{"id":10471,"date":"2025-09-21T23:37:06","date_gmt":"2025-09-21T13:37:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/?p=10471"},"modified":"2025-09-21T23:37:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-21T13:37:06","slug":"stabicraft-2050-frontier-profish-2025-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/stabicraft-2050-frontier-profish-2025-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Stabicraft 2050 Frontier Profish 2025 review"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"article-heading\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtf a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Stabicraft 2050 Frontier Profish 2025 review<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe6u a6hzxth a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Stabicraft\u2019s biggest open-deck centre console yet delivers space, stability and serious fishing capability<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt8 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">New Zealand\u2019s Stabicraft Boats has unveiled another superb fishing weapon in the new 2050 Frontier centre console. This big, safe and sturdy trailer boat combines a range of smart interior innovations with Stabicraft\u2019s proven Arrow pontoon hull bottom. Paired with a Yamaha 200hp motor riding on a GFAB drive-on tandem-axle alloy trailer, the 2050 Frontier is a cool fishing rig.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"heading-45b43af1-b5b4-4a2e-b301-3a731541b7a7\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Overview<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The 2050 Frontier Centre Console is now the largest open-deck model in Stabicraft\u2019s plate-alloy pontoon range. Like most Stabicraft rigs, it\u2019s offered in Adventurer, Sportfish, and top-spec Profish trims.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">We tested the deluxe Profish with a Yamaha 200hp four-stroke motor and a GFAB tandem axle alloy trailer.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr10 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2593\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr10\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2593.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2593\" \/><\/div>\n<h3 id=\"heading-34c12e87-a6cf-42f4-b134-e5ac857a9710\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Price and equipment<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Brisbane dealer, Northside Marine, has Adventurer packages from about $130k. The Adventurer is the entry-level, unpainted model with minimal features.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The mid-spec Sportfish is arguably the sweet spot, adding belting-up hull paint, an electric drum anchor winch, a suspension helm seat and interior lighting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Equipped with Yamaha\u2019s digital 200hp four-stroke, a Redco tandem-axle trailer and optional forward casting deck\/storage locker, it\u2019s priced from $144,135.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr10 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2100\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr10\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2100.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2100\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Our Profish test rig, by contrast, was priced at $192,739. While a substantial price hike, it came fully loaded with features such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul class=\"iompba0 iompba1 _1ekbuib0 _1ekbuib2 _1ekbuib5\">\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Raised casting deck with lockable cargo space<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Garmin GPSMap 8416XSV with Garmin Navionics Vision+ chart<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Fusion RA210 stereo<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Garmin VHF<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Garmin electric trolling motor<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Two-person helm seat storage box with reversible backrest<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Metallic dark blue paint (on most of the exterior except hull bottom)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Grey U-Dek EVA flooring<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Sarca drum winch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">GFAB drive-on alloy trailer<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<h5 id=\"heading-4fc8c0bb-e63a-494e-ba41-de679b5f2dfb\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxti a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Related:\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"iompba0 iompba4 _1lalutrh0 _1vzaghk4 _1vzaghk5 _1vzaghke\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsales.com.au\/editorial\/details\/top-fishing-boats-from-2025-scibs-149590\/?__source=editorialArticle&amp;driver_crosssell=editorial.in.article.link\" target=\"\">Top fishing boats from 2025 SCIBS<\/a><\/h5>\n<h5 id=\"heading-de963377-085b-433f-8876-b005141e4638\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxti a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Related:\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"iompba0 iompba4 _1lalutrh0 _1vzaghk4 _1vzaghk5 _1vzaghke\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsales.com.au\/editorial\/details\/stabicraft-1550-frontier-sc-2024-review-147779\/?__source=editorialArticle&amp;driver_crosssell=editorial.in.article.link\" target=\"\">Stabicraft 1550 Frontier SC 2024 Review<\/a><\/h5>\n<h5 id=\"heading-781fd7ed-0352-4fab-9e5a-fe74a1b667a1\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxti a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Related:\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"iompba0 iompba4 _1lalutrh0 _1vzaghk4 _1vzaghk5 _1vzaghke\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsales.com.au\/editorial\/details\/stabicraft-1850-supercab-sportfish-2023-review-143587\/?__source=editorialArticle&amp;driver_crosssell=editorial.in.article.link\" target=\"\">Stabicraft 1850 Supercab Sportfish 2023 Review<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"heading-4294a2f9-e360-4b8b-93bd-71b8bf272442\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Storage and more storage<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The 2050 Frontier can be ordered with or without the huge forward fishing deck and 600L storage compartment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Deep sea anglers may prefer the standard, deeper U-shaped bow deck with side seats and a full-depth main floor extended further forward. This design offers stability in rough seas and makes it safer and more comfortable to fish from.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">On the other hand, inshore fishers will love the raised 1.8m long and 2.0m wide casting platform which comes in handy when sight fishing in shallow water.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr10 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2472\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr10\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2472.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2472\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Beneath the U-Dek foam rubber surfaced deck lies a cavernous, lockable compartment big enough for an icebox, fridge or camping gear, and is accessible via a gas-strut supported fishing deck lid. From there, the front compartment wall can be removed to access the space, making it easy to slide in and stow heavy items such as a drink filled cooler box. