SunChaser’s Geneva 22 LR PSB offers big-hull security and comfort, and when packaged with a midrange Yamaha F115 for power, brings the price within reach of many first-time pontooners who might want to dip their toes before going all-out on a V-6 package. For $50,000, it’s a sound investment. That price brings an acceleration of zero to 30 mph in 6 seconds—on par with many larger rigs; the Geneva’s most economical cruising speed is 16 mph, using 3.6 miles per gallon. The only area feeling somewhat sedate is the top-end speed; at 28.5 mph, the top-line 150 hp upgrade could be the ticket to see speeds in the mid- to high 30s and much stronger pulling power.
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Regardless, the Geneva 22 shines for family cruising and sightseeing as well as sandbar rafting, watersports and dinner cruising. Yamaha power proved quiet: The highest noise level we recorded at full throttle was 83 decibels. At cruise speeds, we averaged about 68 decibels—that’s barely conversation level noise.
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The Geneva features the optional Executive Helm Package, which provides a raised-helm platform and a high-back helm chair that slides and reclines. A tilt Verona steering wheel and Kicker stereo system are also included. A low Lexan windscreen offers some wind protection. The gauge package has electronic units presenting an analog appearance.
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For the hull, the optional PTS Performance Package also comes standard, and includes three 25-inch-diameter tubes with performance lifting strakes and below-deck shield.
The forward layout includes two facing lounges that can fit a pair of riders each. The optional teak-weave floor covering is clean and provides easy washdown. Amidships, the reversible portside couch allows for versatility in cruising or lounging. A foldout table on the port side provides storage behind it when closed.
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Abaft, the long portside lounge fits four people with room to spare, and faces a starboard lounge that fits three. The stern deck is closed off by a perimeter fence with a center door; out back, a large deck is fitted with a stainless-steel boarding ladder and tube ski pylon.
High Points
⋅Sells for just under $50,000 with a 115 hp Yamaha outboard.
⋅Raised driver’s console aids forward vision, especially over the bow.
⋅Reversible co-pilot seat faces forward for the ride, or aft for lounging.
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Specs
LOA: 22′10″
Beam: 8′6″
Draft: 1′3″
Dry Weight: 2,061 lb.
Seat/Weight Capacity: 11/1,500 lb.
Fuel Capacity: 38 gal.
Price: $49,737
How We Tested
Engine: Yamaha F115 four-stroke 115 hp
Drive/Prop: Outboard/13.5″x 12″ Yamaha 3-blade aluminum
Gear Ratio: 2.15:1
Fuel Load: 28 gal.
Crew Weight: 400 lb.
More Information
SunChaser Boats – New Paris, Indiana; 866-719-7873; sunchaserboats.com