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THE NEWEST MEMBER OF THE CONTENDER FLEET
The 23BAY was designed to offer the highest level of fishability and performance that we could pack into a 23 foot boat. Every detail has been meticulously engineered and crafted to maximize your days on the water.

23BAY

SPECIFICATIONS

LOA

23′8"

Beam

8'4"

draft

12"

weight

4,500 LBS

water

15 GAL

deadrise

15.5 DEG

Max hp

350 HP

Fuel

80 GAL

Top view line drawing of a small motorboat with an outboard engine, central console, seating areas, and storage compartments.
A

Anchor locker with molded in anchor storage

B
B

75 GAL forward dry storage compartment

C
C

Oversized forward casting deck
D

Port and starboard side rod lockers in forward casting deck

E

70 GAL insulated forward fishbox

F

Cushioned removable fiberglass cooler (70 Qt.) as console front seat

G

(2) panels for easy access to inside of console

H

Bay boat console with (2) cupholders, oversized electronics face, glove box and helm pod

I

“Mini fixed back” 34” aluminum leaning post with backrest, (4) rod holders, tray under seat, folding footrest and cooler base

J

Under Gunnel Rod Racks (4)

K

35 GAL livewell

L

Oversized bilge access

M

Aft casting deck with ample room between deck and leaning post

N

Transom bustle with heavy duty jack plate

STANDARD FEATURES

A

Anchor locker with molded in anchor storage
Top view of an open storage compartment on a white boat against a black background. The compartment lid is open, showing the interior space with two support arms holding the lid up.

B

75 GAL forward dry storage compartment

The bow of a white boat with multiple storage compartments and a clean, sleek design set against a black background.

C

Oversized forward casting deck
White boat interior showing multiple storage compartments with open lids, revealing various storage spaces and hatches. The background is black.

D

Port and starboard side rod lockers in forward casting deck
A white storage compartment with an open hatch on a boat deck, featuring a black latch mechanism.

E

70 GAL insulated forward fishbox
White icebox with an open lid installed on a boat, revealing a spacious interior. The icebox is integrated into the seating area and has a drain plug at the bottom.

F

Cushioned removable fiberglass cooler (70 Qt.) as console front seat

A boat's open rear compartment displays various electronic equipment and wiring inside a white enclosure, with a cushion-covered storage box in front.

G

(2) panels for easy access to inside of console

A white boat dashboard featuring a steering wheel, various control switches, a mounted display screen, and multiple cup holders, all set against a black background.

H

Bay boat console with (4) cupholders, oversized electronics face, and blinker style jackplate switch

A white boat seat with a metal frame, cup holders, a steering wheel, and an outboard motor on a sleek vessel, all against a black background.

I

“Mini fixed back” 34” aluminum leaning post with backrest, (4) rod holders, tray under seat, folding footrest and cooler base

A close-up view of a white wall with a small speaker and a cable routing mechanism attached to it.

J

Under Gunnel Rod Racks (4)

An open storage compartment with a blue interior on a white boat deck.

K

35 GAL livewell

The image shows the compartments of a motorboat with several open storage hatches and a partially visible outboard motor.

L

Oversized bilge access

A white boat's stern featuring storage compartments, a central live well with a transparent lid, and an outboard motor and stabilizer poles against a black background.

M

Aft casting deck with ample room between deck and leaning post

Close-up view of the rear section of a boat featuring decals and a control panel. The image shows details of the boat's equipment and the manufacturer's safety instructions.

