Four Winns H2

The H2 from Four Winns combines flashy style, usable features, and sporty performance into a package that delivers a lot of bang for the buck.

“We are retooling our whole bowrider line,” says Doyle Vander Pol of Four Winns. “This boat has our new look, and you won’t see anything else like it anywhere. She’s beautiful and fun to drive too.”

The H2 comes in both inboard and outboard iterations, though we prefer the latter for accessibility and service. With a single Mercury Verado 250, the little boat can scoot up on plane in less than four seconds, and from there it’s off to the races. The H2 can fly across the water at a reported top speed cresting an impressive 50 mph.

But you can also have a blast on the H2 when she is simply standing still. She has a deep swim platform, as well as convertible sunpad seating aft. Up front, bow seating provides the perfect venue for a private chat or a cocktail at sundown.

The captain will be in the lap of luxury. “The helm is stunning,” Vander Pol says. “We use a lot of hand-stitched vinyl, which most don’t use, and the upholstery is so rich you need to see it to believe it.”

Meanwhile, a Simrad GO7XS touchscreen can be complemented by a second Simrad navigation screen. The helm seat rotates easily to aid with onboard ergonomics, as well as docking. A wireless smartphone charger is within easy reach. The wheel is reported to have the requisite smooth control you’d expect from a boat with such a sporty bloodline. At the same time, the hull has a “Stable Vee” running surface that’s designed to slice through chop for a grippy, smooth ride. Vander Pol also points out the dual cockpit entry from the transom, which can be lifted to expose non-skid walkways on either side, or be propped up and used as backrests while lounging.

The H2 from Four Winns packs a punch in a powerful little footprint.

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