The Ultimate Balance of Performance and Value

July 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Malibu

MALIBU

Fully loaded from bow to stern with standard features, the Malibu defines the ultimate balance of performance and value. With spacious seating capacity, the Malibu will deliver a lifetime of family boating fun. Ready to lounge in the summer sun? The seats quickly convert into comfortable daybeds. The Malibu proudly features quality through-bolt grab rails, an integrated swim platform with deep reaching three-step ladder, roomy storage and a performance driven step-bottom hull. BlueWater¹s step-bottom ventilated hull significantly reduces surface drag while enhancing fuel efficiency, top speed and overall ride performance.

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Sea Ray 250 SLX (2011-)

July 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Sea Ray 250 SLX


The Sea Ray 250 SLX might be calling your name. Her 26′ 6″ (8.07 m) of LOA is enough for a sizeable forward cockpit with lounges for full-size adults, room aft for a spacious wraparound bench seat, and a private head compartment. Add the optional watersports tower for [Read more...]

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Concentrated Power

July 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Little motors that get a rise out of your dinghy

Nothing in your nautical experience goes as unappreciated as the motor on your tender. After all, you use it only to get from the dock to your mooring, and vice versa. But there are a lot of factors to consider when shopping for that little powerplant, including size, weight, and ease of use.

We tested the smallest engine offered by each company on a 9′ Walker Bay RID rated for up to 4 hp. We evaluated each one for ease of handling and operation. We ran them on a protected creek with [Read more...]

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