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Infographic showing data on the U.S. offshore fishing boat market in 2019, featuring a map, a photo of a fishing boat, and statistics such as total fleet size, average boat age, purchase rates, and buyer demographics.

Info-link: U.S. Offshore Fishing Boat Market Snapshot

Offshore Fishing Boats are 27’ and larger fiberglass boats generally used for deep water fishing. They are most commonly multi engine outboard powered center consoles, typically found in coastal areas with ocean access. The category has achieved impressive growth over the last ten years and has decidedly favored ever larger boats.

Infographic on the U.S. Coastal/Inshore Fishing Boat Market shows stats for 21-26 ft fiberglass boats: 387,000 total boats, 53% purchased recently, 5,000 average scrap rate, 15-year average age, and buyer demographics for 2019.

Info-link: U.S. Coastal/Inshore Fishing Boat Market

Coastal/Inshore Fishing Boats are fiberglass, primarily outboard, boats between 21’ and 26’ in length that are typically configured in a center console or walkaround style. They are used for near coastal and inshore fishing and are frequently equipped with two engines.

Infographic of the U.S. Flats/Bay Fishing Boat Market shows a U.S. map with red dots, statistics on boat fleet size, purchases, average boat age, buyer types, and a small silhouette of people fishing at sunset.

Info-link: U.S. Flats/Bay Fishing Boat Market Snapshot

Flats/Bay Fishing Boats are fiberglass boats between 16’ and 20’ in length and are usually powered by a single outboard engine. They are most commonly a center console configuration with low freeboard and are used for fishing and general recreation in protected waters.

Infographic shows U.S. freshwater fishing boat market data, with a U.S. map of registered boats, stats on fleet size, average boat age, purchase rates, and 2019 purchase and ownership percentages.

Info-link: U.S. Freshwater Fishing Boat Market Snapshot

Freshwater Fishing Boats are higher content aluminum or fiberglass boats purpose built for fishing, primarily on inland lakes and rivers. This category does not include jon boats which are low content. Freshwater fishing boats represent approximately 20% of all registered powerboats in the US.

Info-link: U.S. Large Cruiser Market Snapshot

Large Cruisers are fiberglass, inboard, stern drive and outboard boats that are between 27’ and 32’ in length. They typically offer extensive amenities, including the ability to take shelter from weather. They are common in both salt and larger freshwater environments and are usually used for general recreation and relaxation.