HARRIS CRUISER 250
Cruiser models may be the entry point into the Harris Boats lineup, but don’t expect lesser construction from this builder just to reach the price point. Quality build details include full-length M-brackets to resist flex, a sturdy mix of extruded aluminum C- and Z-channel cross members for deck support, and tried-and-true tongue-and-groove marine plywood decking that’s built to last. Three-inch-deep aluminum rub rails protect the deck edges and wrap over corners. Marine-grade wiring includes plastic grommets and conduit for protection, as well as water-resistant Deutsch connectors. Cruiser-series pontoons feature all-new furniture for 2021, with bases fabricated from color-matched, roto-molded composite, and seat cushions covered in soft-touch vinyl. Parallel bow couches span 5 feet, 8 inches to starboard and 4 feet, 6 inches to port, the latter backing up to a wheelchairfriendly 2-foot-10-inch-wide side gate. Aft, another pair of 5-foot couches feature aftfacing seatbacks. Bolsters below the thigh add comfort and security. Items stored below are protected from rain and spray by gutters, with drains to funnel away water. At the stern, rails sweep to the deck in fastback fashion, revealing a vinyl-covered aft enclosure with integrated speakers and an upgraded four-step, stainless-steel telescoping ladder, perfect for hanging out in the cove.
The helm is the same fiberglass console you’ll find on the more upscale Sunliner, with an inwardly curved base for added legroom and stowage below. The captain has a great view of the water while underway. For navigation and monitoring, our test boat featured the upgraded Simrad
GO7 display on the dash, offset so as not to be blocked from the captain’s vision by the tilt wheel. A 12-volt outlet and dual USB ports sit above a padded tray with a drain, which is a great spot for a phone. Choose the optional wireless charger and eliminate pesky cords.
Our test boat featured Harris’ Level 2 Performance Package and a Mercury 150 FourStroke outboard, a combination that produced an almost instantaneous plane and a 34.4 mph top speed. Handling was precise and predictable, and just right for the target audience.