Formula 280 SS - 600HP (coming soon)

On the tide-swept edge of Cape Coral, Florida, the Formula 280 SS - 600HP (coming soon) delivers open-water promise in a compact, cabin-equipped package. This 28-foot Formula cabin boat pairs twin 600 HP Suzuki engines with modern electronics — GPS and depth finder — and creature comforts including a shower, Bluetooth stereo, anchor, swimming ladder, and generous storage. Designed to carry up to 12 passengers, it’s built for days of barrier-island hopping, inshore fishing, and sunset runs along the Gulf Intracoastal.

Boarding is simple: the operator offers delivery to your dock or marina, and boats come out with safety gear, life jackets, and a full tank. Note that renters are responsible for refueling; failure to refill is subject to a gasoline charge and fee. Drivers must be at least 21, and anyone born on or after January 1, 1988, needs a Florida Boating Safety Education ID Card — an online course option is provided during booking.

The small cabin makes overnighting or sheltering from sudden squalls practical while the open cockpit remains the social heart of the boat. The twin engines give quick acceleration for reaching nearby targets: the shallow oyster bars, the mangrove-lined canals off Sanibel and Pine Island, and the wide salt flats that light up at low tide. The depth finder and GPS are reliable tools for navigating Lee County’s complex shoals and channel markers; the shower and storage mean you can return salt-damp but comfortable.

Why this is special in Cape Coral: few rentals combine this level of horsepower with a true cabin layout and delivery service. For anglers, the Formula hull tracks well in choppy Gulf conditions; for families, the ladder and anchored swim spot access turn afternoons into easy beach-and-bay days. The boat is notable for marrying performance and onboard amenities in an area where tidal flats, barrier islands, and back-bay estuaries create a range of outings from mellow to ambitious.

Practical notes: pack reef-safe sunscreen, anchor tackle if you plan to beach, and a waterproof phone case for shallow-water photo runs. Respect posted no-wake zones in canals and be mindful of manatee and bird habitat in protected areas. Bookings run from short day hires to extended multi-day charters (2–28 days), so you can tailor a single sunset cruise or a micro-expedition across the islands.

Reserve through the provided booking link and confirm delivery details, fuel arrangements, and safety briefing before departure; bring a printed or digital ID, a credit card on file, and a small cooler for drinks and bait to maximize your time on the water comfortably. Whether you’re framing a fisherman’s sunrise or chasing phosphorescence after dark, the Formula 280 SS offers a gutsy, comfortable way to own Cape Coral’s waterways.