EdgeWater 250CC (2026-)

• Single Piece Infusion (SPI) technology w/closed cell, infused hull
• Lifetime structural warranty
• 28-gal transom baitwell
• Dive door
• Raw/Fresh water washdown
• Pull-out cockpit stern seating
• Two in-deck fish boxes w/macerators
• In-deck rod storage
• Yamaha DES Steering W/Tilt Helm
• Single Yamaha F350XSA2 30″ Integrated DES, Yamaha White
• Windlass w/200’ rode and 15’ chain
• SS Anchor Roller w/8″ cleat integrated into hull, 22 lb stainless anchor, stainless anchor chafe plate
• SeaKeeper Ride System

• Hull colors including pewter, Midnight Blue, Stars & Stripes Blue, St. Barth’s Blue, Marlin Blue, Seafoam Green, Ice Blue, all w/white bottom
• Single Yamaha F350XSA2 30″ Full Maneuverability (Joystick + Autopilot), Yamaha White, Dual Yamaha F200XSA2 Full Maneuverability (Joystick + Autopilot), Yamaha White, or Dual Yamaha F200XSA2 DES, Yamaha White
• Dual Garmin 8612 w/ B75M 20* Transducer, VHF 215 w/Antenna Remote Mic, Garmin 8612 w/ B75M 20* Transducer, VHF 215 w/Antenna Remote Mic, Garmin 9219 Wide Screen w/ B75M 20* Transducer, VHF 215 TD50 Touch Screen Pad w/Antenna, Remote Mic. GXM54 Sirius/XM/Weather
• Reverso Outboard Flush Single Engine, Reverso Outboard Flush Twin Engine
• Aft and Forward Shade System
• Outriggers, Taco 15′ Silver Radial
• Profish 1000 Anchor Windlass w/Anchor, Roller/Chute and Forward Controls
• Powder Coated Black or Grey Leaning Post, ICON 50 Cooler w/Slide
• Stereo Premium White Fusion Apollo 770, W/JL Speakers M6-650(6), LED Subwoofer M6-10(1) , AMP(1), Dive Door Remote

Bow

Helm

Cockpit & Transom

Our test day saw the air temp at 89° with relative humidity at 70% and the seas running at about two feet with a 10 knot wind. We were outfitted with a pair of 200-hp Yamaha outboards. The boat came in with an approximate weight of 7,100 lbs and half a tank of the 140 gallon capacity. There were two people on board and the motors were equipped with a pair of Reliance SES 14.25 x 18 pitch props.

At 5900 rpm, our top speed was recorded as 49.2 mph and at 3500 rpm, our best cruise, at 3500 rpm, came in at 25.5 mph. At that rate of speed, our range came in at 308.5 statute miles with a 10% fuel reserve.

With the choppy conditions seen on test day, we were able to notice how our Edgewater 250 CC handled the sea. Her deep-V hull was quite stable and we experienced little or no slapping. Solid underway, the single-piece construction lived up to its reputation on tight turns, head-on seas, and straight runs with no shakes or rattles.

The new Edgewater 250CC easily fulfills its prime directive as a serious, offshore fishing boat, equally at ease whether plying deep waters or near coastal excursions. In addition, with the kind of amenities and luxurious touches, she is also quite the appropriate platform for family outings. And with her 8’6” beam, she is road-legal for trailering.

With her hallmark single Piece Infusion (SPI), this to ensure a solid, safe, and robust hull, a lifetime structural warranty, a comprehensive list of standard and optional equipment, and a choice of single or dual Yamaha outboard power, the Edgewater 250 CC will provide the kind of excitement for all aboard this premier builder is known for.

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Overview

Captain Katri's introduction: "This boat is designed primarily for offshore fishing, but it also has a lot of elegant and luxurious touches on board that make this more of a premium boat that can be enjoyed by families as well." She cited Edgewater's own customer research: "Edgewater actually surveyed their customers, and they found out that about 50% of the time, or maybe a little more than that, people actually go to the sandbar, but they want a boat they can also fish. And that's what this thing does."

Factory Tour — Single-Piece Infusion Construction

At the Edgewater factory, the crew observed a 25-footer nearing completion, about to go to QC. The reviewer noted: "We're watching the vacuum infused process of this hull, and we can see how the stringers and the hull are all done at once, and this is what makes the boats so rigid." She added: "That's something that you can't see when you're at a boat show or you're on the water. Granted, you could feel it when you're underway in some rough stuff, but being able to see it in action really says, okay, this is what's gonna make this Edgewater boat so sturdy."

Fiberglass materials: Different labeled materials are used throughout, corresponding to different resin flow rates required for complete saturation. Reviewer's stated rationale: "Each piece needs to be flowing through the right rates so that they all get saturated completely. That's gonna give you that optimum strength that you're looking for."

