The bare minimum doesn't apply offshore. You don't make those long runs in the mere hope that you may get a nibble here or there ... you're aiming for the home run. And you don't spend a few hours running offshore picking the perfect spot to cut the engines and cast away only to stay for a small catch. So you shouldn't settle for a boat that may or may not live up to an offshore billing. These 20 offshore fishing boats not only get the job done, but they'll also improve your angling, with either more muscle, more standard features or more comfort, so you can take the family along for the adventure.

SEA FOX 256 CENTER CONSOLE

Coolest Feature The console area is designed with two front bucket seats and grabrails, a tackle box with lure bag, and a portable head and sink inside.
Families Will Love The storage options, which include in-floor storage, a 72-quart cooler, eight cup holders and multiple-use forward fish storage boxes.
Top Amenities Five transom rod holders; gunwale rod holders; 40-gallon aerated livewell; 12-gallon tank for freshwater washdown; raw-water washdown; tilt-hydraulic steering.
Best Reason To Buy The Sea Fox 256 CC is spacious enough for a 10-person capacity, with a floor design that opens up a lot of room for casting.

LOA 25'
Beam 9'3"
Weight 3,700 lbs.
Fuel 150 gal.
Base Price $50,414 (w/225-hp Suzuki EFI 4-stroke)
Maximum HP 400

Sea Fox Boats, 2550 Highway 52, Moncks Corner, SC 29461
(843) 761-6090.