Pathfinder redesigned the transom of its venerable 2200 bay boat to accommodate the additional weight of a four-stroke outboard and 25-inch shaft. The new model is designated 2200 XL. This is a Tournament Edition - TE XL, which come with three livewells--a pair of 40-gallon wells aft, and a single 15-gallon well forward.

Length: 21 feet, 10 inches
Beam: 8 feet, 6 inches
Draft: 11 inches
Weight: 2200 XL: 2,615 pounds with Yamaha F150; 2200: 2,415 with same power package
Shaft Length: 25 inches (XL); 20 inches (2200)
Fuel: 60 gallons
Horsepower: 150 hp

Yep, that's a 150-horsepower 4-stroke Yamaha on the back of a 22-foot bay boat.

Note the angled transom; see how it sweeps aft toward the waterline. There is effectively more wetted surface area and flotation to help get on plane with the big 4-stroke.

Here she goes. In a choppy bay, we topped off at 58 mph, but this boat will easily top 60.

Our test model had a tendency to porpoise, with that extra weight on the transom. Note that we had less than a quarter tank of fuel, and no trolling motor batteries, ice or gear in the bow. The weight of real-time rigging would likely make for a level, smooth ride.

Also, the boat is said to perform well with an F150--which weighs in at 130 pounds less than the big 250.

LCD multi-mode gauges, showing tach and fuel burn.

Handy jack plate switch.

At 8 feet, 6 inches, this is a wide fishing platform, with ample walking space between the console and gunnels.

Say goodbye to those old low-profile, hull-mounted nav lights. New Coast Guard regs require the lights to be placed higher for visibility. Socket for 360 white light is visible behind the windshield.

Pop-up cleats are standard equipment on good bay boats.

Leaning post with a comfortable backrest.

Secure handrail keeps passengers in the boat at 60 mph. In-console tackle boxes ensure your tackle comes with you, too.

Gasketed, sandwiched, gelcoated hatch lid covers a cavernous forward storage area.

Anchor locker.

Hideaway horizontal storage for rods.

Full-size console and windshield--another comfort touch on this speed-demon. Also plenty of space for a chartplotter and other electronics.

Our test model had the integrated leaning post with tackle boxes and storage trays; a welded aluminum leaning post with cooler storage underneath is also available.

Yes, those boxes are lockable.

25-gallon standard aft livewell on the 2200 and 2200 XL. The Tournament Edition has two 40-gallon wells, plus a third 15-gallon well up front.

A super touch: Bronze thru-hull pickups with seacock shutoff valves, genuine marine hardware right there where you can easily access it.   2007 22' PathFinder Tournament powered by a 150 HP  Four Stroke Yamaha Outboard.   The  2007 Pathfinder Tournament has been the most popular 22 foot bay boat ever made. That's no surprise considering the 2200's features and performance. These features include three livewells, 95 gallons of live bait capacity,salt and fresh water wash down systems, re-designed console for more rod storage and increased walk around fishing space. Primarily, the new layout was introduced to better meet the demands of today's guides, tournament fishermen and serious shallow-water anglers. At 22 feet  and 8 feet 6 inches wide, the new Tournament provides a significant amount of room and a stable platform to move around on while casting. Give us a call and check it out - we comfortably fish four anglers.   Online Field Report: Pathfinder 2200 May 2007 webXtra coverage. Take a look at the latest 22-foot bay boat.