2023 SPORTSMAN Open 242

The Sportsman Open 242 is a versatile center console boat, praised for its balance of fishing capabilities and cruising comfort, featuring a sleek hull design, a standard fiberglass hard-top, and a focus on family-friendly amenities.
Here's a more detailed look at the Sportsman Open 242:
Key Features and Design:
Versatility:
The boat is designed for both serious fishing and family cruising, offering a good balance of performance and functionality.
Hull Design:
The sleek hull design contributes to a comfortable and efficient ride.
Hard-Top:
A standard fiberglass hard-top adds value and protection, including lights, misters, storage, and rocket launchers.
Seating:
The boat features comfortable seating, including wrap-around cushions with removable bow backrests and a large bow table option.
Helm:
The helm area is designed for all-day comfort, with room for twin Garmin screens
The boat offers ample storage, including a full-size console with an inner liner and a deep bilge with easy access.
Livewell:
A large, insulated livewell is a standard feature, designed for keeping bait alive and can also double as a cooler.
Safety:
The boat features a self-bailing cockpit, ensuring water drains overboard and not into the bilge area.
Materials:
The boat is upholstered in SoftTouch marine vinyl, which is known for its durability and resistance to water, mildew, UV rays, and petroleum products.
Performance:
Engine Capacity:
The boat is designed for higher horsepower capacity, with digital Yamaha F300
NMMA Certified:
Sportsman Boats is committed to the highest standards of safety and quality, and the Open 242 is NMMA certified.
Other Notable Features:
Misters: The hard-top incorporates misters, which can be a life-saver on hot, sunny days.
Grab Rails: Low-profile grab rails run up both sides of the bow cockpit, providing convenient handholds.
Step-Through Transom: The boat features a step-through transom for easy access.
Transom Door: A transom door with a latch provides convenient access to the boat.
User Experience:
Fishing:
The boat is designed for serious fishing, with features like a large livewell, ample storage, and a spacious deck.
Comfort:
The boat is designed for comfort, with comfortable seating, a spacious interior, and a variety of amenities.
Family-Friendly:
The boat is designed with family in mind, with features like a deep bow seating arrangement, a large bow table option, and a focus on safety.

* Freight, prep, dealer fee and tax additional to stated price