Grady-White Canyon 386 (2024-)

Brief Summary

Long known for its many fishing boats’ prowess in the pursuit of offshore action, the Grady-White Canyon 386 lives up to her namesake and takes it to new heights as she also provides the kind of amenities making for exciting family fun while out for a day on the water.

Test Results

Specifications

Length Overall	36' 6" 11.13 m w/o engines
Beam	13' 2" 4.01 m
Dry Weight	14,950 lbs 6,781 kg w/o engines
Draft	28" 71.12 cm
Deadrise/Transom	20 deg
Fuel Capacity	410 gallons 1552 L
Water Capacity	44 gallons 167 L

Engine Options

Std. Power	3 x 450-hp Yamaha Four-Stroke

Captain's Report

by Capt. Ken Kreisler

Canyon 386 — Muscular Luxury

Mission

Mention the name Grady-White in any boating conversation or observation and whoever is listening will immediately have a positive reaction. From Maine to the Carolinas; from Florida and the Gulf Coast; to anywhere where big fish ply offshore waters, this iconic boat builder is known for never cutting corners anywhere with its builds. And the Canyon 386 Center Console sets the bar to new heights in this popular size group.

Major Features

• Bow thruster
• Seakeeper 5 gyro
• 5kW diesel generator w/23-gallon (87 L) fuel tank
• 100% handlaid SeaV² hull & deck
• Casting platform insert w/cushion
• Port & starboard cockpit side doors w/boarding ladder
• A 291-qt. aft insulated fish box w/lights & overboard drain & refrigerator/freezer w/digitally controlled thermostat
• Console interior featuring 10,000 BTU air conditioning w/2 outlets 
• Starboard side galley w/Corian® countertop, stainless steel sink, storage, wood cabinets w/glass shelves & microwave
• Ventilated enclosed lockable stand-up head area, shower, storage drawer, sink w/Corian® counter surface, VacuFlush® head w/freshwater supply, 10-gallon (37.85 L) holding tank, overboard discharge & deck pump out
• Rigging station w/Corian countertop, freshwater sink, trash bin, knife and plier holder, storage with drain 
• Yamaha Siren Marine Vessel Monitoring System
• Hydraulic trim tabs w/indicator & retractor
• 35-gallon (132 L) port/starboard, aft transom insulated raw water livewells w/lights, full column distribution inlets, & overboard drains 
• T-top w/integrated painted aluminum frame, radio box, hatch, storage net, 3-LED spreader lights, 4-blue, white LED recessed lights, outrigger plates, 6-aft mounted rod holders, SureShade® electrically retractable shade with Sunbrella® canvas & wing curtains 

Options to Consider

• CE certification package (European Conformity), & International AC electrical conversion - 220V (50Hz)
• Grill
• Hull colors including Celestial Blue, Coastal Fog, Ocean Mist, or Sea Glass gel coat
• Outrigger kit includes 18-ft. GEMLUX® carbon fiber outriggers w/polished stainless steel base
• Electrically adjustable fiberglass bow table package converts to forward platform w/cushion

Boat Inspection

One step aboard the Grady-White Canyon 386 shows how much time went into the design, engineering and construction along with attention to detail and fit and finish of this boat. Taking full advantage of her 13' 2" (4 m) beam and 36' 6" (11 m) LOA means she has the kind of room for optimizing deck space, providing all the necessary fishing amenities and presenting a comfortable and usable cabin.

Stern

The business end of the Grady-White Canyon 386 has been designed to optimize fishing action. To that end, she has convenient boarding doors to either side, allowing the crew to slide a big catch onto the aft deck and making it safe and easy for everyone to get on and off. Fuel fills are on port and starboard sides for a stress-free decision while pulling into the fuel dock. The diesel fill for the generator is located to starboard, on the outboard side of the transom, just below the shore power connection and forward of the engine.

Also located here are port and starboard tackle storage in fold-out compartments built right into the transom, hot and cold water washdowns, and a replaceable cutting board on top of the starboard livewell hatch.  

Moving forward, into the aft end of the helm area, is a large rigging station console housing many usable and convenient accessories.

Helm

With the well-resourced business end located aft, the helm definitely occupies the centerpiece of the Grady-White Canyon 386. Again, the design and engineering of this important area is evident and while a quick once-over will convince anyone of how much time the builder spent it its layout, a closer inspection will assure any prospective owner of a well thought out plan to bring safe, hands-on control to the operator.

The T-top, integrated into the console, offers wrap-around glass windows surrounding the helm and, as found everywhere aboard, sturdy and handy grabrails. Overhead storage includes a zippered nylon pouch in which to place PFDs and there is an electric opening vent forward to allow for more airflow. In case the weather goes south, there is an optional canvas enclosure for the helm area. The aft end of the T-top has six rod holders and houses the electric SureShade, easily deployed to cover the aft end of the cockpit from an all-day sun.

Bow

With her being able to do double duty as both a serious fishing platform and the kind of center console capable of delivering an exciting day out on the water for family and friends at a special anchorage, docking and dining, or just cruising, the bow area received special attention from the Grady-White designers.

Cabin

With a reengineered deck mold freeing up more space aboard, Grady-White was able to provide a usable and practical cabin for the Canyon 386 and those away times when an opportunity for an overnight stay presents itself. 

Summary

Grady-White has packed a lot into the Canyon 386 and in doing so, she deserves a close look at all she has to offer as both a serious fishing boat and one which can provide a day of excitement and on-water activities for the family and guests.

Equipped with a trio of 450-hp, Yamaha V8 outboards, our test boat, spinning 16 3/8 x 21 XTO SDS props, with three people on board and 25% fuel, hit a WOT of 62.1 mph at 6000 rpm. While local conditions may dictate different values, for cruising, on our test day, at 3500 rpm, she posted 33.2 mph giving her a range of 369 statute miles at that rate of speed and leaving a 10% reserve of her 410-gallon fuel tank. And of course, there’s Grady-White’s strict attention to construction details and its SeaV² hull, with the moderate deadrise at the stern, steadily increasing as it transitiones to the bow. Adding to the ability to provide this kind of performance in various sea conditions Grady-White boats are known for, are the bow flare and two strakes and a chine, this for a soft ride and lift stability.

The Grady-White Canyon 386 is a special center console boat offering, and delivering, all this builder stands for. If you are in the market for a boat of this profile, it should occupy a top spot on your short list of must-sees. Once you take the wheel, you will not be disappointed.

Remember, life is better on a boat!