2024 ShearWater 250 SS Carolina

The 2024 ShearWater 250 SS Carolina is a 25-foot center console bay boat powered by a single Mercury 300 V-8 engine capable of 53 mph. Built on a Kevlar-reinforced fiberglass hull with pressure-injected foam core construction, it delivers unsinkable design and a self-bailing cockpit. The boat features a custom fiberglass hard top with integrated misting system, spreader lights, and docking lights.

The console is appointed with a luxury helm station including custom dash panels, plush seating with folding armrests and flip-up bolsters, and an in-console head. Navigation and fish-finding electronics include a 12-inch Garmin multifunction display with sidescan transducer and Airmar bronze transducer. Audio comes by way of JL Audio system with four 7.7-inch speakers. Washdown systems for fresh and raw water are integrated throughout.

Tournament-grade fishing capability is central to the design. Twin rod lockers with eight stainless flush-mount rod holders provide storage, while two livewells with high-speed pickups, overflow systems, and recirculating aeration keep bait and catch fresh. The boat also carries MinnKota I-Pilot trolling motor and twin black PowerPole anchoring blades with single-pump operation. ShadowCaster underwater lights and a clear livewell lid round out the fishing package.

Safety systems include twin 1100 GPH bilge pumps, stainless steel bow rail, and the boat's structural foam flotation. Twin rod lockers with clear baitwell lid ensure secure storage and visibility.