 For the design team ad sportsmen, the Heritage 261 started as a dream on a whiteboard to define an entirely new class of family-focused center console boats unlike anything else on the market. The Heritage 261 packs all of this innovation into one very versatile 26-foot boat. Whether you like being on, in, or around the water, the Heritage 261 has everything that you need. Its water-centric views are going to keep the entire family immersed in the moment. For specifications, this yacht-certified boat is 26 feet 6 inches with a 9-foot 5-inch beam, 160 gallons of fuel, 22 degrees of dead-rice at the transom, and a 12-inch draft. The Heritage series of boats is built using our preparatory sport tech advanced fabrication process utilizing composite materials and no wood. This boat comes packed with a transferable 10-year haul-limited warranty and is NMMA certified. This certification ensures that this boat adheres to the highest safety standard guidelines set by the ABYC, bringing you the peace of mind that you are purchasing a high quality and safe boat for you and your family. For a detailed look at how our boats are built, check out our series behind the glass, where we explore our build process in great detail. To suit your personal style, we offer a range of colors for the hull side, hull bottom, and hardtop underside, as well as standard powder coating in white or black. When it comes to boat upholstered materials, quality and durability are essential. That's why we use side-leather marine silicone coated fabrics in all of our boats. These fabrics are resistant to UV, salt spray, staining, cold cracking and hydrolysis. Side-leather fabrics don't contain plasticizers, which can be breeding ground for bacteria. We offer three color options, white, desert tan, or ash gray and feature our double diamond stitch pattern. At the bow of the Heritage 261, you'll notice a plush upgraded interior, maximized for capacity and comfort. We've recessed the combing boasters and the seat bottoms to make the bow seating deeper and more comfortable. This also provides room for a larger, upgraded, removable backrest. This wraparound seating style is very conducive to gatherings around the large, actuated table. This triple-purpose table serves as a large table for all of those sitting around. But can be lowered halfway down and covered with a cushion to turn the bow into a large sunpack, perfect for sunbathing on those hot summer days. When not in use, lower it all the way down for a completely flush, unobstructed bow floor. Ample storage at the bow with two easily accessible, large insulated fish box under the seats, which double up as dry storage and a deep center storage compartment. Wrapping around is a curved, grab handle for safety, plenty of cup holders and speakers to play your favorite tunes. Up here, you'll find an oversized anchored locker compartment and pull-up cleats. Opening the lid reveals the through-hole windlass anchoring system. This design leaves the top deck without any obstruction and we've included foot controls at the bow for easy operation. The console of this boat features a modern and sleek look that follows the sportsman design language. The heart-top frame is built using sturdy D-tubing that is extruded from a single piece of aluminum. This design removes the frame legs from the deck, giving you more space around the console and a robust frame structure. Additionally, it yields more space inside the head. On the front of the console, you'll find a comfortable two-person bench seat. By lifting the bottom cushion, you will reveal the 68 quart insulated cooler. This is a perfect place to store additional food and drinks while out on the water. The starboard side of the console features the iconic sportsman side window glass, which floods the interior space with light. The console is wrapped with a tempered glass enclosure that includes a manually actuated vent. Moving aft, you'll find the entry to the console, purposely built on the side of the console to give you access even when the boat is underway. Inside, you'll find plenty of room to change after a long day at the sandbar, storage, as well as access to the boat's electrical components. At the forward area of the console, we have designated trolling motor battery storage. This allows space for up to three trolling motor batteries tucked away from the visible console floor, providing a more streamlined and uncluttered appearance. Accessing the electrical components of the boat is a breeze thanks to the large opening and easily accessible design behind the helm. To power the onboard electronics, we've equipped this model with a dual battery setup for single engines or a triple battery setup for twins. This model is equipped standard with Discover AGM traction batteries, which are the most advanced AGM batteries on the market. A standout option for families on this model is the standard enclosed porcelain head with overboard discharge and pump-out system. At the helm, comfort and function meets. The design has been optimized for ergonomics. This boat features our