Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 boat specs
Ebbtide
Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007
2007
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Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 boat specs
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Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008
2008
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Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 vs Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 vs Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 measures 23,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 21,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 tips the scales at 3 475 lbs — 3 433 lbs more than the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 at 42 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 320 hp for the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 and 320 hp for the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 carries 68 gallons versus 45 gallons in the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 23,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeEbbtide
MakeEbbtide
Model2100 Extreme Bow Rider
Model2500 SS DC FC
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail32 in
Depth - DetailCenterline at floor: 33 in
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters83.82
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches33
Weight - Detail3,475 lbs
Weight - Detail4,200 lbs
Weight - kg1576.23
Weight - kg1905.09
Weight - lbs.3475
Weight - lbs.42
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet23
Length - Inches1
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters6.35
Length overall - Meters7.21
Length overall - Inches25
Length overall - Inches284
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 0 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 Gxi Mpi SX 270 hp
Engine/s standardMerc 5.7 l Alpha 250 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail68 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Liters257.41
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Fuel tank capacity - Gal68
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,750 lbs
Maximum capacityNMMA rated: 2,200 lbs
Maximum people11
Maximum people14 or 2,100 lbs
Headnot available
HeadPort-a-Potty

Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 vs Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 or the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008?
The Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 21,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 or the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008?
For trailering, the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 has the edge at 42 lbs dry weight versus 3 475 lbs for the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 is certified for 14. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 and Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 share an 8 ft. 6 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 or the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008?
The Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 has the bigger tank at 68 gallons, versus 45 gallons on the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007. That 23-gallon difference translates to roughly 69–115 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 and Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Ebbtide 2100 Extreme Bow Rider 2007 and the Ebbtide 2500 SS DC FC 2008 are built by Ebbtide. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.