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Crafted for discerning captains, the 2023 Contender 39 ST is a 39-foot bluewater center console built for offshore dominance. Triple Yamaha 450 XTO outboards deliver searing speed, long range, and rock-solid reliability, putting you on the bite faster and keeping you there longer—tournament-ready sportfish performance.

Summary

Built for those who refuse to compromise, the 2023 Contender 39 ST is thirty-nine feet of pure offshore performance. Driven by triple Yamaha 450 XTO outboards, it delivers blistering speed, exceptional range, and unwavering reliability, launching you to distant fishing grounds faster and leaving more time to track down target species. Purpose-built for serious anglers and offshore enthusiasts, the 39 ST fuses adrenaline-charged pace with a hull engineered to tame rough water, while its center-console layout invites customization to the way you fish: choose your electronics suite, define rod holder placements, spec your outriggers, and refine every detail to suit your style. Whether you’re chasing pelagics in deep water or sprinting to the islands, this 39 ST is designed to get you there first—and make every mile feel like a statement.

Console

The command center is crowned by a Custom Sport hardtop with an LED dome light, creating a clear, glare-free working environment at all hours. A robust aluminum rack for shelving organizes essential gear within easy reach, while a large side entry door streamlines boarding and diving access. Ergonomics take center stage with folding armrests that support long runs at speed, and a Marlin Tower from Custom Pipe Design elevates your line of sight for spotting bait, birds, and current breaks with confidence.

Seating and upholstery

Fish hard and ride in comfort with an M‑Series leaning post that integrates a mezzanine seat, cupholders, rod holders, and tackle centers on each side, turning the cockpit into a purpose-built command zone. Triple Llebroc Mini Billfish chairs with outboard armrests and power sliders deliver precise, fatigue-free support for long runs, complemented by a folding footrest that fine-tunes your helm position. Forward bench seating with plush cushions invites crew to relax between strikes, soft cockpit coaming bolsters take the sting out of the fight, and snow‑white exterior cushions with medium opal embroidery bring a refined, custom finish. A white rub rail frames the profile with a crisp, clean edge.

Electronics and navigation

The helm bristles with integrated technology, anchored by a Garmin 743 display and a high‑speed compass for instant situational awareness. A VHF 315 keeps you connected offshore, while a JL Audio system transforms the deck with four 10‑inch subs, eight 8.8‑inch speakers, and a white sports grill with LED lights managed through a Shadow Caster LED controller. Power management and reliability come courtesy of a battery with switch, a bilge pump with switch, and shore power at 30 AMP, while a 12V plug in the electronics box supports auxiliary devices. Precision handling is assured with Helm Master EX delivering full maneuverability for the triple XTO/IDES installation and triple XTO/IDES digital electrical steering for fingertip control. Night moves are elevated by navigation light, under‑gunnel lighting, and underwater lights, and on‑deck utility is maximized with a freshwater system, a saltwater washdown, a livewell, pop‑up cleats, and a Garelick built‑in ladder in the transom. Forward operations are streamlined by an anchor chute with locking system.

Fishing equipment

Purpose‑built to hunt, the cockpit features an aft fish box for iced‑down trophies and a mid‑size forward coffin box with an electrical lift, cleverly positioned as a lounge when it’s time to recharge. Four electric reel outlets power deep‑drop tactics, while flush‑mounted Gemlux scoops keep baitwater flowing clean and fast. Two live wells sustain lively baits through long days offshore, and abundant rod holders keep every setup organized and instantly at hand.