Step up to a new level of cruising with this hot collection of cuddy cabins. With the optimum power, luxurious cockpits and plush interiors, these entries provide unlimited boating adventures for the whole family!


Regal’s 2450 Cuddy
Regal’s 2450 Cuddy offers all the creature comforts for exciting family fun on the water. Impressive features start at the standard extended swim platform with its concealed, retracting stainless steel ladder and handy grab handle for easy access out of the water. Just forward, on the transom, are three compartments providing space for fenders, lines and water toys. There’s another compartment to starboard designated for the available hand shower. A portside transom walk-thru allows easy access to the cockpit and seating abounds with a U-shaped lounge and pair of swivel buckets forward. Both seats offer pop-up leaning bolsters. Other cockpit amenities include standard carpeting, a 25-quart cooler, several drink holders, a refreshment centre plus an in-floor locker. Access to the cabin is via a large, lockable acrylic door. You’ll find a spacious U-shaped lounge with filler cushions, clothes locker and two portholes with screens to provide optimum cross ventilation. A chemical head, reading lights and carbon monoxide detector are also standard.

Length Overall: 26'3"/8.0m
Beam: 8' 6"/2.5m
Weight (approx. dry): 4,650 lbs./2,109 kg
Draft: n/a
Fuel Capacity: 62 gal./234 L
Max. Power: 375 hp
Base Price: $ 62,416 w/270 hp Volvo
Penta 5.0 L Gxi Duoprop

Price supplied by Regal Marine
Orlando, Florida (407) 851-4360
www.regalboats.com

Four Winns’s 245 Sundowner
Four Winns’s 245 Sundowner has a length of 26 feet with a beam of eight feet, six inches. Family boaters are offered a large U-shaped lounge, two swivel bucket seats and a refreshment centre featuring a sink, pressurized water, Corian counter top and two cup holders. Drivers will appreciate the compass, depth sounder, Faria fog-resistant gauges, stereo remote and tilt wheel. All gauges and instruments are set in a burlwood dash with silver trim. The 245’s cabin is just as impressive. Easy access is provided by a set of dual bi-fold doors and once inside, you’ll enjoy the convertible U-shaped lounge, padded backrests and set of portals port and starboard. Rounding out the 245 is a two-tiered swim platform with port and starboard grab handles, a ski-eye and a large locker stretching nearly the entire beam. For even more excitement, its maximum power rating is 375 horses allowing long distant cruises or water sports.

Length Overall: 26’9”/8.15m
Beam: 8’6”/2.59m
Weight (approx. dry): 4,680-4,940 lbs.
/2,120-2,240 kg.
Draft (drive down): 36”/.91m
Fuel Capacity: 65 gal./246 L
Max. Power: 375 hp
Base Price: $57,000 w/Volvo Penta
280 hp 5.7 L Gi
Price supplied by Don Hyde Marine
Hagersville, ON (905) 768-3267
www.donhydemarine.com (Page Top)

Monterey’s 248 LSC Montura
You can’t ask for much more in a 26-foot cuddy than Monterey’s 248 LSC Montura. Enter the cockpit via the swim platform and transom walk-thru and you’re greeted with a deep, plush L-lounge and two adjustable bucket seats forward. The companion console houses a glove box while the helm is built on a non-glare dash offering an array of neatly arranged gauges and rocker switches. The switches and wheel also come easily to hand. Another highlight is its integrated fiberglass floor liner providing easy clean-ups. Situated between the helm and companion console is a sliding companionway door that leads to the cabin. This door also features a set of moulded steps for safe access up to the foredeck. The 248’s cabin is spacious, stylish and showcases a convertible V-berth, wet bar plus a recess for the Porta-Potti. Some other appointments include a cockpit refreshment centre featuring a wet bar, cooler and ample storage. It even has room for an optional refrigerator.

Length Overall (w/swim platform): 26’7”/8.12m
Beam: 8’6”/2.60m
Weight: 5,100 lbs./2,315 kg
Draft (drive down): 37”/.93m
(drive up): 24”/.60m
Fuel Capacity: 77 gal./291 L
Max. Power: 375 hp
Base Price: $65,070 w/300 hp
MerCruiser 350 MAG Bravo III
Price supplied by Lefroy Harbour Resorts
Lefroy, ON (705) 456-2120
www.lefroyharbour.com

Doral 245 Escape
Doral Boats couldn’t have chosen a more suitable name for this model. With an LOA of 25 feet, six inches, and beam of eight feet, six inches, company designers made optimum use of onboard space to offer the ultimate in comfort. Convenience starts at the stern with the large swim platform featuring a recessed ladder and cushioned sun pad to catch the rays. Its seating layout includes a large L-lounge, which stretches from starboard all the way to amidships on the starboard side, and two adjustable buckets at the companion console and helm. Helm highlights include deluxe gauges and heavy-duty power steering system. A compass, deluxe wood steering wheel and depth gauge are optional. Down in the cabin, there’s a convertible berth, easily accessible China head, directional cabin lighting and a deck hatch with screen.

