Our new tidewater 28 showed up last week just waiting for electronics to be installed. Was supposed to have 250s was shipped with 300s and they’re keep the price 👍🏻
After having the Cape Horn 27 for a year now, I know why they’re a bit more pricy. The ride is incredible in snotty seas and it’s a very very dry ride. It doesn’t slam at all and everything is really solid. Overall a great boat and serious upgrade from the scout.
Thank you, that was great to see the Yamaha comparison to the other boats. If that seachaser had a simrad for that price I would choose that one, but as is I would be very partial to the Yamaha except I would go with the 255 FSH.
If I had a way to get the Yamaha out of the water regularly, one of the FSH series would be my choice given the price point and features. another great walk through - thanks!
Great video! I picked up the sea chaser with dual simrad and radar just under 115 can't wait for her as well lol coming in September just in time for blackfish , and congrats to those who picked up a boat !
John: Thanks for posting this video and the videos of the other boat shows you have attended this year. I am entertaining the possibility of purchasing a new Bay Boat in the 23 to 24' range. I am hoping pricing may have peaked and there will be some deals out there by the end of this fishing season!
Thanks and with interest rates on the rise, along with everything else, the one benefit may be discretionary luxury items like boats cooling off a bit…..we shall see….
Hey John, great review. FYI, the Sea Hunt has an integrated, pull out boarding ladder at the stern Starboard side. The ladder you saw in the console is for the side entry door on the port side. Nice feature of the GF 25!
I never heard of sea chaser til I went to the AC boat show. It is a very nice boat for that price. When its time for me to buy which is in the next month or so I will be considering the sea chaser.
With how high (like most boats) Sea Hunts prices have gotten I was fully expecting you to be a showing an Ultra 239. Shocked it was a gamefish 25 at that price.
Paul, the various thicknesses of the fiberglass, how it is cured, shape of the hulls for displacement in sloppy weather, stringer designs, fuel tank placement, floatation density and horsepower are just a few things that separate boats. Take one out in the slop and then climb on the same size Edgewater, Everglades or Grady White and then you will see why some go for 100k and others go for 250k.
@@paulbutter1317I own a capehorn 27xs, I fish out of belmar Nj have been out in some sloppy stuff and I don’t think a drop of saltwater hit the deck. One of the driest rides for a boat that size, it cuts through the water like a dream
I have a 252 fsh and have had others . The swim deck and no motors to dodge when fishing is an amazing experience to have . Walk the whole boat and nothing in your way
@@jiggingjerks ended up around 92k with 36v trolling motor 36v lithium ion battery 5k in stereo upgrade and some more sea deck . Been off shore twice boat does a great job at about 1.8 mpg top speed 43 mph
I have a gamefish 25 on order, to my wife and I it seemed like the best layout, good quality and good value. Can’t wait until mid July when the boat will arrive! I ordered from Harborside marina in CT great people and great pricing, I did better than the boat show price you showed. (I’m paying a little more but got more options and my price includes prep, full tank etc)
You will not be disappointed… I have the 25 Gamefish for 5 years now … basically unchanged. It’s a great boat and exceptionally seaworthy. I went to this after years of owning 38 ft boats. I was pleasantly surprised. Good luck with yours.
You know I’m a Cape Horn fan. They are overbuilt. My favorite capes are the 22, 27, and the best 1 is the 31t. I don’t like the 24 layout. I think the 22 has more room. Funny, just a few years ago you could get that 31 for that 24 price.
I have a sea hunt 255SE that just showed up at the dealer, waiting on the engine still. It’s a 22 model year and I paid $120K out the door, tax, registration and trailer. It’s essentially the same as the gamefish series but only a single engine and wrap around rear seating instead of the flip up/down rear seating.
