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Kenner Boats History

In 1947, the Kenner family began designing and building high-quality fishing craft known for their superior construction features, rugged dispositions and versatile fishing performance.


Imitated but Never Duplicated

It was Kenner Boats that originated the bay boat concept which has been copied for decades, but never equaled. The Kenner Boats Original Dry-Ride V-Hull revolutionized the market. Today, this reliable design still provides a safe, comfortable ride that’s a s smooth and dry as it is fast.

~Kenner Boats "Original" Dry-Ride V-Hull

The Kenner Boats "Original" Dry-Ride V-Hull provides a stable fishing platform and a smooth, dry ride through rough bay waters as well as shallows and coastal flats.


~All-Composite Stringer System

The all-composite stringer and integrated transom system on the Vision Series creates an exceptionally strong, durable and unitized hull ready to face the elements.


~Optional Tunnel Hull Package

For operating in shallow water, an optional tunnel hull package is offered on each and every Kenner Boats model.


~Versatility

Kenner Boats engineers have created a stable fishing platform that’s competent across a wide range of challenging conditions. Whether you’re fishing inland lakes, inshore bay reefs or deep water rigs in the Gulf, Kenner Boats take you where you want to go, with confidence and in comfort.


~Custom Matched Trailer

Rugged, all-welded trailers aren’t just tough—they’re ‘Saltwater Tough.’


A standard component of every Kenner boat package is the GalvaShield® trailer that’s custom designed, built and fitted to each model at our state-of-the-art trailer manufacturing plant. Instead of bolting our trailers together the way some manufacturers do, GalvaShield® trailers are welded for extra strength and durability. EZ lube hubs make greasing bearings a snap.


Because these are saltwater packages, we add zinc coated springs, diamond-plate vinyl step pads, E-coated wheels, stainless steel and galvanized fasteners. The exclusive GalvaShield® coating applied to every custom-matched trailer makes it the most corrosion-resistant trailer on the market. Starting with G-90 cold-formed galvanized steel tubing, both the interior and exterior receive a coating of zinc for added protection. Next come additional protective coatings and finally, a polyurethane powder coat that is bonded electrostatically and then baked to produce an attractive, durable, high-sheen finish.


~Kenner Boats Leads the Way

All our Trailstar™ trailers are built with GalvaShield™ tubing. A Kenner Boats exclusive, offered by no other manufacturer. This galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel tubing provides exceptional durability and good looks even in highly corrosive environments. As always, our trailers are welded, not bolted, for light weight, strength and durability.


~ Bass Pro Shops®

Bass Pro Shops has established itself as a prime destination for the outdoor enthusiast. Offering a complete array of premium outdoor products, Bass Pro Shops retail stores rank among the top tourist attractions in their respective states. Customers actually plan getaways and even honeymoons around a visit to a Bass Pro Shops superstore because of the one-of-a-kind experience it offers. Impressive indoor waterfalls, giant aquariums, wildlife mounts, delicious food and more make each Bass Pro Shops store a must-see attraction for the sporting family.


~Big Cedar Lodge®

Big Cedar Lodge rest comfortably on the banks of Table Rock Lake near Branson, Missouri. This rustic 850-acre resort offers something for everyone — boating, skiing, hiking, trail rides, fishing, fine dining, spa services and more. A rental fleet of boats provides access to the wonder of a day on the water.