{"id":24512,"date":"2026-02-06T10:02:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T10:02:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/?p=24512"},"modified":"2026-02-06T10:02:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T10:02:20","slug":"boat-test-2026-pursuit-s-388-sport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/?p=24512","title":{"rendered":"Boat Test: 2026 Pursuit S 388 Sport"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>    Boat Test: 2026 Pursuit S 388 Sport<br \/>\n \t<BR><br \/>\n<BR><\/BR><br \/>\n    <!-- no image --><br \/>\n \t<BR><br \/>\n<BR><\/BR><\/p>\n<div>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-1-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image disable-lazyload\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport running at sea\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-1.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The S 388 Sport offers a responsive, comfortable ride in a variety of conditions.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide has-custom-font-size has-medium-font-size is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef5ce59c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\" id=\"pursuitVisit\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pursuitboats.com\/?utm_source=2026pursuits388sport&amp;utm_medium=visit_button&amp;utm_id=BTG\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#007ca7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Visit Pursuit<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\" id=\"pursuitBuild\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pursuitboats.com\/buildaboat\/index.php?utm_source=2026pursuits388sport&amp;utm_medium=build_button&amp;utm_id=BTG\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#007ca7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Build Your Pursuit<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\" id=\"pursuitDealer\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pursuitboats.com\/DealerLocator.php?utm_source=2026pursuits388sport&amp;utm_medium=dealer_button&amp;utm_id=BTG\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#007ca7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Find a Pursuit Dealer<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><iframe id=\"wxuzj5efbz\" src=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.dragonforms.com\/wxuzj5efbz\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"width:100%;height:165px;border:none;overflow:hidden;\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n<p>Pursuit\u2019s new S 388 represents the evolution of the Sport series center-console, supplanting the S 378 model and offering more storage and features developed from customer input. It also boasts both functional and aesthetic innovations allowing its owner to pursue a variety of activities. Hop aboard.<\/p>\n<p>I applaud Pursuit\u2019s design team for balancing appearance with function. The sheer line looks aggressive, yet there\u2019s plenty of freeboard to provide security. The top didn\u2019t visibly wrack or vibrate despite my aggressive wake-bashing, yet it looks sleek and houses audio, rod holders, and more. Twin platform extensions enhance water access, ease service access, and make the S 388 appear longer and lower, while making the outboards appear integral.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-2-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport helm\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-2.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The well-appointed helm offers a wealth of information and capabilities.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interior and Accessories<\/h2>\n<p>Of course, the hull side windows really make this Pursuit\u2019s appearance pop. These also serve a purpose beyond aesthetics. When inside the cabin, itself fitted with large windows, the sightlines lead straight through the hullside windows. Thus, cabin occupants get a view of the water, not the washdown hose. That this detail was even considered illustrates to me Pursuit\u2019s dedication to excellence.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-3-683x1024.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport bow seating\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-3-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-3-scaled.jpg 1707w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">Bow seating is spacious and plush.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<p>Other features inside the nicely decorated cabin include opposing settees that convert to a berth, and a galley that includes a microwave and two refrigerator\/freezer drawers. There\u2019s also a 24-inch smart TV, a solid-wood dining table, plus dedicated fishing rod storage. Air conditioning, powered by the generator or 50A shorepower, keeps things cool, and the private head boasts a designer vanity, a vacu-flush commode and a shower curtain. Topside, the S 388 sports 97 more cubic feet of storage\u2014optional cold plates refrigerate some of that\u2014and a cockpit refrigerator. Pursuit raised the cockpit sole, enabling larger fish boxes and a bigger fuel tank. Additionally, the cockpit is 8 inches longer than the old 378 and I applauded both the ability to walk from port to starboard in front of the engines and the placement of the stern cleats. Mounted high and aft, these enable cross-tying without fouling on the outboards. The wide dive door offers a low sill\u2014easier for boating fish\u2014and didn\u2019t leak a drop during my sea trial.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-4-683x1024.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport overhead screen\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-4-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-4-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-4-scaled.jpg 1707w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The top houses audio, rod holders, and more.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<p>Service access impressed me. I could easily get my hands on the fittings. The batteries live on a slide-out shelf\u2014a great advantage to anyone who\u2019s installed batteries will appreciate.<\/p>\n<p>Another boat with great service access (sans Pursuit\u2019s slick battery slide), copious social benefits, and a fishier attitude is Grady-White\u2019s\u00a036-feet-6-inch-by-13-feet-2-inch\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/boats\/2024-grady-white-canyon-386-bbg\/\">Canyon 386<\/a>.\u00a0Rated for 1,350 hp, it carries a bit less fuel than the Pursuit, but\u00a0hit a faster 60.3 mph in our test with triple Yamaha 450 XTO Offshore outboards.\u00a0The Canyon 386 retails for\u00a0$1,098,960.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-6-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport cockpit seating\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-6-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-6-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-6-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-6-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-6.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">A removable table creates an al fresco dining area.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<p>I ran the S 388 Sport with a dozen people aboard, the tanks half-full and the intent to wring out this new rig. The S 388 took off easily. At mid-range cruising speed it nearly jumped when I mashed the throttle. Such response indicates that it\u2019ll be a good boat in confused seas and inlets with breakers. Turning was predictably sure even up to hardover at 45 mph. Note that the numbers in the performance chart (below) were collected during a separate trial with just two people onboard.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-5-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport transom livewell\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-5-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-5-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-5-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-5-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-5.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The transom features a 36-gallon, lighted livewell with a blue interior, as well as large storage box.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<p>Pursuit installed fishing equipment with a thoughtful mindset. Rocket launchers are positioned so the cockpit shade can deploy and so that you can easily reach rods stored in them. Twelve rod holders grace the gunwales and there\u2019s lockable under-gunwale rod stowage, plus a rack on the underside of the hardtop. There\u2019s a 36-gallon, lighted transom livewell with a blue interior, as well as large storage box. The fish boxes feature diaphragm pumps, which evacuate fish-bits better than more cloggable gravity drains. The tackle center provides storage, leader racks and more. The cooler lid is upholstered to form an aft-facing bench; fold down the backrests to reveal hard work surfaces for tying rigs (or serving charcuterie). It\u2019s an ingenious solution we\u2019ve seen on other top boats.