@@jiggingjerks not a bay model. It’s a deep V but you are right there some slight differences between the hulls. The transom dead rise on the GF25 is 21 and the 255SE is 18 midship on GF25 is 24 and that’s the same and the entry on the GF25 is 60 and the 255SE is 55. The true length on the GF25 is 26’ where the 255 is 24’11” and the beam on the GF25 is 9’2” vs 8’9” on the 255. The GF25 has 144 gallon fuel tank vs the 120 in the 255. Draft on the 155 is 14” vs 19” on the GF25.
Finally! A Yamaha review. Are they for diehard fishermen, nope. Are they the best in sporty seas, nope again. But there is a market for this boat. With family comfort, the reliability of twin 180hp Yamaha engines and 80k. Winner winner chicken dinner for some, has everything but a Googan galley!
I priced out the Sea Hunt Gamefish 25 at the 2020 NYC Boat show at Javits...Boat show price was $112k with the exact same setup. How do you like this vs. the Sea Pro 259 Deep V?
Nice video! Appreciate the honest comments. I actually put a deposit on a Yamaha 252 fsh at that boat show however after hearing from other people who have just received their boats, quality control seems to be a huge issue. I’m now reconsidering my deposit and with the market as crazy as it is may wait until next year to find a nice gently used covid boat.
Cape horns prices went insane. My buddy bought a new 24 with 200 zuke 3 years ago for $110k on a trailer. Personally I think the 24 CH is there worst laid out model
@Jigging Jerks I was just quoted $120 for a 22OS on a trailer with basic electronics. I really do like the Cape Horn but I feel the prices no longer justify the boat
I normally like a Cape Horn but man that boat was not good at all especially for the money. I’d never own a sea hunt or sea hunter. I’ve heard bad stories of the hulls splitting. Sea chaser for me
Seriously? Not trying to be mean, but you are actually categorizing a Sea Hunter with those boats reviewed?? You couldn't tie all of those boats he reviewed together and come close to a SH Floridian much less one of their cats.
@@andyboulware6340 it was only mentioned because I’ve seen several with hull issues. I never compared them to one another just said it was on the would not consider buying list due to hull issues. Calm yourself.
Yay...... Sea Hunt! I've been waiting for you to give some shine.
There has not been a boat at that show for the working man in over 15 years.
Our new tidewater 28 showed up last week just waiting for electronics to be installed. Was supposed to have 250s was shipped with 300s and they’re keep the price 👍🏻
Win!!!!
@@jiggingjerks hell yea! Tight lines this season!
Whoo hoo done deal.
After having the Cape Horn 27 for a year now, I know why they’re a bit more pricy. The ride is incredible in snotty seas and it’s a very very dry ride. It doesn’t slam at all and everything is really solid. Overall a great boat and serious upgrade from the scout.
What a great video for anyone looking in the segment the Yamaha for and finish looks great
John the wife and I went to the Newport show the other day…we were checking inside the console for finish like you taught us !
Liking the Cobia 240CC
For the price of that CapeHorn I’d look at a 23 Regulator
Best deal in my opinion is the sea chaser. I was very impressed with the Yamaha boat just not a fan of jet drives
Thank you, that was great to see the Yamaha comparison to the other boats. If that seachaser had a simrad for that price I would choose that one, but as is I would be very partial to the Yamaha except I would go with the 255 FSH.
If I had a way to get the Yamaha out of the water regularly, one of the FSH series would be my choice given the price point and features. another great walk through - thanks!
Great video! I picked up the sea chaser with dual simrad and radar just under 115 can't wait for her as well lol coming in September just in time for blackfish , and congrats to those who picked up a boat !
John: Thanks for posting this video and the videos of the other boat shows you have attended this year. I am entertaining the possibility of purchasing a new Bay Boat in the 23 to 24' range. I am hoping pricing may have peaked and there will be some deals out there by the end of this fishing season!
Thanks and with interest rates on the rise, along with everything else, the one benefit may be discretionary luxury items like boats cooling off a bit…..we shall see….
Hey John , seems like the stripers are slowly moving East. Hope to see you fishing real soon!