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Deep drainage channels around the storage hatch lid ensures that the sub-deck storage compartment is watertight, making it ideal for stowing safety gear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Further storage includes twin in-deck side lockers, a rope\/fender locker, and an upsized anchorwell.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"heading-3b7359f4-17bd-45f5-8f7a-7d4cc37f942e\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">At the helm<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The Profish can be fitted with single or double-width helm consoles and single or twin suspension pedestal seats. Our test boat ran a double-width console with matching storage box helm seat and a three-position reversible backrest, but buyers can opt for bench seats with a cooler box underneath.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The double-width console has a tilt-adjustable steering wheel and throttle controls on the port side alongside a large fascia panel for big-screen displays.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"unzbxq\" class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr166\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr350 _1lalutr166 ut0zc35o ut0zc34o ut0zc34v ut0zc352 ut0zc359 ut0zc35g ut0zc35n gs57k93 gs57k96 gs57k91\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr3fo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr16 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2518\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr16\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2518.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2518\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr3fo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr16 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2563\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr16\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2563.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2563\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Other console features include:<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul class=\"iompba0 iompba1 _1ekbuib0 _1ekbuib2 _1ekbuib5\">\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Fusion stereo<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Garmin VHF<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Engine gauges<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Toggle switches<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Folding glass windshield<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Scan-strut wireless phone charger<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Side grab rails<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1ekbuiba\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgi a6hzxt5 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Pop-out storage compartment beneath the foot rest<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"heading-d2999fc9-2e09-4d6e-a018-fd0b0fc54242\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Fishing features<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The 2050 Frontier has an excellent layout and is filled with standard and optional fishing features.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The aforementioned front casting deck is great to fish from and the deep 865mm cockpit runs a full 3.2m from the bow deck to the transom, providing plenty of space to move about.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Wide coamings hide 2.4m rod lockers, while six in-deck stainless steel rod holders and four cup\/sinker holders add to the appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"jn97tn\" class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr166\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr350 _1lalutr166 ut0zc35o ut0zc34o ut0zc34v ut0zc352 ut0zc359 ut0zc35g ut0zc35n gs57k93 gs57k96 gs57k91\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr3fu\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr16 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 1798\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr16\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_1798.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 1798\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr3fo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr16 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2511\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr16\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2511.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2511\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutr3fo\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr16 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2532\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr16\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2532.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2532\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">At the transom, there\u2019s a compact bait station with rod rack, live bait tank, cutting board and watertight battery platform.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Flip-up alloy transom corner seats double as steps to the rear platform and starboard side folding ladder for easy water access.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"heading-f4b961c9-9b01-40d1-9ebf-9439f6f9a5bf\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">On the water<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">With Yamaha\u2019s 200hp four-stroke, the 2050 Frontier hit 41.5 knots (76.8 km\/h) with two adults aboard, and up to 43.5 knots lightly loaded (according to Northside Marine).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Do you need 200hp? No. Is it fun to drive with 200hp? Absolutely! We ripped around Brisbane\u2019s Moreton Bay and had a great time throwing the boat around and about.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The 2050 Frontier performs exceptionally well through the corners, the moderate vee pontoon hull sitting quite flat, stable and sure-footed throughout.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr10 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2237\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr10\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2237.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2237\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Underway, the pontoon hull is stable, well balanced and smooth through chop, allowing the skipper to feel in complete control the whole time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">When coming off the plane, Stabicraft\u2019s Arrow pontoons \u2013 which encircle the hull &#8211; settle into the water to stiffen and stabilise the boat at rest. It really is rock solid.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The Arrow pontoons are chambered, baffled and injected with closed-cell foam to create a flotation ring around the boat for maximum safety.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"heading-9337aab7-4268-4cda-9a70-d7917dfc5ca8\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Performance<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _18nllji0\">\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1nppnsp0\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Revs (rpm)<\/th>\n<th>Speed<\/th>\n<th>Fuel Use (L\/h)<\/th>\n<th>Range (nm)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>1000<\/td>\n<td>3.6kt (6.7km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>2.9<\/td>\n<td>235.9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1500<\/td>\n<td>4.7kt (8.7km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>5.3<\/td>\n<td>168.