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GulfShore 26

GulfShore 26
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The GulfShore 26 is the result of 30 years of innovation and refinement, built to meet the demands of serious and professional anglers. Designed for versatility, it delivers the capability to venture far offshore while still excelling in shallow waters—all without compromising a smooth, stable ride.

  • Starting Price $175,700
  • Length (at centerline) 26'7"
  • Beam 9'
  • Draft (loaded) 13"
  • Deadrise (at transom) 15°
  • Deadrise (at bow entry) 45°
  • Weight (w/o engine) 3,900 lbs.
  • Standard Fuel Capacity 100-130 Gallons
  • Recommended HP Range 300-450 HP
  • Gunwale Width 11"
  • Cockpit Depth (freeboard at aft cockpit) 22"
  • Cockpit Depth (freeboard at fwd cockpit) 23"
  • Cockpit Size 8'1" x14'2"
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  • Custom single-color hull, all composite, fully self-bailing
  • Five ss “pull-up” cleats (1 bow, 2 stern, 2 cockpit) & 5/8″ ss bow and transom lifting eyes
  • SS threaded garboard drain
  • All thru-hulls are titanium and ss and have composite ball valves
  • All compartments are plumbed overboard (no compartments drain into bilge)
  • All hatch opening have deep gutters with rubber gaskets for quietness and dryness
  • All empty chambers under cockpit floor are foam filled (closed cell)
  • Sea Dek under gunwale pads
  • Suzuki 300hp (digital throttle) (white or black)
  • Hydraulic steering (with bend restrictor fittings on all hydraulic hoses)
  • Porta Hydraulic Transom Bracket with turn signal style switch
  • MinnKota Terrova 72″ 36V, 112lb with three Group 27 batteries and 3-bank charger
  • 10ft Power-Pole Blade (transom mounted) (white or black)
  • Trim Tabs (12×12″, includes indicator switch)
  • 135 gal fuel tank (3/16″) with “Racor” fuel filter/water separator
  • Two Group 27 cranking batteries with heavy duty holding trays
  • Blue Sea battery switch (1-2-ALL-OFF)
  • Additional on board battery charger (to charge cranking/house batteries)
  • Two 1500gph bilge pumps with automatic float switches
  • Two live well pumps (1100gph) with intake filter, removable screen and ss ball valve
  • All wiring is marine tinned and all connections have epoxy coated heat shrink connectors
  • All battery cable connections are made with solder and epoxy coated heat shrink
  • Elevated composite console with leaning post on composite raised pod
  • Elevated helm on powder coated aluminum frame and 4 welded rod holders
  • SS knobbed steering wheel (with fingertip grip)
  • SIMRAD electronics package (includes: 2ea NSS 12″ MFDs, SS75 600W thru hull CHIRP transducer, and 2-1 active imaging transducer)
  • SIMRAD RS-20 VHF with 4ft antenna
  • All navigation lights are LED
  • Flip-bolster helm seat with powder coated lean post and 6 welded rod holders
  • Dual drawer polymer cabinet under lean post
  • Six tower rod holders (rod holders welded to tower frame)
  • Six ss flush mount rod holders (mounted on deck cap)
  • Under gunwale rod racks (holds 4 rods)
  • Custom integrated fish ruler
  • Raw water washdown (with ss outlet, coil hose, and quick disconnect)
  • Two 30 gal bait wells
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  • Anchor Locker
  • Storage
  • Console
  • Leaning Post
  • Cooler/Fishbox
  • Bilge Access
  • Release Well
  • Rigging
  • Baitwell
  • Coffin Box
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Key Features
and Highlights

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Design

Extended running surface and wide beam deliver a smooth, stable ride. Built for serious anglers wanting a large, efficient platform with multiple helm and layout options.

Construction

All-composite modified-V hull with reinforced stringer grid and sprayed-on non-skid finish. Available in single or twin-engine setups. Highly customizable.

Water Capability

Confident in inshore, near-shore, and offshore conditions. Comfortable offshore performance while maintaining shallow-water versatility.

