2025 Contender 26 BaySold

Step aboard and you’ll notice how this 26 Bay is laid out for serious fishing and easy family days alike. The wide, stable platform and low gunwales make working a fish from bow to stern feel effortless, while the elevated casting decks give you a clear view into the water. Under every hatch there’s finished storage, with room for tackle, safety gear, and a full day’s worth of drinks and ice. The helm offers plenty of protection and sightlines, with seating that keeps the captain and crew comfortable on long runs. Non-skid everywhere, clean rigging, and Contender’s trademark fit and finish give this boat a “big water” feel in a nimble bay package.

Shallow flats, patch reefs, and nearshore structure are all within this boat’s wheelhouse, making it a natural fit for these waters. The 26 Bay’s draft lets you slide across skinny backcountry edges, yet the sharp entry and hull design can comfortably handle choppy channels and open stretches when the breeze is up. Multiple livewells and expansive deck space suit anglers who bounce between sight-casting, drifting, and anchoring on wrecks. When it’s time to switch gears, the generous seating and storage make it just as capable for sandbar rafting or evening cruises. It’s a purpose-built platform for boaters who want to fish hard and still have a versatile, family-friendly ride.