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If it's bang for the buck you're after, take a closer look. Equipped with iBR, the GTX 155 can stop in about half the distance of a conventional watercraft.
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We wouldn't go looking for a tougher challenge, but any skepticism about running hard on the busy test lake, alertly, had been relieved.
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There are some big features that show just as much boating experience, including the biggest of all: its aft deck arrangement.
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What we found in the tube design of our test boat made it truly unique. The RPT idea is to reduce the friction from the displacement of totally round tubes.
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It's made to get you down the lake without guzzling gas. At 15mph, we burned less than three gallons per hour, for a range of more than 100 miles.
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Just 3.5 seconds to 20 mph and the normal planning speed of monohulls showed us that this boat was powered and propped for strong hole shots.
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Pedestal seats and a full windshield taller than my head when I sat at the helm provide awesome versatility in a variety of climates.
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The Bayliner 285 SB is made specifically for economical cruising. It runs on a single engine and we found that it actually accommodates six people overnight - no hype. See for yourself in the video!
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How about a well-equipped, quality pontoon for less than the cost of one V6 outboard? That's what Bennington has in mind with the 22 SLi.
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Designed to be fast, nimble and capable of handling the roughest fishing conditions, the G3 Angler V185 F also is family-fun ready.
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The LX3 22 XS maintains a smooth, solid ride thanks to the firm connection between tubes and deck.
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High-performing and uniquely featured best describe the Manitou 25th Anniversary Edition.
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Dreaming of a touring 'toon? Check out Premier's 250 S-Series RF.
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The Platinum SE 207 is ideal for fishing one day and skiing the next.
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Seeking a fishing pontoon that doesn't forget about "family Saturday"? Check out Princecraft's Vantage 23-4S.
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Tournament anglers wanting to scale down and save a few bucks on gas will find the Z118 to their liking.
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No question, every stop on the 230 SP's rpm gauge gives back a reward in miles per hour.
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Close your eyes, and you would think you were in a go-fast rocket.
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Take a look at the new Starcraft Limited 185 IO Sport, and you'll see a boat with all these features that can be trailered behind a crossover vehicle.
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The Star Step 220 is full of features that make for long-term durability.
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This a true deck boat, with a large bow platform and a standard extended swim platform off the stern.
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The Limited 1915 OB hit its stride at 31.7 mph and 4,000 rpm, showing nimble performance in turns.
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The 2000 ably fulfills the deck-boat mission statement to be an aquatic sport utility vehicle, offering a mix of space, performance and versatility.
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The 2018 is a sporty and stylish bowrider.
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The Limited 2119 IO handled a small wind chop and routine wakes from boat traffic with no difficulty.
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German shepherd "Bela" aboard our Four Winns Freedom - Gun Lake, MI Hangs her head low until we get back to shore, then dives off the boat to dryland
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