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2025 Cobia 265 CC Open
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\n The 265 is just plain fun to drive.<\/span>
\n Courtesy Cobia Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n
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Overview<\/h2>\n

Mathematicians and philosophers have long debated whether there can be more than 100 percent of anything. I remember this from the mists of math class, while I dreamt of boats. But until I saw the new Cobia 265 CC Open, I hadn\u2019t formulated Caswell\u2019s Theorem. \u00a0<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a simple explanation: At first glance, the Cobia 265 CC looks to be an \u00adangler\u2019s dream\u2014decks dotted with rod holders, two rows of rocket launchers on the \u00adhardtop, rod racks along the cockpit sides, plus a livewell and fish boxes. So, let\u2019s call it 95\u00a0\u00adpercent a fishing war wagon.<\/p>\n

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Interior and Accessories<\/h2>\n

But then, it also has a family-friendly head inside the console that \u00adsurprises everyone who unlatches the forward opening door, with easy entry steps, 6 feet of headroom, a sink and mirror, a shower, and a toilet. Add in the folding bench seat for Aunt Edna aft in the cockpit, the hinged lounge backrests forward around a high\/low sun pad\/munchies table, and you have a boat that is 75 percent for families. \u00a0<\/p>\n

It\u2019s clear that if there can be no more than 100 percent of anything, then philosophers have never seen the Cobia 265 CC Open because it disproves everything: This boat is far more than its numbers. It blends serious angling with family fun. This is Caswell\u2019s Theorem of Fun Boats at work.<\/p>\n

Because the percentages favor fishing, let\u2019s start there. The 265 CC Open is just that: a wide-open cockpit, a 30-gallon livewell aft, and a dedicated console behind the helm with tackle boxes, a cutting board, and an ice chest. Need to chase a fish forward in a hurry? The \u00ad24-inch-wide side decks are deep and secure, padded thigh-high, with grab rails \u00adeverywhere.<\/p>\n

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\n The bow seating is plush and spacious.<\/span>
\n Courtesy Cobia Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n

Once forward, a removable casting platform (with dedicated stowage) gets you up high, and our test boat had the optional Garmin Force Kraken trolling motor with enough length so that the prop continues to find a bite (excuse the pun), even in rough seas. Tucked forward under a hatch is a Lewmar anchor windlass with helm remote for easy anchoring.<\/p>\n

That helm is going to be a feature for both anglers and families, protected by an integrated frame with a tempered-glass enclosure, full-width wiper, and an electric vent for those hot days. A big glove box for suntan potions and shades is backed up by another in the hardtop, and two levels of skipper footrests fit \u00adeveryone. The dash is designed for a pair of \u00adGarmin \u00ad16-inch displays, and the row of toggles is \u00adbacklit for night running.<\/p>\n

Read Next:<\/strong> Cobia 350 CC<\/a><\/p>\n

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\n There\u2019s a dedicated console behind the helm with tackle boxes, a cutting board, and an ice chest.<\/span>
\n Courtesy Cobia Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n

Engines<\/h2>\n

For our test, we had the midsize Yamaha 200s (150s are standard; 250s available), which seemed just right, topping out at over 50 mph while getting better than 1 mpg (38.3\u00a0gph!). Ease the throttles to 4,000 rpm, and you\u2019ll sip fuel at 17-plus gph while getting better than 2\u00a0miles per gallon (35 mph).<\/p>\n

Just as important\u2014whether you\u2019re \u00adheading to an offshore canyon or yanking kids on \u00adinflatables\u2014is the hull, and here is where the 265 excels. Your starting point is the 21-degree \u00addeep-V, with twin strakes and wide chine flats that throw spray to the side. And the 265 is just plain fun to drive. I flipped the stainless-steel wheel to its flat bus-driver position and cranked the Cobia hard over with the Brody knob. It banked solidly, with no cavitation, even when I did it into a passing yacht wake. Solid for \u00adoffshore, comfy for families.<\/p>\n

Its construction is what you\u2019d expect from this sister company to Pursuit Boats, with its proprietary VARIS (Vacuum-Assisted Resin Infusion System) for a wood-free stringer grid. That\u2019s a fancy way to say rock-solid, with no creaks or groans. \u00a0<\/p>\n

What about families? They\u2019re going to love the bowrider seating forward, and the big enclosed head is where they can change clothes, rinse off and, of course, do the usual stuff. Aft, the transom platform is free of the typical outboard-rigging tangle (it\u2019s hidden underneath), making it easy for adults to drop snapper baits straight down and for kids to use the pull-out swim ladder safely. Access is via a locking sealed door, so no water enters the cockpit even if you back down hard. Another freshwater shower on the transom gets rid of salt or sand from \u00adswimming or a sandbar.<\/p>\n

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\n Aft, there\u2019s comfortable seating and a 30-gallon livewell.<\/span>
\n Courtesy Cobia Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n

Speaking of ladders, the inward-opening side door abaft the helm is of equal interest to anglers and families. Big enough to pull in a trophy-size fish (or a well-fed diver), it has a removable ladder that stores neatly in a dedicated alcove. That door is right next to one of the two 46-gallon insulated fish boxes, so you can drop your catch from the water and into the box. And whether you\u2019re splashing water or fishing around, the EVA faux-teak decking (an addition from Malibu boats, which recently acquired Cobia) proved itself on our 100-degree test day by maintaining its cool on our bare feet, while giving a solid grip as well.<\/p>\n

If you are shopping, you might consider the Sea Pro 262 DLX. It is available with your choice of twin Mercury, Suzuki or \u00adYamaha outboards, and it comes in at $155,183, \u00adwell-equipped, with twin 175 hp Suzukis.<\/p>\n

Well-built, thoughtfully equipped and just plain fun, the Cobia 265 CC Open proves my theorem: This is a boat that adds up to fun.<\/p>\n

High Points<\/h2>\n