2026 Crestliner 2050 Authority

The 2026 Crestliner 2050 Authority is a 20-foot deep-V fishing boat built on a four-piece, all-welded aluminum hull with a full-length extruded keel and reverse chine extrusion for spray deflection. It's powered by a single 200-horsepower Mercury gasoline engine. The hull features a baked Armor-Guard paint finish, stainless steel bow rails, a large heavy-duty rub rail, and a wood-free transom. The boat rides on a basic 4000-pound bunk trailer.

The open cockpit layout centers on a helm console with tilt steering, hydraulic power steering, and an aluminum steering wheel with comfort grip. Instrumentation includes speedometer, tachometer, trim gauges, and fuel gauge. Port and starboard consoles offer drink holders, throw trays, and storage, with the starboard side adding a 12V power outlet and MP3 cubby. A wrap-around windshield and bow trim switch are standard. The boat accommodates five pedestal-mounted fishing seats, with a slider at the helm.

Fishing capability is built throughout. Twin livewells—a 15-gallon aerated unit at the bow and a 20-gallon aerated, fully insulated unit at the stern—both include timers. Lockable in-floor rod storage runs six tubes at eight-foot capacity; additional under-gunnel rod storage on the port side holds four tubes at nine-foot capacity. The cockpit has non-skid gunnel step pads, four stainless steel flip-up cleats, and starboard toe holds. A swim platform with ladder and a BOSS stereo with Bluetooth, AM/FM, USB charging, and two speakers complete the standard setup.

An automatic bilge pump, LED courtesy lights, and navigation lighting are integrated throughout. The interior combines vinyl and carpet sidewalls for easy maintenance. Optional equipment available includes a Mercury trolling motor kicker package, full Fisherman's top with tonneau and curtains, downrigger brackets, vertical rod racks, and various upgrades including a washdown system and premium cover.