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Additional Options & Upgrades

Engine Upgrades *The following are upgrades from the standard Suzuki 300hp (digital throttle) (white or black)
  • Upgrade to Suzuki 350hp 4-Stroke 4.4L V6
  • Upgrade to Mercury 300hp 4-Stroke 4.6L V8 (AMS)
  • Upgrade to Mercury 350hp 4-Stroke 5.7L V10 (AMS)
  • Upgrade to Mercury 425hp 4-Stroke 5.7L V10 (AMS)
    *choice of color: Cold Fusion White, Pearl Fusion White, Warm Fusion White, or Black
  • Upgrade to Yamaha 300 4-Stroke 4.2L V6
  • Upgrade to Yamaha 350 4-Stroke 4.3L V6
  • Upgrade to Yamaha XTO 450 5.6L V8
    *choice of color: white or traditional grey
  • Upgrade to Optimus Electric Steering
  • Upgrade trim tabs to Lenco Pro Control Auto System
  • Upgrade trim tabs to Seakeeper Ride System (525mm)
  • Porta Bracket height indicator
Trolling Motor Upgrades & Options *The standard trolling motor is the MinnKota Terrova (36V, 112lb, 72" shaft)
  • Upgrade to MinnKota iPilot NEW Terrova QUEST (brushless, 36V, 115lb, 72″, Manual Deploy)
  • Upgrade to MinnKota iPilot NEW INSTINCT (brushless, 36V, 115lb, 72″ , Auto Deploy)
  • Upgrade to 87″ MinnKota
  • Upgrade to Power-Pole MOVE (brushless, 36V 100lb, 72″ shaft, Manual Deploy)
  • Upgrade to SIMRAD RECON (36V, 72″ shaft, Manual Deploy)
  • Upgrade to GARMIN Force Kraken (36V, 72″ shaft, Manual Deploy)
Trailer
  • Aluminum Dual Axle Trailer (includes all ss hardware, ss hubs, spare tire assembly, step-on fenders custom fit “driver-on” bunks, and ss cad disc brakes)
  • Aluminum Wheels
Electronics Package *The standard electronics package is the SIMRAD 2ea NSS 12" MFDs, SS75 600W thru hull CHIRP transducer, 2-1 active imaging transducer, and RS-20 VHF with 4ft Antenna
Marine Stereo Package (Includes Fusion head unit, 2ea JL Audio 7.7" speakers and all wiring and installation)
  • Upgrade – two additional JL Audio 7.7″ speakers
  • Upgrade – two additional JL Audio 8.8″ speakers
  • Upgrade – two JL Audio 8″ subs with composite recess and one JL Audio Amplifier
  • Upgrade – two JL Audio 10″ subwoofers with composite recess and one JL Audio Amplifier
  • Fiberglass recess for speakers and subs (each)
SIMRAD Electronics Package Additions
  • Upgrade to 1kW thru hull CHIRP transducer
  • SIMRAD WM-4 Sirius-XM Satellite Weather Module and Antenna
  • SIMRAD Autopilot (without display)
  • SIMRAD Halo 20+ Radar (includes all wiring and installation)
  • Upgrade VHF to SIMRAD RS40
GARMIN Electronics Package Options
  • Upgrade to GARMIN Electronics Package #1 (Includes two 12″ 8612 MFDs, B75 600W thru hull CHIRP transducer, Side and Downscan transducer, and 115 VHF with 4ft antenna. Includes all wiring and installation)
  • Upgrade to 1kW thru hull CHIRP transducer
  • GARMIN GXM-54 Sirius-XM Satellite Weather Module and Antenna
  • GARMIN Autopilot (without display)
  • GARMIN GMR XHD 18″ Radar (includes all wiring and installation)
  • GARMIN upgrade radar to Fantom
  • Upgrade VHF to GARMIN 215 VHF
Aluminum Fabrication
  • Additional rod holder welded to tower frame (pair)
  • Additional cup holder welded to tower frame (pair)
  • Knife/plier/cup holder combo welded to tower frame (pair)
  • Removable buggy top (aluminum frame with Sunbrella soft top, includes 4 threaded knobs)
  • Removable casting seat (cushioned stool, Defender flush mount, turnbuckle, backing plate)
  • Removable casting platform (with flush stainless steel base and turnbuckle)
Anchoring
  • Upgrade standard single 10ft Power Pole Blade to dual 10ft Power Pole Blades (one pump or two pumps)
  • Dual Power Pole Brackets (mount to side of Porta Bracket)
  • Sea Claw anchor package (12lb Sea Claw, 15′ chain, and 300′ rope)
Fishing & Rigging
  • Tackle Station (includes 4 Plano trays, sliding drawer and pull out cutting board)
  • Additional SS Rod Holders (flush mounted on deck cap) – $300 (pair)
  • Rod Holder/Cup Holder Combos – $500 (pair)
  • Additional gunnel cup holders – $200 (pair)
  • EPIRB (ACR V5 Cat II, with bracket)
Upholstery & Seating
  • Frigid Rigid Cooler with Backrest
  • Bench Seat with Removable Backrest (includes dry storage and removable bench cushion)
  • Composite seat pod with two Llebroc seats (each with two armrests), two cup holders, and dual drawer polymer tackle storage
  • Removable Pedestal Seat (choice of captain style or bicycle style) (includes flush mount ss base, adjustable cylinder, and matching upholstery)
Covers & Enclosures
  • Custom Full Boat Cover (choice of color)
  • Extended Sides (full boat cover)
  • Cockpit Bimini Top (choice of color, includes boot)
  • Helm Bimini Top (choice of color, includes boot)
  • Small console Cover (choice of color, covers console)
  • Lean Post Cover (choice of color)
  • Combo Cover (choice of color, covers console and lean post)
  • Life Jacket Storage
Lighting & Plumbing
  • Underwater Lights LED – Pair
  • Upgrade Underwater Lights to Spectrum
  • Cockpit Lights LED (set of 4)
  • Upgrade Cockpit Lights to Spectrum
  • Spreader Lights (high intensity, LED) – $500ea
  • Lumitec Razor Light Bar (low profile, curved 18″)
  • Recirculating Live Well Pump
  • Freshwater Washdown (15 gallon capacity) with “Y” Valve for raw water supply
  • Clear Acrylic Release Well Lid or Bait Well Lid (with etched logo)
Deck & Utility
  • Pull-Out Ladder (3-step)
  • Armstrong Dive Ladder (3-step removable)
  • Dive Platform (fiberglass composite with fold down 3-step ladder)
  • Helm Pad (Sea Dek)
  • 12V Accessory Outlet Mounted/Wired Inside Console
  • Upgrade Batteries to AGM – $270ea
  • Additional On-Board Battery Charger (to charge cranking/house batteries)
  • Forward Step (includes insulated cooler and hatch)
  • Forward Corner Steps (or aft)
  • Additional Midship Cleats (pair)
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Just Delivered