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2000<\/td>\n<td>6.5kt (12.0km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>8.2<\/td>\n<td>150.6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2500<\/td>\n<td>8.5kt (15.7km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>12.8<\/td>\n<td>126.2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3000<\/td>\n<td>16.4kt (30.3km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>15.3<\/td>\n<td>203.7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3500<\/td>\n<td>21.2kt (39.2km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>21.0<\/td>\n<td>191.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>4000<\/td>\n<td>24.9kt (46.0km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>26.9<\/td>\n<td>175.9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>4500<\/td>\n<td>29.1kt (53.8km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>37.5<\/td>\n<td>147.4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5000<\/td>\n<td>34.3kt (63.4km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>52.4<\/td>\n<td>124.4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5500<\/td>\n<td>38.3kt (79.8km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>74.1<\/td>\n<td>98.2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5900<\/td>\n<td>41.5kt (76.8km\/h)<\/td>\n<td>77.6<\/td>\n<td>101.6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9p a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0\">Range on 95% of the 200L fuel supply at 3,500rpm: 203.7nm<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"heading-a7b0f2c2-5edc-4539-800b-c6e753277c13\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Verdict<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The Stabicraft 2050 Frontier Profish is a superb centre console fishing rig and truly hits the mark with its versatility, practicality and serious offshore capability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">The Frontier has everything an angler needs to be chasing bream, bass or barra inshore; or mackerel and marlin offshore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">I\u2019d personally have the Frontier with the big front deck and storage area, but with so many different configurations and options available, this model can be tailored for just about any fishing or adventure application.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1tlv1fe9n _1lalutrgi _1lalutr17o _1lalutr330 _1lalutr10 _1eky4pe0\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-label=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2284\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"iompba0 iompba5 _1lalutr10\" src=\"https:\/\/editorial.pxcrush.net\/boatsales\/general\/editorial\/stabicraft-2050-frontier_2284.jpg?width=1024&amp;height=682\" alt=\"stabicraft 2050 frontier 2284\" \/><\/div>\n<h3 id=\"heading-ebc8b195-10a5-40d6-b62b-2edccf4ab17a\" class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1tlv1fe6i a6hzxtg a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt0\">Specifications<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\">\n<p class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrgi _1lalutr2j6 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\"><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Model<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: Stabicraft 2050 Frontier Profish<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Length<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 6.32m<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Beam<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 2.31m<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Deadrise<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 16 degrees<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Hull weight<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 875kg<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Towing weight<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 1,850 &#8211; 2,010kg (approx)<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Bottom and transom alloy<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 5mm<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Pontoon\/life-ring alloy<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 3mm<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Maximum power<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 200hp extra-longshaft (25\u201d)<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Engine as tested<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: Yamaha 200hp four-stroke<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Fuel<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 200L<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Passengers<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: 7<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Price from<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: $144,135 (Frontier Sportfish) when paired with a Yamaha F200XCB (digital) extra-longshaft (25\u201d) outboard engine with hydraulic steering, Redco tandem-axle braked alloy trailer, raised forward casting deck with lockable cargo storage, two-person wide helm seat with 105L Icey-Tek cooler and reversible backrest, closed-cell baffling in pontoon chambers, Boatcatch latch to trailer winch post, trailer spare wheel and carrier, electric trolling motor plate.<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Price as tested<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">: $192,739. As above but with GFAB skid-plate drive-on custom alloy tandem axle braked trailer with spare wheel and Boatcatch, Garmin GPSMap 8416XSV with GT56 transducer, antenna, NMEA starter kit and Garmin Navionics Vision+ chart, Fusion RA210 stereo with 2 x 200w speakers, two-person wide helm seat storage box with reversible backrest, Garmin Force Kraken electric trolling motor with mount and lithium battery, S3 Metallic paint inc. transom, internal pontoons, coaming and extended fendering, demo graphics, S3 Metallic dark blue hull paint, grey coloured U-Deck EVA throughout, Sarca electric drum winch with stem mounted anchor, chain and braid rode, partially smooth water safety gear kit, 12 months registrations, Yamaha twin ram motor support.<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 _1tlv1fe9v a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">Supplied by<\/span><span class=\"iompba0 _1lalutrh0 a6hzxt6 a6hzxt0 a6hzxt0\">:\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"iompba0 iompba4 _1lalutrh0 _1vzaghk4 _1vzaghk5 _1vzaghke\" href=\"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Northside Marine<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"iompba0 iompba3 _1lalutrgo _1lalutriu _1lalutr336\"><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Stabicraft 2050 Frontier Profish 2025 review Stabicraft\u2019s biggest open-deck centre console yet delivers space, stability and serious fishing capability New Zealand\u2019s Stabicraft Boats has unveiled another superb fishing weapon in the new 2050 Frontier centre console. This big, safe and sturdy trailer boat combines a range of smart interior innovations with Stabicraft\u2019s proven&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2647,"featured_media":10472,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10471","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorised"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10471","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2647"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10471"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10471\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10472"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10471"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10471"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.northsidemarine.com.au\/stabicraft-boats\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10471"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}