2006 Sailfish 218 cc

The 218 cc hull has that classic Sailfish reputation for riding dry and predictable when the chop stacks up, helped by the deep entry and broad, stable beam. The layout gives you true 360-degree fishability, with clean, wide side decks and enough cockpit depth to feel secure when it gets lumpy. At the helm, the sightlines are excellent whether you’re on the leaning post or standing, and the console has room if you ever want to upgrade electronics. Drainage is smartly thought out, so washdowns and spray clear quickly. It’s an easy boat to keep shipshape, from the gelcoat to the hardware, and light enough to tow with a mid-size truck without feeling like you’re dragging a house behind you.

The Sailfish 218 cc is an ideal match for the waters here, where you may jump from calm, sheltered bays to bumpy open stretches in a single outing. Its size hits a sweet spot: big enough to chase nearshore structure, troll channels, or run the edge on a good weather window, yet compact enough for shallow backwater exploring and easy trailering to different ramps. The efficient hull pairs well with a 150 four-stroke, keeping fuel burns reasonable on longer runs to distant reefs or sandbars. With plenty of open deck space and secure freeboard, it handles family sandbar days, quick after-work fishing missions, and early-morning runs to the bite with equal confidence.