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EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater's 205CX is a refined crossover boat great for diverse activities.

EdgeWater 205CX

LOA: 20’6″
Beam: 8’6″
Weight: 2,500 lb.
Seating/Weight Capacity: 9/2,500 lb.
Fuel Capacity: 73 gal.

EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater 205CX

EdgeWater 205CX

We Say: This crossover model balances the compromises inherent in family boating with excellent execution. The 205CX’s Permagrid all-fiberglass stringer system, closed-cell foam flotation and self-bailing cockpit provide a safe, robust alternative to traditional bowriders. But it’s not all about nuts and bolts.

I’m 6 feet tall and found the enclosed head in the portside console usable. The head’s fitted with a fixed skylight, though a venting port would make it complete. The 205CX sports fore and aft boarding ladders. My test boat was fitted with the optional aluminum ski pylon: Powder-coated white, it looks great and was robustly installed. Seating includes aft and bow lounges upholstered in a heavy-gauge, yet supple-feeling vinyl fabric.

Anglers will love the large livewell under the helm seat. There are also rod racks under both gunwales. Gunwale-top rod holders are at the ready. The bow fish boxes drain directly overboard for easy cleanup (and enhanced safety) and will chill and hold the day’s catch.

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Boaters of any ilk will appreciate the shallow draft and corrosion resistance an outboard-powered boat like the 205CX provides. With a quiet 200 hp Yamaha F200 four-stroke outboard, I hit 45.6 mph and netted better than 3 mpg at 28 mph.

Who’d Want One: Boaters seeking a refined boat for diverse activities.

Another Choice: Grady-White Freedom 205 ($64,935 powered like our test boat).

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Bottom Line: Price not available at press time; ewboats.com

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