Deck construction (25 model, deck mold observed):

• No wood used in construction
• Foam core used instead — reviewer noted this as preferable to wood core specifically due to water intrusion risk: "This is a boat after all, and water does find its way into those type places."
• Insulation at compartment fronts is fairly thick — sufficient, per the reviewer, for these compartments to function efficiently as coolers if used that way
• Additional insulation noted at the livewell, intended to keep bait cool and alive

Fishing Features

Livewell: Pressurized, with insulation confirmed by the factory visit.

Side tuna door: Allows bringing large fish aboard directly into the insulated fish box below, which includes a macerator pump.

Unsinkable/foam-filled construction: The reviewer noted a typical tradeoff and how Edgewater addressed it: "A lot of times with the foam-filled boats you don't get the storage in the deck. Well, Edgewater made sure that that's an option. That's why you have these insulated fish boxes."

Rod storage:

• Four rod holders along the transom
• Four additional rod holders at the top of the hardtop
• Cup holder/rod holder combos distributed around the boat

Helm-area fishing details: A substantial grab rail behind the helm seats, two additional cup holders, and cutouts for knives and pliers along the starboard side.

Gunwale: Tow rails, rod storage, and combing padding along the side of the boat.

Outrigger provisions: Mounting locations built into the hardtop for anglers wanting to add outriggers.

Under-deck rod storage (starboard): Lockable compartment, sized to fit two good-size rods in mounted brackets, or usable as general under-deck storage if rods aren't stored there.

Additional bow storage: A dedicated compartment identified as an ideal spot for a battery, should the owner wish to install a bow-mounted trolling motor.

Hatch construction note: The reviewer connected the deck hatches directly back to the factory tour: "Going through these deck hatches reminds me of the single-piece infusion construction method that they use that we saw in the factory this morning, and I can feel it [in] how solid it makes the boat as I walk around."

Warranty: Edgewater offers a lifetime warranty on all hulls in the center console market.

Luxury / Comfort Features (Bow)

Bow seating: Wraparound U-shaped seating with padded backrest running the full perimeter. A flip-into-place backrest allows forward-facing seating while underway, at both this seating area and the seat just forward of the console.

Additional bow features: JL Audio speakers, cup holders, USB chargers, and handrails — the latter noted by the reviewer as important for ABYC compliance, which this boat meets.

Table: Secures into a bracket to create a dining area.

Storage / latch hardware: Storage is provided beneath the bow seats. The reviewer specifically praised the latch design: "It's a simple push button on the outside. It's not a paddle latch. You don't have to go up under the cushion. I think it's the cleanest way that I've seen this done so far, and I really like 'em."

Compartment finish: Insulated (confirmed at the factory), with finished hatch undersides — noted by the reviewer as "a sign of premium boats" — plus stainless steel gas struts and an interior light.

Bow (Ground Tackle and Access)

Anchor locker: Complete with an electric Lewmar windlass and ample room for the rode; deployed at time of filming while anchored in New Smyrna Beach.

Swim ladder mounting bracket: Fitted at the bow, allowing beach access.

Additional bow hardware: Two cup holders (fitted with rod holders) and two pop-up cleats.

Side Deck / Beam

Walkway width: Approximately 19 inches between the bolster and console — described by the reviewer as plenty of room to move around. A swim ladder is neatly concealed just under this area.

Gunwale note: The reviewer observed the gunwale narrows further aft and credited the construction method for allowing this without compromising strength: "Edgewater doesn't have to compromise the design in order to maintain the strength and integrity in their hulls. That's because of that single-piece infusion construction method."

Beam: 8 feet, 6 inches. The reviewer noted the significance of this figure: "That means that you can legally trailer it in any state. Some boats of this size range, they're actually a little bit over that because they're trying to get as much interior volume as they can. So remember, you're getting interior volume without sacrificing strength."

Center Console / Hardtop Construction

The reviewer praised the integration of the hardtop frame into the console structure, powder-coated and contoured to match the hardtop for a clean look. Grab rails continue around the full perimeter.

Standard audio: Two JL Audio speakers (premium package available, adding more speakers and a subwoofer).

Lighting: LED overhead lights for working light below deck, plus floodlights on the back of the hardtop and one on the front.

Retractable antenna mounts: Anchor light and VHF antenna spin to raise/lower — allowing quick lowering for low-bridge clearance without manual disassembly.

Additional console features: VHF radio push-button controls, and an electric vent for additional airflow underway.

Finish options (test boat): Color-matched underside of the hardtop and dash — gray and black on this unit. The dash material is non-reflective. Windshield tint was noted as high quality — the reviewer tested this with polarized sunglasses and found no splotchiness.

Helm Electronics

• Two 12-inch Garmin screens, with Garmin digital switching
• Fusion Audio unit with push-button controls
• Autopilot — noted by the reviewer as "extremely handy for some long runs"
• Two wireless Scanstrut phone chargers
• Seakeeper Ride system controls
• Joystick and throttles
• Steering wheel on a tilt base, fitted with a turning knob for quick docking maneuvers
• VHF mic, positioned within easy reach just under the wheel
• Engine start/stop buttons

Helm Seating

Width: 35 inches (double-wide). Both seats include bolsters for elevated viewing or standing while underway. Backrests are vented for airflow in hot conditions.

