Eastport 32 boat test performances, pricing, specifications, layouts, accommodations, deckplans, photos, and engine performance results.

Affordability is another hallmark of the traditional crab-snagger that has worked its way into Eastport’s philosophy. As a result, you won’t find the level of finish that you would on a pricier vessel. For instance, the undersides of the fiberglass decks are left bare, PVC wiring conduit is exposed, and wires are not enclosed in looming. But none of this in any way affects the operation of the boat, or for that matter, should impact her long-term value. As Weaver says, “We created this boat for the way we boat.” His utilitarian dogma persists in features such as retractable faucet in the head that doubles as a shower nozzle (when was the last time you actually showered inside a 32-footer instead of using the one at the swim platform anyway?) and the purposeful avoidance of exterior woodwork (which also means less maintenance).

Because of her no-frills nature, the 32 is perfect for rigorous use. Daily trips—either cruising around local islands or fishing a few miles offshore—are her raison d’etre. In that sense, she again displays her workboat roots. But like everything else onboard, that tradition has been modified. The Eastport 32 is a pleasureboat, meant for your daily pursuit of on-the-water joy

Noteworthy: Flip-Down Transom

To me the Eastport 32’s most memorable feature is her signature flip-down transom. It’s both easy to use and a practical addition for a boat that will spend a lot of time at sea. Just twist the central handle to pop open the stainless steel bolts, then push the switch under the starboard-side gunwale, and you’ve got yourself a sea-level lounging area. And this is no gimmick. It works great as a swim deck (a ladder attaches to the port side) or for hauling your tender aboard. The hinge along the bottom of the door doubles as a scupper, so the little water that comes in when you’re backing down pours right back out. Eastport even designed it so you can run at full speed with the door down, although just in case, you better look at your wake.

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