SportLink Electronics Integration System, which will give you additional warranties and perks as a sportsman boat owner. The dash of this boat is equipped with the latest Garmin electronics, including the powerful 1243XSV 12-inch GPS Sonar combo with a Garmin GT15M chair through-hole transducer. This brand new transducer offering from Garmin features 600 watts of power, a water temperature sensor and a bandwidth of 80 to 160 kHz. For those looking for an even more high-end look and feel, an optional second GPS Sonar combo is available to fill up the dash. For an elevated audio experience, this model includes a Garmin Fusion Apollo 770 touchscreen head unit paired with the top-of-the-line Garmin Fusion signature speakers, subwoofers and amplifiers. This audio system is enhanced by the latest DSP technology, including our exclusive SportTune audio system, which delivers exceptional audio performance that will leave you amazed. One great feature of SportLink is the digital switching system. This system is powered by the Dometic C-Star Interact DCM digital switching system. The system removes switches from the dash and gives the entire home a clean and clutter-free look. In the rare instance where your screens go down, the system can operate independently of the screens through the built-in Fuse redundancy panel located inside the head. This ensures maximal reliability for safe boat operation. The system is also equipped to be operated from the custom sports and remote control from up to 150 feet away. Other convenience features include a tilt helm with a sportsman's stainless steel steering wheel. Above the console, we have two storage cubbies that are perfect for storing small items such as phones and wallets. At the Senate, there is a compass with a built-in light and a wireless phone charger on the port-side cubby. For even more storage, we've added an extra compartment at the bottom of the footrest providing additional space to keep your belongings organized and within reach. We wrap up the helm area with a sportsman helm pad. This pad provides a finishing touch that is both comfortable and stylish. Focusing on the beautiful hardtop on this boat, you'll notice that it was designed to appear in forward motion with modern and sleek lines and a robust detubing frame. The top features built-in navigation lights with a design that positions completely off the deck for an unobstructed installation. This boat also comes equipped with a Garmin VHF 115 radio and an antenna mounted on a ratcheted mount. The hardtop offers mounting location for six speakers to surround the helm with immersive sound, even while underway. The spreader lights on the hardtop provide deck work lights for early morning or late night trips. And to complete the top, we've added rocket launchers across the back, providing ample space for up to five fishing rods. Additionally, you'll find kingfish rod holders on port and starboard. The half-tower with second station upgrade is the ultimate addition to take your sportsman to the next level. With its premium features and advanced design, this half-tower provides unmatched comfort, visibility, and control for your own water adventures. Whether you're fishing, cruising, or just enjoying a day out on the water, the half-tower with second station ensures that you have the best vantage point to navigate and take in the scenery. Comfort was a key design element for all areas of the Heritage 261. Seating arrangement at the helm of this boat includes dual captain's chairs with armrests and adjustable boasters. Inside the leaning post is a designated battery storage. This sets the battery's centerline for even weight distribution and keeps them dry and out of the elements. The door is easily removable for routine maintenance. On the port side, you gain access to the battery switch panel with switches for the house, engines, and additional accessories. The main breakers are also located on this panel where they can be easily reset. Moving our attention to the gunnels, molded in rod racks with storage for up to three rods on each side. Over the top, flush-mounted gem-loaded rod holders, and for added comfort when fishing, cockpit boaster cushions. They provide a soft cushion to push your knees and legs into when reaching into the water or fighting a fish. The Heritage is known for its deep and comfortable edge-to-edge rear bench seat, jaw-dropping total-axis hatch, and of course, we can't forget to mention, sandbar mode. The rear deck layout features seating for up to four adults. This feature makes the Heritage Series and the 261 a wonderful choice for families. It not only provides extra seating, but it also allows the kids to be seated down below the gunnel for additional safety. For this model, another class first twin aquarium 16 gallon live wells. This is both aesthetically beautiful and functional. These insulated boxes can double up for drinks and storage. At the center is the iconic Heritage Total Access Hatch. Lifting the hatch reveals a large access to the build components and additional storage. Moving to the