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-9-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport cabin\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-9-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-9-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-9-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-9-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-9.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">Opposing settees convert to a berth.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<p>Of course, you can step up into the space between this module and the helm seats. From there, you can face aft and rig baits atop the grill and sink lids. A removable table creates an al fresco dining area, and Pursuit provides a clever stowage space for it. Form meets function.<\/p>\n<p>Our test boat featured Pursuit\u2019s Puretech Suite Tier 1. This included Garmin electronics with custom MFD startup pages and engine diagnostics, an optimized JL Marine Audio system, and Siren Marine telematics for remote monitoring of your boat\u2019s condition.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-7-683x1024.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport head\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-7-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-7-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-7-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-7-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-7-scaled.jpg 1707w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The private head boasts a designer vanity, a vacu-flush commode and a shower curtain.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<p>Puretech Suite 1 dovetails nicely with the Yamaha technology aboard, including integrated electric steering, Helm Master EX digital electronic control, Yamaha joystick control with the Full Maneuverability package (set point and autopilot), a multifunction display interface, and a manual engine-flushing system.<\/p>\n<p>If you want the ride, seakeeping and layout of a center-console to pursue fishing with as much passion as your other pleasures, I suggest scheduling a sea trial aboard Pursuit\u2019s S 388 Sport.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read Next:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/boats\/2025-pursuit-s-328-sport-boat-test\/\">Pursuit S 328 Sport<\/a><\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-10-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport galley\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-10-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-10-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-10-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-10-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-10.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The galley includes a microwave and two refrigerator\/freezer drawers.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Pursuit Boats<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How We Tested<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<strong>Engines:<\/strong> Triple Yamaha 5.6L V-8 450 XTO Offshore<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Drive\/Prop:<\/strong> Outboard\/16 3\/8\u2033 x 21\u2033 XTO OS 3-blade stainless steel<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Gear Ratio:<\/strong> 1.79:1 <strong>Fuel Load:<\/strong> 500 gal. <strong>Water on Board:<\/strong> 0 <strong>Crew Weight:<\/strong> 400 lb.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High Points<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A larger genset, a bigger holding tank, and more fuel compared to competitors.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Hullside windows in a CC? You bet!<\/li>\n<li>Mezzanine, like many other features aboard, enhances both sociability and fishability, and is unique in this size center-console.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Low Points<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A Seakeeper gyrostabilizer is optional, whereas competitors offer a standard gyro. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Competitors offer more fishing features such\u00a0as more and larger livewells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pricing and Specs<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Price:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$965,180 (with test power)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>LOA:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>41\u20191\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Beam:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>12\u20190\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Draft:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2\u20196\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Displacement:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>21,650 lb.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Transom Deadrise:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>22 degrees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Bridge Clearance:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>9\u20196\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Max. Cabin Headroom:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>6\u20194\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Fuel Capacity:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>500 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Max Horsepower:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>1,350<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Available Power:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Triple Yamaha 5.6L 450 XTO<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Speed, Efficiency, Operation<\/h2>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"429\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-Specs.jpg?resize=800%2C429&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Pursuit S 388 Sport performance data\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-Specs.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-Specs-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/BTG126-Pursuit-S388-Specs-768x412.jpg 768w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">Pursuit S 388 Sport Certified Test Results<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Boating Magazine<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter is-style-fill\" id=\"pursuitContact\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pursuitboats.com\/?utm_source=2026pursuits388sport&amp;utm_medium=contact_button&amp;utm_id=BTG\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#007ca7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Contact Pursuit<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Pursuit Boats<\/strong> \u2013 Fort Pierce, Florida;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pursuitboats.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"11116\">pursuitboats.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/boats\/2026-pursuit-s-388-sport-boat-test\/\">Boat Test: 2026 Pursuit S 388 Sport<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/\">Boating Mag<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> \t<BR><br \/>\n <BR><\/BR><br \/>\n    Kevin Falvey<br \/>\n \t<BR><br \/>\n<BR><\/BR><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/boatingmag.com\/boats\/2026-pursuit-s-388-sport-boat-test\/\">Go to boatingmag<\/a><br \/>\n \t<BR><br \/>\n <BR><\/BR><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Boat Test: 2026 Pursuit S 388 Sport The S 388 Sport offers a responsive, comfortable ride in a variety of conditions. Courtesy Pursuit Boats Visit Pursuit Build Your Pursuit Find a Pursuit Dealer Overview Pursuit\u2019s new S 388 represents the evolution of the Sport series center-console, supplanting the S 378 model and offering more storage [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6046,2560,1512,126,148,1513,1515,7947,352,1562],"tags":[127],"class_list":["post-24512","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-6046","category-40-50ft","category-boat-tests","category-boatingmag","category-boats","category-center-consoles","category-fishing-boats","category-march-2026","category-outboards","category-pursuit","tag-boatingmag"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24512"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=24512"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24512\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=24512"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=24512"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=24512"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}