N

Transom bustle with heavy duty jack plate

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

  • Bow casting platform
  • Helm Master Autopilot and full maneuverability options
  • 2nd station options
  • Hard and soft t-tops with lighting, rod holder and convenience options
  • Lighting packages
  • Powder Coating
  • Upgraded Isan glass enclosure for boats with T-tops
  • Plexi windshield
  • 35 GAL livewell with clear lid
  • Electric reel outlets
  • Additional rod/ cup holder and cleat options
  • Boarding ladder options
  • Transducer installation
  • Upgraded steering wheel available
  • Fresh and Saltwater washdown systems
  • Upgraded Leaning posts
  • Trolling motors
  • Power Poles
  • Cushion for rear livewell with backrest
  • Cushioned coaming bolster or EVA foam coaming bolster
  • Upgraded upholstery and stitching
Control console of a 23BAY fishing boat at sea, featuring a steering wheel, multiple fishing rods, a GPS system, and other navigational equipment.

23BAY Console with optional glove box on electronics face

Oversize forward casting deck

View from the front of a 23BAY white boat with a cushioned seat in the center, rod holders on either side, and the open sea in the background under a cloudy sky.

Console front seat and cooler

The back deck of a boat showing an open bait well with water and fish inside and two open storage compartments on either side, all set against a background of calm water.

Rear Bilge access

A view of a modern, sleek 23BAY boat center console with black support structures, white cushioned seating, and a spacious layout against a black background.

Powder Coating

A boat's bait well containing several small fish is seen with an open lid. Two closed compartments are on either side of the bait well.

35 GAL livewell with clear lid

The image shows a black metal boarding ladder attached to the side of a white boat.

Boarding Ladder Options

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Upgraded Steering Wheel Available

Front view of a white boat with a clear canopy and a motor, set against a black background.

Trolling Motors

A sleek, modern white countertop with clean lines and a smooth surface against a black background.

Cushioned coaming bolster or EVA foam coaming bolster

Rear view of a white 300 V6 outboard boat motor with a propeller, mounted on a white transom bracket.

Power Poles

A white storage compartment with an open lid on a boat, showing an empty container inside. The seats are visible in the background.

F

Cushioned removable fiberglass cooler (70 Qt.) as console front seat
A boat's open rear compartment displays various electronic equipment and wiring inside a white enclosure, with a cushion-covered storage box in front.

G

(2) panels for easy access to inside of console
The interior view of a white boat features cushioned seating and two outboard motors at the stern.

H

Bay boat console with (4) cupholders, oversized electronics face, and blinker style jackplate switch
A white, rectangular storage compartment with a hinged lid and latch handle, set into a white surface, possibly part of a boat or vehicle.

I

“Mini fixed back” 34” aluminum leaning post with backrest, (4) rod holders, tray under seat, folding footrest and cooler base
A close-up view of a white wall with a small speaker and a cable routing mechanism attached to it.

J

Under Gunnel Rod Racks (4)
An open storage compartment with a blue interior on a white boat deck.

K

35 GAL livewell
The image shows the compartments of a motorboat with several open storage hatches and a partially visible outboard motor.

L

Oversized bilge access
A white boat's stern featuring storage compartments, a central live well with a transparent lid, and an outboard motor and stabilizer poles against a black background.

M

Aft casting deck with ample room between deck and leaning post
Close-up view of the rear section of a boat featuring decals and a control panel. The image shows details of the boat's equipment and the manufacturer's safety instructions.

N

Transom bustle with heavy duty jack plate

EXPLORE NEW WATERS

PUSH DEEPER INTO THE BAYS AND BACKCOUNTRY THAN YOU’VE EVER BEEN BEFORE WITH THE 23BAY.

Though the smallest model in the Contender fleet, the 23BAY
is big on performance. It’ll run up to 65 MPH with a single
300, and with its 80 gallons of fuel capacity,
you’ll have a range of over 350 miles!

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READY TO EXPLORE

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Two people on a boat are holding a fish near the water's surface, with one person preparing to release it. The boat has fishing rods and a visible Yamaha engine.
A person is steering a small white motorboat in a narrow waterway surrounded by dense green vegetation.

READY TO WIN

Two people in casual attire stand on a 23BAY boat in open water, giving each other a high-five while holding fishing rods.
A person stands at the helm of a sleek 23BAY motorboat speeding across calm waters under a cloudy sky.

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