Hey John, great review. FYI, the Sea Hunt has an integrated, pull out boarding ladder at the stern Starboard side. The ladder you saw in the console is for the side entry door on the port side. Nice feature of the GF 25!
the deadrise on that cape horn will make the ride smoother than any of the other boats in this video
I am sure it will, but the layout really seem cramped.
I never heard of sea chaser til I went to the AC boat show. It is a very nice boat for that price. When its time for me to buy which is in the next month or so I will be considering the sea chaser.
With how high (like most boats) Sea Hunts prices have gotten I was fully expecting you to be a showing an Ultra 239. Shocked it was a gamefish 25 at that price.
That is an incredible price for a Gamefish 25’!
It's because it only has 300hp. Those boats need twin 200's at minimum. Twin 250's and she rolls out.
Run each boat in 3 foot at 5 seconds...that is where you will see why they are priced where they are!
Explain that please
Paul, the various thicknesses of the fiberglass, how it is cured, shape of the hulls for displacement in sloppy weather, stringer designs, fuel tank placement, floatation density and horsepower are just a few things that separate boats. Take one out in the slop and then climb on the same size Edgewater, Everglades or Grady White and then you will see why some go for 100k and others go for 250k.
@@paulbutter1317 3 foot swell 5 second intervals. A rough day is what he’s getting at.
@@paulbutter1317I own a capehorn 27xs, I fish out of belmar Nj have been out in some sloppy stuff and I don’t think a drop of saltwater hit the deck. One of the driest rides for a boat that size, it cuts through the water like a dream
Enjoy your show
Thank you!!!
i was there it was awesome. I dont know if you saw the new 38 tw but it was awesome except for the helm. Im 6'1 and couldn't see over the bow
I have a 252 fsh and have had others . The swim deck and no motors to dodge when fishing is an amazing experience to have . Walk the whole boat and nothing in your way
Not to mention the price!
@@jiggingjerks ended up around 92k with 36v trolling motor 36v lithium ion battery 5k in stereo upgrade and some more sea deck . Been off shore twice boat does a great job at about 1.8 mpg top speed 43 mph
@@redfish252 how far off can your boat travel to offshore fishing?
I have a gamefish 25 on order, to my wife and I it seemed like the best layout, good quality and good value. Can’t wait until mid July when the boat will arrive! I ordered from Harborside marina in CT great people and great pricing, I did better than the boat show price you showed. (I’m paying a little more but got more options and my price includes prep, full tank etc)
Congrats!!!
You will not be disappointed… I have the 25 Gamefish for 5 years now … basically unchanged. It’s a great boat and exceptionally seaworthy. I went to this after years of owning 38 ft boats. I was pleasantly surprised. Good luck with yours.
I have a 22’-0 Gamefish and am very pleased
You know I’m a Cape Horn fan. They are overbuilt. My favorite capes are the 22, 27, and the best 1 is the 31t. I don’t like the 24 layout. I think the 22 has more room. Funny, just a few years ago you could get that 31 for that 24 price.
I have a sea hunt 255SE that just showed up at the dealer, waiting on the engine still. It’s a 22 model year and I paid $120K out the door, tax, registration and trailer. It’s essentially the same as the gamefish series but only a single engine and wrap around rear seating instead of the flip up/down rear seating.
Isn’t the SE Series the Bay Model? I think deadrise is different too, no?
@@jiggingjerks not a bay model. It’s a deep V but you are right there some slight differences between the hulls. The transom dead rise on the GF25 is 21 and the 255SE is 18 midship on GF25 is 24 and that’s the same and the entry on the GF25 is 60 and the 255SE is 55. The true length on the GF25 is 26’ where the 255 is 24’11” and the beam on the GF25 is 9’2” vs 8’9” on the 255. The GF25 has 144 gallon fuel tank vs the 120 in the 255. Draft on the 155 is 14” vs 19” on the GF25.