Storage: A cooler is standard, located under the seat armrest, for keeping beverages cold.

Head Compartment

The reviewer noted a well-placed grab rail useful both when moving forward and when descending into the head. Space is compact but includes elbow room, overhead room, a light, and extra storage.

Electrical System

Panel: Fuses, battery switches, and battery status readouts are visible and organized.

Behind-panel access: The reviewer specifically highlighted the breaker area and corrosion-prevention treatment: "At first glance you may look and think, oh, look how dirty that is. Well no, that's not actually dirty. That is corrosion-preventative [coating]... So when that's there, you know someone has put the right touches on this electrical system to make sure it doesn't give out on you when you're in a harsh saltwater environment that's gonna protect it."

Additional electrical features: Access to two batteries, a triple-bank battery charger, and an opening port for ventilation. A magnetic catch holds the access door open so it doesn't swing/bang while in use.

Boarding / Transom Access

Swim ladder mounting (secondary location): Also installable at the side entry door bracket — the reviewer noted this as ideal for diving access, or as additional seating support when conditions are too rough to ride at the bow (a flip-down bench seat at the cockpit provides room for two to ride comfortably here).

Swim platform access: Through a 19-inch-wide opening at the transom door. Includes a freshwater shower/rinse and freshwater fill.

Engine flushing: Reverso freshwater engine flush system, intended to ease saltwater flushing at day's end.

Telescopic swim ladder: Three-step, concealable beneath a hatch at the end of the pontoon/swim platform.

Swim platform walkway: Approximately 6 inches of non-skid surface provided for safe port-side crossing, despite the boat's overall 25-foot size.

Rigging: The reviewer noted the engine rigging appeared clean, expressing confidence in the Yamaha engines' expected performance.

Specifications (Test Boat)

• Length overall: 26 feet, 6 inches
• Beam: 8 feet, 6 inches
• Draft: 31 inches, engines down
• Test weight: 7,100 pounds, with 50% of the 140-gallon fuel capacity aboard and two passengers
• Engines: twin Yamaha 200s, turning Reliance SDS 14.25 x 18-pitch propellers (single-engine option also available)

Performance Numbers

Testing was conducted in fairly rough conditions.

• Top speed: 49.2 mph at 5,900 RPM
• Best cruise (in test conditions): 25.5 mph at 3,500 RPM, achieving 2.2 miles per gallon
• Range at best cruise: approximately 309 miles, with a 10% fuel reserve
• Hole shot 0–10 mph: 3.4 seconds
• 0–20 mph: 6.2 seconds
• 0–30 mph: 8.7 seconds

Sea Trial — Handling in Rough Conditions

Captain Trip, conducting the on-water test, noted favorable testing conditions: "Luckily we've got a sporty day out here today, so we really get to put the boat to the test... a lot of times we'll test the boat and it'll just be flat, and you don't really get to see how the boat performs."

He reported being invited to push the boat hard: "They even got to a point where they said, Trip, just give it all you got and see what the boat does. You're not gonna break it. So that's exactly what I did."

Head-sea performance: "I was coming into the waves, head seas, fairly spicy out here, and they even got airborne one time, and the boat felt solid." He attributed this directly to the construction method observed at the factory: "That single-piece infusion construction that we saw in the factory is indeed paying off."

Turning in rough seas: "When you're underway, even making cuts and sharp, aggressive turns in the rough seas — sometimes you'll hit a wave, turn the boat, it'll want to slam down to the side. Everything just shakes and rattles. I didn't notice any of that. T-top was hard. No wobbling, everything was just solid underfoot. I was comfortable and in control here. And of course visibility is fantastic."

Power assessment (twin 200s): "Plenty of power, like a fun and exhilarating amount of power. I could be running 30 miles an hour, hit the throttle on, you feel it pick up pretty quickly. It's really a sporty boat to run."

Dryness: "I stayed dry the whole time. The boat's not covered with salt, and we were in some pretty nasty stuff and really seeing a lot of spray out there."

Helm Seating Positions (In Use)

Captain Trip described three operating positions used during the test: standing with the bolster up; seated with the bolster up and feet on the footrest (while retaining full control); or fully seated with the bolster down for maximum comfort, noting the speaker placement overhead made for pleasant cruising with the radio up. His summary: "[This] would just be a fantastic boat to just do some casual cruising, sandbarring on, or even fishing, like this boat's built for."

Docking / Joystick Test

Conducted back at the dock, with current and wind both from behind the boat. Captain Trip explained his approach: "I'm gonna come in with my stern into the current and into the wind for better control. But really, with the joystick, it doesn't really matter, because you have a lot of control with it." He noted the joystick is included specifically with the twin 200 configuration (versus the optional single 350). The approach involved bringing the boat alongside parallel to the dock, stopping, then switching to joystick mode to complete the docking.