boat review
boat review
HEWES
Redfish 18
Maverick Boat Company , builder of the Hewes brand of flats boats and a leader in its class for nearly six decades , just unveiled their newly redesigned Hewes 18 .
With no need to alter one of the most highly regarded CAD-designed hulls on the water , attention was turned to the Redfisher 18 ’ s deck , which has been completely revamped to allow for more out-of-sight storage and a simpler and cleaner layout . Under-seat storage at the helm has also been expanded to allow for easier access and more room for gear . A new centerline livewell system with dual in-flow , bottom-to-top draining and a hidden standpipe to prevent net snags was added , which greatly enhances live bait carrying capability .
The all-new console includes ample space for the latest flush-mount electronics and features an advanced fiberoptic switch panel with backlighting and lighted switch tips that clearly show when accessories are in the “ on ” position . Night fishing and other lowlight operations were also taken into consideration by utilizing standard blue LED interior cockpit lighting .
The Redfisher 18 ’ s forward deck has
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