Cruisers Yachts debuts its new 50 GLS as the ultimate dayboat, which is true in one sense, but limiting in another. Yes, this is a huge express bowrider pushed along by triple 600 hp Merc outboards. But it’s also perfect for long weekends aboard, with two separate cabins and a surprisingly spacious head.
Start at the stern, where the Mercs hang from a wide transom that allows ample room to use the outdoor kitchen, featuring twin grills and a sink. Fold-down bulwarks stretch the usable floor space from the 14-foot-6-inch beam to 21 feet. The cockpit behind the windshield adds an L-shaped galley with twin fridges behind the helm, plus three L-shaped lounges and a settee aft with twin tables.
Stroll through the opening windshield and there is wraparound seating with three dedicated forward-facing seats with armrests for security. (Don’t forget the 1,800 hp on the transom.)
The skipper gets a dedicated adjustable seat with a headrest, and the companion seat handles two guests to keep an eye on the glass dash with triple 19-inch Simrad screens and advanced CZone digital switching. A bow thruster adds to the maneuverability. Most of the cockpit is covered by the fiberglass hardtop (with sunroof), while an awning extends to protect the remaining deck.
Below, a private master cabin has a queen-size berth forward, while the aft cabin has flexible single or double berths. Both cabins share a spacious head with a separate stall shower, and the salon has a fridge and TV.
The flagship of the Cruisers GLS line of seven boats (four with outboards), the 50 clearly calls to experienced boaters with the fold-down terraces aft, triple outboards that provide speed (56 mph), and a deep forward cockpit that’s safe for kids. Add to that the overnighting and long-weekending ability from the two cabins, full air conditioning with a generator, and thoughtful amenities, from cellphone chargers to a microwave for morning coffee.
Cruisers’ construction, from the sturdy stringer grid to the flawless joinerwork, has long been a hallmark of this company, and the 50 GLS with its modern details just adds to that luster.
High Points
- All-fiberglass construction with foam coring prevents rot.
- Folding cockpit “terraces” add flexibility and space at rest.
- Designed to handle Mercury V-12 outboards.
- Two distinct sleeping cabins make this more than just a dayboat.
- The wide transom makes the outdoor galley and grills fully usable.
- High coamings both fore and aft are safe for kids.
Pricing and Specs
| Price: | Not available |
| LOA: | 52’4″ |
| Beam: | 14’6″ |
| Draft (max): | 3’11” |
| Draft: | 2’10” (drives up) |
| Dry Weight: | 38,000 lb. |
| Seat/Weight Capacity: | Yacht Certified |
| Fuel Capacity: | 660 gal. |
Cruisers Yachts – Oconto, Wisconsin; 800-743-3478; cruisersyachts.com