Length Overall: 25’6”/7.80m
Beam: 8’6”/2.62m
Weight (approx. w/5.7 L engine): 4,580 lbs.
/2,081 kg
Draft (drive down): 34”/.86m
(drive up): 19”/.48m
Fuel Capacity: 54 gal./205 L
Max. Power: 375 hp
Base Price: $73,320 w/MerCruiser
6.2L MPI Bravo I
Price supplied by Doral Boats
Innisfil, ON (705) 431-7177
www.doralboat.com (Page Top)

Bayliner 212
Optimum comfort and performance without breaking the bank best describes Bayliner’s 212 cuddy cabin. The cockpit comes with an AM/FM/CD stereo with two speakers and a CD controller with a plug-in jack and niche for a CD/MP3 player. To relax and listen to the tunes, the seating layout includes a pair of aft seats that convert to a sun lounger. All upholstery is made of heavy-duty marine-grade vinyl for added durability. Drivers will appreciate the several gauges, padded wheel with power-assisted, rack and pinion steering and the 12V accessory outlet for cell phones or other small electronics. The cabin is just as impressive with a portable head, cushioned V-berth and ample storage space. It also has a lockable bi-fold door to keep gear and supplies safe. Some other appointments include an anchor locker with roller, integrated transom platform with a three-step stainless ladder, and a wrap-around safety glass windshield.

Length Overall: 21’3”/6.48m
Beam: 8’2”/2.49m
Approx. Weight
(w/std. engine): 3,218 lbs./1,460 kg
Max. Draft: 2’11”/.89m
Fuel Capacity: 55 gal./208 L
Max Power: n/a
Base Price: $35,335 w/220 hp 5.0 L MerCruiser w/Alpha I drive
Price supplied by Bayliner
Knoxville, TN (888) 890-7315
www.bayliner.com

Maxum 2400 SC3
The 2400 SC3 is a day cruiser at heart, but when the duty calls she can easily pull double duty as the ideal overnighter. Its spacious cabin boasts a convertible V-berth, portable Porta-Potti, overhead lighting and ample storage space. The creature comforts continue above decks with a large swim platform and large transom storage compartment. An aft bench, a back-to-back sleeper seat to starboard plus a helm bucket provide ample seating for family and friends. The optional sport seating offers an L-lounge if you need more seating space. An optional entertainment centre featuring a sink, storage and facet is also available. The helm has an array of gauges with brushed aluminum bezels and the tilt wheel offers rack and pinion steering with power assist. When it comes to powering the 2400, a 220 hp 5.0 L MerCruiser with an Alpha I sterndrive comes standard while other engine offerings range from 250 up to 375 horses.

Length Overall (w/swim platform): 26’/7.92m
Beam: 8’6”/2.59m
Approx. Weight
(w/base engine): 4,526 lbs./2,053 kg
Max. Draft: 1’8”/.51m
Fuel Capacity: 70 gal.265 L
Max Power: 375 hp
Base Price: $48,607 w/220 hp 5.0 L MerCruiser w/Alpha I drive
Price supplied by Maxum Boats
Knoxville, TN (888) 669-1053
www.maxumboats.com (Page Top)

Starcraft 2312 I/O
Starcraft serves up the fun for 2005 with its 2312 I/O cuddy cabin. This model is perfect for day cruising with its spacious cockpit offering a large, reverse U-shaped lounge featuring backrests at both ends. You can easily board thanks to the centre transom walk-thru and once inside, entertaining is simplified with the pedestal cockpit table. Another thoughtful feature is the plush doublewide helm seat, which faces a console offering an array of gauges, rocker switches and a compass. Between the port and starboard console is the companionway door leading to the cabin. Down here, you’ll appreciate the cushioned V-berth, plenty of storage, a cedar closet plus a Porta-Potti. The standard filler cushions convert the V-berth to a six-foot bed. When it comes to powering the 2312, the maximum rating is a MerCruiser 320 hp 6.2 L MPI. Some options to consider is the tilt, hydraulic steering and Fishermen’s upgrade that includes a baitwell, rod holders and casting deck.