sides, the deck has two 112 quart insulated and mass-weighted fish boxes with large fully insulated lids to keep all your catch fresh. This model comes standard with both raw water washdown and a fresh water washdown. The outlets are located under the gunnel caps on port and starboard. One important safety feature built into the Heritage 261 is the self-bending cockpit, which allows any water on the deck to drain overboard and not into the bilge area. All sportsmen boats have a collector box drainage system that pipes the water directly overboard without mechanical assistance. When dreaming up the Heritage 261, this idea of a sandbar mode came into the picture, and that's where this boat comes to life. Design considerations for this started with the Leaning Post, where we had to make room for swiveling captain's chairs. This allows both chairs to be rotated aft for entertainment or to watch a skier behind the boat. The rear of the Leaning Post has a standard Yeti cooler. When the seats are in the rear position, it serves as a great footrest. For the rear section of this model, we've doubled up on everything. This boat features not one but two side entry doors, another class-leading feature. Having doors on both sides allows for easy reentry from either side, and when it comes time to fuel up, we've also included fuel fills on both sides. For the ultimate water-centric view, the doors both open a full 180 degrees. Our side doors are designed to be fully supported by the strenuous system for strength and rigidity. We include a removable four-step ladder, which can be used on either door and has dedicated storage inside of the console. The outboard seats can be flipped around to double up as aft facing seats or completely removed for a completely open rear walkthrough. We identified several must-have features at the sandbar, so we've designed those in. For most customers, a stern anchor is a must at the sandbar, and too often, there is no designated storage for it. So we took it to the next level and designed in stern anchor storage on the starboard side. We are including the anchor rope and chain standard on this model. While outside of the boat, grabbing your favorite drink always involves jumping back on the boat to grab it from the cooler. Instead, we've designed in a cooler for drinks on the port side accessible from outside of the boat. This is one feature you will absolutely love. With having dual transom walkthroughs, it only made sense to equip the boat with dual telescoping boarding ladders. This gives you the convenience to board from either side. To wrap up the rear section, we wanted to include something for the whole family, so we designed in a standard telescoping ski tow pole. When it is in the down position, it's completely out of the way, but with a single motion, you get a sturdy ski tow bar for tubing, skiing, weight boarding, and many other fun on-water activities. When we say designed in, we mean it. This ski tow bar ties into the string of the boat to give you immense strength, even under heavy loads. The Heritage 261 was designed for families that primarily cruise and entertain, but still retains the ride quality in fishing amenities. This boat can be powered with a single engine or twins. If you choose the single engine seven, you'll love the newly redesigned Yamaha 450 XTO, which replaced the Yamaha 425 XTO and brings even more power to this engine. For those of you who want twin engines, you'll be more than pleased with the performance of the all-new Yamaha 200, featuring integrated steering, a newly designed cowling, and a factory white color. One of the most exciting features of this model is a standard designed-in integration with the all-new SeaKeeper ride system, which represents a game changer for boat performance and handling. Not to be confused with the gyroscopic SeaKeeper, this system uses advanced technology to eliminate up to 70% of pitch and roll while underway, providing a smooth and stable ride that enhances comfort, control, and confidence on the water. If you are interested in seeing the SeaKeeper ride system in action and learning more about how it revolutionizes a boat's performance and handling, be sure to check out our series on the topic. You can find the link to those videos in the description below. For those who like to cruise at night in style, you'll love the standard lighting package, which includes a pair of blue Lumetech underwater lights for added ambience and safety. The deck is also well-lit with the interior LED lighting package, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for you and your guests. Whether you're out for an evening cruise or enjoying a night of fishing, our advanced lighting system is sure to impress. The Heritage 261 has been designed through and through with your family and mind. We've looked at every single feature of this boat and found innovations along the way. From the spacious bow layout to sandbar mode, this boat checks every box. For more information, navigate to SportsmanBoatsMFG.com or contact your local dealer. Thanks for watching!