2016 Cobia 296 Center Console

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the wide beam carries forward, giving you a surprisingly open bow with deep backrests and a real sense of security when the seas get lumpy. The helm layout keeps everything within easy reach, with generous dash space and thoughtful storage for tackle, safety gear, and weekend clutter. Families will appreciate the roomy head compartment hidden in the console and the convertible transom seating that disappears when it’s time to fish. High freeboard and substantial cockpit depth keep everyone comfortable offshore, while the integrated swim platform and transom door make slipping into the water for a swim or dive as simple as dropping the hook.

This 29-foot center console shines in waters where conditions can shift from glassy to choppy in a single tide change. The hull has the length and deadrise to run confidently on open stretches, yet remains manageable enough for tight inlets, shallow bays, and crowded marinas. Anglers get a cockpit large enough for serious trolling spreads and bottom drops, but the forward seating and shade options keep guests happy on long sandbar days. Efficient twin power gives you the range to explore distant fishing grounds and barrier islands without feeling overworked at the helm, making it an ideal all-rounder for this diverse coastal region.