Center Console with Tower
May 2025
Center Elevated Helm
January 2025
Center Elevated Helm
January 2025
Rear Elevated Helm
February 2023
Center Console with Tower - May 2025

Port bow aerial

Port aft corner

Port aft aerial

Upper helm

Under gunnel sea dek

Rear seating

Livewell access

Leaning post

Helm seat

Helm pad

Gunnel

Front seating

Front deck

Front deck storage

Front console

Console

Console rigging

Bilge and fishbox

Center Elevated Helm - January 2025

Side aerial

Port aft aerial

Aerial

Rear tower

Rear cockpit

Looking aft

Helm seat

Hard top

Front storage

Front pitchwells

Front of console

Console

Bilge and fishbox

Aft fishbox

Aft cockpit

Center Elevated Helm - January 2025

Side aerial

Port bow aerial

Hatches open aerial

Under gunnel sea dek

Trolling motor batteries

Rear seating storage

Rear livewell

Radar

Life jacket storage

Leaning post and helm stand

Helm seat storage

Helm pad

Front seating storage

Front console

Floor livewell

Console

Cockpit hatches open

Aft cockpit

Rear Elevated Helm - February 2023

Side aerial

Port aft Aerial

Bow aerial

04_Side profile

Under gunnel sea dek

Trolling motor

Side console

Rear hatches open

Helm stand and leaning post

Helm seat storage

Front seating

Front seating storage

Front hatches open

Front deck

Front console

Console

Cockpit

Aft rod holders

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I could not be happier with how the GulfShore 26 has expanded my business, the shallow draft and smooth ride in rough weather have been a game changer in my nearshore fishery. For anyone looking for a large bay boat to handle everything from backcountry snook fishing to catching grouper and snapper 20 miles offshore, this boat is the perfect answer. And the limitless customization potential of this platform means that anyone can build the boat of their dreams in a GulfShore 26.”

Captain Clay Shidler Repeat Customer

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