Great video
Awesome love those show"s....Next time can you do 17foot - 21foot center console's ?
I can try. They don’t bring many of those to these shows unfortunately. The money is all in the bigger boats.
Finally! A Yamaha review. Are they for diehard fishermen, nope. Are they the best in sporty seas, nope again. But there is a market for this boat. With family comfort, the reliability of twin 180hp Yamaha engines and 80k. Winner winner chicken dinner for some, has everything but a Googan galley!
Hey buddy!! Next year, let's plan to meet at the AC show if you plan on coming down!
Absolutely Bob!
What happened with the order with eastward?
Still on. Hoping for a December 2022 build slot
@@jiggingjerks Awesome! My brother has the same time slot as you!
There just doesn’t seem to be that much room to fish on any of those models. Do any of them offer without all that extra seating?
Not these brands unfortunately
Yes, Cape Horn offers a 24OS model which does not have forward seating. It is otherwise identical to the 24XS shown.
Great review, btw John. 👍
I priced out the Sea Hunt Gamefish 25 at the 2020 NYC Boat show at Javits...Boat show price was $112k with the exact same setup. How do you like this vs. the Sea Pro 259 Deep V?
I’m a big fan of the Sea Pro - I think it feels a lot bigger than the SH.
I loved this video
Thank you Zachary!!!
Check out Everglades if you're looking for the perfect offshore boat. Any size, doesn't matter.
I owned a 29 Pilot - still consider best riding boat I ever owned
Sea hunt
Nice video! Appreciate the honest comments. I actually put a deposit on a Yamaha 252 fsh at that boat show however after hearing from other people who have just received their boats, quality control seems to be a huge issue. I’m now reconsidering my deposit and with the market as crazy as it is may wait until next year to find a nice gently used covid boat.
What did you end up doing brother?
You and your boat shows! How about going cod fishing on a party boat like the rest of us!
I may be togging Saturday. We shall see
Cape horns prices went insane. My buddy bought a new 24 with 200 zuke 3 years ago for $110k on a trailer. Personally I think the 24 CH is there worst laid out model
I’ll be curious to see 2023 prices. Hitting the Stuart Boat Show tomorrow
@Jigging Jerks I was just quoted $120 for a 22OS on a trailer with basic electronics. I really do like the Cape Horn but I feel the prices no longer justify the boat
@@kylemcmaster7097 yeah, things are crazy
The wiring on that Cape was frightening… looked low budget from the glimpse you gave us.
Not unusual for midtier boats but they usually cover it up. Was very surprised it was exposed like that
Go over center consoles without forward seating
Those are few and far between unfortunately especially in this size.
@@jiggingjerks that’s unfortunate most of them have weird forward seating
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The Yamaha makes me claustrophobic. Appears to be too tight of space, too much going on.
Hey John I will be in the water 5/1. I will be in touch and we can do a water test on my Sea Pro 239. Talk to you soon #seapro239
Cape Horn was a disappointment at that price and seemed very crowded
I love the brand but have to agree. It felt smaller than it’s size
Bash away....lol. not that impressed with the boats.....
I normally like a Cape Horn but man that boat was not good at all especially for the money. I’d never own a sea hunt or sea hunter. I’ve heard bad stories of the hulls splitting. Sea chaser for me
Seriously? Not trying to be mean, but you are actually categorizing a Sea Hunter with those boats reviewed?? You couldn't tie all of those boats he reviewed together and come close to a SH Floridian much less one of their cats.
@@andyboulware6340 it was only mentioned because I’ve seen several with hull issues. I never compared them to one another just said it was on the would not consider buying list due to hull issues. Calm yourself.
Thanks john, good stuff! Appreciate the reviews and honesty. Unable to go to a boat show this year but watching your vids was just as good!
Hunt hands down
We ran a cape 22 on Lake Erie and it was the worst riding boat I have ever been on. Not impressed