The Most Iconic Center Console
Built for Every Adventure
The 26′ Gause Built Boat is our flagship center console, designed for those who demand versatility, performance, and craftsmanship without compromise. Whether you’re making long offshore runs, fishing the shallow flats, or spending the day with family at the sandbar, this 26 foot center console boat delivers a smooth, confident ride in a package that’s built to last.
Every Gause is handcrafted in Tarpon Springs, Florida, and built with premium materials, trusted marine components, and the attention to detail that’s defined our family-owned company for generations. The result is a boat that’s as capable as it is customizable—ready for the way you boat.
Designed Around You
No two Gause boats are exactly alike. Every 26′ is built to match its owner’s needs, whether that means tournament fishing, family cruising, island hopping, or a combination of it all. From seating layouts and leaning posts to electronics, towers, upholstery, and power options, every detail is selected with your boating lifestyle in mind.
Because your boat should be built for the way you use it—not the other way around!
Premium Components. Proven Performance.
Every 26′ Gause is equipped with premium marine components from the industry’s most trusted manufacturers. From advanced electronics and dependable power to premium hardware and comfort features, every component is carefully selected to deliver lasting performance, reliability, and confidence on the water. Because when you’re miles offshore, quality matters.
Why Owners Choose the 26’
Inshore/Offshore Confidence
Designed to fish the shallow flats with confidence while remaining capable of offshore adventures when conditions allow. The 26′ delivers a smooth, dependable ride that’s equally at home chasing fish or spending the day with family on the water.
Custom Built for You
Every Gause is built around its owner’s vision. From seating layouts and electronics to towers, colors, upholstery, and accessories, your 26′ is crafted to fit the way you boat. This isn’t your basic 26 center console boat. Dream big!
Built to Last
Handcrafted in Tarpon Springs, Florida using premium materials and proven construction methods, the 26′ is designed to provide years of dependable performance and lasting value.
Family-Owned. Florida Proud.
For generations, Gause Built Boats has combined craftsmanship, quality, and customer relationships to build boats that become part of the family’s story—on and off the water.
Built for the Way You Boat
Whether your perfect day starts before sunrise chasing fish or ends with friends at the sandbar, this 26 foot center console boat is designed to adapt to your lifestyle. Every boat is built with versatility in mind, offering the capability, comfort, and customization to make every trip your own.
Want to see how owners use their 26′ Gause? Visit our Owner Spotlights to read real stories from Gause families.
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Explore the craftsmanship, versatility, and timeless design of the 26′ Gause Built Boat.
Specifications
- Boat & Motor Weight (Dry)
- Boat, Motor & Trailer Weight (Dry)
- Recommended Lift Capacity (Wet)
- Bow Deadrise
- Transom Deadrise
- Lift Bunk Spacing
- Lift Guide Pole Spacing
- Porta Bracket Setback
- Porta Backet Travel
- Overall Length (On Trailer)
- Overall Length (Off Trailer)
- Beam
- Beam on Trailer with Guide Poles
- Height on Trailer (Tower Folded)
- Height on Trailer (Tower Up)
- 6,000 lbs
- 7,500 lbs
- 12,000 lbs
- 45°
- 12°
- 30″ inside to inside
- 9′ 6″
- 21″
- 18″
- 35′ 6″
- 30′ 6″
- 9′ (Gunwale to Gunwale)
- 9′ 10″
- 12′ 6″
- 14′ 6″
Ready to Build Your 26’ Gause?
Whether you’re looking for the perfect inshore fishing boat, a versatile family center console, or a custom-built boat tailored to your needs, we’d love to help bring your vision to life. Contact our team to learn more about the 26′ Gause Built Boat, available options, pricing, and current build availability.
Looking for a different size? Explore our 20′ Gause and 23′ Gause models.
Want to read a little more about our 26′ Gause? Read our blog here.
Our Office
728 Wesley Ave. Unit 10 Tarpon Springs, FL 34689