. SWS Staff

For entertaining or chilling with the crew, an aft countertop with sink and cooktop is easily accessible in the cockpit, and a pair of pull-out stools hide under it. SWS Staff

Everglades 235CC

Bow seating on the Everglades includes substantial storage beneath, all-round coaming pads that double as backrests, and removable backrests for lounging to port and starboard. SWS Staff

The helm of the 235 CC provides unobstructed view and a number of design elements that put dual MDFs, switches, engine monitoring display, trib-tab rockers and other key equipment right at your finger tips. SWS Staff