Cabo 44 Express launched

Cabo Yachts has announced the addition of the 44 Express to its fleet. Cabo says that while the 44 HTX has been a successful model, the new 44 Express speaks to the desires of traditional Cabo owners who prefer the allure of a "true" express.

The 44 Express delivers the open feel and vision of a traditional express, paired with the fishability and comfort found aboard its older sibling. Cabo owners and anglers around the globe who prefer the express model -- especially in new and emerging markets for Cabo -- will find up-to-date performance standards in this design of the past.

With its Michael Peters' designed hull, the 44 EX offers the same incredible performance and handling as the 44 HTX. Graceful sea-keeping attributes remain evident, whether trolling a beam sea, or making a run to the scales with a trophy winner.

Measured at over 100 square feet, the layout of the oversized cockpit remains pure Cabo. This model offers the same mezzanine seating, dedicated bait and tackle center, insole fish boxes, rod storage and in-transom bait tank that hold true to many Cabo models. Stainless steel backing plates are laminated into the cockpit, making the addition of a fighting chair effortless.

Although the most visible change aboard the 44 EX is the removal of the hardtop above the helm deck, many key features remain. Elevated for better visibility across the bow, the helm station is equipped with two standard helm seats, with the option for a third.  The pod itself features the same Palm Beach-style controls as its predecessor. An L-shaped lounge and cocktail table lie aft to port, concealing gear stowage beneath. Additional options, including an LED television and stereo, icemaker, freezer and refrigerator, make this one of the best-equipped express boats in its class.

Below deck, is the versatile interior of the 44 Express. The standard two-stateroom layout also has the option to be configured as a single stateroom with a standard angler's room, or a three-stateroom arrangement for larger crews. Private twin berths sit comfortably away from the master in the standard double stateroom; while the optional angler's room layout features a display cabinet, custom rod racks, ample work surface, additional interior storage and an open floor plan.

The full-length, aft-facing galley counter provides easy access to appliances, while opening more floor space in the living/dining area. Forward of the main living area, the master stateroom and shared head offer the comfort and amenities in keeping with CABO Yacht's next generation of sportfishers.