Length Overall: 23’4”/7.1m
Beam: 102”/2.59m
Dry Weight: 3920 lbs./1778 kg
Draft: n/a Fuel Capacity: 75 gal./283.9L
Max Power: 320 hp
Base Price: n/a
For more information contact
Starcraft Boats, Topeka, IN
(219) 593-2500
www.starcraftmarine.com

Stingray 240 CR
Enhance your adventures this summer with Stingray’s 240 CR. This 23-foot cuddy cabin offers big features in a compact, trailerable package to offer unlimited boating excitement. A plush U-shaped lounge with padded backrests and two forward swivel seats provide ample seating for your family and friends. Add the filler cushions and the aft bench easily converts into a huge sun pad. Surrounding this entire forward section is a large safety glass windshield with side shields. The cockpit also highlights a refreshment centre with sink and cooler storage, plus a set of handy integrated steps to access the fore deck. Located to port, just beside the steps, is a companionway door with a set of windows leading into the cabin. A convertible V-berth with cushions, a freshwater sink, adjustable lights and Porta-Potti with a self-contained holding tank are just some of the highlights. The Porta-Potti is also available with a dock side pump-out.

Length Overall: 23’6”/7.1m
Beam: 102”/2.59m
Dry Weight: 4037 lbs./1,831 kg
w/5.0L MPI engine
Max. Draft (drive down): 34”/.86m
(drive up): 17”/.43m
Fuel Capacity: 68 gal/257 L
Max Power: n/a
Base Price: $34,896 w/220 hp 5.0 L
Volvo Penta SX Drive
Price supplied by Stingray Boats
Hartsville, SC (843) 383-4507
www.stingrayboats.com (Page Top)

Rinker 262 Captiva
Form, function and design are the three main factors that qualify this 28-footer as the ideal family runabout. The swim platform features a recessed stainless steel ladder and there’s a transom walk-thru for easy access to the cockpit. This walk-thru flanks an expansive sun pad that easily converts to a relaxing chaise lounge. The 262’s seating layout includes a portside bench plus an L-shaped lounge extending from the transom walk-thru around to the companion bucket seat, which faces a glove box and heavy-duty grab rail. Drivers will appreciate the two-tiered helm with a series of gauges above and rocker switches below on both sides of the tilt wheel. All gauges are backlit. Other helm appointments include a VHF radio and compass. Directly behind the driver’s bucket seat is a refreshment centre featuring a sink, trash receptacle and two drink holders. Rounding out the 262 is a spacious, stylish cabin offering a convertible V-berth, clothes locker and enclosed head.

Length Overall: 28’2”/8.58m
Beam: 8’6”/2.59m
Weight: 5,350 lbs./2,427 kg
Draft (drive down): 36”/.91m
(drive up): 22”/.91m
Fuel Capacity: 85 gal./321.7 L
Max. Power: 425 hp
Base Price: n/a
For mor information contact
Rinker Boats, Syracuse, IN
(574) 457-5731 www.rinkerboats.com

Sea Ray 215 Weekender
If your day cruises often turn into overnight adventures, then the 215 Weekender should be on your shopping list for the 2005 boating season. The 215 offers a plush and spacious cabin complete with a V-berth that converts to a full bed with the standard filler cushions. There’s also an enclosed head, dinette and ample storage space.

Above decks is just as impressive. You’ll find an expansive cockpit offering a large driver’s seat, a starboard side sleeper and an aft bench. All seats feature marine-grade vinyl with UV and mildew protection. Another seating layout is available which replaces the sleeper with a large companion seat. Just forward of the passenger seating is a console featuring two cup holders, an ice chest, built-in storage and trash receptacle. In the power department, the 215 comes standard with a 220 hp MerCruiser 5.0 L engine with an Alpha I drive. If you need more power, opt for the 5.0 L MerCruiser MPI with a Bravo III drive.

Length Overall: 22’/6.7m
Beam: 8’6”/2.59m
Dry Weight: 4,770 lbs./2,163.6 kg
Draft (drive down): 37”/.94m
(drive up): 20”/.50m
Fuel Capacity: 50 gal./189.3L
Max Power: 260 hp
Base Price: $48,900 w/260 hp
MerCruiser 5.0L MPI Bravo III
Price supplied by Skyline Marina
Maple, ON (905) 832-8333
www.skylinemarina.com (Page Top)