Grady-White Fisherman 257 Review
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- čas přidán 19. 05. 2022
- Let's take a closer look at Grady-White Fisherman 257 in this review. We’ve never been disappointed with the performance of any Grady-White model tested and each time I view the SeaV2 hull underway from the outside looking in- I’m reminded of why, and how easily this hull sheds water away from its occupants. For most boaters, the first measure of how enjoyable your day will be, is dependent on how comfortable the ride is and Grady-White consistently delivers on this front. The Fisherman 257 is no exception. A twin Yamaha 200 package delivers a top speed of over 50-MPH and 2.66 MPG at cruising speed.
The Fisherman 257 delivers the fishing features of a classic center console design along with enough family friendliness to keep everyone comfortable all day. Standard fishing features on this model includes a pair of 120-quart insulated fish boxes under forward seating and a larger 185-quart insulated cockpit hold. A 32-gallon lighted baitwell in the transom features a full column distribution port for optimum water flow. A helm lean bar with a backrest and four rod holders offers tackle storage and can be optioned with a 65-quart Yeti cooler beneath as well. Optional 18’ carbon outriggers can be added to the hard top which also features additional rod holders above the helm station.
For comfort items they include a smart forward seating design with a double bolster for back support and a pair of swiveling backrests for reclining. A gap in the forward point of the seats allows easy access to the standard anchor windlass and simplifies fighting a fish around the bow. A deep 360-degree bolster continues around the entire boat aft to a convertible double wide transom bench seat for riders and a double wide helm seat offers a comfortable driving position either leaning or seated. The 257 console includes a stylish and ergonomic single-piece curved acrylic windshield and the console interior is large enough to accommodate a portable head with overboard discharge and pump out.
The combination of features and quality of construction combined with the reputation for reliability and performance make it easy to see why Grady-White has so many owners who are loyal to the brand.
Grady-White 257 Fisherman Specifications:
Length: 24’ 9” (w/o engines)
Beam: 8’ 6”
Draft: 20”
Deadrise: 20 degrees
Weight: 4300 (w/o engines)
Max HP: 400
Fuel: 135 gallons
MSRP: $151,760
www.gradywhite.com/
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GW has always been a wet riding boat, I dunno what it is/was maybe the way the design of the hull was but in rougher seas you'd always get sprayed with water. I'm glad to see they are still in business and going strong today though.
Tell me why you hate Grady White if you get wet always depends of the conditions of the sea
grady white is literally one of the most popular boats for best design and built tough lol. Look at any forums asking about boat brands grady white is always said to be one of the best.
The design of the hull, just makes it a wet boat. Not saying they're bad.
@@MattySlimz huh weird, ive never thought that and never heard anyone really say that but maybe I was just on them at the right time
@ryanrivera3637 as someone has previously mentioned, it really depends on the seas, direction of wind. Grady White is a tried and true vessel, but when it comes to a center console in that 17-35" range, everyone knows a Boston Whaler is the king of the seas.
You guys should test the sea hunt 255SE. That Grady is probably a $200K bought, if not more. The sea hunt or account 25ft offers the same value but at a much better price.
How much are the sea hunts?
@@bxbmbr766 I just paid $120k for mine. That’s out the door price, tax registration, and trailer.
@@redman2751 I had a 2016 235 Ultra SE. It was a great looking boat, but built with lousy hardware that rusts after two years, a t-top console that was detaching from the main deck, and fiberglass chips all over the top decking. Do a search on the hull truth about t-top consoles and seahunts, I'm not making this up. Wish I would've seen it before buying mine, which I sold after only 3 years of ownership. Too many problems kept coming up for such a new boat.
Like I said, great looking boat, awesome seating, but built on the real cheap. Maybe Sea Hunt learned a thing or two and built the 255 with better materials. Just like the old saying goes, you get what you pay for.
@@rushreef I guess time will tell. Too late at this point. If it ends up being crap I’ll sell and buy another new one. It’ll just give me the opportunity to go bigger lol. I actually have heard of these issues. I’m very aware of them. Even looked at several used and they almost all had cracking powder coat and rusted hardware. I also looked at several used 255s. Idk why but they didn’t have the same issues. I was originally going after the 239se but decided on the 255 for this reason.
First viewer and comment. That never happens to me.
Not better than a Regulator….!!!!